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General Studies – 1
Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc., geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Down to Earth
Why the question:
A 2021 study Spatiotemporal analysis of tropical cyclone landfalls in northern Bay of Bengal, India and Bangladesh by the World Bank also underlined the increasing threat of cyclones in the Sundarbans area.
Key Demand of the question:
To write the reasons for a large number cyclones in the Bay of Bengal and its impact on Sundarbans.
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 giving context of cyclones in Bay of Bengal with the recent examples.
Body:
First, mention the reasons as to why Bay of Bengal is the hot-bed for frequent cyclonic storms – The Bay of Bengal is shaped like a trough, high sea surface temperature, more rainfall with sluggish winds and warm air currents, constant inflow of fresh warm water etc.
Next, write about its impact on Sundarbans ecosystem and mention steps to mitigate it.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The military takeover in Myanmar last February, just days before the newly elected democratic government was to be sworn in, stymied the country’s tenuous transition to democracy, for which a beginning had been made in 2015.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the approach India must take with respect to Myanmar.
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 giving context about the recent coup in Myanmar.
Body:
First, in brief, trace the development of ties between India and Myanmar since independence.
Next, write about need to engage with Myanmar to implement Neighbourhood First Policy. The economic considerations – the gateway to east Asia, Kaladan project, connectivity, development of north east etc.
Next, write about the security considerations – China factor, insurgency in the north east, illicit drug trade from the golden triangle, refugee crisis etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about positives and negatives of draft regulations for Lakshadweep development.
Directive word:
Critically examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we have to look into the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications. When ‘critically’ is suffixed or prefixed to a directive, one needs to look at the good and bad of the topic and give a fair judgment.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context of recently proposed draft regulations by the Lakshadweep administrator.
Body:
In the first part, mention in brief the regulations and their objectives – Lakshadweep Animal Preservation Regulation, 2021; the Prevention of Anti-Social Activities Regulation (PASA); the Lakshadweep Panchayat Regulation, 2021 and Lakshadweep Development Authority Regulation 2021.
Next, bring out the positive aspects of the above regulations for the better development and growth of the island.
Next, write about the undemocratic nature and other limitations of the above proposed regulations.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward regarding the changes needed to the draft regulations.
Topic: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Polity by M. Laxmikanth
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the functioning of Tribes Advisory Councils (TAC).
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:
Begin by giving a brief about the aims and objectives of fifth schedule of Indian constitution.
Body:
First, write about the of Tribes Advisory Councils (TAC), its composition and functioning.
Next, write about performance of these councils to uphold their stated objectives. The positives – prohibit or restrict the transfer of land, regulate the allotment of land, regulate the carrying on of business as money-lender etc.
Next, write about the limitations in the performance of these councils – The functioning of the TAC has been unsatisfactory, the rehabilitation and settlement is inadequate, the meetings of Tribal Advisory Council (TAC) have been irregular, the Governor’s report has been insufficient and also there has been unsatisfactory implementation of development programmes.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
Since the onset of the pandemic, there has been growing concern over the extent to which income and wealth disparities have widened in the country during this period.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the impact of pandemic on inequalities and measures to overcome it.
Directive:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin the answer by stating a fact highlighting growing inequalities due to the pandemic.
Body:
In the first part, write the about how the pandemic has further exacerbated economic inequalities in the country – The rising unemployment rate, increasing casualisation of the workforce, rising dependence on MGNREGA and financial distress among MSMEs, when seen against the booming profits of large firms, a soaring stock market, and the vaulting fortunes of the rich. Give facts and examples to substantiate.
Next, write about the measures that are needed to combat the same and reduce the growing inequalities.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
India where piecemeal announcements are made in various sectors without a stated national vision. There is no overarching official document to guide policy and decision-making.
Key Demand of the question:
To write the need for national vision for defence forces.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context that India lacks a coherent national vision pertaining to its defence forces.
Body:
First, mention the impact of the lack of a national vision – reactive approach, lack of modernisation, limited coordination, inefficient utilisation of funds etc;
Next, discuss the benefits of having a nation vision for better coherence in multi-sectoral and multi-ministerial policymaking and execution and the steps that are needed in this regard.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward to address these issues.
General Studies – 4
Topic: Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and nonpartisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker-sections.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Conceptual Tuesdays’ in Mission-2022 Secure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write five essential ethical traits in civil servants and justify their inclusion.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by mentioning the need for Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration
Body:
Next, mention the five ethical traits which you consider essential in a civil servant and justify their inclusion with examples. Ensure you chose 5 different and fundamental traits which are needed in an ethical and efficient civil servant.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarizing.
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