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What do you understand as Left Wing Extremism? What are the aims and objectives of Naxalites? Are Naxalites really the saviours of the poor and downtrodden?
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##Question:What do you understand as Left Wing Extremism? What are the aims and objectives of Naxalites? Are Naxalites really the saviours of the poor and downtrodden?##Answer:,
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Is LWE only an internal threat and not a threat to the external security of India?
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##Question:Is LWE only an internal threat and not a threat to the external security of India?##Answer:,
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Religion has been a major influence on the emergence of classical dances in India. Elucidate.
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##Question:Religion has been a major influence on the emergence of classical dances in India. Elucidate.##Answer:,
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Write a short note on Sattriya dance.
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##Question:Write a short note on Sattriya dance.##Answer:,
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What do you understand by Hybrid annuity model. Briefly explain how it works. Also explain what its significance is.
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##Question:What do you understand by Hybrid annuity model. Briefly explain how it works. Also explain what its significance is.##Answer:,
23,485
How is the EPC model of investment in infrastructure different from the BOT model? What are reasons behind a favourable push for the EPC model over PPP in road sector in recent years?
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##Question:How is the EPC model of investment in infrastructure different from the BOT model? What are reasons behind a favourable push for the EPC model over PPP in road sector in recent years?##Answer:,
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Write a short note on each of the following; 1. Special Economic Zone 2. Swiss challenge
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##Question:Write a short note on each of the following; 1. Special Economic Zone 2. Swiss challenge ##Answer:,
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significance of these changes.Briefly explain the process of making of the Union General Budget. The Union government has brought certain changes in the in the budget. Examine the
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##Question:significance of these changes.Briefly explain the process of making of the Union General Budget. The Union government has brought certain changes in the in the budget. Examine the##Answer:,
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What are the impediments in marketing and supply chain management in developing the food processing industry in India? Can e-commerce help in overcoming these bottlenecks?
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##Question:What are the impediments in marketing and supply chain management in developing the food processing industry in India? Can e-commerce help in overcoming these bottlenecks?##Answer:,
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Discuss the procedure of passing finance bill in Lok Sabha.(150 words/10 marks)
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##Question:Discuss the procedure of passing finance bill in Lok Sabha.(150 words/10 marks)##Answer:,
23,490
Explain forward and backward linkages associated with food processing industry.
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##Question:Explain forward and backward linkages associated with food processing industry. ##Answer:,
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Food processing industry in India is not performing well despite of having a great potential. Discuss. ( 200 words)
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##Question:Food processing industry in India is not performing well despite of having a great potential. Discuss. ( 200 words) ##Answer:,
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Discuss the major growth drivers of the Food processing industry in India.
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##Question:Discuss the major growth drivers of the Food processing industry in India. ##Answer:,
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Define- I. Adjournment II. Adjournment sine die III. Prorogation
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##Question:Define- I. Adjournment II. Adjournment sine die III. Prorogation##Answer:,
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Discuss the development of science and technology in strategic areas after independence and briefly discuss the role of Dept. of Science & Technology.(250 words)
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##Question:Discuss the development of science and technology in strategic areas after independence and briefly discuss the role of Dept. of Science & Technology.(250 words)##Answer:,
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Write a short note on- a. CERN observatory b. Different stage of nuclear program (50 words each)
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##Question:Write a short note on- a. CERN observatory b. Different stage of nuclear program (50 words each) ##Answer:,
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Briefly explain the contribution of ancient era and medieval era different persons in different science and technology areas .
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##Question:Briefly explain the contribution of ancient era and medieval era different persons in different science and technology areas .##Answer:,
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Discuss the ethnic conflicts within Manipur with special reference to the demand of Inner Line Permit and recent violence in Manipur.
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##Question:Discuss the ethnic conflicts within Manipur with special reference to the demand of Inner Line Permit and recent violence in Manipur.##Answer:,
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Critically evaluate the approach of Indian government in fighting LWE.
