10 May 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) Why is graphene considered material of the future? Suggest measures to help India become a frontrunner in the incoming graphene-age?
(150 Words/10 Marks)
Mains Answer Writing 1-December-2023 1. “The art of painting in India has a rich and diverse history, with works that are not only aesthetically beautiful, but also offer insights into the social, cultural, and political contexts in which they were created.” Elaborate. ANSWER The art of painting in India has a captivating and extensive history…
Q1) To what extent does the theory of plate tectonics explain the major geological features of the Earth’s surface? Discuss with suitable examples. ANSWER Plate tectonics is a geological theory according to which earth’s lithosphere is broken into distinct plates floating on asthenosphere, upper part of the mantle. Tectonic plates are massive, rigid lithospheric slabs…
Q1) What does the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme seek to achieve? What are the key challenges to its successful implementation? (250 Words/15 Marks) Production Linked Incentive is a scheme that offer companies incentives on incremental sales from products manufactured in India. It was launched in year 2020-21 under Make-in-India to promote growth of domestic…
Mains Answer Writing 8-December-2023 1. Describe the various types of fronts and their role in formation of extra-tropical cyclones. ANSWER A front is a sloping barrier that divides two opposing air masses with different wind directions, air temperatures, humidity levels, pressure levels, and densities. The process of creation of new fronts or regeneration of old…
Q1) The role of the civil service is not limited to the mere welfare of the people but extends to the realm of upholding the spirit of the constitution. Elaborate. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Role of civil service in ensuring welfare of the people (service delivery) can be seen from the following: Policy Formulation: The…
Q1) Enumerate the major reasons that make the Indian economy heavily reliant on coal. Explain why phasing out coal from our energy basket is difficult. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS India is the second largest producer of coal and coal fulfils 55% of the country’s energy needs. Country’s reliance on coal is based on its high…