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2025 · GS 4 · 10 marks
To achieve holistic development goal, a civil servant acts as an enabler and active facilitator of growth rather than a regulator. What specific measures would you suggest to achieve this goal?
Read question →2025 · GS 4 · 20 marks
“Rajesh is a Group A officer with nine years of service. He is posted as Administrative Officer in an Oil Public Sector undertaking. As an Administrative Officer he is responsible for managing and coordinating various administrative tasks to ensure smooth functioning of office. He also manages office supplies, equipment etc. Rajesh is now sufficient senior and is expecting his next promotion in JAG (Junior Administrative Grade) in the next one or two years. He knows that promotion is based on examination of ACRs/Performance Appraisal of last fe…
Read question →2025 · GS 4 · 10 marks
“The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes.” – William James
Read question →2025 · GS 4 · 10 marks
What are the major teachings of Mahavir? Explain their relevance in the contemporary world.
Read question →2025 · GS 4 · 20 marks
In line with the Directive Principles of State Policy enshrined in the Indian Constitution, the government has a constitutional obligation to ensure basic needs – Roti, Kapda aur Makan (Food, Clothes and Shelter) – for the under-privileged. Pursuing this mandate, the district administration proposed clearing a portion of forest land to develop housing for the homeless and economically weaker sections of the society. The proposed land, however, is an ecologically sensitive zone densely populated with age-old trees, medicinal plants and vital bio…
Read question →2025 · GS 4 · 20 marks
Subhash is Secretary, PWD in the State Government. He is a senior officer, known for his competence, integrity and dedication to work. He enjoys the trust and confidence of Minister incharge of PWD and Programme Implementation. As a part of his job profile, he is responsible for policy formulations, execution of projects relating to infrastructure initiatives in the State. Besides, he oversees the technical and administrative aspects relating to planning, designing and construction etc. Subhash’s Minister is an important Minister in the state a…
Read question →2025 · GS 4 · 20 marks
Vijay is the Deputy Commissioner of a remote district of Himachal Pradesh. For the last two years, he has been in this region. In the month of August, heavy rains lashed the complete state followed by cloudbursts in the upper reaches of the said district. The damage was very heavy in the complete state, especially in the affected district. The complete road network and telecommunication were disrupted and the buildings were damaged extensively. People’s houses have been destroyed and they were forced to stay in open. More than 200 people have b…
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
How far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
“Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture.” Comment.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGO’s and private sector would be most productive?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
What is the concept of a ‘demographic winter’? Is the world moving towards such a situation? Elaborate.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
Distinguish between gender equality, gender equity and women’s empowerment. Why is it important to take gender concerns into account in programme design and implementation?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
Globalization has increased urban migration by skilled, young, unmarried women from various classes. How has this trend impacted upon their personal freedom and relationship with family?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
What is regional disparity? How does it differ from diversity? How serious is the issue of regional disparity in India?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South India.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
What were the events that led to the Quit India Movement? Point out its results.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
What are aurora australis and aurora borealis? How are these triggered?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
What is the phenomenon of ‘cloudbursts’? Explain.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
How far is it correct to say that the First World War was fought essentially for the preservation of balance of power?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the Constitution. Comment.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
Why do large cities tend to attract more migrants than smaller towns? Discuss in the light of conditions in developing countries.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 10 marks
Intercaste marriages between castes which have socio-economic parity have increased, to some extent, but this is less true of interreligious marriages. Discuss.
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
What is a twister? Why are the majority of twisters observed in areas around the Gulf of Mexico?
Read question →2024 · GS 1 · 15 marks
The groundwater potential of the gangetic valley is on a serious decline. How may it affect the food security of India?
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