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##Question:Critically evaluate the approach of Indian government in fighting LWE.##Answer:,
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In the context of growing extremism, it has been observed that many youth are attracted towards extremist organizations. In this context, suggest a comprehensive strategy toderadicalise the youth in India.
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##Question:In the context of growing extremism, it has been observed that many youth are attracted towards extremist organizations. In this context, suggest a comprehensive strategy toderadicalise the youth in India.##Answer:,
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Peace accords and ceasefire agreements are not a permanent solution for the problem of insurgency. Critically analyse.
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##Question:Peace accords and ceasefire agreements are not a permanent solution for the problem of insurgency. Critically analyse.##Answer:,
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Write a short note each on a. Elements and objectives of terrorism b. Militant groups in Kashmir (nature-easy)
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##Question:Write a short note each on a. Elements and objectives of terrorism b. Militant groups in Kashmir (nature-easy)##Answer:.
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What do you understand by Anti-Defection Law? Briefly explain different forms of defection. Should the law concerned be repealed and replaced with a new law as it compromises the spirit of democracy and dissent? Critically analyse.
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##Question:What do you understand by Anti-Defection Law? Briefly explain different forms of defection. Should the law concerned be repealed and replaced with a new law as it compromises the spirit of democracy and dissent? Critically analyse.##Answer:,
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Write a brief note on cut motion and its relevance.
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##Question:Write a brief note on cut motion and its relevance.##Answer:,
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Write short notes on each- I. Charged expenditure II. Vote on credit III. Need for reforming whip convention
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##Question:Write short notes on each- I. Charged expenditure II. Vote on credit III. Need for reforming whip convention##Answer:,
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“India needs modernization and not westernization”. Critically analyse the statement. (150 words/10 marks)
Brief Approach: Introduction: Concept of modernization based on these features like Secular, Egalitarian, Rationality, Individualism, Universalism Westernization refers to blind emulation of the culture of the west whereas modernization is the rationalistic transformation of the social, political, and economic s...
##Question:“India needs modernization and not westernization”. Critically analyse the statement. (150 words/10 marks)##Answer:Brief Approach: Introduction: Concept of modernization based on these features like Secular, Egalitarian, Rationality, Individualism, Universalism Westernization refers to blind emulation...
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“Indian society is confronting a series of dilemmas and paradoxes” Substantiate with examples.
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##Question:“Indian society is confronting a series of dilemmas and paradoxes” Substantiate with examples. ##Answer:,
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Discuss the features of a typical Indian joint family. (150 words)
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##Question:Discuss the features of a typical Indian joint family. (150 words)##Answer:,
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Discuss the economic factors impacting the life cycle of Joint family.
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##Question:Discuss the economic factors impacting the life cycle of Joint family.##Answer:,
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To what extent modernization has impacted the institution of family in context of Indian society.
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##Question:To what extent modernization has impacted the institution of family in context of Indian society.##Answer:,
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How the classical dances expound the concept of spirituality and salvation in its fold? Elaborate .
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##Question:How the classical dances expound the concept of spirituality and salvation in its fold? Elaborate .##Answer:,
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Write a short note on different stages of Bharat natyam
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##Question:Write a short note on different stages of Bharat natyam##Answer:,
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Briefly explain the origin , patronization and revival of kuchipudi dance .(150 words/10 marks)
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##Question:Briefly explain the origin , patronization and revival of kuchipudi dance .(150 words/10 marks)##Answer:,
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What do you understand by Ind0-Islamic architecture, what are different styles of Indo-Islamic architectures? Briefly explain the Provincial style of Indo-Islamic architecture.
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##Question:What do you understand by Ind0-Islamic architecture, what are different styles of Indo-Islamic architectures? Briefly explain the Provincial style of Indo-Islamic architecture. ##Answer:,
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Write a short note on Mughal style of architecture .
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##Question:Write a short note on Mughal style of architecture .##Answer:,
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Write a short note on Modern India architecture .
