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MAINS MODEL Q&A:
Discuss the role of the state in promoting research and development (R&D) in India. What are the key challenges in ensuring effective utilization of R&D funds, and suggest policy measures to enhance innovation and private sector participation? (250 words).
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Focus ; Autonomy to Tribal Communities ; An analysis
Ref: Future political dialogues should ensure more autonomy to tribal communities ;Dt 16 Feb 2025
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Discuss the significance of the gig economy in India and analyse the steps taken by the government to provide social security to gig and platform workers. What measures can be adopted to ensure a sustainable and inclusive welfare model for this workforce? (250 words).
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Examine the role of opposition parties in the parliamentary process. How does the
participation of opposition MPs in protests, debates, and the overall parliamentary discourse influence political accountability and governance? (250 words).
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4. The BPaLM regimen is seen in news and is related to which of the following?
a. Medicine
b. Governance
c. Geography
d. International relations
2. Consider the following statements on National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations (NIDHI):
1. It is a program that helps turn innovative ideas into successful startups.
2. This program is run by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Focus : Marriage is not immunity for Sexual Violence: An Analysis
Ref : Sex and violence: On the judiciary, Indians and marriage ; the Hindu 17 Feb 2025.
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Focus : Private Member Bill in Parliament- An Analysis
Ref : Private members’ Bills on POCSO Act, coaching centres introduced in RS ; The Indian Express 08 Feb 2025.
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5. Consider the following statements on the National Exit Test (NExT):
1. It is mandatory for the Indian and foreign medical students.
2. There is no NExT exam for the Indian System of Medicine.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
3. Consider the following statements:
1. The Union Government has created a national strategy for AI.
2. There is no legally binding international AI treaty.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
1. The Galathea Bay is declared as a 'major port', which was located in which of the following state/UT?
a. Lakshadweep
b. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
c. Gujarat
d. Kolkata
MAINS MODEL Q&A
Discuss the significance of appointing ad-hoc judges in High Courts. What does the Indian Constitution mandate on it? Analyse the Supreme Court's recent ruling on ad-hoc judicial appointments and its implications for addressing judicial pendency. (250 words).
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MAINS MODEL Q&A:
Discuss the need for a critical minerals framework in India in the context of its clean energy transition. What are the key challenges in reducing dependence on imports? Suggest measures for a socially and environmentally just approach to critical mineral extraction. (250 words).
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MAINS MODEL Q&A:
Critically analyse the key allocations and challenges in the education sector as per the Union Budget 2025-26. How can India strengthen its investment in school education to achieve full Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) under the NIPUN Bharat scheme? (250 words).
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5. Consider the following statements on Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO):
1. The Space Commission is responsible for framing policies related to space research and development.
2. The Chairman of ISRO also serves as the Secretary of the Department of Space.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
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Discuss the role of the Indian judiciary in tackling air pollution. What are the key judicial interventions in this regard, and what challenges does the judiciary face in implementing environmental governance? Suggest measures to strengthen the role of the judiciary in combating air pollution in India. (250 words).
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Examine the need for a National Skill Census in India. Discuss the key challenges in its implementation and suggest measures to enhance its effectiveness. (250 words).
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Focus :Equipping Sanitation Workers; NAMASTE Scheme
Ref ;Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar distributes PPE Kits and Ayushman Cards to Sewer and Septic Tank Workers under NAMASTE Scheme, at Jammu ;PIB 14 Feb 2025.
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5. Consider the following statements on Mission Indradhanush:
1. It is a drive to intensify the immunization in pockets of low immunization.
2. All vaccines being provided under Universal Immunization Programme are also administered under Mission Indradhanush.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
3. The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) is a survey that collects data on how households spend money on goods and services. Which of the following conduct this survey?
a. Reserve Bank of India
b. Central Statistics Office
c. Ministry of Finance
d. Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
1. Consider the following statements on the collegium system in the Indian judiciary:
1. The Chief justice of the High court participating has higher decision making power compared to his colleagues.
2. There is no judicial review on the decision of the collegium.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
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MAINS MODEL Q&A:
Analyse the Constitutional, Political, and Societal Implications of Imposing
President’s Rule in a State. Discuss with Reference to Recent Developments.(250 words).
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4. Consider the following statements on International Solar Alliance:
1. It is a collaborative initiative between India and the United States of America.
2. International Solar Alliance (ISA) hosted the first International Solar Festival.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
2. Consider the following statements on Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM):
1. It aims to eliminate open defecation and improve solid waste management.
2. The post-SBM period in India exhibited accelerated reductions in infant and child mortality.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 .
Focus : Budget 2025 -2026 ; Highlights for Scientific Research
Ref : A gift horse’s teeth; Higher allocations are not enough to boost scientific research ; The Hindu 10 Feb 2025.
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MAINS MODEL Q&A:
Discuss the types of jobs India must create to achieve the goal of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. How can the government ensure that these jobs are climate-resilient, AI-resilient, and aspiration-centric? (250 words).
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Focus : Transfer of funds - Federal Disputes over PM SHRI Schools - An Analysis
Ref : Transfer of T.N.’s PM-SHRI funds: Stalin condemns BJP for ‘punishing’ students ; The Hindu 10 Feb 2025.
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Focus ; National Commission on Safaikaramcharis - An Analysis
Ref : Cabinet extends tenure of safai karamchari commission by 3 years ; The Hindu Dt 07 Feb 2025.
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4. Consider the following statements on the role of women in Indian police:
1. The Indian Police Policy mandates the reservation for women to 33 percentage.
2. In horizontal reservation, women are moved up in the list to fill any vacancies that are not filled by women on merit.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2