Civil Services Prep

Discuss the different types of subsidies and support provided by the Government of India to the agricultural sector. Examine the related issues pertaining to the Agreement on Agriculture of the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

Model answer

  1. Separatist movements have been one of the major factors contributing to militancy and instability in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K). Bring out actions taken by the Government to bring J&K into the national mainstream. Discuss the pre- and post-abrogation status of Articles 370 and 35A. Also bring out positive impacts of the abrogation of both articles in mainstreaming the state. 15 marks
  2. What are the challenges to solid waste management in India? Discuss the governmental policy framework on solid waste management. Discuss the success/failure cases of Delhi and Indore cities, highlighting the salient features of their solid waste management initiatives. 15 marks
  3. What is agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Explain its working. Describe its applications with suitable examples. Discuss the advantages, risks and challenges associated with agentic AI systems. 15 marks
  4. How are startups in India promoting entrepreneurship, innovation and employment? Discuss the global and domestic challenges in their working and suggest suitable measures to overcome these challenges. 15 marks
  5. Discuss counterfeit currency and money laundering as major sources of terror funding in India. State the actions being taken at the international level to check these menaces. Highlight the role of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and methods of compliance by its member states in preventing terror funding. 15 marks
  6. Explain the key challenges for India's energy security. What measures do you suggest for ensuring energy security along with economic growth and sustainability? 15 marks