AIR 529 · CSE 2022 · GS3 · 49 pages

Ghazalpreet Kaur: GS3 answer copy

19 answers by Ghazalpreet Kaur, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1What do you understand by developing economies? By highlighting their characteristics, analyse whether these economies are victims of neo-colonialism.
  2. Q2Goods and Service Tax (GST) is a progressive step towards formalisation of Indian economy, however, it has simultaneously dented the dynamics of fiscal federalism. Comment.
  3. Q3What is the difference between inflation and stagflation? Discuss the significance of inflation targeting for the growth of Indian economy.
  4. Q4In a digitally driven world, self-reliance in semi-conductor industry is a non-negotiable requirement. In this context, assess the opportunities and challenges associated with semi-conductor industry for India.
  5. Q5What do you understand by gig economy? Bring out its current status in India.
  6. Q6New labour codes for new India is not just a need, but a necessity. Elaborate.
  7. Q7Money laundering is an issue in developing as well as developed nations. Discuss.
  8. Q8Critically analyse the concerns posed by the external actors impacting the internal security of India.
  9. Q9India's precarious location between two large opium production hotspots gravely affects its internal security. Comment.
  10. Q10In the context of India's improving performance in Global Cyber Security Index of ITU, discuss the measures taken by India recently to strengthen the cyber security preparedness.
  11. Q11'Promotion of Methanol Economy' is the best pathway to realise the developmental imperatives of India while maintaining environment sustainability. Discuss.
  12. Q13Do 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?
  13. Q14India has made rapid strides in the domain of digital payments through mobile and internet banking. Examine the factors responsible for strengthening of digital payment ecosystem in India. Also, briefly discuss the steps taken by the Government in this direction.
  14. Q15India's food management system is marred with lack of pro-active liquidation policy with respect to buffer stocks resulting in problem with the food security ecosystem. Discuss.
  15. Q16Financial Inclusion is not only a goal in itself, but also means to an end as an enabler and accelerator of economic growth. In this context, highlight the role of fintech in deepening financial inclusion in India with egs.
  16. Q17What is meant by 'Hybrid warfare' and 'grey zone conflict'? Discuss India's preparedness to deal with these emerging challenges.
  17. Q18Give a brief account of various security forces deployed to protect India's terrestrial and maritime borders. Examine various challenges faced by these security forces and suggest measures to effectively address them.
  18. Q19Though the ferocity and extent of left-wing extremism has been curbed to a large extent, occasional Naxal attacks are still being witnessed. Give an account of multi-pronged approach that has been followed by Centre & state governments to combat it.
  19. Q20India's approach to deal with water issues in the overall political and security context needs a holistic strategy. Examine.

The answers

Question 1 · 157 words written

What do you understand by developing economies? By highlighting their characteristics, analyse whether these economies are victims of neo-colonialism.

Opening · a definition

Developing economies are the one who are on the path of development and are progressing year on year. E.g. → India, Russia, Bangladesh et. The tag is given by UN based on certain characteristics.

Body · points and prose

Characteristics :

  1. Income threshold → Per-capita income is $ 1018
  2. significant export contribution
  3. A high score on human Assets Index = health, education, life-expectancy of people.
  4. Low economic and environmental vulnerability.
Diagram
- characteristics - high population level - low per capita real income - High dependency on agriculture etc

Victims of Neo-colonialism

Development theory Modernisation theory proposed by Western nations asked these countries to adopt Western model of development and to grow. Development theory believes modernisation theory is a form of neo-colonialism :- → domestic industries shattered by MNCs → income inequality increased. → environmental damage promoted. → dependency on developed world increased.

Close

Post LPG → contract labour increased in India; agriculture sidelined etc.

However, in globalisation and cross-cultural contacts, technology exchange by MNCs, foreign investments also increase which boosted economic growth and not neo-colonialism