Think, Learn & Perform (TLP) – UPSC GS Mains [Day 45] October 13, 2015 7 Think and Learn-2015, TLP Mains 2015, UPSC, UPSC Mains- Think and Learn-2015 Archives Must Refer– Comprehensive Mains Strategy Weekly Plans Day 45 – TLP: AGRICULTURAL ISSUES 1. What is commodities exchange? What are the mechanisms in India to regulate commodities exchange? Discuss its importance with regard to agriculture sector. 2. According to National Sample Survey Organization, 33 % of all farm households have less than 0.4 hectares of land. Also majority of farmers in India are small and marginal farmers. Critically analyze the initiatives taken by government to address concerns of farmers. Also suggest some measures in this regard. 3. India is largest producer of pulses in theworld. Still India imports large quantities of pulses. Critically examine the reasons for low productivity of pulses in India. 4. Do you think river-linking projects could be one stop solution for irrigation woes of agriculture sector, especially when majority of Indian agriculture is rain fed? Substantiate. 5. What are the different types of irrigation methods practiced in India? Evaluate each method on its merits and demerits. IAS UPSC Mains Questions 2015, TLP Mains IASbaba, UPSC Mains 2015 Related Posts : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs – 13th October, 2015 Read More Protected: 1. What is commodities exchange? What are the mechanisms in India to regulate commodities exchange? Discuss its importance with regard to agriculture sector. Read More TLPILP 2026Gurukul AdvancedTLP ConnectMains Exclusive ProgrammeSankalp – 2025लक्ष्य – 2026Gurukul FoundationSubscribe 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 29 – Q. 5. In recent times, the rise of digital surveillance and data misuse poses serious ethical challenges. How should public institutions balance national security, privacy rights, and transparency in this context? (150 words, 10 marks) Day 29 – Q. 4. Administrative discretion is necessary for effective governance, but it can also lead to ethical lapses. Discuss the ethical concerns associated with excessive discretion in public administration with suitable examples. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 29 – Q. 3. Discuss the relevance of Rabindranath Tagore’s philosophical and ethical vision in addressing the moral and cultural challenges of contemporary society. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 29 – Q. 2. “The unexamined life is not worth living.” – Socrates. What do you understand by this quote? Discuss its relevance in the context of self-awareness and ethical conduct in public life. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 29 – Q. 1. “It is the greatest happiness of the greatest number that is the measure of right and wrong.” – Jeremy Bentham. What do you understand by the above quote? Bring out its significance in the context of public policy making. (150 words, 10 marks) IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [6th July, 2025] – Day 28 Day 28 – Write any one of the following essays in 1000-1200 words. (125 marks) DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 4th July 2025 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 5th July – 2025 UPSC Quiz – 2025 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 5th July 2025
