Civil Services Prep

Discuss the recent measures initiated in disaster management by the Government of India departing from the earlier reactive approach.

Model answer

  1. Explain the rationale behind the Goods and Services Tax (Compensation to States) Act of 2017. How has COVID-19 impacted the GST compensation fund and created new federal tensions? 15 marks
  2. Suggest measures to improve water storage and irrigation system to make its judicious use under depleting scenarios. 15 marks
  3. Describe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to conventional energy generation. What are the initiatives offered by our Government for this purpose? 15 marks
  4. Analyse internal security threats and transborder crimes along Myanmar, Bangladesh and Pakistan borders including Line of Control (LoC). Also discuss the role played by various security forces in this regard. 15 marks
  5. COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide. However, technological advancements are being availed readily to win over the crisis. Give an account of how technology was sought to aid management of the pandemic. 15 marks
  6. What are the key features of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) initiated by the Government of India? 15 marks