Mains Marathon

Day 45: Full Length Test GS 4

Day 45: Full Length Test GS 3 

Day 44: Full Length Test GS 2

Day 44: Full Length Test GS I 

Day 43: Write two essays, choosing one topic from each of the Sections A and B, in about 1000-1200 words each:

Day 42: The use of animals in the drug-testing process is a controversial issue that involves serious ethical concerns. What are the alternative methods available to reduce or replace animal testing? Suggest some measures to ensure ethical standards and humane treatment of animals in scientific experiments. (150 words) 

Day 42: Climate change is affecting the physical and biological properties of the world’s oceans in various ways. Discuss the major impacts of climate change on ocean waters and marine ecosystems and suggest some measures to mitigate them. (250 words) 

Day 42: The Indian diaspora is one of the largest and most influential in the world. Discuss the various dimensions of its significance for India and the challenges it faces in its engagement with the homeland. (250 words)

Day 42: Examine the role of plate tectonics in the occurrence of earthquakes and the formation of various types of seismic zones across the world. (250 words) 

Day 41: You serve as a Deputy Director in the Enforcement Department, and you receive an order from the Finance Secretary to conduct a raid on a politician from the opposition party. Upon reviewing the documents, you uncover irregularities in the politician's bank transactions. Upon further investigation within your department, you discover that this politician has a history of being a habitual tax offender and that ongoing legal proceedings are already addressing these matters in court. After careful consideration, you conclude that pursuing the raid at this point would not yield significant benefits, as the legal process is already in motion, and it would consume valuable department resources. You have communicated your assessment to your superiors; however, they continue to pressure you to carry out the order to appease higher-ranking political authorities.

1. In this scenario consider the following questions:

2. What ethical dilemmas arise from being ordered to raid an opposition party politician despite ongoing legal proceedings?

3. What are the options available to you? Critically analyse.

Given the factors at play, what decision will you ultimately make in response to the order? (250 words)

Day 41: Analyze the potential of agroecological approaches, such as crop rotation and integrated pest management, to enhance soil suitability and contribute to climate-smart agriculture. (250 words)

Day 41: What mechanisms exist within the Indian Constitution to safeguard against hasty or arbitrary amendments that could undermine democratic principles or fundamental rights? (150 words)

Day 41: How has the emergence of regional political parties contributed to checks and balances in Indian democracy by providing alternative power centers and viewpoints? (150 words)

Day 40. What are the main causes of corruption in public service delivery? How can public servants prevent and combat corruption by adhering to ethical standards and values? (150 words)

Day 40. Explain the concept of superconductivity and its significance in modern technology. Provide examples of practical applications and highlight the advantages it offers. (150 words)