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Explain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narco-terrorism

Introduction- Define Narco terrorism and explain the threats of narco terrorism in various dimensions. Narco-terrorism refers to the convergence of drug trafficking and terrorism, where drug trade profits are used to fund terrorist activities. Body This phenomenon has emerged as...

What role do environmental NGOs and activities play in influencing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outcomes for major projects in India? Cite four examples with all the important details

Introduction Environmental NGOs act as watchdogs, playing a pivotal role in shaping Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outcomes for major projects in India, ensuring environmental sustainability and social responsibility by ensuring transparent process, public participation and that the projects are environmentally...

What is the technology being employed for electronic toll collection on highways? What are the advantages and limitations? What are the proposed changes that will make this process seamless? Would this transaction carry any potential hazards?

Introduction You can start your answer by mentioning the need and the current technology that are being employed in electronic toll collection. Electronic toll collection (ETC) systems on highways are designed to automate toll payments using advanced technology, making the...

What is the present world scenario of intellectual property rights with respect to life materials? Although India is second in the world to file patents, still only a few have been commercialized. Explain the reasons behind this lesser commercialization

Introduction: You can start your answer with the Meaning of Intellectual Property right You can put India’s Position in global IPR filing  Present Scenario of IPR in Life Materials The global landscape of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in life materials...

What were the factors responsible for the successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of the country? Elaborat

Introduction Post-independence, India remained a highly inegalitarian agrarian economy. Therefore, land reforms were initiated by the post-colonial government to ensure socio-economic justice by ending the unequal and exploitative land relations between rich landowners and destitute peasants.  OR Land Reforms usually...

Examine the pattern and trend of public expenditure on social services in the post-reforms period in India. To what extent has this been in consonance with achieving the objective of inclusive growth?

Introduction According to OECD, Inclusive growth is economic growth that is distributed fairly across society and creates opportunities for all.  On the other hand, sustainability encompasses the idea of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of...

Discuss the geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Maldives for India with a focus on global trade and/energy flows. Further also discuss how this relationship affects India’s maritime security and regional stability amidst international competition ?

Maldives holds strategic importance for India 'Neighbourhood First' policy due to its location in the Indian Ocean. As maritime economic activity in the Indian Ocean has risen dramatically in recent decades, the geopolitical competition too in the Indian Ocean has...

‘Terrorism has become a significant threat to global peace and security’. Evaluate the effectiveness of the United Nations Security Council’s Counter Terrorism Committee (CIC) and its associated bodies in addressing and mitigating this threat at the international level

Terrorism is the unlawful use of violence by non-state actors or individuals to instill fear or intimidate governments or societies in pursuit of political, ideological, religious, or social goals. According to Global Terrorism Index 2024, In 2023, deaths from terrorism...

E-governance is not just about the routine application of digital technology in service delivery processes. It is as much about multifarious interactions for ensuring transparency and accountability. In this context, evaluate the role of the ‘Interactive Service Model’ of e-governance.

Introduction You can start your answer by explaining e-governance. E-governance involves using digital technologies to improve government services and communication with citizens, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accountability.  E.g. India’s DigiLocker system allows digital access to important documents, reducing paperwork. You...

In a crucial domain like the public healthcare system, the Indian State should play a vital role to contain the adverse impact of marketization of the system. Suggest some measures through which the State can enhance the reach of public healthcare at the grassroots level

Introduction  You can start by stating that private healthcare, accounts for around 70% of healthcare utilization in the country→ increasing marketization of healthcare, with an over-reliance on private providers, has raised concerns about access, affordability, and equity. Body Adverse impact...