GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
1,500 questions, with how toppers answered each. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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How does the Digital Agriculture Mission leverage technology to transform the lives of farmers in India? Substantiate your answer with relevant examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Agri-technologyAgricultural Marketing
What is gene-editing technology? Also, enumerate the ethical and biological concerns associated with the gene editing in humans.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Biotechnology
"In India, a move towards a diversified fuel basket, together with a focus on efficient exploration and consumption of energy resources, is needed." Discuss with suitable arguments.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Energy
What is the significance of land record modernization in India? In this light, state the features of the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS).
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Land Reforms
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
Examine how advancements in technology has allowed organize crime syndicates to not only expand but also diversify their activities. Also recommend suitable measures to tackle the menace of organized crime.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Organised CrimeCyber Security
Towns that are resilient, liveable, productive and sustainable are based on the foundation of sound urban water management. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
InfrastructureDisaster Risk Reduction
The Economic Survey 2023-24 has highlighted the flaws in the current global approach to climate change mitigation. Explain their impact on developing countries like India. Also, suggest ways to balance development and climate action. (15M)
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
Mention the key components of the National Logistics Policy 2022. How does the policy aim to address the existing challenges and bottlenecks in India's logistics sector?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Infrastructure
The opportunities for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in India are immense but so are the challenges. Discuss
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationEmployment
Understanding and addressing orbital debris is crucial for space sustainability. In this context, discuss the concept of Space Situational Awareness (SSA). (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Space Technology
The horticulture sector offers opportunities to transform the agricultural landscape of the country but is constrained by various factors. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Crops and Cropping PatternsFood Processing
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
Examine the importance of foreign capital for a developing country, like India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Trade and Foreign InvestmentMacroeconomic Indicators
Interlinking of rivers can solve the problem of drought and floods in India. Critically evaluate
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Irrigation and WaterDisaster Management
Critically examine the implications of leveraging technology in policing.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Security Forces and AgenciesInformation Technology and AI
In the context of Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) agreement under the Nagoya Protocol to the Convention on Biological Diversity, what is Digital Sequence Information (DSI)? How does DSI complicate the traditional method of managing ABS? In this light, delineate the provisions of the new Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation 2025.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
'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
Latest UN climate report highlights how communities that have contributed the least to climate change are suffering the most. In this context, discuss the case for 'Climate Reparations', the principles involved, steps taken and challenges in ensuring climate justice.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
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
Explain the significance of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) in transforming India into a knowledge-based and innovation-driven economy. Also, mention various government initiatives aimed at strengthening the protection and enforcement of IPRs in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Intellectual Property
What do you understand by community-based disaster preparedness? Explain the process and preparation strategy of community-based disaster management plans for resilience.
Answered by 1 topper
Disaster Risk ReductionDisaster Management
The emergence of new human pathogens and the re-emergence of various diseases are particularly concerning in the current decade. Highlight the challenges associated with these developments and propose steps forward to address these concerns.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
BiotechnologyPollution
Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNP) recently became the first 100% Landlord Port of India. What do you understand by the Landlord Port model? What are the different models employed in the management of ports?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
InfrastructureInvestment Models