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General Studies – 1
Topic: History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawal of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.— their forms and effect on the society.
1. What was Apartheid? How did South Africa overcome the Apartheid? Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who has died aged 90. A contemporary of Nelson Mandela, Archbishop Tutu was one of the driving forces behind the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about Apartheid and how south Africa overcame it.
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 a defining Apartheid.
Body:
First, discuss the various discriminatory features of Apartheid against the Africans.
Next, discuss contributions and the struggle of Nelson Mandela in decolonization and fight against Apartheid in South Africa. Highlight how Mandela was influenced by Gandhiji’s principles of Non-violence.
Next, mention the role of foreign support in ending Apartheid.
Conclusion:
Conclude by mentioning the lessons for present day from Africa’s struggle against Apartheid.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.
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 salient features of Indian constitution and the nature of federalism in India.
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 giving various views of significance of Preamble for the constitution.
Body:
In the first part, write about the all the core constitutional features of the Preamble.
Next, Mention about the significance of the constitution like how it tells the nature of Indian state, objective of constitution, how it is useful to judiciary.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising that the preamble represents the soul and spirit of the Indian constitution.
Topic: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.
3. Compare and contrast the major features of constitutions of India and Britain. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
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 salient features of Indian constitution and the nature of federalism in India.
Compare and contrast – provide for a detailed comparison of the two types, their features that are similar as well as different. One must provide for detailed assessment of the two.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by mentioning the legacy of British on the Indian constitution
Body:
In the first part, write about the major differences between Indian and British constitution. Written constitution, Nature of federation, Citizenship, Sovereign power, Judicial review etc.
Next, write about similarities between Indian and British constitution – Rule of Law, Independence of Judiciary, Parliamentary system etc,
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising the major observations.
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The Maharashtra Assembly on Thursday (December 2) passed the Shakti Criminal Laws (Maharashtra Amendment) Act unanimously. With the passage of the Bill, it became the second state in India after Andhra Pradesh to approve death penalty for heinous offences of rape and gangrape.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the importance of wetland ecosystem.
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.
Body:
First, write about the Problems with death penalty. Emphasises on the fact that punishing rape with death may actually be counterproductive to women’s safety. Substantiate with facts and reports.
Next, Arguments supporting for Death Penalty and how it acts as deterrent. Cite examples from all over the world.
Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a fair and balanced opinion about death penalty.
Topic: Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
India is pioneering the concept of digital public goods that enhance the ease, transparency and speed with which individuals, markets and governments interact with each other.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the benefits and potential Digital Public Goods in 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 defining Digital Public Goods with examples.
Body:
First, further elaborate on the concept of Digital Public Goods and how India is pioneering with it.
Next, write about various benefits in order to achieve developmental ambitions from Digital Public Goods. Economic, Governance, Social etc.
Next, suggest various impediments to realising the full potential of Digital Public Goods. Digital divide, digital literacy etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Reference: Down to Earth
Why the question:
Ken-Betwa Link Project is the first project under the National Perspective Plan for interlinking of rivers. It envisages transferring water from the Ken river to the Betwa river, both tributaries of the Yamuna. The Ken-Betwa Link Canal will be 221 km long, including a 2-km long tunnel.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the challenges in the Ken-Betwa River Interlinking project.
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 and reasons for the approval of the Ken-Betwa River Interlinking project.
Body:
First, write about the threats to wildlife sanctuaries and national parks from habitat loss. Loss of tree cover, increased man animal conflict etc. Substantiate with examples. For e.g: Clearance of core zone of Panna national park
Next, write the need of an effective Environmental Impact assessment to anticipate and mitigate the issues arising from Ken-Betwa River Interlinking project.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
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)
“What wisdom can you find greater than kindness.” ― Jean Jacques Rousseau
Difficulty level: Moderate
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.
Body:
Bring out the link between wisdom and kindness. Mention that kindness is the virtue of wise men. Substantiate using examples how people with true wisdom understand the importance of being kind.
Conclusion:
Summarise by highlighting the importance of the quote in the present day.
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