[MISSION 2022] SECURE 2022 : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 16 December 2021 – 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. Enumerating the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage from India, discuss as to why you think it is important to protect intangible heritage of India? (250 words)

Difficulty level: Easy

Reference: The Hindu

Why the question:

Durga Puja in Kolkata, one of largest cultural carnivals and street art festival of the country, on Wednesday received an important international recognition by making it to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the need for protecting intangible heritage of India.

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 the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage.

Body:

In the first part, write the items in the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage and the region they belong to.

Next, write need for protecting intangible heritage of India – cultural heritage, source of livelihood, dying arts. Celebrating diversity etc.

Conclusion:

Conclude by stating the importance of intangible heritage of India.

 


General Studies – 2


 

Topic: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure,

2. Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) Amendment Act, 2021, gave overarching powers to the Centre-appointed official over an democratically elected government. Critically examine. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: The Print

Why the question:

The Union government introduced the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2021, in the Lok Sabha on 15 March to amend the 1991 Act. The bill said the “government” in Delhi will mean the L-G in the context of all legislation, and makes it mandatory for the Delhi government to seek the opinion of the L-G before any executive action.

Key Demand of the question:

To examine the changes introduced by the GNCTD Amendment Act, 2021.

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 explaining the GNCTD Amendment Act, 2021 and the changes in introduced.

Body:

First, examine the various changes – equates government with lieutenant governor, skews power against the elected government, day to day affairs will be affected, against the SC judgement in Union territory of Delhi vs Union of India case, 2018.

Suggest ways to ensure cooperation and coordination over conflict.

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward.

 

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations.

3. India and Bangladesh’s bond stresses far beyond the calculus of strategic consideration, and it is rooted in close people-to-people connectivity. Analyse. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: Live Mint

Why the question:

Fifty years ago this week, Indian armed forces marched into Dhaka in what was then known as East Pakistan. Well-armed and more numerous Pakistani troops were demoralized, as they were surrounded by the Indian Army and, importantly, also by the Mukti Bahini, as Bangladesh’s freedom fighters were called.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the long term considerations and recent developments in the India-Bangladesh relationship.

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 context.

Body:

In the first part, Trace briefly the journey of the relationship. These linkages have been stronger due to sharing of common language, culture, history, and spirituality.

Next, write about the relationship between India and Bangladesh has vacillated through highs and lows depending on the regimes in power. Bring about strategic considerations between the both countries.

Next, bring out the recent developments and write how should India should navigate the relations moving forward.

Conclusion:

Conclude by way forward for maintaining a strong relationship with Bangladesh.

 

Topic: Major crops-cropping patterns in various parts of the country, – different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.

4. Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) promises to end a reliance on loans and drastically cut production costs, ending the debt cycle for farmers. Comment. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: The Hindu

Why the question:

Zero budget natural farming (ZBNF) is back on top of the Government’s agenda with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to highlight it at a national conclave in Gujarat later this week.

Key Demand of the question: To write about the ZBNF.

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 ZBNF.

Body:

In the first part, examine the potential of this technique if implemented on a nationwide scale, especially in light of productivity. Mention without using any credit, and without spending any money on purchased inputs. ‘Natural farming’ means farming with Nature and without chemicals.

Next, write about it will benefits farmers incomes.

Conclusion:

Conclude by way forward to ramp up its application.

 


General Studies – 3


 

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

5. Climate change is bringing multiple different changes in different regions – which will all increase with further warming. Elucidate. (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 about the adverse effects of climate change on the planet.

Elucidate – 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 climate change.

Body:

Write about the various impacts of climate change on various regions – water cycle, rainfall patterns, Coastal areas, extreme sea level events, melting of glaciers and ice sheets, Changes to the ocean, marine heatwaves, ocean acidification, and reduced oxygen levels etc. Cite statistic to substantiate your points.

Next, write about the urgent steps that are required to combat climate change.

Conclusion:

Conclude by writing a way forward.

 

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

6. What is acid rain? Explain the various adverse impacts from acid rain. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Easy

Reference: Environment by Shankar

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 explain the adverse impacts of acid rain.

Directive:

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 the defining acid rain.

Body:

Frist, in brief explain first the major reasons behind the occurrence of acid rains.

Next, discuss that acid rains are harmful for both biotic and abiotic elements. it corrode the surface and rendered it riddled with hole. Yellowing of marble and lime stone and other such delicate surface gets destroyed. It is also harmful for textile and metals as it reduce their quality and make them weak. Moreover it makes the soil acidic and reduces the fertility.

Next, discuss what needs to be done. Highlight the efforts of the government in this direction

Conclusion:

Write a way forward to mitigate the impact of acid rain.

 


General Studies – 4


 

Topic: Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour;

7. Different forms of addictions are rising among youth of the country. Mention empathetic ways to reduce this trend.  (150 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

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.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about taking empathetic approach towards de-addiction.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: 

Begin by giving context of rising forms of addictions – drugs, gaming, alcohol, social media etc.

Body:

First, bring out the adverse impact of addictions in brief.

Next, write about empathetic approach towards de-addiction – breaking the stigma, persuading, care ethics, compassionate support, follow up etc.

Conclusion:

Conclude by writing about saving the youth from various addictions.


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