[MISSION 2022] SECURE 2022 : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 17 May 2022 – INSIGHTSIAS

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General Studies – 1


 

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.

1. Trace the evolution of Mughal architecture under various Mughal emperors with a special emphasis on architectural development under Shahjahan. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Easy

Reference: Indian art and culture – Nitin Singhania.

Why the question:

The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the gradual evolution of Mughal architecture under various Mughal rulers by identifying major elements of change.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: 

In brief, write about the grandeur of Mughal architecture and emergence of a distinct style of their own.

Body:

In the body, trace the development of various styles of architecture, aesthetic awareness with example. Babur and Humayun – Not much progress but cite a few examples of the constructed.

Akbar – A very distinct style emerged. The initial use of styles of Bengal and Gujarat in monuments at Agra. Then a distinctive style at monuments at Fathepur Sikri and Delhi. Jahangir – mention the new features added and changes witnessed with examples.

Shahjahan – write about how Mughal architecture reached its Zenith under him. Distinct features with examples. Aurangzeb – How his reign is marked with less patronage for arts but nevertheless a few buildings were constructed.

Conclusion:

Summarize the contributions of the Mughal rulers to Indian art and architecture.

 

Topic: Social empowerment

2. Improved availability and access to assistive aids is quintessential to ensure improvements in the lives of the persons with disabilities. Discuss. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: The HinduThe Hindu

Why the question:

More than 2.5 billion people need one or more assistive products, such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, or apps that support communication and cognition and yet a billion of them are denied access, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, where access can be as low as 3% of the need for these life-changing products, said a report released on Monday by the World Health Organisation and UNICEF.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the role of assistive aids in improving life of persons with disabilities.

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: 

Start by giving statistic regarding persons with disabilities in India.

Body:

First, write about the various issues that the persons with disabilities face in ensuring normal lifestyle. Mention the various steps that have been take in this regard.

Next, write about the difference that assistive aids can make in the lives of persons with disabilities.

Conclusion:

Conclude by mentioning a way forward to ensure empowerment of the persons with disabilities.

 

Topic: urbanization, their problems and their remedies.

3. Analyse the role of public health engineering in ensuring clean water and sanitation as well as addressing the growing demands for water consumption and preservation in India. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: The Hindu

Why the question:

As we confront public health challenges emerging out of environmental concerns, expanding the scope of public health/environmental engineering science becomes pivotal.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the role of public health engineering in achieving our developmental objectives.

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 writing in brief about the scope of public health/environmental engineering science.

Body:

First, highlight that of public health/environmental engineering science will play a part in ensuring clean water and sanitation. Substantiate with examples.

Next, write about the of public health/environmental engineering science role in meeting the growing demands of water. Mention ways to achieve that.

Next, write about the other advantages of public health engineering.

Conclusion:

Conclude by summarising.

 


General Studies – 2


 

Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.

4. Critically analyse India’s efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. What course corrections are required to meet the targets? (250 words)

Difficulty level: Tough

Reference: The Hindu

Why the question:

NITI Aayog’s 2020-21 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) India Index detailed the implementation of the United Nations’ SDGs in the country, States and Union Territories (UTs). It gave marks, between 0 and 100 points, to each region.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about India’s performance with respect to SDG’s and changes required to achieve the target.

Directive word: 

Critically analyze – 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. When ‘critically’ is suffixed or prefixed to a directive, one needs to look at the good and bad of the topic and give a balanced judgment on the topic.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: 

Begin by giving context about 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that are to be achieved by 2030.

Body:

First, mention the important SDGs in brief and write about the various measures taken in order to achieve them.

Next, evaluate India’s performance toward achieving various SDGs by 2030 and mention the shortfalls.

Next, write about the various course corrections that are required in order to ensure that SGDs are achieved by 2030.

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward.

 


General Studies – 3


 

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.

5. Niche banking will lead to Indian financial sector getting some niche and specialised players of global and Indian origin and create a focus on specific areas, which will help industries as well as the banking sector become more competitive and innovative. Elaborate. (250 words)

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 niche banking, its successes and limitation with respect to banking system of India.

Directive word:

Elaborate – Give 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 defining niche banks.

Body:

First, mention a few features of niche banks.

Next, write about the various advantages offered by the niche banks in the India macro-economic set up.

Next, evaluate the successes and limitations of Niche banks in Indian set up.

Conclusion:

Conclude by writing a way forward to overcome the limitations.

 

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.

6. Examine the impact that Industry 4.0 will have on India. Suggest measures that are needed to maximise benefits and minimise losses due to Industry 4.0. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: Indian Express

Why the question:

In spite of low automation and a young workforce, absolute job losses will be the second highest in the world due to the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the opportunities and challenges associated with Industry 4.0.

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 briefly defining Industry 4.0.

Body:

First, write about the positive impact of Industry 4.0 on India – growth, development, governance etc.

Next, write about the negative impact of Industry 4.0 on India – unemployment, cybersecurity, low technology integration etc.

Next, write about the various steps that are needed to maximise benefits and minimise losses due to Industry 4.0.

Conclusion:

Conclude by writing a way forward to overcome the concerns.

 

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.

7. Evaluate the various measures initiated towards tiger conservation and protection in India which has resulted in steady increase in population of tigers. What are the key learnings from these measures towards conservation efforts of other species? (250 words)

Difficulty level: Tough

Reference: Down to Earth

Why the question:

Ramgarh Vishdhari Wildlife Sanctuary was notified as a tiger reserve May 16, 2022, after a nod by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) in July 2021. It is now India’s 52nd tiger reserve and Rajasthan’s fourth, after Ranthambore, Sariska and Mukundra.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the various measures towards tiger conservation and key learnings from these measures.

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 giving context regarding the increase in tiger population in India.

Body:

First, write about the various steps taken in order to conserve the tiger species – Amendment of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, Constitution of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), project Tiger” and “Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats” and International cooperations etc.

Next, evaluate the successes and limitations of the above measures.

Next, mention the key learnings from the successes above which can be replicated in the conservation efforts of other species.

Conclusion:

Conclude by writing a way forward.

 


General Studies – 4


 

Topic: Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity;

7. Corruption erodes trust, weakens democracy, hampers economic development and further exacerbates inequality, poverty, social division and the environmental crisis. Analyse. (150 words)

Difficulty level: Easy

Why the question:

The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the impact of corruption and measures needed to prevent it.

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 defining corruption.

Body:

First, write about the factors that aid corruption – opportunity costs, quid pro quo, acceptance of corruption etc. Write about its impact on various dimensions. Substantiate with examples,

Next, suggest various measures to break the cycle of collusive corruption.

Conclusion:

Conclude by Summarising,


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