Think, Learn & Perform (TLP) – UPSC GS Mains [Day 93] December 3, 2015 1 Think and Learn, TLP Mains 2015, UPSC, UPSC Mains- Think and Learn-2015 Archives Must Refer– Comprehensive Mains Strategy Weekly Plans Password- TLP2015 Click on the links and then answer on respective questions! Day 93 – HOT 1. The land boundary agreement concluded between India and Bangladesh will go a long way in addressing the issues of border security, illegal migration and drugs and arms trafficking. Do you agree? Also discuss the significance of this agreement in bringing about development to the states adjoining Bangladesh. 2.The present draft of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill has seen intense public and parliamentary debate. What are the contentious provisions of this bill? Discuss the ways in which consumer protection and welfare can be promoted in the real estate sector. 3. The demand for criminalizing marital rape has come from various social quarters, notably women activists. It is often argued however, that the institution of marriage is so sacred and sacrosanct to the Indian society that the decision to criminalize marital rape can be counterproductive and it won’t make much of a difference. What do you think? Discuss. 4. Issues pertaining to governance, funding, institutional oversight and sustainability are the major stumbling blocks in the path of creating 100 smart cities. What are these issues? Discuss. Also suggest ways that can truly impart smartness to the urban landscape in India. 5. There are several irritants in Indo-China relations that include the ongoing border dispute, China’s role in Pakistan, Indian role in the Pacific etc. However, the evolution of Indo-China relations in the past few years has shown how economy can deal with politics. What do you understand by this statement? Elucidate. IAS UPSC Mains Questions 2015, TLP Mains IASbaba, UPSC Mains 2015 Related Posts : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs – 2nd December, 2015 Read More Protected: 1. The land boundary agreement concluded between India and Bangladesh will go a long way in addressing the issues of border security, illegal migration and drugs and arms trafficking. Do you agree? Also discuss the significance of this agreement in bringing about development to the states adjoining Bangladesh. 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 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 7th July 2025 UPSC Quiz – 2025 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 8th July 2025 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 8th July – 2025 IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [8th July, 2025] – Day 30 Day 30 – Q. 5. The increasing role of Artificial Intelligence in governance poses new ethical dilemmas. Discuss the challenges of ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI-driven public decision-making. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 30 – Q. 4. “Commerce without morality” is one of Gandhi’s Seven Social Sins. In this context, examine the ethical issues in corporate governance and suggest measures to ensure ethical business practices. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 30 – Q. 3. Powerful nations often justify their interventions as ‘humanitarian’. Critically analyse the ethical dilemmas such actions pose in the context of global funding and aid. (150 words, 10 Marks) Day 30 – Q. 2. Citizen’s Charters are tools of participatory governance, yet often fail in their intended purpose. Critically examine their role in promoting accountability and ethical governance. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 30 – Q. 1. Conscience acts as an inner moral compass, often clashing with external authority or rules. How can public servants balance personal conscience with institutional duties? (150 words, 10 marks) [NEW BATCH] ILP PRIME 2026 – INTEGRATED LEARNING PROGRAMME – The Most Comprehensive 365 Days Online ‘Self-Study Programme’ Recommended by Toppers for UPSC 2026