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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The adoption of Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) in India is expected to make e-commerce more inclusive and accessible for consumers. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Inclusive GrowthPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
Digitizing land records will go a long way in ensuring land reforms as well as lessening the burden on the Indian Judiciary. Elaborate. Also, state the measures taken in this context.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Land ReformsInformation Technology and AI
Discuss the multiple issues associated with space debris. Also, state the initiatives taken in recent times to tackle this menace.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Space TechnologyDisaster Risk Reduction
How does nuclear fusion differ from nuclear fission? Assess the relevance of nuclear energy in resolving the global energy security dilemma?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
EnergyEmerging Technologies
What are the impediments in management of E-waste in the country? In what ways can the trinity of citizens, businesses, and the government tackle this menace?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
PollutionEnvironmental Governance
Though a cornerstone of Atmanirbhar Bharat, Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme is not without its own challenges. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
Defense indigenization remains the Achilles heel of India's security architecture. Examine the importance of startups in defense sector to make India secure and self-reliant.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
Research and Development is the key to unlock the potential of 'knowledge economy.' In this perspective, analyse the role of the National Research Foundation Bill, 2023 in democratizing the research ecosystem in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyInformation Technology and AI
"The resource curse of Eastern and Central India has been a crucial driver of LWE". Elaborate and suggest measures for sustainable and inclusive development of the region.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
ExtremismInclusive Growth
Identify the impediments faced by India in boosting its defence exports. Also, discuss the steps taken by the government in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyTrade and Foreign Investment
India needs a smart border management system to balance legitimate cross border flows with national security interests. Discuss. Also, highlight the initiatives taken by the government in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Border ManagementSecurity Forces and Agencies
What do you understand from Agristack? To what extent can it become a panacea for the problems plaguing the farm sector.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
It has been pointed out that competitive politics to fund mostly non-merit subsidies is pushing a few states in India to the brink of a deep fiscal crisis. In this context, discuss the need to rationalise the subsidy regime in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingSubsidies and MSP
Do you think the low Female Labor Force Participation Rate presents a correct picture about the 'working women' in India's economy? Give reasons in support of your answer.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2025
EmploymentInclusive Growth
What do you understand by the term 'Hybrid warfare.' Highlighting its implications for India, recommend measures to develop a comprehensive ecosystem to counter the same.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
Non-state ActorsCyber Security
Fiscal policy can be a key tool to reduce income inequality as well as make the poorest and the downtrodden a part of the country's growth story. Discuss in the context of India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingInclusive Growth
Disaster management is not just about responding to emergencies but also about building resilient communities. Discuss the key strategies that can be used to build community resilience and reduce the impact of disasters.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Disaster Risk ReductionDisaster Management
Despite increased and regular occurrences of landslides over the past decade in India, the dominant development paradigm has largely not been modified. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
In light of the declining trend of violence in the North East and J&K region do you think that AFSPA has lived its utility? Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Security Forces and AgenciesExtremism
The recent "Disaster Management Plan of Ministry of Panchayati Raj (DMP-MoPR)" aims to develop disaster resilience at the grassroots level. In this context, discuss the rationale behind the formulation of the Plan and highlight its key components.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
Investment in infrastructure is a precursor to social and economic transformation; however, the focus on economic gains must not marginalise the concerns for safety. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2025
InfrastructureDisaster Risk Reduction
“Preparedness is the first step towards disaster risk reduction”. In this context, assess the role of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) in strengthening disaster preparedness and early warning systems in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Disaster Risk ReductionDisaster Management
A demographic Dividend does not ensure growth; it only generates potential. Discuss the steps made by the government to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the demographic transition.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
EmploymentInclusive Growth
India's north-eastern region is fraught with contentious issues and security challenges. Examine the various security challenges currently prevailing in the region. Discuss the steps to counter these challenges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Border ManagementExtremism