GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
228 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Given the limitations of trickle-down economics, discuss the relevance of capability approach to development for a country like India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Inclusive GrowthPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
What is a deep tech startup? Discuss challenges in the development of deep tech startup ecosystem in India? Also, give suggestions to address the challenges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
Qno 10 (Part 1: India is buying 36 Rafale jets from France to strengthen its Airforce and military deterrence. Discuss how these jets counter the threat posed by advanced 5th generation fighters. Part 2: Explain Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and its significance in boosting the digital economy. What are the issues associated with it?)
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyBanking and Finance
Much of the export growth of manufactured goods in India since the 1990s can be attributed to expansion of world trade and improved competitiveness. However, the potential of product and market diversification are yet to be fully exploited. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Trade and Foreign InvestmentIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
What is a cyborg? Enumerate different application of cyborg in humans. Also, discuss various concerns arising out of it.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Emerging Technologies
"Despite India's outstanding growth in the last two decades, low pay and wage inequality remain serious obstacles towards achieving inclusive growth." Comment. Also, suggest the way forward for rationalising and streamlining the policy for minimum wages.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Inclusive GrowthEmployment
Ban on single-use plastic is a significant step but not a complete solution to curb plastic pollution. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Pollution
'Promotion of Methanol Economy' is the best pathway to realise the developmental imperatives of India while maintaining environment sustainability. Discuss.
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EnergyPollution
The frequency of marine heatwaves has increased in the Indian ocean in the recent times. In this context, account for the causes and impact of marine heatwaves.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Climate ChangeBiodiversity and Conservation
In an era when cybersecurity is increasingly becoming a grave threat to nations, ‘Digital India’ cannot sustain without a ‘Digitally Secure India.’ Discuss. Also, critically evaluate the interventions by the Government of India in creating a digitally secure India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Cyber Security
5G can help achieve the goal of inclusive growth of Indian economy. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Inclusive GrowthInformation Technology and AI
How far do you agree with the view that climate change poses a threat to International peace and security?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
What is xenotransplantation? Does it have the potential to become the future of Organ transplantation?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
Skill development through e-learning has gained increased importance and acceptance in view of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
EmploymentInclusive Growth
Despite a global framework to prevent weaponization of space, it has been increasing in the recent times. Discuss. Also, give an account of the implications of space weaponization.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
India needs a greater thrust on innovation to catapult itself to a higher growth trajectory. With reference to the Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy, discuss the approaches that can help unlock innovation potential in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Information Technology and AIIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
How do E-Waste (Management) Rules address the issue of E-waste recycling in India? Also, discuss the various impacts of e-waste on the environment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
PollutionEnvironmental Governance
Despite the digital transformation in the Public Distribution System (PDS) in India, several challenges still remain. Elaborate. Also, suggest measures to address them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Food Security and PDSInformation Technology and AI
There is a need for revisiting India's approach to gender responsive budgeting. Discuss in the context of limitations faced in implementing gender budgeting in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingInclusive Growth
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
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
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
It has been argued that the Industrial Policy of 1991 did not achieve the desired results due to multiple reasons. Discuss in context of India's manufacturing sector. Also, highlight the need for a new industrial policy in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationMacroeconomic Indicators
Give a brief account of various security forces deployed to protect India's terrestrial and maritime borders. Examine various challenges faced by these security forces and suggest measures to effectively address them.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management