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‘Probity is essential for an effective system of governance and socio-economic development.’ Discuss.

Q5(b). ‘Probity is essential for an effective system of governance and  socio-economic development.' Discuss. Introduction Effective system of governance and socio-economic development are intricately linked to each other in a developing and welfare state like India. Probity ensures that these...

Is conscience a more reliable guide when compared to laws, rules and regulations in the context of ethical decision making? Discuss.

Q.5 (a) Is conscience a more reliable guide when compared to laws, rules and regulations in the context of ethical decision making? Discuss. (10m) Theory Introduction:  Mahatma Gandhi once famously asserted, "There is a higher court than courts of justice,...

“What really matters for  success, character, happiness and lifelong achievements is a definite set of emotional skills – your EQ – not just purely cognitive abilities that are measured by conventional IQ tests. Do you agree with this view? Give reasons in support of your answer. (10m) Theory

Q4 (a). "What really matters for  success, character, happiness and lifelong achievements is a definite set of emotional skills - your EQ - not just purely cognitive abilities that are measured by conventional IQ tests. Do you agree with this...

What were the major teachings of Guru Nanak? Explain their relevance in the contemporary world

Q6(a). What were the major teachings of Guru Nanak? Explain their relevance in the contemporary world. (10m) - Theory Introduction Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh religion was a great poet, an eminent philosopher, a notable humanist, and a...

Most of the unemployment in India is structural in nature. Examine the methodology adopted to compute unemployment in the country and suggest improvements.

Q11. Most of the unemployment in India is structural in nature. Examine the methodology adopted to compute unemployment in the country and suggest improvements. (15m) Economy Introduction Structural unemployment is a category of  involuntary unemployment caused by differences between the...

Give out the major sources of terror funding in India and the efforts being made to curtail these sources. In the light of this, also discuss the aim and objective of the No Money for Terror (NMPT Conference recently held at New Delhi in November 2022.

Q20. Give out the major sources of terror funding in India and the efforts being made to curtail these sources. In the light of this, also discuss the aim and objective of the No Money for Terror (NMPT Conference recently...

What are the internal security challenges being faced by India? Give out the role of Central Intelligence and Investigative Agencies tasked to counter such threats.

Q19. What are the internal security challenges being faced by India? Give out the role of Central Intelligence and Investigative Agencies tasked to counter such threats. (15m) - Internal Security Introduction India is facing constant security threats both internally and...

What is the main task of India’s third moon mission which could not be achieved in its earlier mission? List the countries that have achieved this task. Introduce the subsystems in the spacecraft launched and explain the role of the Virtual Launch Control Centre’ at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre which contributed to the successful launch from Sriharikota.

Q16. What is the main task of India's third moon mission which could not be achieved in its earlier mission? List the countries that have achieved this task. Introduce the subsystems in the spacecraft launched and explain the role of...

Winning of ‘Hearts and Minds’ in terrorism-affected areas is an essential step in restoring the trust of the population. Discuss the measures adopted by the Government in this respect as part of the conflict resolution in Jammu and Kashmir.

Q9. Winning of 'Hearts and Minds' in terrorism-affected areas is an essential step in restoring the trust of the population. Discuss the measures adopted by the Government in this respect as part of the conflict resolution in Jammu and Kashmir....

What is oil pollution? What are its impacts on the marine ecosystem? In what way is oil pollution particularly harmful for a country like India?

Q8. What is oil pollution? What are its impacts on the marine ecosystem? In what way is oil pollution particularly harmful for a country like India? (10m) - Environment & DM Introduction Oil pollution occurs when the liquid form of...