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MAY 17 2021– Questions for Mains Answer Writing

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It covers: All relevant newspapers in English. Further PIB , PRS and Down to earth are covered when ever necessary.

General Studies -01

Syllabus area: Significant issues and events in modern Indian history; Post independence consolidation & reorganization within country.

Q1: What do mean by Radcliffe line? Discuss the geopolitical implications of Radcliffe award 1947.

(Answer in 150 Words | 10 marks)

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Open references [Free] : MAPSOFINDIA | Zee News |Relevant pdf | TheDiplomat | WordlAtlas

Relevance: The Radcliffe line, dividing India and Pakistan, has not stopped bleeding even after 75 years makes it relevant than ever.

How to approach such a question?

Understand the question demands first. You are asked to brief concept in your own words & understanding first.

Question expects your knowledge presented in systematic manner with proper structuring for Geo-political implications. Implications can be positive and negative. Adding maps can take this answer to next level.

We are not predefining exact structure & content before writing as it results in same answer from all. Use your creativity and write. We will explain each and every aspects of written answer for improvisation.

Start writing based on your understanding & upload in dashboard. Points for improvisation, issues and individual marks will be provided in official review additional to master crux for excellence based on your answer.

General Studies -02

Syllabus area: Issues related to health; Government policies and interventions-Issues arising out of its design and implementations.

Q2: What are E-cigarettes & how do these differ from the conventional cigarettes? Analyze the need for its regulation and challenges prevalent in its regulating them.

(Answer in 250 Words | 15 marks)

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Open references[Free]:Hindustan Times | Vikaspedia| Business standard | MedicalNewsToday

Relevance: E-Cigarettes and its regulations are in air so long. Recent study linking use of e-cigarettes with shortness of breath in young adults made it relevant again.

How to approach such a question?

Understand the question demands first. You are asked to brief concept and a comparison. Comparison would be impressive if managed in 2 column format ensuring clarity for comparison.

Later part expects your knowledge presented in systematic manner as per analysis demands with proper subheadings.

We are not predefining exact structure & content before writing as it results in same answer from all. Use your creativity and write unique answers over others which makes the difference.. We will explain each and every aspects of written answer for improvisation.

General Studies -03

Syllabus area: Awareness in the fields of Space.

Q3: Why there is a series of space missions to mars? Examine the significance with suitable examples.

(Answer in 250 Words | 15 marks)

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Relevance: There is a series of space mission to mars by leading powers . You should be aware of reasons for the same and its significance as china’s ‘Zhurong’ rover made it after USA.

How to approach such a question?

Understand the question demands first. You are asked to examine with suitable examples.

Question expects your knowledge about mars mission like curiosity rover of USA..etc till latest one.

Creativity in presentation for missions by countries with purpose /significances makes it unique from others.

General Studies -04

Syllabus area: Case study

Q4: Suppose you cleared all stages of civil service exam in your final attempt and expecting dream IAS selection according to rank. So you decided to celebrate the success with friends. For reaching the function, you took the car that is used by your brother without asking his prior approval.

Before few kilometers to town, you encountered a police checking. Police found that a bag in your car contains drugs and fake currencies. On explaining the facts and your selection, officer said that your brother may be part of racket. You can leave and your brother can be arrested, if you give bribe and a statement against your brother. If you are not doing so, you will be arrested and your whole dream will be spoiled.

(a)What are the ethical dilemmas in front of you?
(b) What will you do in this situation? Justify your actions.

(Answer in 250 Words | 15 marks)

Source: general / improvisation of news about fake currency & drugs.

Relevance: Case studies are always important in GS4. Relating to real life incidents have more chances. There was a similar one asked in mains 2019 exam from our master 2018-19 series (click to see) .

How to approach such a question?

Understand the question demands first. You are asked to point out dilemmas and justify your actions .

Question expects your knowledge presented in systematic manner with proper structuring for options available for you in this situation and justification for action.

Creativity in presentation and its structuring makes the difference. Including few like stakeholders involved, ethical dilemmas , Possible options with merits and demerits , your final action with summing up in ethical point of view…etc gives edge to your answer over other aspirants with plain writing.

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