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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An efficient logistics sector with a focus on warehousing is pivotal to the success of the Bharatmala Pariyojana. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Infrastructure
Generative AI holds immense potential to transform various aspects of daily life, offering both benefits and challenges. Elaborate. What policy measures do you suggest to maximize its benefits and mitigate its risks?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Information Technology and AI
Discuss the implications of legalising Minimum Support Price (MSP) for agricultural crops in India. Suggest measures to make the current MSP procurement system more effective.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Subsidies and MSPAgricultural Marketing
Analyze the primary reasons for the increase in ceasefire violations along the LoC. Also, suggest the steps that need to be taken to minimise these violations.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Border ManagementTerrorism
How is Flash drought different from conventional drought? Discuss about the vulnerability of India to Flash drought related hazards.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
What are the major challenges facing water management in India, and what integrated policy reforms are needed to ensure long-term water security and sustainability?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Irrigation and WaterEnvironmental Governance
Fintech's transformative capacity in fostering financial inclusion is evident but unlocking its full potential demands addressing key challenges. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Banking and FinanceInclusive Growth
Sagarmala project provides an opportunity for improving carrying capacity and developing ports as a key contributor to economic growth. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
InfrastructureTrade and Foreign Investment
How unplanned development and disregard for natural water bodies cause frequent urban flooding in Indian cities. What can we learn from other countries in an attempt to address the Urban flooding in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
Vaccines have proven to be a vital tool in controlling the virulent effects of the SARS-CoV-2. Explaining various types of vaccines, enumerate steps involved in their development.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Biotechnology
The convergence of biological disasters and natural hazards has severe implications on lives, livelihoods, and economic systems. Critically examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Disaster ManagementBiodiversity and Conservation
Explain the concept of Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) technology and discuss its potential applications in diverse fields.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
"Reducing the size of Informal Economy is Pivotal to India's Inclusive Growth". Comment. How can Technology help India to leapfrog to Inclusive Growth?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Inclusive GrowthEmployment
Recently, India tested its first Reusable Launch Vehicle - Pushpak. Explain the principles behind RLV and its benefits for India's space commerce.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Evaluate the merits and demerits of maintaining rigid Priority Sector Lending (PSL) quotas versus adopting market-driven credit allocation mechanisms to achieve inclusive growth.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Banking and FinanceInclusive Growth
How can India effectively develop electric highways under the NHEV initiative to boost sustainability?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Enumerate the limitations associated with the operation of Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Assess the potential of the Domestic Enterprise and Services Hub (DESH) bill, 2022 in enhancing the effectiveness of the SEZs.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationInfrastructure
Discuss the adverse impacts of rapid increase in municipal solid waste due to expansion of urbanization in India. In what ways, this waste can be converted into a sustainable source of energy in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
PollutionEnergy
Food remains the major expenditure item for rural and urban households in India. In this context, discuss how administrative actions help mitigate food inflation?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Subsidies and MSPFood Security and PDS
Irrigation in Indian agricultural sector though being a national challenge, however, requires a 'region-specific spatially differentiated' approach. Stating the relevance of 'four water concept' examine the issue with suitable examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Irrigation and WaterCrops and Cropping Patterns
Despite many initiatives towards road safety, India accounts for 11% of the global death in road accidents with about 1% of the world's vehicles. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Infrastructure
What do you understand by the term 'Digital Divide'? Discuss the steps taken by the government to bridge this gap.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Information Technology and AIInclusive Growth
Examine the performance of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and issues which hinder the achievement of its stated objectives.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Banking and FinancePlanning and Resource Mobilisation
Comment on the resource potential of the Sundarbans in India. How can nature-based solutions enhance its resilience against environmental challenges?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance