Answer the following questions in 150 words:
General Studies – 1
1. Elaborate upon the features of Nagara style of architecture. Throw light on the essential attributes of Kalinga sub-style of Nagara architecture. (150 words, 10 marks)
2. Critically examine the limitations of the Indian model of secularism? Do you think that there should be changes to the model to accommodate changing needs of the society? (150 words, 10 marks)
3. Political inaction on the issue of communalism leads to deterioration of the social fabric of our country. Evaluate the statement in the light of recent events. (150 words, 10 marks)
General Studies – 2
4. Critically analyse the role that the Dam Safety Act, 2021, will play in addressing the issues concerning the safety of major dams all over the country. (150 words, 10 marks)
5. Examine the factors behind increasing cases of farmer suicides. What are the policy measures that are needed to prevent them? (150 words, 10 marks)
6. The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCD) is enormous on the health care system of the nation. Analyse the role that AYUSH can play in addressing the issue of burgeoning NCDs. (150 words, 10 marks)
General Studies – 3
7. Food processing industry in India is increasingly seen as a potential source for driving the rural economy as it brings about synergy between the consumer, industry and agriculture. Elaborate. (150 words, 10 marks)
8. Examine as to why despite high growth rate and good prospects, the MSMEs have faced certain constraints that have obstructed its way of achieving its true potential. (150 words, 10 marks)
9. Harnessing green hydrogen’s potential will play a key role in tackling critical energy challenges and also in ensuring non-fossil fuel-based energy. Discuss. (150 words, 10 marks)
10. Noise pollution is a growing problem which impacts both human health and the environment. Examine. What steps are needed to check noise pollution in India? (150 words, 10 marks)
Answer the following questions in 250 words:
General Studies – 1
11. A regime of social security must be installed to meet the basic needs of migrant workers with strategic policy guidance for inter-State coordination. Comment. (250 words, 15 marks)
12. Groundwater plays a major role in both hydrologic and human systems. The existing approach for utilising groundwater is flawed and unsustainable. Hence, there is need to have a new paradigm for groundwater management. Discuss. (250 words, 15 marks)
13. Marital rape has no place in modern social jurisprudence and is inconsistent with the constitutional rights of women. It is long overdue to criminalise martial rape in India. Critically analyse. (250 words, 15 marks)
General Studies – 2
14. Criminal Procedure (Identification) Bill, 2022 which provides legal sanction for police to obtain physical and biological samples of convicts and detainees for making investigation of crime more efficient and expeditious raises concerns about privacy and misuse. Critically analyse. (250 words, 15 marks)
15. Examine the issues that have hindered the performance and autonomy of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the role of judiciary in ensuring that CBI does not act as a “caged parrot”. (250 words, 15 marks)
16. The relaxation of AFSPA is welcome, but gradual efforts should be made towards its repeal by ensuring that law and order is maintained by normal means in disturbed areas. Examine. (250 words, 15 marks)
General Studies – 3
17. Tariff competitiveness offered by the solar and wind power projects are major factor determining its profitability and extent of investment in it. Discuss the steps that are needed to ensure tariff competitiveness of solar and wind power. (250 words, 15 marks)
18. What is metaverse? Discuss the potential applications of metaverse. What are factors that needs to be considered for creation of a seamless and accessible metaverse ecosystem in India? (250 words, 15 marks)
19. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has to carefully balance the recovery phase of economic growth and manage rising inflationary tendencies in the uncertain geopolitical climate. Examine. (250 words, 15 marks)
20. Analyse the potential of hydroelectric power in meeting India’s energy security targets? What are the associated risks which affect hydro power generation? (250 words, 15 marks)
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