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General Studies – 1
Topic: Social empowerment
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Key Demand of the question:
To state the societal reasons for low productivity in learning outcomes.
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 by mentioning the link between social factors and progress of education.
Body:
First, write how poverty is limiting education – poor nutrition, lack of adult support, lack of resources and hindrance to quality education etc.
Next, write about the societal factors which are limiting education –low priority, caste-based discrimination, inequalities, lack of continuity etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to overcome the above societal hindrances.
Topic: 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: Moderate
Reference: Down to Earth
Why the question:
Monsoon in India and west Africa — the most significant monsoon rainfall systems — may be in for changes due to greenhouse gases, new research has warned. The changes may be rapid or gradual in the present as well as near future.
Key Demand of the question:
Bring out the seasonal variations in the monsoon and to analyse the impact of climate change on it and suggest steps to mitigate it.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by introducing Indian monsoon and its importance briefly.
Body:
Start by briefly mentioning about mechanism of the monsoon and the reasons for fluctuations in Indian monsoon according to the seasons. Divide the answer in to various months and how monsoon varies with it. Use a diagram to explain it more systematically. Do include the Western Disturbances, Somali Jet Streams, Easterly Jet streams etc.
In the next part, write about the impact of climate change on monsoon rains. Mention the ways how it patterns are changing and its effect.
Next, write about long term and short-term measures required to mitigate the adverse impact of climate change on monsoon.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
General Studies – 2
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: New Indian Express
Why the question:
Amid the Ukraine student predicament, Tamil Nadu’s other—perennial—‘foreign’ crisis took a back seat. Since 2009 when the civil war ended in the island nation, TN’s fishers have faced arrest, violence and even death in Sri Lankan waters while in pursuit of a good catch. Since the death of a Tamil fisher in October, tensions have increased with the state’s fishers being arrested or detained by the neighbouring country’s forces on a regular basis.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about a permanent and sustainable solution to resolve the fishing issue between India and Sri Lanka.
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 the providing context in brief, about the Palk bay conflict between India and Sri Lanka.
Body:
In the first part, give context, causes and various facets to the conflict – island of Katchatheevu, frequent poaching by Indian fisherman in Sri Lankan waters, and the damaging economic and environmental effects of trawling. Bring out the impact the issue has on Indo-Lankan relations.
In the next part, mention various steps taken to address this issues which have not been fruitful in resolving the issue – setting up of Joint Working Group (JWG).
Suggest steps in which the issue can be resolved peacefully and amicably. Replacing trawlers with deep sea fishing vessels, ban on unsustainable fishing, joint patrolling, orderly sharing of and sustainable use of resources by fishermen from both sides and de-politicization of the issue etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 3 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about faceless E-assessment and its performance.
Directive word:
Evaluate – When you are asked to evaluate, you have to pass a sound judgement about the truth of the given statement in the question or the topic based on evidence. You must appraise the worth of the statement in question. There is scope for forming an opinion here.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by explaining about faceless E-assessment system for income tax and its aims and objectives.
Body:
First, write about the pros of faceless E-assessment system for income tax – removes the unwanted methods, no individual biases and subjective judgment, use of modern technology for assessment, time bound nature and maximum governance and minimum government.
Next, write about the limitations of faceless E-assessment – lack of proper scrutiny, technical glitches, improper communication and Incorrect Taxpayer’s Database etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to overcome the above limitations.
Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 3 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about major tax reforms in recent times and to examine the feasibility of direct tax code.
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 stating the aims and objectives behind tax reforms.
Body:
First, in brief explain the major tax reforms introduced during recent times – GST, MAT rates, faceless assessment, etc
Next, explain the concept of direct tax code and its components. Write about as to how it will be better than the existing mechanism and also write about it uncertainties and issues with respect to it.
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating a balanced opinion with regards to direct tax code.
Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Business Standard
Why the question:
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is likely to submit its recommendations on 5G spectrum by this month-end or early April, TRAI chairman P D Vaghela said on Wednesday.
Key Demand of the question:
To understand the potential of 5G technology and challenges in its implementation.
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 stating details of 5G network and its frequency range.
Body:
First, mention the various potential benefits of 5G technology such as faster access to critical services, building smart cities, developing competitiveness with other nations in service delivery standards etc.
Next, discuss the challenges to roll out 5G such as high cost of installation, public apprehension regarding safety, need for a robust policy and Centre-state coordination etc.
Next, write about the issue of spectrum allocation and how that can be done in a transparent manner.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 4
Topic: moral and political attitudes.
Difficulty level: Tough
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Abstract Thursdays’ in Mission-2022 Secure.
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:
Start by elaborating on the concept of popular morality.
Body:
Write about aspects such as what is accepted within the realms of popular morality, is it static and based on cultural notions and dictums. Cite examples
Influence of popular morality on constitutional rights – both positive and negative impact – substantiate with examples.
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating that popular morality must be in consonance with constitutional rights.
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