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##Question:Write a short note on Modern India architecture .##Answer:,
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Explain the concept of Juvenile Delinquency. Discuss its causes and consequences. Analyze the procedure in place to deal with Juvenile delinquents in India. (200 words)
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##Question:Explain the concept of Juvenile Delinquency. Discuss its causes and consequences. Analyze the procedure in place to deal with Juvenile delinquents in India. (200 words)##Answer:,
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Discuss social and economic consequences of abolishing child labour. (150 words)
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##Question:Discuss social and economic consequences of abolishing child labour. (150 words)##Answer:,
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Critically examine to what extent recently amended juvenile justice act will help addressing the menace of juvenile delinquency. (150 words)
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##Question:Critically examine to what extent recently amended juvenile justice act will help addressing the menace of juvenile delinquency. (150 words)##Answer:,
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Even though globalisation has led to increase employment opportunities for women, it has also created new challenges discuss with examples. (150 words)
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##Question:Even though globalisation has led to increase employment opportunities for women, it has also created new challenges discuss with examples. (150 words)##Answer:,
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Fertility rates in India are more closely related to education level and socio economic development than to religious belief. Elaborate. (150 words)
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##Question:Fertility rates in India are more closely related to education level and socio economic development than to religious belief. Elaborate. (150 words)##Answer:,
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Enumerate the steps that can be taken to achieve population stabilisation. (150 words)
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##Question:Enumerate the steps that can be taken to achieve population stabilisation. (150 words)##Answer:,
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While on one hand violence and discrimination against women justifies strong laws, on the other hand such laws are misused .Why does such a state of affairs exist in the Indian society? Discuss.(150 words)
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##Question:While on one hand violence and discrimination against women justifies strong laws, on the other hand such laws are misused .Why does such a state of affairs exist in the Indian society? Discuss.(150 words)##Answer:,
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What are the Industrial Policies in India after independence? Critically analyze the impact of these policies. (150 words/10 marks)
Approach: . Introduce by mentioning the meaning of Industrial Policy 2. Briefly explain the Industrial policies adopted by India after Independence 3. Highlight the challenges faced by India in formulating new industrial policies to suit the demand of present industries. 4. Conclude by highlighting the need of a ne...
##Question:What are the Industrial Policies in India after independence? Critically analyze the impact of these policies. (150 words/10 marks)##Answer:Approach: . Introduce by mentioning the meaning of Industrial Policy 2. Briefly explain the Industrial policies adopted by India after Independence 3. Highlight the c...
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Difference between MRTP and competition commission act.
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##Question:Difference between MRTP and competition commission act.##Answer:,
23,525
What do you understand by cloud computing? Briefly discuss its advantages?
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##Question:What do you understand by cloud computing? Briefly discuss its advantages? ##Answer:,
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Write Short Notes on the following: a) Wi-MAX b) Quantum computing
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##Question:Write Short Notes on the following: a) Wi-MAX b) Quantum computing ##Answer:,
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In the light of the Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency, accountability.
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##Question:In the light of the Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency, accountability.##Answer:,
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Discuss the relevance of WTO in context of today’s world (150 words/ 10 mark)
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##Question:Discuss the relevance of WTO in context of today’s world (150 words/ 10 mark)##Answer:,
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Taxila University was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different discipline. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda it is not considered as university in the modern sense. Comment.
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##Question:Taxila University was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different discipline. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda it is not considered as university in the modern sense. Comment.##Answer:,
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Briefly explain different sub styles of the Dravidatemples .
