Examine the key drivers and challenges of India’s manufacturing sector. Comment on the government policies in this regard. (150 Words, 10 Marks)
‘Data is the new oil, but unlike oil, its utility is limitless.’ Analyse this statement in the context of monopolistic practices of Big Tech firms and suggest policy reforms for India’s digital economy. (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Discuss the objectives and expected outcomes of India’s Digital Agriculture Mission. How can digitisation transform agricultural productivity and farmers’ livelihoods? (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Land reforms in India remain an unfinished agenda. Critically evaluate the objectives, implementation, and outcomes of land reforms since independence. Why have these reforms succeeded only in limited regions? (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Discuss the opportunities and challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence (AI) for labor markets in India. How can inclusive institutions help manage technological disruption and ensure equitable outcomes? (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Digital technology and Artificial Intelligence are transforming preventive medicine. Examine their role and potential challenges in combating lifestyle diseases in India. (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Landslides in India cause loss of life, infrastructure damage, and environmental degradation. Analyze key causes and suggest mitigation measures with recent examples. (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Define water pollution. What are its major causes and impacts on aquatic ecosystems. Why is water pollution a particularly critical challenge for a country like India? (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Evaluate the role of the Public Distribution System (PDS) in advancing food security in India. What reforms are needed to enhance its efficiency and coverage? (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Analyze the global counter-terrorism framework and discuss why it falls short in addressing India’s concerns. Suggest key reforms to strengthen its effectiveness. (150 Words, 10 Marks)
Rising cross-border drone use for arms and drug smuggling threatens internal security. Evaluate current countermeasures and suggest ways to strengthen border security. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Analyze the economic impact of election-driven freebies on fiscal discipline and developmental goals. Discuss measures to differentiate genuine welfare from populist spending. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Discuss the role of women entrepreneurs in fostering inclusive economic growth in India with special reference to rural enterprises. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
How has the Minimum Support Price (MSP) regime influenced cropping patterns in India, and what policy measures are needed to promote greater crop diversification? (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Discuss the dual challenge India faces in achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 while sustaining high economic growth and energy security. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Discuss its core principles of Trumponomics and evaluate its potential impact on global trade dynamics, particularly with respect to India’s export competitiveness. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Evaluate the role of CERT-In, National Cyber Coordination Centre (NCCC), and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) in mitigating recent cyber threats. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Define Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology. Explain its working principle and evaluate its significance in enhancing cyber and national security amid emerging quantum computing threats. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Analyze the role of lifestyle changes envisaged under India’s LiFE Mission in promoting climate mitigation and sustainable resource use. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
Analyze India’s internal security challenges and discuss how technology-driven surveillance and intelligence systems are strengthening national security. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
