AIR 315 · CSE 2023 · GS3 · 51 pages

Shailputri: GS3 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q2Q.2
  2. Q3What is an outcome budget? How is it different from a conventional budget? What are its advantages and limitations?
  3. Q5Q.5)
  4. Q6Fisheries is the fastest growing sector. India is 2nd largest producer of fisheries in world.
  5. Q7Agriculture is the most important economic activity for India - 49% population depends on it and contributes to 17% GDP. [Diagram: Multi pronged challenges in agriculture, with branches for: Investment - both public and private lacking; Unremunerative - Avg income per farmer household just 6000/month; Deleterious effects on environment - Eg: largest withdraw of groundwater; Rising challenge of climate change - Agriculture most affected (IPCC report); Rising subsidy bill - Eg: Fertiliser subsidy 2.5 lakh crore (2023)]. Precision farming is the farming which uses exact amount of water, nutrients etc required for agriculture.
  6. Q8Q.8
  7. Q10Distorted cropping pattern leads to economic and environmental consequences. Explain. Also mention the need for the hour to ensure sustainable agriculture. Q.11) Discuss the role of the textile sector in curbing jobless growth in India. Also highlight the challenges faced by the sector. Q.12) LPG reforms gave mixed results for the Indian economy. Critically examine. Q.13) Discuss the factors responsible for India's recent export performance and mention the reforms needed to boost exports further.
  8. Q14Q.14
  9. Q15Globalisation has led to interconnected economies. Discuss the emerging global crises that threaten the macroeconomic stability of the Indian economy. How can India mitigate these risks?
  10. Q16Discuss the importance of the horticulture sector in India and mention the challenges faced by it. Also, suggest measures to improve the sector.
  11. Q17Q. 17
  12. Q18Discuss the issues plaguing the PDS and FCI. Also, suggest reform measures to ensure food security.
  13. Q19Explain the significance of MSP in the Indian agricultural sector and analyze the arguments for and against providing legal backing to it.
  14. Q20Food processing industries can play a critical role in making agriculture commercially viable.
  15. QExamine the role of infrastructure in economic and social transformation. Also discuss the concerns related to safety in infrastructure projects.

The answers

Question 2 · 129 words written

Q.2

Opening · a figure

Labour force participation rate for women is abysmally low at 30% (PLFS). Documented by poor rankings at Gender Equality Index (WEF).

Body · points and prose

Diagram
- Reasons for poor women LFPR - Rising unemployment (6% in 2023-PLFS) - Global economic slowdown - Post pandemic effect: Studies show 80% of women lost jobs or salary cuts - 'Missing middle' - manufacturing sector that absorbs most labourforce - Family responsibility: Eg - CJI pointed out reluctance of women to take judgeship - Safety issues: Rising gender based violence (NCRB)

Other side of picture

a) When income of male members increase → women quit jobs (Mckinsey Study).

b) Women getting higher education, so want quality → employment opportunities (GER in higher education ~ 25%).

c) Women in agriculture and other unorganised sector → lack of data.

Way Ahead

a) There is a need to improve Female LFPR. IMF report said with equal female participation GDP will increase by 27%.

b) FAO report - on farm yield will up by 20-30% to give support to women.

c) Need safety measures, maternity leaves, focused support towards women.

Close · a way forward

With one wing, India cannot fly, equal female LFPR for India @ 2047.