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##Question:Briefly explain different sub styles of the Dravidatemples .##Answer:,
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Briefly explain the Vesara style of temple architecture and how it is different from the Dravida style of temple architecture. (150 words, 10 marks)
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##Question:Briefly explain the Vesara style of temple architecture and how it is different from the Dravida style of temple architecture. (150 words, 10 marks)##Answer:,
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Distinguish between religiousness and communalism. By giving one example explain how religiousness has transformed into communalism in the context of India. [200 words
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##Question:Distinguish between religiousness and communalism. By giving one example explain how religiousness has transformed into communalism in the context of India. [200 words##Answer:,
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Is linguistic diversity a threat to national integration? Critically examine [200 words]
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##Question:Is linguistic diversity a threat to national integration? Critically examine [200 words]##Answer:,
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What is the difference between religiousness and communalism? [150 words]
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##Question:What is the difference between religiousness and communalism? [150 words]##Answer:,
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Bring out similarities and differences in expression and art forms between Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.
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##Question:Bring out similarities and differences in expression and art forms between Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.##Answer:,
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Elaborate on the steps and features that comprise the dance of Kuchipudi. ( 150 words)
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##Question:Elaborate on the steps and features that comprise the dance of Kuchipudi. ( 150 words)##Answer:,
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Briefly mention origin of Mohniattam dance.
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##Question:Briefly mention origin of Mohniattam dance.##Answer:,
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‘Money laundering and terror financing are the two significant aspects of terrorism. Any action against terrorism would be only half-hearted if the other two aspects are not taken into consideration.’ Evaluate the statement and discuss India’s strategy to deal with money laundering and terror financing. [200-220 words]
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##Question:‘Money laundering and terror financing are the two significant aspects of terrorism. Any action against terrorism would be only half-hearted if the other two aspects are not taken into consideration.’ Evaluate the statement and discuss India’s strategy to deal with money laundering and terror financing. [200...
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What are the objectives of the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (FATF)? What are the possible benefits of implementing the recommendations of FATF? (150 words/10 marks)
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##Question:What are the objectives of the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (FATF)? What are the possible benefits of implementing the recommendations of FATF? (150 words/10 marks)##Answer:,
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Terrorism is emerging as a competitive industry in the last few decades. Analyse the statement. [UPSC 2016]
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##Question:Terrorism is emerging as a competitive industry in the last few decades. Analyse the statement. [UPSC 2016]##Answer:,
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Identify the types of linkages between terrorism and organized crime. Give example in the Indian context. What are the factors that have contributed to these linkages?
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##Question:Identify the types of linkages between terrorism and organized crime. Give example in the Indian context. What are the factors that have contributed to these linkages?##Answer:,
23,542
Differentiate between the tropical and temperate grasslands on the basis of location, vegetation, climate and economic activity. Give suitable examples. (200 words| 10 marks)
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##Question:Differentiate between the tropical and temperate grasslands on the basis of location, vegetation, climate and economic activity. Give suitable examples. (200 words| 10 marks)##Answer:,
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Write short notes on the following: (150 words each) A.) Mediterranean type of climate B.) Temperate eastern margin climate
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##Question:Write short notes on the following: (150 words each) A.) Mediterranean type of climate B.) Temperate eastern margin climate##Answer:,
23,544
Bring out the relation between the climate in different parts of the world and the respective vegetation in these regions.
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##Question:Bring out the relation between the climate in different parts of the world and the respective vegetation in these regions.##Answer:,
23,545
What are seismic waves? Describe the different types of earthquake waves and their modes of propagation. (150 words/10 marks)
Approach: Define Seismic waves as an introduction. Mention the classification of seismic waves and their mode of propagation. Conclude by highlighting the significance of seismic waves. Answer: Seismic waves are waves of energy that travel through the Earth’s layers and are a result of earthquakes, volcani...
##Question:What are seismic waves? Describe the different types of earthquake waves and their modes of propagation. (150 words/10 marks)##Answer:Approach: Define Seismic waves as an introduction. Mention the classification of seismic waves and their mode of propagation. Conclude by highlighting the significance of ...
