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 25 – Q. 5. “Efficient logistics is the backbone of economic competitiveness.” Examine the current challenges in India’s logistics sector and evaluate the significance of the PM Gati Shakti scheme and National Logistics Policy in overcoming them. (250 words, 15 marks) Day 25 – Q. 4. “India’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme is an attempt to transform the manufacturing ecosystem and reduce import dependence.” Discuss the rationale behind the PLI scheme and critically analyze its impact on industrial growth, innovation, and job creation. (250 words, 15 marks) Day 25 – Q. 3. “India’s renewable energy ambitions are high, but implementation faces multiple hurdles.” Critically assess India’s progress in the sector and outline key challenges that need urgent policy focus. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 25 – Q. 2. “Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) have been promoted as a viable model to modernize Indian Railways.” Evaluate the potential and limitations of PPP in railway station redevelopment and infrastructure upgradation. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 25 – Q. 1. “MSMEs are key to employment generation and inclusive growth yet face persistent structural challenges.” Discuss the major bottlenecks faced by MSMEs in India and examine the effectiveness of recent policy interventions aimed at addressing them. (150 words, 10 marks) DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 2nd July 2025 UPSC Quiz – 2025 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2nd July 2025 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 2nd July – 2025 IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [2nd July, 2025] – Day 24 Day 24 – Q. 5. The food processing sector plays a critical role in enhancing farmer incomes and reducing post-harvest losses. Elaborate on its significance and examine the major upstream and downstream challenges in developing an efficient supply chain ecosystem. (250 words, 15 marks)