1. Examine the pattern and trend of public expenditure on social services in the post-reforms period in India. To what extent this has been in consonance with achieving the object of inclusive growth?

    • Economics
    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  2. Describe the context and salient features of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  3. What are causes of persistent high food inflation in India? Comment on the effectiveness of the monetary policy of the RBI to control this type of inflation.

    • Economics
    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  4. What were the factors responsible for the successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of the country? Elaborate.

    • Economics
    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  5. Explain the role of millets for ensuring health and nutritional security in India.

    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  6. What is the present wold scenario of intellectual property rights with respect to life materials? Although, India is second in the world to file patents, still only a few have been commercialized. Explain the reasons behind this less commercialization.

    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  7. What is the technology being employed for electronic toll collection on highways? What are its advantages and limitations? What are the proposed changes that will make this process seamless? Would this transition carry any potential hazards?

    • Science
    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  8. Industrial pollution of river water is a significant environmental issue in India. Discuss the various mitigation measures to deal with this problem and also the government's initiatives in this regard.

    • Environment
    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  9. What role do environmental NGOs and activists play in influencing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outcomes for major projects in India? Cite four examples with all important details.

    • Environment
    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)

  10. Explain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narco-terrorism.

    • 2024
    • GS III

    Answer in 150 words (10 marks)