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1. New Delhi should dwell on the lessons from the recent deterioration of ties and on the need of a calibrated position that supports inclusive democracy in Nepal yet doesn’t amount to interference. Analyse. (Note: The statement has been picked directly from an article of The Hindu.)
3. Caste biases and communal prejudices seem to have returned to the University campuses. Do you agree? Is is that the perception is being built by highlighting the actions of few fringe elements which eventually snowballs into nationwide unrest? Critically examine. (Note: As an extension to this question, you can also think over the options available to the administration of the universities. Such cases can be asked in Paper IV)
2. The South Asian countries will soon have the SAARC summit. As a multilateral forum, what potential do you envisage for SAARC. Do you think a lot could have been achieved on the economic and internal security front through meaningful engagement of the participants? If so, why these ends have nor been met? Critically analyse.
1. Declining air quality is not only a worry for the health of the masses but also a big cause of concern for the economy. Why? How information technology (IT) can help in improving the quality of life of the people most prone to polluted air? Discuss.
3. In a democracy, we can afford a media with low ethics but never a coward one.In fact, more than anything, the recent attacks on media persons in the premise of a court in Delhi are threat to the common people. Do you agree? Critically examine.
2. The number of stalled projects and the stagnant flow of private investment have been real worries for the economy. What steps have been taken by the government to set things right in this direction? How far these steps have been successful? (Note: In this question, think of the strategy of encouraging private investment by first boosting public infrastructure. Last year’s Economic Survey can be referred as reference.)
1. Parliamentary democracy calls for debate and discussions but not disruptions. However in the past few years, the trend has been to stall parliamentary proceedings in the name of countering the government on certain issues. What steps should be taken to address this disruptive tendency prevailing in the Parliament? Discuss.
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3. Innovation must be brought bottom up in order to make local bodies more effective and participative. Do you agree? Discuss by quoting examples.
2. You must have witnessed numerous interpretations of ‘patriotism’ recently. What do you understand by patriotism? Also opine on the ongoing ideological debate over the issue.
1. Demands for caste based reservations have resurfaced again on the national forefront. Why after more than six decades of independence, the idea of a society based on equity and transcending caste and community barriers remains elusive? Give your opinion.
3. Fish resources form a vital component of the marine and freshwater ecosystems of India. However, in terms of tapping their actual potential, we are far behind our international competitors. Why? What policy and technological changes are required to enhance fish production?
2. What do you understand by the term ‘energy mix’? Elucidate it’s importance for India in fighting out the ensuing energy crisis.
1. Governments in few states have waived off water and electricity bills for the local people. Do you think such steps are sustainable? What could be the possible fallouts? Examine.
3. Do you think it is high time that rail budget be combined with the annual financial budget? Critically examine.
2. Stricter and more prudent banking norms are required to address the issue of high corporate debt in India. Discuss. What possible effects can defaults by the big names of the business fraternity have on the economy? Elucidate.
1. A suitable crop insurance plan coupled with social security benefits will go a long way in addressing the agrarian distress in India. In view of the statement, examine the potential of and challenges for the existing schemes of the central government.
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3. Decentralized irrigation involving local wisdom is the solution to many of the problems being faced by the distressed farmers of the country. Discuss. To what extent the Krishi Sinchai Yojana gives attention to these dimensions? Examine.
2. The idea of interlinking the rivers to fight droughts and floods in various parts of the country might be economically prudent but it’s ecological fallouts outweigh the other benefits. Critically comment.

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