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• Abhijeet SinhaGS4AIR 19 · CSE 2017 · 18 answersThe more remotely power is exercised from the people, the greater is the distance between authority and accountability. Discuss.
• Anoushka SharmaGS4AIR 20 · CSE 2022 · 21 answersIt is often argued that there is a crisis of values in modern society. Do you agree with this view? Discuss with examples.
• Anoushka SharmaGS3AIR 20 · CSE 2022 · 20 answersDespite a vast coast line and a number of waterways, why has India not been able to achieve its potential in bringing a significant modal shift from rail and road to waterways?
• P SrijaGS4AIR 20 · CSE 2020 · 21 answersAdministration discretion can be a blessing if used correctly, however its misuse can prove to be a curse. Discuss with examples.
• P SrijaGS4AIR 20 · CSE 2020 · 19 answersMan is not only a product of his environment but can also modify the environment. Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer with suitable examples.
• Chitra MishraGS4AIR 20 · CSE 2018 · 19 answersExplain the significance of the following in the context of civil service: 10 (iii) Strength of character
• Chitra MishraGS4AIR 20 · CSE 2018 · 19 answersGrowing awareness about terminal as well as mental illness has given credence to the idea of "living wills". What is a living will? Discuss the ethical issues to be considered from an individual as well as social perspective to formulate and implement it.
• Shubham SinghGS3AIR 21 · CSE 2025 · 9 answersIndia's aspiration to be a developed nation by 2047 hinges on massive investments in infrastructure. In light of this, discuss the challenges India faces in developing infrastructure and various initiatives taken by the government to address these challenges.
• Shubham SinghGS2AIR 21 · CSE 2025 · 10 answers"One of the mandates of NITI Aayog is to promote competitive and cooperative federalism among States and UTs." In this context, evaluate the role of NITI Aayog in strengthening cooperative federalism and encouraging innovation in policy making since 2015.
• Divyank GuptaGS4AIR 21 · CSE 2024 · 22 answersExplain the relationship between Public Service Values and Public Administration Ethics. Do you think public service values are only eloquent statements for glorifying the Department's mission, or do they have any utility for public servants? Discuss.
• Divyank GuptaGS4AIR 21 · CSE 2024 · 19 answersWhat are the administrative and ethical issues involved in the above situation? 2. What are the options available to you in the above situation? 3. Discuss the merits and demerits of each option and explain your chosen course of action along with reasons.
• Pratyush PandeyGS4AIR 21 · CSE 2019 · 19 answersIndian ethics teach moderation as a moral standard. Examine.
• Rahul JainGS4AIR 21 · CSE 2018 · 19 answersThe seeds of patriarchy and gender inequality are sown at home, which manifest as a weed at the societal level. Elucidate. Suggest an ethical framework to systematically address the issue of patriarchy in the Indian society.
• Geetika AroraGS1AIR 22 · CSE 2025 · 7 answersAs per IPCC, climate change is the cause as well as consequence of changes in the Himalayan Glaciers, the third pole of the world
• Geetika AroraGS1AIR 22 · CSE 2025 · 20 answersWhy has public bathing been a recurring practice across cultures and societies? Discuss with examples.
• Akhil PilaniGS4AIR 22 · CSE 2017 · 21 answersExamine how role models influence ethical behaviour. What actions can leaders take to integrate ethical conduct in their organisations?
• AnshulGS3AIR 22 · 1 answerAnswer the following questions in not more than 150 words each (some questions may be longer): 1. What is a windfall tax? Discuss its merits and demerits. 2. Evaluate the performance of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in controlling inflation and promoting growth. 3. 'Millets are a miracle crop for agricultural sustainability.' Elaborate. 4. Critically analyze the Jal Jeevan Mission in the context of India's water crisis. 5. What are Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)? Explain their relevance in the context of the Indian energy program. 6. Analyze the significance of the Gaganyaan mission for India. 7. Elaborate on the Green Hydrogen Mission, its advantages, and challenges. 8. Discuss the key lessons learned from the Joshimath disaster. 9. Critically evaluate the Khalistan issue and suggest measures to handle it. 10. Discuss the threat posed by drones to India's security and suggest measures to tackle it. 11. Discuss the Electricity Amendment Bill 2022, its features, advantages, and shortcomings. 12. Analyze the challenges faced by SEBI in the context of recent scams and suggest reforms. 13. Discuss the issues in agriculture in India and suggest technological solutions for the same. 14. Analyze the impact of irrigation on the environment and natural resources. Suggest measures for sustainable irrigation. 15. Discuss the contribution of Homi Jehangir Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai in shaping India's S&T landscape. 16. What is Generative AI? Discuss its impact on society and the challenges it poses. 17. Discuss the 'Mangrove Alliance for Climate' and the importance of mangroves in maintaining tropical ecology. 18. Critically analyze the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). Suggest a new strategy to tackle disasters in India. 19. Analyze the impact of ransomware attacks on different sectors and suggest a strategy to tackle this cyber threat. 20. Analyze the challenges in the management of India's coastal and territorial boundaries and suggest measures for better coordination.
• AnshulGS2AIR 22 · 1 answerInterstate disputes are increasingly becoming intractable problems and causing significant bad blood between states. Discuss the constitutional and legal framework to resolve these disputes and explain why these mechanisms have failed to achieve the desired results. Suggest a joint approach for their resolution.
• Saurabh SharmaGS2AIR 23 · CSE 2023 · 20 answersHow does the Supreme Court's recent decision on Aligarh Muslim University's minority status affect the interpretation of Article 30 of the Indian Constitution?
• Saurabh SharmaSociology IAIR 23 · CSE 2023 · 28 answersHistory is the past Sociology and Sociology is the present history. Discuss.
• Saurabh SharmaSociology IAIR 23 · CSE 2023 · 28 answersDiscuss the significance of symbols in symbolic interactionism approach of G.H. Mead.
• Saurabh SharmaGS4AIR 23 · CSE 2023 · 20 answersToo much dependence on data driven technologies can result in data colonisation and digital dictatorship. Discuss the various issues that may arise in this context and suggest remedial measures.
• Saurabh SharmaSociology IIAIR 23 · CSE 2023 · 28 answersFamily is not a static institution but rather goes through a developmental cycle. Discuss.
• AshishGS4AIR 23 · CSE 2021 · 20 answersDo laws need to be consistent with the prevalent moral norms? Discuss with examples.