Daily Mains Question

“Political leadership, public financing, partnerships, and people’s participation have been instrumental in the success of various national programs in India.” Analyze.

Why? 4Ps – political leadership, public financing, partnerships and people’s participation were declared as India’s formula for achieving developmental results at Mahatma Gandhi International Sanitation Conference (MGISC) held in Delhi in October 2018. Approach: Introduce your answer by briefly outline the 4P model’s impact on India’s national programs like Swachh Bharat Mission. In the main […]

“Political leadership, public financing, partnerships, and people’s participation have been instrumental in the success of various national programs in India.” Analyze. Read More »

Analyze the causes of the decline in private Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) in India, its impact on economic growth, and assess government initiatives to revive private investment.

Why? The failure of private investment, as measured by private Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF), to pick up pace has been one of the major issues plaguing the Indian economy. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining Private GFCF as net investment by the private sector in fixed assets crucial for expanding economic capacity, enhancing productivity,

Analyze the causes of the decline in private Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) in India, its impact on economic growth, and assess government initiatives to revive private investment. Read More »

“While EVMs are praised for their efficiency and reliability, concerns about their susceptibility to tampering persist.” Discuss the major benefits and ongoing concerns associated with the use of EVMs in Indian elections and outline the measures necessary to enhance electoral transparency.

Why? The Supreme Court has decided to hear petitions seeking 100% cross-verification of the VVPAT slips with the vote count as per EVMs. Approach: Introduce your answer by mentioning the EVMs’ role in modernizing India’s electoral process while acknowledging persistent security concerns. In the main body, discuss benefits associated with EVMs like eliminating invalid votes,

“While EVMs are praised for their efficiency and reliability, concerns about their susceptibility to tampering persist.” Discuss the major benefits and ongoing concerns associated with the use of EVMs in Indian elections and outline the measures necessary to enhance electoral transparency. Read More »

With its digital public infrastructure (DPI) initiative, India has pioneered the use of technology for inclusion. Discuss.

Why? India offers valuable lessons on how countries can make use of the digital economy for growth, inclusion, and poverty reduction and the World Bank is sharing the lessons of India’s DPI journey with other countries. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining inclusion and its significance in ensuring equitable access and integration into the economy

With its digital public infrastructure (DPI) initiative, India has pioneered the use of technology for inclusion. Discuss. Read More »

India’s policy towards the Arctic has undergone a shift in recent years. Analyze the factors driving this change and discuss the potential benefits associated with India’s growing engagement in the region.

Why? In March 2024, India’s first winter experience at the Arctic came to a successful end. While the Indian Government seems keen to benefit from seabed mining and resource exploitation in the Arctic, it ought to unequivocally back a sustainable mode of extraction. Approach: Introduce your answer by mentioning India’s evolving Arctic policy from initial

India’s policy towards the Arctic has undergone a shift in recent years. Analyze the factors driving this change and discuss the potential benefits associated with India’s growing engagement in the region. Read More »

“A transformation of the food systems is essential to meet the challenges of India’s projected population growth and climate change impacts by 2047.” Discuss.

Why? The next government must focus on fixing India’s food systems – raising productivity in agriculture, scaling up processing and retailing, and facilitating the adoption of new technologies. Approach: Introduce your answer by highlighting the urgency of transforming India’s food systems due to escalating challenges from population growth and climate change. In the main body,

“A transformation of the food systems is essential to meet the challenges of India’s projected population growth and climate change impacts by 2047.” Discuss. Read More »

“Analyze the role of the Lakshadweep and Andaman and Nicobar Islands in strengthening India’s maritime security in the Indo-Pacific. Evaluate the effectiveness of the initiatives taken to safeguard these strategic assets.”

Why? India is upgrading strategic military infra including the modernisation of airfields and jetties, enhancement of logistics and storage capacities in Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Approach: Introduce by highlighting the strategic location of the Lakshadweep and Andaman and Nicobar Islands and their importance in India’s maritime security. In Main body write about strategic significance of

“Analyze the role of the Lakshadweep and Andaman and Nicobar Islands in strengthening India’s maritime security in the Indo-Pacific. Evaluate the effectiveness of the initiatives taken to safeguard these strategic assets.” Read More »

Explain the concept of invasive alien species with examples from both flora and fauna in India. Analyze the implications of their spread and outline strategies to mitigate these risks.

Why? The Andaman and Nicobar Islands administration has requested help from the Wildlife Institute of India to manage the invasive chital population on Ross Island, threatening the local ecosystem. Approach: Introduce your answer by deefining invasive alien species (IAS) and their impact on biodiversity and ecosystems. In the main body, list examples of IAS in

Explain the concept of invasive alien species with examples from both flora and fauna in India. Analyze the implications of their spread and outline strategies to mitigate these risks. Read More »

Explain the concept of ‘One Health’ and its relevance in addressing emerging infectious diseases. Analyze how the recently launched ‘National One Health Mission’ strengthens India’s capacity to respond to disease outbreaks and improve overall pandemic preparedness.

Why? The Union Cabinet has approved the creation of a post of director of the National Institute for One Health, who will also serve as the mission director for the ‘National One Health Mission’. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining “One Health” as the integrative approach linking human, animal, and environmental health. In the main

Explain the concept of ‘One Health’ and its relevance in addressing emerging infectious diseases. Analyze how the recently launched ‘National One Health Mission’ strengthens India’s capacity to respond to disease outbreaks and improve overall pandemic preparedness. Read More »

Examine the contributions of the Supreme Court in the constitutionalization of environmental issues in India citing relevant case laws.

Why? In a case relating to the conservation of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB), the Supreme Court has ruled that people have a “right to be free from the adverse effects of climate change”, which should be recognised by Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution. Approach: Introduce your answer by outlining that

Examine the contributions of the Supreme Court in the constitutionalization of environmental issues in India citing relevant case laws. Read More »

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