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Explain how the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) can be used as a tool for assessing the fiscal performance of states in India. In what way would it encourage the states to adopt prudent and sustainable fiscal policies?

Q.11: Explain how the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) can be used as a tool for assessing the fiscal performance of states in India. In what way would it encourage the states to adopt prudent and sustainable fiscal policies? (15 Marks,...

The Government of India recently stated that Left Wing Extremism (LWE) will be eliminated by 2026. What do you understand by LWE and how are the people affected by it? What measures have been taken by the government to eliminate LWE?

Q10. The Government of India recently stated that Left Wing Extremism (LWE) will be eliminated by 2026. What do you understand by LWE and how are the people affected by it? What measures have been taken by the government to...

Terrorism is a global scourge. How has it manifested in India? Elaborate with contemporary examples. What are the counter measures adopted by the State? Explain

Q9. Terrorism is a global scourge. How has it manifested in India? Elaborate with contemporary examples. What are the counter measures adopted by the State? Explain.(10 Marks,150 Words) Approach Introduce with the Terrorism as a global scourge and vulnerability of...

Seawater intrusion in the coastal aquifers is a major concern in India. What are the causes and the remedial measures to combat this hazard?

Q8. Seawater intrusion in the coastal aquifers is a major concern in India. What are the causes and the remedial measures to combat this hazard? (10 Marks, 150 Words) Approach Begin with a concise definition of seawater intrusion and India’s...

What is Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS)? What is the potential role of CCUS in tackling climate change?

Q.7. What is Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS)? What is the potential role of CCUS in tackling climate change? (10 Marks, 150 Words) Approach Begin by defining Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) and its importance as identified by...

How can India achieve energy independence through clean technology by 2047? How can biotechnology play a crucial role in this endeavour?

Q6. How can India achieve energy independence through clean technology by 2047? How can biotechnology play a crucial role in this endeavour? (150 Words) Approach Begin with India’s high energy import dependence and the 2047 energy independence goal, then outline...

The fusion energy programme in India has steadily evolved over the past few decades. Mention India’s contributions to the international fusion energy project – International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER). What will be the implications of the success of this project for the future of global energy?

Q5. The fusion energy programme in India has steadily evolved over the past few decades. Mention India’s contributions to the international fusion energy project – International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER). What will be the implications of the success of this...

Elaborate the scope and significance of supply chain management of agricultural commodities in India.

Q4. Elaborate the scope and significance of supply chain management of agricultural commodities in India. (150 Words) Approach Begin with a brief definition of Agricultural Supply Chain Management (SCM) as the end-to-end coordination of farm produce from input supply to...

Explain the factors influencing the decision of the farmers on the selection of high value crops in India.

Q3. Explain the factors influencing the decision of the farmers on the selection of high value crops in India. Approach Begin with the rising importance of high-value crops (HVCs) in India’s agriculture. Explain factors influencing farmers’ choices: profitability, demand shifts,...

What are the challenges before the Indian economy when the world is moving away from free trade and multilateralism to protectionism and bilateralism? How can these challenges be met?

Q2. What are the challenges before the Indian economy when the world is moving away from free trade and multilateralism to protectionism and bilateralism? How can these challenges be met? (10 Marks, 150 Words) Approach Introduction with UNCTAD and WTO...