GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
487 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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The frequency and intensity of heatwaves, particularly in urban centres, have increased in recent years. Describe the various causes and effects of heatwaves. What policies and frameworks have been adopted in India towards extreme heat risk management?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
What are the determinants of insurgency in the north-eastern region of India? What strategy should the Government of India, civil administration and security forces adopt to counter the threat in the affected areas?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
ExtremismBorder Management
Do you agree that granting a legal guarantee to Minimum Support Price (MSP) may create a fiscally unsustainable and economically inefficient agricultural system? Suggest viable alternatives to ensure fair farmer remuneration without distorting the market.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Subsidies and MSPAgricultural Marketing
“Women play a crucial role in Indian agriculture, yet continue to face systemic exclusion.” Discuss with reference to land ownership, access to credit, and agri-extension services. What initiatives has the government taken in this regard?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
EmploymentInclusive Growth
Discuss how integrated border infrastructure and management practices can balance security imperatives with the socio-economic development of frontier communities.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Border ManagementInclusive Growth
'Employment opportunities in India are experiencing a rapid transformation.' In the light of the statement, discuss the preparedness of the Indian labor force to adapt to this transformation.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
EmploymentInclusive Growth
Marine oil spills are a form of environmental disaster, with far-reaching consequences for biodiversity and coastal livelihoods; however, India's preparedness to prevent such incidents and mitigate their impact has significant gaps. Analyze.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Disaster ManagementBiodiversity and Conservation
Despite a robust Public Distribution System (PDS), food security remains a challenge to the Indian population. What are the deficiencies in the current PDS system? Suggest reforms to improve the system.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Food Security and PDS
Assess the role of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) in expanding irrigation coverage and improving on-farm water use efficiency.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Irrigation and WaterAgri-technology
In light of recent Budget 2025 allocations and the push for green infrastructure, analyze how Viability Gap Funding can be leveraged to promote renewable energy projects.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Investment ModelsEnergy
What is a 'Black box'? Explain its significance in flight safety and airplane crash investigations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Emerging TechnologiesInfrastructure
What is a 'Census'? Discuss the importance of Census for the economy and policy making.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Macroeconomic IndicatorsInclusive Growth
Rare earths are not just elements; they are foundational inputs that act like 'seeds of technology'. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Emerging TechnologiesIndigenisation and Defence Technology
The threats to national security have gradually transformed from being "geographic" to being "thematic". In this context, what are the (contemporary challenges) of internal security and what measures can be undertaken to deal with such challenges?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Cyber SecurityMoney Laundering
Examine the role of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model in the development of ports in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
InfrastructureInvestment Models
How do Air Defence systems work? What are the various air-defence systems that India currently possesses?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Indigenisation and Defence Technology
What is Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)? Examine how DPI can accelerate India's development and evaluate the initiatives taken to build a digital stack for the agriculture sector.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Information Technology and AIAgri-technology
Agriculture subsidy regime in its present form fuels economic inefficiency and creates ecological imbalance. In this perspective, examine various issues related to farm subsidies. Also, recommend measures to rationalise the same.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Subsidies and MSP
Operation Sindoor highlighted the decisive role of technology in modern warfare. In this context, examine the technological advancements that contributed to its operational success.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyEmerging Technologies
How does NISAR mission exemplify international cooperation in space exploration and scientific research? In what ways will it help in climate change monitoring and natural hazard management?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Space TechnologyClimate Change
What is oil pollution? What are its impacts on the marine ecosystem? In what way is oil pollution particularly harmful for a country like India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
PollutionBiodiversity and Conservation
India's advancement in medical science is reflected in India's success in using CAR-T cell therapy to treat the first cancer patient. Discuss the working and effectiveness of CAR-T cell therapy in treating cancer and related diseases.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a transfer of surplus to the Union Government for the financial year 2024-25. What does 'surplus' mean in this context? How does the RBI generate it, and what is its significance for the country's fiscal policy?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingBanking and Finance
The discovery of Indian Laurel Trees in Andhra Pradesh has sparked the interest of scientists in the capacity of trees to store and release water. In this context, explain the science behind the process of water transportation and storage in trees.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Biodiversity and Conservation