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Write a short note on following.(50 words each) 1. Role of seismograph 2. Difference between crust , mental and core
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##Question:Write a short note on following.(50 words each) 1. Role of seismograph 2. Difference between crust , mental and core##Answer:,
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Discuss the various characteristics of the P and S waves. (150 words, 10 Marks)
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##Question:Discuss the various characteristics of the P and S waves. (150 words, 10 Marks)##Answer:,
23,548
In the light of the Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency, accountability.
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##Question:In the light of the Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency, accountability.##Answer:,
23,549
Discuss significance of subsidy in Indian economy.
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##Question:Discuss significance of subsidy in Indian economy.##Answer:,
23,550
What do you understand by demand for grants? Discuss briefly different types of Cut Motions. (200 words)
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##Question:What do you understand by demand for grants? Discuss briefly different types of Cut Motions. (200 words)##Answer:,
23,551
Write short notes on the following: a) Process of making Union Budget b) Presidential vote of thanks (150 words each)
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##Question:Write short notes on the following: a) Process of making Union Budget b) Presidential vote of thanks (150 words each)##Answer:,
23,552
Discuss the ways by which Indian Citizenship can be acquired and terminated. (150 words)
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##Question:Discuss the ways by which Indian Citizenship can be acquired and terminated. (150 words)##Answer:,
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Cholas administration is regarded as a mix of innovation and autonomy. Comment [100 words)
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##Question:Cholas administration is regarded as a mix of innovation and autonomy. Comment [100 words)##Answer:,
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Write a short note on(50 words each)- a. Political Expeditions of Cholas b. Advent of Islam in India
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##Question:Write a short note on(50 words each)- a. Political Expeditions of Cholas b. Advent of Islam in India##Answer:,
23,555
To what extent the British land revenue policies differed from its pre-colonial counterparts. Discuss its impact on the rural-agrarian society. [200 words]
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##Question:To what extent the British land revenue policies differed from its pre-colonial counterparts. Discuss its impact on the rural-agrarian society. [200 words]##Answer:,
23,556
Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss. (150 words)
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##Question:Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss. (150 words)##Answer:,
23,557
Discuss the economic and political interests of British for introducing railways in India. [150 words]
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##Question:Discuss the economic and political interests of British for introducing railways in India. [150 words]##Answer:,
23,558
Write short notes on the following i. Permanent settlement system ii. Satya sodhak Samaj [100 words each]
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##Question:Write short notes on the following i. Permanent settlement system ii. Satya sodhak Samaj [100 words each]##Answer:,
23,559
What are the issues and challenges with respect to cyber security in India? What are the initiatives taken by the Government of India to address the same? (150 words/10 marks)
Approach: Introduce with a brief description of Cyber Security. Elaborate on the current areas of concern regarding cyber security. Mention the related issues and challenges. Mention some steps taken by the government in this regard. Give the way forward before concluding on a positive note. Answer: Cyber security r...
##Question:What are the issues and challenges with respect to cyber security in India? What are the initiatives taken by the Government of India to address the same? (150 words/10 marks)##Answer:Approach: Introduce with a brief description of Cyber Security. Elaborate on the current areas of concern regarding cyber se...
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Considering the threats posed to the cyberspace of the country, India needs a “Digital Armed Force” to prevent crimes. Critically evaluate the National Cyber Security Policy, 2013 outlining the challenges perceived in its effective implementation. (250 words)
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##Question:Considering the threats posed to the cyberspace of the country, India needs a “Digital Armed Force” to prevent crimes. Critically evaluate the National Cyber Security Policy, 2013 outlining the challenges perceived in its effective implementation. (250 words)##Answer:.
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Enumerate and briefly explain different forms of cyber threats. Critically evaluate the cyber security preparedness of India.(150 words/10marks)
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##Question:Enumerate and briefly explain different forms of cyber threats. Critically evaluate the cyber security preparedness of India.(150 words/10marks)##Answer:.
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After the conventional means, warfare has entered the fifth domain. Comment with suitable examples.
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##Question:After the conventional means, warfare has entered the fifth domain. Comment with suitable examples.##Answer:.
