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General Studies – 1
Q1. “The Swadeshi movement marked the true beginning of mass nationalism in India”. Discuss how the movement evolved and contributed to shaping nationalist consciousness. Evaluate its ideological impact on the freedom struggle and the reasons for its eventual decline. (15 M)
Q2. Despite a high proportion of female STEM graduates, workforce participation remains dismal. Analyse this paradox. Suggest systemic changes to bridge this gap. (10 M)
General Studies – 2
Q3. The credibility of recruitment agencies depends not just on merit but also on institutional transparency. Identify the major challenges faced by State Public Service Commissions (SPSCs). Suggest reforms to enhance their efficiency and accountability. (10 M)
Q4. Discuss how preventive health strategies can reduce the fiscal burden on India’s health system. What institutional shifts are needed to prioritise prevention over cure? (10 M)
Q5. Examine the limitations of the consensus-based decision-making model under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Why has it failed to ensure timely and effective climate action? Suggest reforms to democratise global climate negotiations. (15 M)
General Studies – 3
Q6. The Plant Treaty’s proposed reforms risk reducing farmers to passive stakeholders in global seed governance. Explain how the dual-access model affects benefit-sharing. Examine the impact of Digital Sequence Information (DSI) on bio-sovereignty. Suggest institutional safeguards India must adopt. (15 M)
Q7. The three-front threat to India is not just a territorial issue but a convergence of ideological, technological, and political warfare. Analyse each front’s unique threat nature. Evaluate how India must tailor its doctrines. Suggest institutional reforms to manage concurrent escalation. (15 M)
Q8. Analyse the emerging challenges for India’s internal security in the aftermath of large-scale precision strikes across the border. How can India strengthen its preparedness against asymmetric retaliation and proxy threats? (10 M)
General Studies – 4
Q9. In public institutions, ethical erosion often manifests through neglect rather than overt corruption. Examine the implications of passive ethical misconduct. Suggest methods to institutionalise moral responsibility. (10 M)
Q10. “The major value in life is not what you get. The major value in life is what you become”. Do you agree with this statement? Justify your answer with suitable examples. (10 M)
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