AIR 27 · CSE 2025 · GS3 · 54 pages

Vikas: GS3 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q1What are the factors influencing imported inflation in India? Suggest measures to mitigate its impact on the domestic economy.10 marks
  2. Q2Discuss the potential of impact investments in improving the social sector outcomes in India?10 marks
  3. Q3'Unfinished agenda of land reforms sustains the socio-economic disparities in rural India.' Discuss.10 marks
  4. Q4Analyze the importance of food processing industries in promoting millets cultivation and consumption in India.10 marks
  5. Q5'NISAR' is a flagship partnership between India and the USA. Elaborate its role in studying climate change and efficient resource management.10 marks
  6. Q6Traditional system of medicine provides great opportunities for medical and wellness tourism in India. Discuss.10 marks
  7. Q7Damage to critical infrastructures amplifies the impact of natural disasters. Discuss the significance of building disaster resilient infrastructure in India.10 marks
  8. Q8What are the environmental and health impacts of metal mining pollution? Suggest measures to mitigate the same.10 marks
  9. Q9'Dark net and crypto currency have emerged as a major internal security challenge to India'. Examine.10 marks
  10. Q10In light of recent attacks on merchant vessels in the Arabian Sea, examine the vulnerabilities in India's maritime security framework.10 marks
  11. Q11Discuss the impact of disinvestment programmes on improving the efficiency of the Indian economy with suitable examples.15 marks
  12. Q12Demand-driven and future-ready skill development is essential to leverage the demographic dividend. Discuss the statement in the context of the skill development initiatives announced in the Budget 2024-25.15 marks
  13. Q13Examine the influence of socio-economic factors on cropping patterns across different regions. Discuss the potential trade off between economic viability and ecological sustainability in crop selection.15 marks
  14. Q14Agri-startups have huge potential for socio-economic transformation in rural India. Examine.15 marks
  15. Q15Quantum computers provide great technical breakthroughs in the field of computing while opening new security threats.' Assess the preparedness of India for the quantum era.15 marks
  16. Q16Deepfakes blur the line between reality and illusion, transforming pixels into convincing lies that challenge our perception of truth. Comment.15 marks
  17. Q17Legacy landfills need immediate attention to mitigate the multiple environmental hazards in Urban spaces. Examine.15 marks
  18. Q18Do you agree that our understanding of wastelands is limited? Substantiate your opinion with reference to the solar parks in the habitat of Great Indian Bustard.15 marks
  19. Q19The CRPF performs a variety of duties to uphold our national security. Comment on the diverse challenges that CRPF has to navigate while performing its duties.15 marks
  20. Q20The presence of extremism and insurgency goes beyond the reason of under development. Analyze the statement with reference to North East states of India.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 188 words written

What are the factors influencing imported inflation in India? Suggest measures to mitigate its impact on the domestic economy.

Opening · a definition

Imported inflation refers to import of costly goods from outside leading to increased inflation in the country.

Body · points

Factors influencing it →

  1. Price of goods in international markets e.g. High crude prices due to high demand.

  2. Currency exchange rates as high exchange rates leads to costly imports.

  3. Geopolitical conflicts e.g. Iran-Israel tensions increasing price of oil & other resources.

  4. Dependence on imports for crucial goods e.g. India depends on imports for 85% of crude oil and 65% of natural gas needs.

  5. Safety and security of trade routes (eg) Houthi conflict and recent blockade of Suez Canal.

  6. Availability of alternatives (eg) Russian crude helped India to save $8 billion due to cheap oil.

Measures to mitigate the impact →

  1. Diversification of supply chains (eg) oil from Russia, USA, West Asia.

  2. Self Reliance through Atmanirbhar Bharat and de-risking by supply chain Resilience initiative.

  3. Manage currency by "Managed Float" or "Dirty Float" of RBI.

  4. Secure shipping lines & trade routes (eg) Operation Sankalp of Navy.

Close · a framework

Inflation shall be kept under control range decided by Monetary policy framework agreement for growth & development.