Mains Marathon

Day 36: The concept of the blue economy opens up a new realm of economic opportunities with significant potential. In consideration of this statement, examine the importance of the blue economy and outline the measures India has undertaken to foster its growth. (250 words) 

Day 36: What are the key reasons behind the lack of effective waste management and sanitation systems in many Urban Local Bodies in India? (150 words) 

Day 36: Discuss the factors contributing to the mangrove forest decline and explore their crucial role in safeguarding coastal ecology. (150 words) 

Day 35: You are a doctor working in a government hospital in a remote area. The hospital is understaffed, under-equipped and overcrowded. You have to deal with many patients every day, some of whom suffer from serious and contagious diseases. You have a limited supply of medicines and resources, which forces you to make difficult choices regarding whom to treat and whom to refer to other hospitals. You also face pressure from some local politicians and influential people who want you to give preferential treatment to their relatives and supporters. You are committed to your profession and want to serve the people with honesty and integrity.

(a) How will you cope with these challenges?

(b) What are the ethical dilemmas involved in this case?

(c) What are the possible courses of action available to you, and discuss the merits and demerits of each option while justifying your chosen course of action?

Day 35: Discuss the salient features and objectives of the National Mission on Edible Oils - Oil Palm (NMEO-OP)? How will it help in reducing India’s dependence on imported edible oils. (150 words) 

Day 35: Discuss the significance and scope of Article 370 of the Constitution of India, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. How has the abrogation of this article in 2019 changed the political and legal landscape of the state? (250 words) 

Day 35: Discuss the major factors that led to the emergence of regional parties in India since independence. How have they influenced the national politics and governance in the post-independence period? (250 words) 

Day 34: Why in professional spheres, practicing probity serves as a moral compass in guiding decisions and actions towards the right path? (150 words) 

Day 34: ISRO has bolstered India's status as a significant space power in recent times. Discuss how can India use its space power to meet its twin objective of commercial gain and meeting national interests. (250 words) 

Day 34: To address the challenges within BRICS nations, India needs to take a progressive stride by shedding any rigid ideologies. Analyse. (250 words) 

Day 34: How have modern influences impacted the traditional aspects of Indian folk dances? Discuss with examples. (150 words) 

Day 33: The essence of Buddha's teachings lies in the Middle Path, a principle applicable across various facets of existence. Elaborate with examples. (150 words) 

Day 33: In what ways could the Vibrant Village Program contribute to strengthening India's capacity to manage border regions characterized by challenging hilly terrain? (250 words)

Day 33: Write the key provisions and the potential challenges in enforcing the provisions of the Surrogacy Act 2021 across diverse cultural, economic, and geographical contexts within India. (250 words) 

Day 33: Considering the susceptibility of Andaman and Nicobar Island, how has the potential impact of the recently proposed development project on Great Nicobar's vulnerability been assessed? (150 words)