Mains Practice Questions

Q. "Soil pollution is intrinsically linked to water pollution and biodiversity loss." Discuss how an integrated approach to environmental protection can help address the challenges of soil contamination in India. (250 words)

Q. "Multi-modal connectivity is crucial for optimizing India's logistics infrastructure." In light of this statement, examine the role of Bharatmala and Dedicated Freight Corridors in transforming India's logistics landscape. (250 words)

Q. "Private sector participation in internal security can be a game changer for enhancing resource optimization and inclusion." Discuss this statement while suggesting safeguards to ensure accountability. (250 words)

Q. "Financial inclusion is necessary but not sufficient for inclusive growth." In light of this statement, evaluate India's progress in achieving comprehensive inclusive growth. (250 words)

Q. "India has set ambitious targets for Land Degradation Neutrality by 2030. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in achieving these targets." (250 words)

Q. The informal sector remains both a strength and vulnerability of the Indian economy. Analyze the challenges in formalizing the informal sector while preserving its employment generation potential." (250 words)

Q. Differentiate between Hazard, Vulnerability, and Risk in the context of disaster management, and explain their interrelationship with suitable examples. (150 words)

Q. "Forests are not only vital for ecological balance but also crucial for India’s socio-economic development." Discuss the significance of forests in India in light of the findings of the India State of Forest Report 2023. (250 words)

Q. "Banning single-use plastics is not enough to solve the plastic pollution crisis." Discuss this statement with alternative strategies for sustainable plastic management in India. (250 words)

Q. What is the relationship between e-commerce growth and the required investment in logistics infrastructure and last-mile delivery capabilities?. (250 words)

Q. Examine the intersection of sustainable development goals and the Sendai Framework. How can integrated approaches to disaster risk reduction contribute to broader socio-economic development? (250 words)

Q. Evaluate the potential of nanotechnology in enhancing India's defense and strategic capabilities. (150 words)

Q. Analyze the strategic significance of technological indigenization for India's and economic sovereignty, with reference to recent developments in this area. (150 words)

Q. Evaluate the economic impact of GST implementation on small and medium enterprises in India. What strategies can be adopted to further simplify the GST framework to better support their growth and sustainability? (250 words)

Q. Examine the complex interplay between economic marginalization, governance deficits, and the rise of radical ideologies in India's left-wing extremism affected areas. (250 words)

Q. Evaluate the potential and limitations of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in driving inclusive economic growth and financial transformation in India (250 words)

Q. "Indian cities are increasingly vulnerable to disasters, yet urban disaster management remains inadequate." Suggest measures to strengthen urban disaster resilience within the existing legal framework. (250 words)

Q. "Despite being one of the largest producers of agricultural products, India's food processing levels remain significantly lower than global standards." Discuss. (150 words)

Q. How has India's approach to environmental governance evolved since the Stockholm Conference 1972? Also highlight their impacts on biodiversity conservation. (150 words)

Q. How does the informal nature of India's workforce impact the goal of achieving inclusive growth? Suggest potential solutions for formalizing the economy while protecting vulnerable workers. (250 words)

Q.How does mRNA technology differ from traditional vaccine approaches? Discuss its advantages and limitations in the context of emerging global health challenges. (150 words)

Q. Despite achieving high GDP growth rates, India continues to lag behind in human development indicators. Examine the reasons for this disconnect and suggest measures to ensure inclusive development. (250 words)

Q.Discuss the key drivers and challenges in India's innovation ecosystem. Suggest measures to enhance the growth of the Innovation ecosystem in India. (250 words)

Q. A Universal Basic Income in India could provide a foundation for social security while reducing the complexity of the welfare state. Critically Examine. (250 words)

Q. "Urban biodiversity management is as crucial as protecting wilderness areas." In light of this statement, evaluate India's initiatives to preserve biodiversity in metropolitan areas. Cite successful examples. (250 words)

Q. "Private sector participation is crucial for strengthening India's cybersecurity architecture." Analyze this statement with reference to recent initiatives and challenges. (150 words)

Q. Explain the concept of synthetic biology. How might it revolutionize medicine, agriculture, and environmental remediation, and what ethical concerns does it raise? (150 words)

Q. Evaluate the performance of India's Manufacturing sector under the 'Production Linked Incentive' initiative. What challenges need to be addressed to boost manufacturing growth? (250 words)

Q. Evaluate the role of the e-NAM in reducing price disparities and improving market integration for agricultural commodities. What challenges does it face in its implementation? (250 words)

Q. Groundwater depletion is a growing concern in many parts of India. Evaluate the factors contributing to this issue and discuss sustainable water management practices that can address this problem. (150 words)