[ Day 15 – July 17, 2024] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – GS 1

75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – GS 1

GS1. Examine the significance of the Vaikom Satyagraha in the struggle for civil rights and social justice in India. 10M

Key demand of the question To write about the significance of Vaikom Satyagraha. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Begin by giving context. Body: Write about the Vaikom Satyagraha– a peaceful civil rights movement led by Mahatma Gandhi, aimed to challenge the practice of untouchability, committed to nonviolence and were able to overcome the opposition through their peaceful protests and demonstrations. Next, write about the significance of the above and its legacy. Conclusion Conclude by summarising.

Key demand of the question

To write about the significance of Vaikom Satyagraha.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction:

Begin by giving context.

• Write about the Vaikom Satyagraha– a peaceful civil rights movement led by Mahatma Gandhi, aimed to challenge the practice of untouchability, committed to nonviolence and were able to overcome the opposition through their peaceful protests and demonstrations.

• Next, write about the significance of the above and its legacy.

Conclusion

Conclude by summarising.

Q2. How do taboos and myths surrounding menstruation impact women’s socio-cultural participation in India? What steps can be taken to challenge these norms and promote inclusivity? 15M

Key demand of the question To identify and explain how taboos and myths surrounding menstruation affect women’s participation in socio-cultural activities in India and to propose steps to challenge these norms and enhance inclusivity. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Introduce the topic of menstruation-related taboos and myths in India, briefly explaining their prevalence and impact on women’s lives. Body: Firstly, discuss the impact of taboos and myths surrounding menstruation – social exclusion, educational barriers, health implications, economic disadvantages etc. Next, write the steps to challenge menstruation-related norms and promote Inclusivity – Educational awareness, improving menstrual hygiene management. Policy and Legal Interventions- such as tax exemptions on sanitary products. Promoting inclusive education- involving both genders. Promoting engagement and dialogue among men and women to break down taboos and foster understanding. Conclusion Conclude with a call for collective action to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for women.

Key demand of the question

To identify and explain how taboos and myths surrounding menstruation affect women’s participation in socio-cultural activities in India and to propose steps to challenge these norms and enhance inclusivity.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction:

Introduce the topic of menstruation-related taboos and myths in India, briefly explaining their prevalence and impact on women’s lives.

• Firstly, discuss the impact of taboos and myths surrounding menstruation – social exclusion, educational barriers, health implications, economic disadvantages etc.

• Next, write the steps to challenge menstruation-related norms and promote Inclusivity – Educational awareness, improving menstrual hygiene management. Policy and Legal Interventions- such as tax exemptions on sanitary products. Promoting inclusive education- involving both genders. Promoting engagement and dialogue among men and women to break down taboos and foster understanding.

• Educational awareness,

• improving menstrual hygiene management.

• Policy and Legal Interventions- such as tax exemptions on sanitary products.

• Promoting inclusive education- involving both genders.

• Promoting engagement and dialogue among men and women to break down taboos and foster understanding.

Conclusion

Conclude with a call for collective action to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for women.

ETHICS

Q3. Discuss the importance of cultivating a service-oriented attitude in civil servants. [10M, 150words]

Key Demand of question: Discuss the significance of having service service-oriented attitude in public life. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Start with the definition of Attitude. Body: An attitude is “a relatively enduring organization of beliefs, feelings, and behavioural tendencies towards socially significant objects, groups, events or symbols”. Write about the importance of having a service-oriented attitude. Then discuss briefly how lacking service service-oriented attitude is a threat. At last, write a few ways in which such an attitude of service can be inculcated. Conclusion: Conclude by summarizing the above content.

Key Demand of question:

Discuss the significance of having service service-oriented attitude in public life.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: Start with the definition of Attitude.

Body:

• An attitude is “a relatively enduring organization of beliefs, feelings, and behavioural tendencies towards socially significant objects, groups, events or symbols”.

• Write about the importance of having a service-oriented attitude.

• Then discuss briefly how lacking service service-oriented attitude is a threat.

• At last, write a few ways in which such an attitude of service can be inculcated.