Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Jan 2025 05:34

MAINS MODEL Q&A

Discuss the gender disparity in India’s workforce and the economic implications of women's underrepresentation in the labour market. Critically analyse the case for introducing a 50% reservation for women in government jobs as a potential solution. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jan 2025 01:20

5. Consider the following statements on India's nuclear program:
1. It is a five-stage plan to use nuclear power to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels.
2. India is not a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jan 2025 01:20

3. Consider the following statements on Criminalisation of politics:
1. The prevalence of Criminalisation in politics is lower after the post-LPG when compared to the pre-LPG era.
2. Election candidates can only be disqualified upon conviction and not upon the framing of criminal charges.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jan 2025 01:19

1. Consider the following statements on Regional Rural Banks (RRBs):
1. These are Government owned banks providing banking and financial services to rural and semi-urban areas.
2. The concept of Priority sector lending is not applicable to RRB.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 18:12

Focus ; Prevelance of Manual Scavenging practice and Death of Sanitation Workers ; An Analysis

Ref : NHRC concerned at death of sanitation workers despite steps to eradicate manual scavenging ; The Hindu Dated 06 Jan 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 11:01

4. Consider the following statements:
1. ASEAN is the largest trading partner of India.
2. The ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) is a free trade agreement (FTA) that aims to liberalize tariffs on over 100% of products traded between the two regions.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 11:00

2. Consider the following statements on Nutrition in India:
1. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) has been extended with around Rs 12 lakh crore to increase the ambit of food security in India.
2. All the Fair Price Shops have been transferred into Jan Poshan Kendras.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 08:43

Focus :UGC's Draft Regulations on Appointment and Selection Process ; An Analysis

Ref : UGC’s new draft guidelines give powers to Chancellors to constitute panel to appoint Vice-Chancellors ;The Hindu Dt 06 Jan 2025.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

07 Jan 2025 17:33

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

07 Jan 2025 05:05

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss the potential of India as a global skill supplier in light of changing global trends and migration policies. Highlight the challenges and suggest a roadmap to achieve this objective. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jan 2025 04:45

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Analyse the key challenges impacting the effective functioning of India's Parliament. How have frequent disruptions contributed to the weakening of democratic norms in India? Discuss the implications of these issues for the country's governance and the long-term sustainability of its democratic system (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jan 2025 02:02

4. Consider the following statements on Directorate General of Quality Assurance:
1. It is an inter-service organisation under the Department of Defence Production in the Ministry of Defence. 
2. It is responsible for quality assurance of all imported defence equipment only.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jan 2025 01:10

2. Consider the following statements on Lateral entry recruitment in Government services:
1. The candidates are typically hired on permanent basis.
2. The Second Administrative Reforms Commission recommended the lateral entry in Government services.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

05 Jan 2025 04:32

Focus : CBI and State Consent - SC Verdict ; An Analysis

Ref : ‘CBI doesn’t need state consent to register FIR against Centre’s officials’ ; The New Indian Express Dt 04 th Jan 2025.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

04 Jan 2025 07:34

Focus ; National Commission For Women- Ensuring Social Security and Justice- An Analysis

Ref : Anna University sexual assault case: NCW fact-finding committee begins probe; The Hindu Dt 31 Dec 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jan 2025 17:00

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Critically analyse the systemic challenges and barriers faced by marginalized communities in accessing the Public Distribution System (PDS). Evaluate the broader implications of these issues for the implementation of India’s National Food Security Act (NFSA) and the country's pursuit of food justice. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jan 2025 01:20

4. Consider the following statements on International Criminal Court:
1. It investigates and where warranted, tries individuals charged with the gravest crimes of concern to the international community.
2. India is a signatory the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jan 2025 01:19

2. Consider the following statements on Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR):
1. It was established after the green revolution.
2. It is the apex body for co-ordinating, guiding and managing research and education in agriculture including horticulture, fisheries and animal sciences in the entire country.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Jan 2025 04:34

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Examine the functioning of the Collegium system in India, highlighting its evolution, strengths, weaknesses, and the potential reforms necessary to ensure an independent judiciary. Discuss the implications of the recent changes made to the Collegium process and the constitutional challenges it faces. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 11:02

5. With which of the following country does India have the 2+2 Dialogue?

a. France
b. Japan
c. South Korea
d. Brazil

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 11:01

3. Consider the following statements on the status of Polio in India:
1. India is yet to introduce the inactivated polio vaccine (IPV).
2. India switched in 2016 from trivalent to bivalent oral polio vaccine.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 10:59

1. Consider the following statements on Child Welfare Committees:

1. It was established under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.
2. The Committee shall function as a Bench of Magistrates and is the final authority in cases of child care.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jan 2025 04:32

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

How does digital transformation enhance governance in India, and what are the key challenges in realizing its full potential? (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

07 Jan 2025 07:13

Focus :Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules

Ref : Stakeholders to be given adequate time for compliance with Digital Personal Data Protection Act: Centre; The Hindu Dt 05 Jan 2025.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jan 2025 13:34

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Examine the nature of judicial dissent in the Indian judiciary. How does it differ from the dissent in the U.S. Supreme Court? Discuss with relevant examples from Indian case law. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jan 2025 02:03

5. Consider the following statements on Union Public Service Commission:
1. Nearly as may be one-half of the members of the commission shall be persons who hold public office for at least ten years.
2. A person who holds office as a member of a Public Service is ineligible for reappointment.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jan 2025 02:01

3. The RISE accelerator is a bilateral program by India and which of the following country?

a. France
b. Australia
c. Russia
d. United States of America

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jan 2025 01:10

1. Consider the following statements on Global South:
1. It is a formal bloc having its secretariat at the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.
2. India is hosting the Voice of Global south summit.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

05 Jan 2025 02:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Critically examine the key challenges faced by India in safeguarding its democratic values, social harmony, and freedoms 75 years after Independence. Discuss these challenges with relevant examples (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Jan 2025 19:01

Focus ; NIA Court and Its Functions; An Analysis

Ref : NIA court convicts 28 people for Chandan Gupta murder during 2018 Tiranga Yatra ; The Hindu 02 Jan 2025.

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