GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
343 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Warming ocean temperatures, oxygen loss and ocean acidification form a deadly trio for marine ecosystem that can have irreversible repercussions for environment as well as economy. Elucidate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
2023-responsible artificial intelligence in the military domain) The recently conducted global Summit on Responsible Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain (REAIM, 2023) showcased the opportunities, challenges and risks associated with the use of Artificial Intelligence in military applications. In this context, critically analyse the impact of Artificial Intelligence in defence and military applications.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyInformation Technology and AI
Though Naxalism is showing a downward trend, it is not only thriving in its core areas of influence but also changing its form. Analysing the reason for its retreat, underline the factors behind its continuance. Also, discuss measures towards eliminating LWE from the country altogether.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Extremism
Jobless growth is an inherent feature of India's growth trajectory. What are the major reasons behind the high unemployment rate in India? Suggest remedial measures to improve the overall employment growth rate in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
EmploymentInclusive Growth
India's proposed mission to Venus poses multiple challenges. Discuss the scientific and technological difficulties associated with exploring Venus.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space Technology
By highlighting the role of Violent Non-State Actors (VNSAs) in inflicting violence in Kashmir valley, discuss how "OPERATION SADBHAVNA" by armed forces can tackle the VNSA-OGW (Over Ground Workers) nexus by addressing the aspirations of local youth.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
ExtremismNon-state Actors
How do Air Defence systems work? What are the various air-defense systems that India currently possesses?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Indigenisation and Defence Technology
Landslides have become more of a human-induced phenomenon rather than a natural phenomenon. Highlighting the reasons for increasing incidences of landslides, suggest measures that can be undertaken to mitigate the disaster.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Discuss its transformative potential for India's information infrastructure and evaluate its role in enhancing agricultural productivity.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Information Technology and AIAgri-technology
What is the main objective of India's Gaganyaan Mission and Bharatiya Antariksha Station? Which other countries have successfully launched their manned missions into space? What major technologies are required for the successful execution of the Gaganyaan Mission and related Bharatiya Antariksha Station? Also, elucidates the challenges associated with these missions.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Aditya-L1 marks a significant milestone in India's space programme. Discuss its scientific objectives and the broader significance of the mission for India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Examine the role of Integrated Farming System (IFM) in improving agricultural productivity and minimizing the environmental impact of agriculture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsAnimal Rearing and Fisheries
Solar power sector is not only leading the mitigation efforts against climate change, but the innovations in solar power can also accelerate adaptation of agriculture to a new reality of changed climate. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyClimate Change
Indian agriculture suffers from 2 V's, vulnerability of monsoon and volatility of market, that makes MSP as preferred way to safeguard farmer interest
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Subsidies and MSPAgricultural Marketing
Space based technologies are helpful in not only monitoring development, but also enhancing it. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Space Technology
Assess the potential for millet production in India, in promoting sust. agri. and improving food security.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Crops and Cropping PatternsFood Security and PDS
What are the reasons behind continuation of insurgency in the North-Eastern region of the country? Highlight the government initiatives to check insurgency in North-East. Also, recommend measures required to deal with this threat.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
ExtremismBorder Management
Agriculture is the most important economic activity for India - 49% population depends on it and contributes to 17% GDP. [Diagram: Multi pronged challenges in agriculture, with branches for: Investment - both public and private lacking; Unremunerative - Avg income per farmer household just 6000/month; Deleterious effects on environment - Eg: largest withdraw of groundwater; Rising challenge of climate change - Agriculture most affected (IPCC report); Rising subsidy bill - Eg: Fertiliser subsidy 2.5 lakh crore (2023)]. Precision farming is the farming which uses exact amount of water, nutrients etc required for agriculture.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
SEBI plays an important role in regulation of share market and safeguarding interests of investors. Highlight challenges faced by SEBI, and suggest reforms in this regard.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Banking and Finance
Recent Economic Survey highlighted fiscal deficit of 5.6%. Critically analyze the reasons and consequences of high fiscal deficit. Suggest measures for fiscal consolidation. 2. Discuss the potential of and challenges to capital investment in achieving a $7 trillion economy. 3. Analyze the opportunities and challenges associated with peri-urban agriculture in the context of increasing urbanization in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingMacroeconomic Indicators
Discuss the impact of wildfires on the ecosystem. Describe the significance of the UNEP's Fire Ready Formula in dealing with the menace of wildfires.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
New age digital technologies are creating disruptions that open fascinating opportunities and pose frightening threats. Give an account of how digital disruptive technologies are changing our lives.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
Unsustainable tourism practices have in the recent past led to huge stress on the natural resources of ecologically fragile and sensitive areas such as the Himalayan states, Western Ghats etc.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
Green hydrogen can be the engine of a sustainable economy, but it would require crossing financial and technological barriers. Discuss the reasons for increasing interest in green hydrogen and challenges in its adoption as the fuel of the future.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyInfrastructure