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General Studies – 1
Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography.
1. What are the various types of condensation? In detail, explain the mechanism behind formation of clouds. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about factors affecting horizontal movement of air, causes behind pressure belts and their distribution.
Directive word:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about the various of condensation witnessed on the planet.
Body:
Explain that temperature, pressure, condensation nuclei and RH has a key role to play in cloud formation. Clouds develop in any air mass that becomes saturated (relative humidity becomes 100%). Saturation can occur by way of atmospheric mechanisms that cause the temperature of an air mass to be cooled to its dew point or frost point, etc.
Explain the role that these elements play in cloud formation using illustrations.
Conclusion:
Summarise the above as a conclusion.
Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography.
2. What are the factors that impact the rainfall over an area? Examine the impact of air pollution on rainfall patterns in India?(250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about factors affecting horizontal movement of air, causes behind pressure belts and their distribution.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving the factors that affect rainfall over an area.
Body:
In the first part write about the factors controlling the distribution of rainfall over the earth’s surface are the belts of converging-ascending air flow (see doldrums; polar front), air temperature, moisture-bearing winds, ocean currents, distance inland from the coast, and mountain ranges.
Next, Explain the change in pattern of rainfall – the erratic behaviour of monsoon rainfall, including the phenomenon of concentrated heavy rainfall on a small number of days, could, at least in part, be attributed to the rising air pollution. Explain that excess aerosols, suspended solid particles like dust, smoke and industrial effluents, in the atmosphere is changing cloud patterns.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to mitigate the above.
Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India.
3. Denying individuals matrimonial and other rights that emanate from matrimony solely for their sexual orientation is unjust and unconstitutional. Comment. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: firstpost.com
Why the question:
In his submission in the Delhi High Court, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that ‘spouse’ means either husband or wife and ‘marriage’ is a term associated with heterosexual couples.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about achieving equality in matrimony and other rights for sexual minorities.
Directive word:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context of same sex marriage beinig banned as per Art.377 in India and then quashing of the same article legalising same-sex marriage.
Body:
First, bring out the issue that although India has taken an Inclusive step towards the LGBTQIA+ community, it is necessary to understand that there are still many issues associated with actual materialising of same-sex marriage.
Next, stress on the need to recognise same-sex marriage under Hindu Marriage act and special marriage act.
Conclusion:
Conclude by stressing the need to protect basic human rights of sexual minoritites and need for a well planned statute to empower them legally.
General Studies – 2
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations.
4. The developments affecting India’s neighbourhood over the past decade have led India to formulate policy options to secure her national interests, keeping in view the changes occurring in her neighbourhood. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: New Indian Express
Why the question:
There is a widely shared belief that India has to formulate policy options to secure her national interests, keeping in view the changes occurring in her neighbourhood.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the dynamic foreign policy of India suited according to its strategic interests and changing geopolitics.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Give a brief about India and its neighbourhood and its Neighbourhood first policy.
Body:
First begin by mentioning the various dynamics of India with respect to its neighbours such as Chinese diplomacy with Bhutan, Nepal & Sri Lanka, Taliban control over Afghanistan, Sri Lanka & associated concerns for India, Role of Pakistan in Jammu & Kashmir security issues etc.
Next, deliberate upon the need for a strategic custom made approach with each neighbour such as economic aides, socio-cultural engagements and exchanges, military drills, regional groupings etc
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating that India should play to its strength with a deep understanding of regional sensitivities with respect to each of its neighbour.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Disaster and disaster management.
5. India must take into account concerns regarding ageing dams, and conduct timely safety reviews in order to ensure safety of the structures, and the safety of those who inhabit the areas downstream. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
A report by United Nations University, said that Mullaperiyar dam, situated in a seismically active area, faces a risk of failure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about need to focus on safety and rehabilitation of aeging dams.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about some of the age old engineering marvels of dam constructions in India.
Body:
First, write the concerns of dam maintenance projects such as maintenance of water levels especially in the rainy season, local seismic areas and probabilities of a flash flooding and local landfalls, the issue of local land acquisition and control over the water resource as a whole and then different claims by neighbouring states etc
Next, highlight the need to maintain structural integrity of dams and the water needs of all the delta states and need for a collaborative approach.
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating that consensus to be built among conflicting states in order to achieve synergy with regard to the water resource and its dams.
Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security.
6. Analyse the growing impacts of climate change on India. Are the steps taken so far adequate enough to tackle the climate change? 250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: New Indian Express
Why the question:
Most of these impacts of climate change can be irreversible and hence cannot be remediated even if greenhouse gas emissions decline dramatically, the IPCC has said.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the implications of changing climate on various aspects of Indian region and also evaluate upon the Key actions taken by India towards combating and adapting to climate change.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start the answer by writing about the increasing extreme weather events in India.
Body:
First, write in detail the implications of changing climate on various aspects of Indian region such as – food security, Agriculture systems, water security, Energy infrastructure and supply, coastal ecosystem etc. Also explain its effect on human health, social issues, cascading of climatic hazards etc.
Then discuss the key actions taken by India towards combating and adapting to climate change. Evaluate their impact.
Conclusion:
Conclude that If India is to successfully tackle climate change—both in terms of mitigation and adaptation—it will need to address several complex, intertwined challenges- local as well as global.
General Studies – 4
Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators;
7. What does this quote means to you? (150 words)
“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire” – William Butler Yates
Difficulty level: Easy
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Quotes Wednesdays’ in Mission-2022 Secure.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by explaining the literal meaning of the quote and highlighting importance of education.
Body:
Write about how education is not just about filling the pail – that is – imparting academic or vocational knowledge but rather developing a inquisitive mind and all round development.. Cite examples to substantiate your points.
Conclusion:
Summarise by highlighting the importance of the quote in the present day.
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