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Border management needs a multi-pronged approach. In the light of the statement, give an account of the initiatives taken by the Government of India to ensure comprehensive border management in India.
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##Question:Border management needs a multi-pronged approach. In the light of the statement, give an account of the initiatives taken by the Government of India to ensure comprehensive border management in India.##Answer:.
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Briefly explains the different factors responsible for variation ocean salinity.
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##Question:Briefly explains the different factors responsible for variation ocean salinity.##Answer:,
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What do you understand ocean salinity? What are the different factors affecting ocean salinity? Briefly discus the horizontal and vertical distribution of salinity
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##Question:What do you understand ocean salinity? What are the different factors affecting ocean salinity? Briefly discus the horizontal and vertical distribution of salinity##Answer:,
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Constitution is the fundamental and organic law of the country. Comment
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##Question:Constitution is the fundamental and organic law of the country. Comment##Answer:,
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Constitution has a special legal sanctity. Discuss. (150 words)
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##Question:Constitution has a special legal sanctity. Discuss. (150 words)##Answer:,
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To what extent urbanization and migration has aggravated the problems of old age group. Suggest some measure to address the same. (200 words)
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##Question:To what extent urbanization and migration has aggravated the problems of old age group. Suggest some measure to address the same. (200 words)##Answer:,
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Discuss the impact of globalization on old age group in India. (150 words)
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##Question:Discuss the impact of globalization on old age group in India. (150 words) ##Answer:,
23,570
Disability is a much social as it is physical. Critically examine the statement in the context of Indian society.(150 words)
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##Question:Disability is a much social as it is physical. Critically examine the statement in the context of Indian society.(150 words)##Answer:,
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To what extent the recently passed Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 will be able to uplift the status of intended beneficiary? (150 words)
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##Question:To what extent the recently passed Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 will be able to uplift the status of intended beneficiary? (150 words)##Answer:,
23,572
To what extent Transgender Bill recognizes the concerns of the community. Discuss (150 words)
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##Question:To what extent Transgender Bill recognizes the concerns of the community. Discuss (150 words)##Answer:,
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Discuss how far successive governments have been control the population growth. (150 Words)
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##Question:Discuss how far successive governments have been control the population growth. (150 Words)##Answer:,
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What were the causes of Non-cooperation movement? Discuss its characteristics and mention why Gandhi withdrew the movement despite widespread resentment against calling it off? (200 words)
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##Question:What were the causes of Non-cooperation movement? Discuss its characteristics and mention why Gandhi withdrew the movement despite widespread resentment against calling it off? (200 words)##Answer:,
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How did Gandhi’s struggle in South Africa shape his thoughts and opinions and influence the course of nationalist struggle in India.(200 words)
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##Question:How did Gandhi’s struggle in South Africa shape his thoughts and opinions and influence the course of nationalist struggle in India.(200 words)##Answer:,
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Discuss briefly the objectives and provisions of Government of India Act, 1919. (200 words)
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##Question:Discuss briefly the objectives and provisions of Government of India Act, 1919. (200 words)##Answer:,
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Subsidy scenario in India is termed as ‘Bounties for the Well-off’ by Economic survey. Critically analyse the regressive nature of subsidy and suggest the way forward,
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##Question:Subsidy scenario in India is termed as ‘Bounties for the Well-off’ by Economic survey. Critically analyse the regressive nature of subsidy and suggest the way forward,##Answer:,
23,578
Discuss the major beliefs and practices thatcharacterized Sufism.(150 words)
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##Question:Discuss the major beliefs and practices thatcharacterized Sufism.(150 words)##Answer:,
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Writea short note on(50 words each)- a. Experiments of Muhammad-Bin- Tughlaq b. Philosophy spread by Shankarcharya and Ramanuja
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##Question:Writea short note on(50 words each)- a. Experiments of Muhammad-Bin- Tughlaq b. Philosophy spread by Shankarcharya and Ramanuja##Answer:,
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