GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
343 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
All 45 themesFewer themes
Trace the evolution of the Loss and Damage fund, What are the major development related to loss and damage funds in COP 27?, What are the commitments made by India in this conference?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
Recent studies indicate that the 2014-2024 decade is the warmest decade and 2024 is the warmest year on record. In the light of rapid global warming, what are the impacts of climate change on biodiversity? Discuss the measures needed to ensure ecological resilience and conservation of species diversity.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
A multi-sectoral and multi-tiered process, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) is beset with a plethora of constraints. Identifying these constrains, recommend measures for building a robust DRR strategy.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Disaster Risk ReductionDisaster Management
Compare and contrast satellite communication with fiber optic communication in terms of working principles, accessibility, scalability, and limitations.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
What do you understand by Disruptive innovations? What are some examples of disruptive innovation in recent times, and how have they changed the way industries operate?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
Discuss the security threats present in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), which have a direct bearing on India's maritime border interests. Suggest a robust strategy to deal with these threats.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Maritime SecurityBorder Management
India has been able to transform itself from a milk deficit country to the world's biggest milk producer, but the productivity of dairy animals in the country remains a concern. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesInclusive Growth
Space tourism, which was viewed as something straight out of a science fiction movie, is now becoming a reality albeit not without hindrances. What are the challenges associated with space tourism? What measures can be taken to address these challenges?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyClimate Change
Elaborate on the difference between Capital Account and Current Account as components of Balance of Payment (BOP). Suggest a few measures to balance the BOP deficit of India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Macroeconomic IndicatorsTrade and Foreign Investment
'With the development of advanced chips like Majorana 1 and Willow, quantum computers are no longer a theory but a reality.' What are the principles of quantum computing? How does the National Quantum Mission help in scaling up quantum technologies in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
Even after five decades of the Stockholm conference, narrowing the gaps between the targets and actions remains one of the biggest challenges towards reversing climate change. Discuss. Also, recommend measures for building a coherent actionable strategy to tackle climate change.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
The rising import of oilseeds and pulses has made their cultivation unremunerative. In the light of this statement, elucidate the steps needed to promote the production and consumption of oilseeds and pulses in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsSubsidies and MSP
With the Line of Actual Control (LAC) remaining tense after the Galwan and Yangste incidents and both India and China ramping up infrastructure in the border areas, discuss the role that ITBP plays in the region.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
The Union Budget affects almost every sector of the Indian economy, yet neither the budgetary processes nor the budget policies come under substantial public scrutiny. Do you agree? Justify your answer.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
How does the long maritime border of India present immense internal security challenges? Suggest measures to address these challenges.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Maritime SecurityBorder Management
How do the rising trends of economic nationalism and protectionism affect India's global trade competitiveness? What recent measures has India taken to navigate these challenges?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Trade and Foreign InvestmentMacroeconomic Indicators
Discuss the impact of direct and indirect farm subsidies on the agriculture sector in India. How have Minimum Support Prices (MSP) affected the agricultural economy?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Subsidies and MSPInclusive Growth
MSMEs are central to the success of the Make in India initiative, yet they face challenges in scaling up and integrating into formal supply chains. Discuss. Suggest structural reforms needed to make MSMEs more resilient and competitive.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationEmployment
"Social media has emerged as a new frontier in modern warfare, shaping narratives, influencing perceptions, and impacting national security". In this context, analyse the role of social media in contemporary conflicts.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
Even after a decade of Make in India, India’s manufacturing sector has remained a weak spot in its growth story. How can India fundamentally reset its manufacturing sector to utilise its potential in GDP growth and job creation?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationEmployment
In line with the country's efforts to explore the depths of the ocean and harness the resources it holds, the Indian government has proposed a deep-sea exploration mission Samudrayaan. How can this mission contribute to the advancement of ocean science and technology in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySpace Technology
Examine the role that green hydrogen can play in unlocking the energy security of India. How can the National Green Hydrogen Mission help India in achieving its energy goals?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
EnergyInfrastructure
What factors have led to the recent acceleration in the trend towards de-dollarization of the global economy? Do you think the dollar will lose its dominance anytime soon?
150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Macroeconomic IndicatorsTrade and Foreign Investment
Do you think there is a need for a shift from 'land productivity' to 'irrigation water productivity' in India? Justify your answer. What are the challenges in making this shift? Explain.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Irrigation and WaterCrops and Cropping Patterns