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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Unplanned urbanization has made Indian cities vulnerable to fire safety hazards. Discuss and recommend measures for mitigating urban fires, with special reference to national building code, 2016.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
What were the various market mechanisms under the Kyoto Protocol? What is Article 6 of the Paris Climate Change Agreement? Explain the significance of the global carbon market in achieving net-zero targets.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
What do you understand from Green growth? With special reference to the budget 2023-2024, discuss various government measures to propel green growth in the country.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
EnergyFiscal Policy and Budgeting
Project cheetah marks a departure from India's efforts for conservation of various critically-endangered species. In this perspective, do you think the reintroduction of major fauna that has gone extinct is justified?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Biodiversity and Conservation
Climate change and rapid urbanization have intensified the impact and frequency of heat waves in India. Discuss. How can Heat Action Plans (HAPs) improve heatwave management in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Disaster ManagementClimate Change
Discuss the potential of reusable launch vehicles in future space operations and missions. What are India's initiatives towards the development of reusable launch vehicles?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
What do you understand by generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)? How can policymakers and regulatory bodies effectively address the concerns and challenges posed by generative AI?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Information Technology and AIIntellectual Property
What is hybrid warfare? How is it different from conventional warfare? How can India navigate the challenge of hybrid warfare?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Cyber SecurityNon-state Actors
Across sectors and regions, the most marginalised sections are also the most affected by the impacts of climate change. Explain. Also, present a case for a climate resilient model of development that integrates mitigation and adaptation measures.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Climate ChangeInclusive Growth
DPI (Digital Public Infrastructure) is indispensable for digitally enabling citizens and businesses; however, the challenges of exclusion, exploitation, and monopolisation cannot be ignored. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Information Technology and AIInclusive Growth
Assess the relevance of the NISAR mission in observing and managing climate change and natural hazards.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Space TechnologyClimate Change
Discuss the importance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in the defense sector and modern warfare.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyEmerging Technologies
How can minimum support prices help in promoting farmers' income? What are the challenges faced by farmers in accessing the benefits of minimum support prices?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Subsidies and MSPAgricultural Marketing
Though ethnic fault lines are a major threat, security challenges in the North-East are not confined to the same. Discuss the statement with special reference to Manipur.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
ExtremismBorder Management
What are the threats posed to India's internal security by external State and non-state actors? Discuss the strategies necessary to tackle these threats.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Non-state ActorsBorder Management
Micro-irrigation has tremendous potential in transforming farming into a profitable and sustainable venture. Discuss the given statement in the context of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Irrigation and WaterAgri-technology
It is being argued that India is struggling with overflowing foodgrains in warehouses. Discuss the statement in view of the existing buffer stock policy of India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Food Security and PDSSubsidies and MSP
How far can a clearly articulated National Security Strategy help in tackling challenges to national security?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
Edge in modern warfare lies not so much in the capacity to overwhelm the adversary as much in the ability to nip the threat in the bud. In this context, discuss the role of intelligence in maintaining national security, and also cite challenges associated.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Security Forces and AgenciesCyber Security
Discuss the internal security implications emanating from the use of Emerging And Disruptive Technologies (EDT) by state and non-state actors.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Cyber SecurityEmerging Technologies
Farm policies in the country have inadvertently led to undesirable consequences. Do you agree? Giving emphasis on PM PRANAM, discuss ways to enhance soil health and farm productivity.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
Subsidies and MSPCrops and Cropping Patterns
Foreign trade is an important milestone on the path of becoming a 5 trillion USD economy. In this context, analyse the potential of the recently released Foreign Trade Policy, 2023 in revamping India's participation in global trade.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023
Trade and Foreign InvestmentPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
Examine the environmental impacts of oil spills on marine and coastal ecosystems. What are the various methods used for cleaning-up of oil spills?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
PollutionBiodiversity and Conservation
Labour and export intensive industries are key to problems of jobless growth. In this perspective, analyse the opportunities and challenges associated with the textile sector.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2025
EmploymentIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation