AIR 16 · CSE 2025 · GS3 · 54 pages

Monika Srivastava: GS3 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q1While the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme are both designed to boost economic growth, they employ different approaches and focus on distinct outcomes. Elaborate.10 marks
  2. Q2What do you understand by 'Reverse Brain Drain'? Identify the key drivers of the rising trend of this phenomenon in the country.10 marks
  3. Q3The Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) not only enhances logistics efficiency but also represents a pivotal milestone in the country's infrastructure development and economic growth. In this context, describe the significance of the Dedicated Freight Corridor.10 marks
  4. Q4Define precision agriculture. How can it help in optimizing crop production and resource management?10 marks
  5. Q5Why has rice not seen similar innovation in processed food products compared to wheat, despite being a staple in many regions of the country?10 marks
  6. Q6Explain the working principle of the pumped storage hydropower system. What are the key advantages it offers compared to other power storage technologies?10 marks
  7. Q7Describe the major outcomes of the 29th session of the Conference of Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).10 marks
  8. Q8How can emerging solar technologies address the twin challenges of resource scarcity and environmental degradation? Illustrate your answer with recent innovations in the field.10 marks
  9. Q9What is 'research security'? What are the key hurdles in ensuring research security in India?10 marks
  10. Q10The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) is necessary for maintaining peace and stability in the 'disturbed areas'. Critically examine.10 marks
  11. Q11How has inadequate progress on factor market reforms impacted India's double-digit growth aspirations? What measures has the government taken in this regard?15 marks
  12. Q12What are the factors responsible for the recent depreciation of the Indian Rupee? Discuss its implications for the economy and suggest policy measures to stabilize the currency.15 marks
  13. Q13While Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) can resolve the issues of small farmers and boost agrarian economy, the realization of their potential is hindered by a multitude of factors. Analyze.15 marks
  14. Q14Discuss the significance of aquaculture towards nutrition security, livelihood generation, and economic growth. Also mention various initiatives taken by the government to promote sustainable aquaculture in the country.15 marks
  15. Q15What is gene therapy? What makes it a better treatment option than the conventional approaches?15 marks
  16. Q16Why are countries keen on developing their own space stations? What obstacles do they face in the process, and how can these be overcome?15 marks
  17. Q17Climate change is causing profound alterations in ecosystems, triggering cascading impacts on biodiversity, ecosystem services, and human livelihoods, which demands integrated approaches to conservation and climate adaptation. Analyse.15 marks
  18. Q18Often referred to as the 'cradle of civilization' and 'growth engines', urban areas are increasingly experiencing various natural and man-made disasters. Discuss in the Indian context. Also, suggest suitable mitigation and management strategies.15 marks
  19. Q19How does India's geographical location heighten its vulnerability to drug trafficking? Also, analyze various internal security risks linked to drug trafficking.15 marks
  20. Q20The increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks pose a significant threat to national security. Discuss the major challenges in ensuring cybersecurity in the country and enumerate the measures taken by the government in this regard.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 39 words written

While the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme are both designed to boost economic growth, they employ different approaches and focus on distinct outcomes. Elaborate.

Opening

Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) and Productive Linked Incentive (PLI) both aim to boost economic growth but work via different forces of market demand and supply.

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Different approaches → PLI * ① Incentive to firms for increasing Production * ② Aims to reap economies of scale by expansion of output * ③ Incremental sales approach * ④ Attracts foreign investment as well as domestic investment * ⑤ To enhance export oriented growth * ⑥ PLI on Champion Sectors where India has comparative advantage (Textiles, labor-intensive) → ELI * ① Incentive to firms for increasing labor demand * ② Aims to provide job opportunities and reap demographic dividend * ③ To enhance inclusive growth * ④ ELI on all sectors with certain number of jobs being created
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Focus on distinct outcomes → PLI * ① Outcome would be India as manufacturing hub * ② Achieve high levels of GDP via supply side production * ③ Enhances Self Reliance and integrate into Global value chains → ELI * ① Human capital formation * ② outcome would be minimise gap between labor demand and labor supply * ③ To arrest urban rural migration and increase formal jobs

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However both are designed to boost GDP and make India viksit Bharat by 2047.