GS3 · Practice questions
Planning and Resource Mobilisation
25 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) plays an important role in the regulation of the share market and safeguarding the interests of investors. In the light of given statement, highlight the challenges faced by the SEBI and suggest reforms in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Banking and FinancePlanning and Resource Mobilisation
To what extent was the first National Monetization Pipeline (NMP) able to meet its objectives? What are the objectives of the new Asset Monetization Plan 2025–30 as announced in the recent 2025 Budget?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
InfrastructureInvestment Models
What are the primary causes of limited formal credit penetration among the rural and unbanked populations in India? Comment on the effectiveness of Small Finance Banks in addressing this gap and advancing inclusive financial growth.
250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Banking and FinanceInclusive Growth
As NITI Aayog completes 10 years of its establishment, critically examine its role in the planning and development paradigm of governance in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Planning and Resource MobilisationInclusive Growth
Analyse the factors that have contributed to India's inclusive economic growth in the past decade.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Inclusive GrowthMacroeconomic Indicators
Discuss the importance of livestock farming in a non-farm economy. What is the need for the recently proposed livestock census in promoting animal husbandry?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesFood Processing
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 recent years, Indian agriculture has been witnessing a transformation towards better productivity and improved farmer incomes. What institutional and structural reforms have been undertaken by the Government to make agriculture more rewarding and sustainable?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Planning and Resource MobilisationCrops and Cropping Patterns
What are Primary Agricultural Credit Societies? Can the cooperative push alone help in achieving the twin targets of boosting rural economy and mainstreaming small and marginal farmers?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Farm Credit and InsuranceInclusive Growth
Social protection schemes are an integral aspect of a welfare economy; however, the principles of fiscal prudence cannot be ignored. Discuss, with special reference to old pension Scheme (OPS).
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingInclusive Growth
How far do you think the recent proposals to reform India's tax structure will help in improving India's tax buoyancy and base?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
TaxationFiscal Policy and Budgeting
Indian startups, despite showing great potential, have not scaled up on innovation. Discuss. Suggest measures for Indian startups to go up the value chain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationMacroeconomic Indicators
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
While startups in India have achieved notable success in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in the economy, there are certain structural issues challenging the sustainability of startups in India. Elucidate upon these challenges faced by startups and recommend practical solutions to the problems.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationPlanning and Resource Mobilisation