Mains Marathon

Day 29: You have recently assumed the role of district magistrate in an area that is grappling with a persistent water crisis. The available water sources are contaminated with substances like arsenic, leading authorities to mark several public taps as unfit for use. Despite these warnings, school children continue to drink this water, resulting in health issues like stomach pain and discolored teeth. Over the past five years, cases of knee pain and even some cancer cases have been reported.

Upon investigating the situation, you discover that a chemical company responsible for producing paints is exacerbating the water crisis. The company is extracting water beyond permissible limits and disposing of harmful chemical waste underground. However, it is also a significant source of employment for local youth and contributes to the business activities of local companies. Seeking guidance from your superiors, you are advised to handle the situation with caution.

Given this scenario, consider the following questions:

1.Identify the ethical dilemmas present in this situation.
2.What are the options available to you. Critically Analyse each option.
3.What final course of action will you take and why. (250 words)

Day 28: How do Rules and Regulations help to establish a level playing field and prevent favoritism or discrimination, contributing to an ethical work environment? (150 words)  

Day 28: How has the development of lithium-ion batteries revolutionized the electric vehicle industry in India? (150 words) 

Day 28: What are some of the major achievements and initiatives that India has undertaken as part of its G20 presidency? (150 words)

Day 28: How did trade and cultural exchange between Kashi and Tamil Land shape their historical relationship? (150 words) 

Day 27: What does this quotation means to you:

“The highest manifestation of strength is to keep ourselves calm and on our own feet.”

-Swami Vivekanand. (150 words)

Day 27: Explain the concept of 'Hybrid warfare' and discuss the necessary measures to counter this type of warfare initiated by hostile nations. (250 Words)

Day 27: Examine the factors contributing to the rising incidence of suicides among students in higher educational institutions in India and propose effective measures to combat this alarming trend. (150 words)

Day 27: Define land subsidence and outline the factors leading to its occurrence in the Himalayan region. (150 words)

Day 26: It is not your aptitude, but your attitude, that determines your altitude. Elaborate. (250 words) 

Day 26: Discuss the causes, nature and impact of the tribal uprisings in India before independence. How did they differ from the mainstream nationalist movements? (250 words) 

Day 26: Discuss the benefits and challenges of implementing Corporate social responsibility (CSR) in India. How can CSR be made more effective and inclusive? Give examples of some successful CSR initiatives in India. (250 words) 

Day 26: What is geoengineering and what are its potential benefits and risks for mitigating climate change? (150 words) 

Day 25: Critically analyze the rationale behind certain states’ demand for inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. (150 words) 

Day 25: To what extent has the increased visibility and active involvement of women in recent protests in India influenced the dynamics and outcomes of these movements? (150 words)