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General Studies – 1

Q1. What are air masses? How do they impact the weather conditions of any region? Explain with examples. 10M

Q2. Rivers, glaciers, and wind are powerful agents of erosion. Examine their roles in modifying landscapes and creating distinctive landforms. 15M

General Studies – 2

Q3. India’s demographic dividend can only be realized if its workforce is educated, skilled, and innovative. Discuss the government initiatives aimed at improving the productivity and employability of the population in this context. (150 words)

Q4. The Ukraine crisis is not a distant event; it poses significant challenges and far-reaching consequences for India’s foreign policy and strategic interests. Analyse this statement in light of India’s position on the Ukraine crisis. (250 words)

General Studies – 3

Q5: Why is the anticipated rate cut by the US Federal Reserve drawing global attention? What implications could it have for economies like India? (15M)

Q6. “To what extent should the rights of future generations guide current climate policies, and how can legal obligations be structured to ensure a sustainable future? Discuss.” (250 words)

Q7: Examine how the recent development of a brain-inspired analogue computing platform can revolutionize AI hardware and its potential implications for AI tasks on personal devices. (15M)

Q8: How has India’s compliance with FATF recommendations strengthened its internal security framework, particularly in combating terror financing and illicit financial flows? Analyze the broader implications of this compliance for national security. (15M)

General Studies – 4

Q9. Examine the importance of tolerance in maintaining the communal fabric of a society. How can ethical values be nurtured to strengthen social cohesion in times of communal discord? [10M, 150words]

Q10. You are the Superintendent of Police (SP) in Nawada district, Bihar, where a violent attack on a Dalit hamlet took place. The attack, allegedly orchestrated by a land mafia, resulted in 34 houses being set on fire in Krishna Nagar village. The land mafia, in large numbers, fired rounds to intimidate the villagers, who belong mostly to the Manihi community. The violence has left the village in panic, with many families losing their homes and possessions. After arresting individuals involved, including the main accused. However, as the investigation unfolds, you uncover political links that suggest some local politicians have been protecting the land mafia in exchange for bribes and political support. There are allegations that certain police officers may have been complicit, allowing the mafia to operate unchecked in the region. This nexus between the mafia, politicians, and possibly law enforcement is obstructing justice and fueling further unrest among the local community. As SP, you are tasked with maintaining law and order, ensuring justice for the victims, and breaking the cycle of corruption and violence perpetuated by the land mafia. However, political pressure mounts, as influential leaders warn you to tread carefully, citing possible career repercussions if you pursue the mafia too aggressively. At the same time, you are acutely aware of the responsibility to protect vulnerable communities from exploitation.

In the given situation, answer the following: [20M]

Identify the ethical issues involved in the given case.

What will be your course of action to enforce the rule of law in the situation?

What role should law enforcement play in protecting marginalized communities, such as the Dalits, from exploitation by powerful groups like the land mafia?

Difficulty level: Medium

Reference: The Hindu

Context: A Dalit hamlet was at- tacked Wednesday night, and at least 34 houses were set on fire by alleged land mafia at Krishna Nagar village under Mufassil Police station in Bihar’s Nawada district. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Begin by giving context or quote relevant to case study. Body: First, identify the stakeholders in the case and then write the ethical issues involved in the case. Then, explain what will be your course of action in the case. You can write immediate action and long-term action both. Then, explain the role of the enforcement agency in protecting the marginalized from the land mafia. Conclusion: Conclude the answer using ethical philosophy.

Context:

A Dalit hamlet was at- tacked Wednesday night, and at least 34 houses were set on fire by alleged land mafia at Krishna Nagar village under Mufassil Police station in Bihar’s Nawada district.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: Begin by giving context or quote relevant to case study.

Body:

First, identify the stakeholders in the case and then write the ethical issues involved in the case.

Then, explain what will be your course of action in the case. You can write immediate action and long-term action both.

Then, explain the role of the enforcement agency in protecting the marginalized from the land mafia.