3. What significance do energy ratings on electrical appliances hold? Which parameters are assessed to award energy ratings. What is the institutional mechanism for these ratings in India? Discuss. IASbaba May 20, 2016 47 Uncategorized Related Posts : 2. What do you understand by the term ‘ombudsman’? Give examples from India. How their functions are different from other law enforcement agencies? Analyse. Read More IASbaba’s TLP 2016 [20th May]: UPSC Mains GS Questions [HOT] Read More TLPGurukul FoundationILP 2026FLM Test SeriesGurukul AdvancedTLP ConnectMains Exclusive ProgrammeSankalp – 2025लक्ष्य – 2026PSIR Optional FCSubscribe For Email Updates Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Email Address Subscribe Recent Posts Day 49 – Write any one of the following essays in 1000-1200 words (125 marks) IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [26th July, 2025] – Day 48 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 26th July 2025 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 26th July – 2025 UPSC Quiz – 2025 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 26th July 2025 Day 48 – Q. 5. “In the context of growing trade disputes and developing nations’ concerns, examine the role of the WTO in ensuring equitable global trade. How can India balance its interests within a weakening multilateral trade regime?” (250 words, 15 marks) Day 48 – Q. 4. India’s aspiration for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council reflects both its growing global stature and the need for a more representative multilateral system.” Critically examine the prospects and challenges of UNSC reform in this context. (250 words, 15 marks) Day 48 – Q. 3. “Rising protectionist tendencies in the United States pose both challenges and opportunities for India’s trade and technology sectors.” Examine. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 48 – Q. 2. “Indian diaspora has evolved from a passive community abroad to a strategic asset for the country.” Discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with this transformation. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 48 – Q. 1. “In the wake of escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, examine the implications of this conflict on India’s strategic, energy, and diaspora-related interests.” (150 words, 10 marks)