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General Studies – 1
Q1. Analyse India’s role in the Non-Aligned Movement during the Cold War. How does India’s stance in contemporary multipolar geopolitics reflect continuity or departure from NAM’s principles? (15 M)
Q2. The food crisis of the 1960s was not merely an agrarian challenge but a test of India’s economic sovereignty. Assess how the Green Revolution altered India’s developmental trajectory. (10 M)
General Studies – 2
Q3. “The effectiveness of anti-corruption institutions lies in enforcement outcomes, not in the volume of cases registered”. In the light of the CVC’s 2025 report, critically examine the systemic challenges in timely investigation and trial of corruption cases in India. (15 M)
Q4. Mental health is no longer a private matter but a global public good. Analyse this statement in light of WHO’s latest findings. Suggest measures for India to embed this approach in public health. (10 M)
Q5. “The 50% ceiling on caste-based reservations is a judicially evolved principle rather than a constitutional mandate”. Critically examine its contemporary relevance. What would be the implications of breaching this cap, and what reforms are needed to strike a balance between equality and social justice? (15 M)
General Studies – 3
Q6. Agriculture in India is increasingly seen as a stressful, loss-making occupation.” Examine the structural reasons for this perception. Suggest measures to make farming an aspirational livelihood. (10 M)
Q7. Discuss the structural features of India’s gig economy and the factors shaping its growth. Analyse its contribution to India’s economic development. Suggest suitable measures to address the vulnerabilities and insecurities faced by gig workers. (15 M)
Q8. How do indirect tax reforms influence household consumption behaviour? Analyse their role in stimulating private investment. Suggest policy safeguards to balance growth with fiscal stability. (15 M)
General Studies – 4
Q9. “The real test of ethics in public administration lies in handling conflicts between competing rights”. How can administrators balance community safety with humane governance? (10 M)
Q10. Examine the ethical dilemmas arising when perceptions of harm conflict with objective facts. How should administrators respond? (10 M)
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