GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
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The coexistence of physical and economic water scarcity in Indian agriculture reflects a deeper crisis in water governance. Examine the factors contributing to this and suggest reforms to make irrigation more equitable and sustainable.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Irrigation and WaterCrops and Cropping Patterns
A farmer-centric approach is required to realise the true potential of the animal husbandry sector in India and address the issues it faces. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesAgricultural Marketing
Do you agree that our understanding of wastelands is limited? Substantiate your opinion with reference to the solar parks in the habitat of Great Indian Bustard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Environmental GovernanceEnergy
Describe the various applications of nanotechnology in the agricultural sector.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Emerging TechnologiesAgri-technology
How do emerging technologies like AI and deepfakes pose new challenges to India's internal security? Suggest countermeasures.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
What do you understand by inclusive growth? Is economic growth sufficient to ensure inclusive growth?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Inclusive GrowthMacroeconomic Indicators
A robust and thriving food processing sector can address multiple issues plaguing Indian agriculture. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Food ProcessingAgricultural Marketing
Recent spikes in food and fuel prices have pushed India's retail inflation above the RBI's target range. Examine the impact of inflation on household well-being and savings behaviour in India. What steps can policymakers take to balance inflation control with economic growth?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Macroeconomic IndicatorsMonetary Policy
Food subsidy bill is becoming an "unmanageably large" expenditure for the government. In this context, analyse the need for revisiting the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Food Security and PDSSubsidies and MSP
The Union Budget 2025 has widened the definition of MSMEs and increased credit guarantee limits. Discuss how these reforms can address funding and growth challenges for MSMEs.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationBanking and Finance
The absolute monopoly of Indian Railways has constrained its capacity for modernisation and efficiency. In this context, do you agree that privatisation is a viable solution? Substantiate your answer.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
InfrastructureIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
How does India's geographical location heighten its vulnerability to drug trafficking? Also, analyze various internal security risks linked to drug trafficking.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Organised CrimeBorder Management
'Dark net and crypto currency have emerged as a major internal security challenge to India'. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Cyber SecurityMoney Laundering
What do you understand by job loss growth? In this context discuss the need for internship to ensure Indian youth is gainfully employed.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EmploymentInclusive Growth
Discuss the various types of cyber scams that have evolved recently with special emphasis on Digital arrest. How can we combat such cyber crimes?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
Explain the significance of agricultural marketing in the country. Outlining the key challenges it faces, suggest reforms to address them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agricultural MarketingAgri-technology
Farm mechanization can drive rural prosperity and sustainable farming, but its widespread adoption is hindered by various factors. Discuss. Also, mention initiatives taken by the government to promote farm mechanization in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
Despite decades of legislation and major river rejuvenation programmes, river pollution remains a critical challenge in India. Identify the main causes and critically assess the effectiveness of legal and policy frameworks.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
PollutionEnvironmental Governance
Genrative AI holds the potential to push the boundaries of innovation in the near future, yet its societal impact raises substantial challenges. Elaborate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
Describe the major outcomes of the 29th session of the Conference of Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
Cropping pattern in the country does not concur with the agro-climatic reality, leading to unintended and undesirable consequences. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsIrrigation and Water
How should India upgrade its defence policy to address the 3.5-front security challenge?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyCyber Security
Do you think India’s ethanol blending programme can significantly enhance energy security in the coming decade? Justify your answer.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EnergyInfrastructure
Recent drone incursions have exposed gaps in India's border management. Critically assess current strategies and suggest concise technological and policy reforms to enhance border security.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Border ManagementIndigenisation and Defence Technology