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 IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [9th July, 2025] – Day 31 Day 31 – Q. 5. “Public servants often face conflicts between political pressure and ethical governance.” Illustrate with real-world cases and suggest ways to strengthen probity in decision-making. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 4. “Corruption in public fund utilization undermines both development and public trust.” Examine the institutional mechanisms to prevent leakages and their limitations. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 3. How does bureaucratic work culture impact efficiency and accountability in public service delivery? Discuss with examples and suggest measures for improvement. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 2. “While the RTI Act has empowered citizens, its misuse and bureaucratic resistance have diluted its effectiveness.” Evaluate this statement with recent examples and suggest reforms. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 1. “The Whistleblowers Protection Act (2014) remains ineffective without proper enforcement mechanisms.” Critically analyze this statement, highlighting the challenges in protecting whistleblowers and its impact on probity in governance. (150 words, 10 marks) [ANNOUNCEMENT] IASbaba’s SCHOLARSHIP TEST Results Announced – Gurukul Foundation 2026!! [New Batch] MEP (Mains Exclusive Program) for UPSC 2026 – Master the Art of Answer Writing with Expert Guidance! DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 8th July 2025 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 7th July 2025
