AIR 5 · CSE 2024 · GS3 · 56 pages

Aakash Garg: GS3 answer copy

20 answers by Aakash Garg, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1India’s technological and manufacturing aspirations hinges on a transformative shift in its Research and Development (R&D) landscape. Elaborate.10 marks
  2. Q2Food remains the major expenditure item for rural and urban households in India. In this context, discuss how administrative actions help mitigate food inflation?10 marks
  3. Q3Discuss the significance of land reforms in reducing rural poverty and promoting agricultural productivity in India. What are the major challenges that have hindered the successful implementation of land reforms?10 marks
  4. Q4Evaluate the impact of renewable energy on rural development and employment generation in India. Provide examples of successful renewable energy projects contributing to rural livelihoods.10 marks
  5. Q5The climate crisis is not gender neutral in country like India. Comment.10 marks
  6. Q6प्रोजेक्ट नेक्सस क्या है? सीमा पार खुदरा भुगतान को बढ़ावा देने में इसके महत्त्व पर चर्चा कीजिये। वैश्विक वित्तीय एकीकरण एवं आर्थिक सहयोग में इस पहल का योगदान बताइये? (150 शब्द) 1010 marks
  7. Q7Explain the concept of the 'triple planetary' crisis. What are the interlinkages between different aspects of this crisis?10 marks
  8. Q8डिजिटल कॉमर्स को लोकतांत्रिक बनाने के साथ ई-कॉमर्स सुविधाओं की पहुँच बढ़ाने के क्रम में ओपन नेटवर्क फॉर डिजिटल कॉमर्स (ONDC) एक अग्रणी पहल है। टिप्पणी कीजिये। (150 शब्द) 1010 marks
  9. Q9Elaborate on the concept of the middle-income trap and its relevance to the Indian economy. Discuss the measures that may be considered to ensure India's transition to a high-income economy.10 marks
  10. Q10What are quantum dots? How have they been incorporated as active elements in a wide variety of devices and applications? Explain.10 marks
  11. Q11Examine the potential of Waste-to-Energy (WtE) technology in addressing India's waste management issues. Discuss the challenges and policy measures needed to scale up WtE projects.15 marks
  12. Q12Money laundering continues to emerge as a transnational phenomenon that has harmful consequences for the global economy and society. Elucidate.15 marks
  13. Q13Fisheries and Aquaculture sector is considered as a sunrise sector and is poised to play a significant role in the Indian economy in near future. Comment.15 marks
  14. Q14Why is it necessary for India to build disaster resistant infrastructure? What measures should India adopt to reduce disaster risk and enhance disaster preparedness.15 marks
  15. Q15Promoting crop diversification towards oilseeds, pulses, and horticulture requires addressing critical issues. Discuss.15 marks
  16. Q16In a developing nation like India, the prevalence of working poverty is significant. In the light of this statement, analyze the causes of underemployment.15 marks
  17. Q17Extreme weather events have become the new normal, revealing critical gaps in urban planning. Discuss the statement in the context of urban flooding.15 marks
  18. Q18"The Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) are the bulwark of India's internal security apparatus." In light of this statement, critically examine the various roles and responsibilities of CAPF in ensuring national security.15 marks
  19. Q19Evaluate the potential scientific and economic benefits of the Gaganyaan mission for India. Discuss its impact on India's future space endeavours, policy formulation and international collaboration.15 marks
  20. Q20Analyze the shift in terrorist activities from the Kashmir Valley to the Jammu region in recent times. Suggest measures that the Government can adopt to mitigate the impact of these challenges on its national security.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 166 words written

India’s technological and manufacturing aspirations hinges on a transformative shift in its Research and Development (R&D) landscape. Elaborate.

Opening

Research and development has been the driver of growth in developed countries. From the industrial revolution to rise of Artificial Intelligence, R&D has played an important role.

India aims to be manufacturing powerhouse and leader in global technological landscape.

Body · points

Role of R&D in Manufacturing

  1. It will help improve efficiency of manufacturing processes.

  2. Better technology can help in reducing cost and compete for exports in global market.

  3. It will make a shift from quantitative manufacturing to qualitative manufacturing.

  4. Use of artificial intelligence and machine learning can help streamline the manufacturing process and gap the plugs.

Role of R&D in Technology

  1. India will be able to compete for patents which will help in future technological development.

  2. Problems like poverty, unemployment can be solved by using technological advancements like better beneficiary targeting.

  3. It will promote international collaboration and adaption of best practices.

Close

The National Research Foundation will help boost R&D expenditure to more than 2% of GDP making India a competitor internationally.