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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What is the need for NavIC when existing satellite navigation systems are already available?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
'Genome editing holds immense potential for crop improvement, but it also raises ethical and safety concerns'. How far do the new guidelines for the safety assessment of genome-edited plants in India, ensure the safety of genetically modified crops?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
BiotechnologyAgricultural Marketing
Discuss why the rising deployment of new and emerging technologies by prominent violent extremist organizations demand concerted global efforts.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Non-state ActorsTerrorism
India's precarious location between two large opium production hotspots gravely affects its internal security. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022
Organised CrimeTerrorism
Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) can empower developing countries to lead the global climate action narrative. Discuss with suitable examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Information Technology and AIClimate Change
Growth of e-commerce has huge potential in revolutionizing the agriculture products supply chains. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Agricultural MarketingAgri-technology
Forest fires are yet another symptom of climate change. Analyze the various causes for wildfire in forests. Give two examples of recent wildfires. Mention the policies and frameworks aimed at tackling wildfire in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
Despite a vast coast line and a number of waterways, why has India not been able to achieve its potential in bringing a significant modal shift from rail and road to waterways?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2022
Infrastructure
India's welfare scheme has undergone a shift from an input-based approach to outcome-based empowerment with the maxim of “no person left behind”. In light of the above statement, discuss how this change in the approach of the government has fostered inclusive growth.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Inclusive GrowthPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
Money laundering is a global problem that cannot be solved by isolated responses. Discuss the statement and also suggest ways to curb the menace.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023
Money LaunderingOrganised Crime
What are the salient features of Mission Mausam launched by the Government of India? Why is such a mission needed? What are the likely challenges in its effective implementation?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Climate ChangeDisaster Risk Reduction
"The agricultural subsidy regime in the country needs reforms to address the distortions it causes." Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Subsidies and MSPCrops and Cropping Patterns
Global Pandemic Agreement (2025) recognizes the 'One Health' approach as critical to pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response. Highlight the key features of the agreement, and elaborate on how the One Health approach can help in preventing future pandemics. What steps are needed to integrate this approach into India's environmental and health governance?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Environmental GovernanceBiotechnology
The logistics sector is one of the important components of the growth of the manufacturing industry. Discuss. Also, mention various components of the recently announced National Logistics Policy 2022.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023
InfrastructureIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
Treating border villages as first villages not just geographically but also in terms of facilities can be a key strategy for enhancing border security. Discuss. Also, highlight the measures being taken by the government in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Border ManagementInfrastructure
The growing influx of tourists in Himalayan states has breached their ecological carrying capacity, leading to significant man-made disasters. What measures can be implemented to prevent such disasters while promoting sustainable tourism? Discuss with relevant examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Disaster ManagementBiodiversity and Conservation
'Operation Sindoor' signals a strategic evolution in India's approach to cross-border terrorism. Analyze.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
TerrorismNon-state Actors
Energy storage technology is one of the major components of renewable energy integration and decarbonization of world energy systems. Briefly discuss any three such technologies, citing their key merits and demerits.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
EnergyInfrastructure
Do you agree that diversification and innovation in agriculture and allied activities are important aspects of achieving the stated target of doubling farmer's income in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022
Crops and Cropping PatternsInclusive Growth
Examine how space-based solutions are addressing developmental challenges in rural India. What steps can further enhance their outreach and effectiveness?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Space TechnologyAgri-technology
The Public Accounts Committee has recently flagged concerns about the rising menace of plastic pollution. In this context, highlight the recent initiatives taken by the Government to curb plastic pollution.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
PollutionEnvironmental Governance
Explain the concept of the "Missing Middle" in India's industrial ecosystem. How does it affect economic growth and employment generation?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationEmployment
Despite its potential, the corporate bond market in India remains underdeveloped. Examine the structural and regulatory challenges impeding its growth.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Banking and FinancePlanning and Resource Mobilisation
In light of evolving national security threats, how do the New Criminal Laws address modern threats like cybercrime and organized crime? Outline the challenges perceived in its effective implementation.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Cyber SecurityOrganised Crime