Mains Marathon

Day 45: Full Length Test GS 3 

Q1: With the current level of GDP growth and high levels of inflation, will India stand a good chance of economic growth in the future? (150 words)

Q2: Examine the government's recent policy actions aimed at attaining fiscal stability and enhancing resource efficiency. (150 words)

Q3: Explore the potential of micro-irrigation in revolutionizing farming towards profitability and sustainability within the framework of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana. (150 words)

Q4: How has the Human Genome Project contributed to our understanding of genetic diseases and the development of targeted therapies? (150 words)

Q5: It is being argued that India is struggling with overflowing foodgrains in warehouses. Discuss the statement in view of the existing buffer stock policy of India. (150 words)

Q6: Eco-Sensitive Zones were established to serve as 'shock-absorbers' for reserved regions, but their execution faces various obstacles. Evaluate these challenges. (150 words)

Q7: Assess the role of climate change in altering the frequency and severity of drought events in India and their implications for disaster risk reduction. (150 words)

Q8: What does the term Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) refer to? What are the potential security threats to the CII of India and discuss the measures taken to protect the same. (150 words)

Q9: Examine the domestic security consequences arising from the utilization of Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDT) by both state and non-state entities. (150 words)

Q10: Despite substantial international pressure, there is value in India maintaining its food subsidy program to aid its impoverished population. (150 words)

Q11: In the context of stabilizing exchange market volatility and safeguarding financial stability, what are the conventional and non-traditional methods employed by the RBI, including forex market interventions and regulatory actions? (250 words)

Q12: India has been called the “Pharmacy of the world” in the recent past. Describe the challenges and opportunities in the above context. (250 words)

Q13: Examine the advantages of substituting the traditional rice-wheat cropping patterns with pulses, oilseeds, and millets. Is there a concern that this shift might negatively impact the country's food security? (250 words)

Q14: Examine how modern technologies like blockchain and ChatGPT can be influential tools with significant potential to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of the Indian startup ecosystem. (250 words)

Q15: How has J.C. Bose's work in plant science and the study of electromagnetic waves influenced modern research and technological developments? (250 words)

Q16: Reflect on the key outcomes and milestones achieved in global environmental protection and sustainability since the Stockholm Conference in 1972. (250 words)

Q17: Discuss the importance of tackling carbon inequality in India, which arises from income and wealth disparities, and propose methods to address this issue effectively. (250 words)

Q18: Assess the effectiveness of existing disaster management strategies and policies in India in mitigating the impact of flash floods and enhancing resilience at the community level. (250 words)

Q19: Assess India's potential as a net security provider in assisting the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in addressing maritime security challenges, considering its abundant resources and technical capabilities. (250 words)

Q20: What efforts has India made to enhance the safety and security of its nuclear arsenal and infrastructure in the 25 years since Pokhran-II? (250 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 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 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)

Day 39: How has the nexus between terrorism and organized crime, such as arms and drug trafficking, impacted India's internal security, and what strategies are in place to disrupt this nexus? (250 words)

Day 38: What are the key provisions and issues of the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill 2023? (250 words) 

Day 37: How does investment-led growth contribute to job creation and employment opportunities across various sectors in India? Critically Analyse. (250 words) 

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 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 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 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 32: What is a carbon market and how does it operate? Discuss the benefits and challenges of establishing a domestic carbon market in India. (150 words)

Day 31: How does the dominance of the informal sector influence the quality of employment opportunities in India? (150 words)

Day 30: What is Anti-microbial resistance (AMR) and why is it a global health threat? Discuss the causes and consequences of AMR and suggest some measures to prevent and control it. (150 words) 

Day 29: What role do millets play in promoting food security and agricultural diversity in India, particularly in regions with varying climatic conditions? (250 words)

Day 28: How has the development of lithium-ion batteries revolutionized the electric vehicle industry in India? (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 26: What is geoengineering and what are its potential benefits and risks for mitigating climate change? (150 words) 

Day 25: Assess whether the recent railway accidents in India suggest a lack of stringent safety measures by the government. (150 words) 

Day 17: Analyse the role of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in improving the income and livelihoods of small and marginal farmers in India. What are the major challenges faced by FPOs and how can they be overcome?  (250 words)