Q1) What are the potential consequences of Arctic ice melt on biodiversity and ecosystems? How might these changes impact global ecological balance? (10 marks, 150 words) ANSWER Arctic ice is the sea ice that covers the Arctic Ocean and the surrounding area. It’s a key part of the Arctic’s climate and ecosystems, and has a significant…
Q1) Earlier known as coarse cereals, the government rebranded millets in 2018 as nutri-cereals. In this context discuss the ecological and nutritional significance of millets? (10 marks, 150 words) ANSWER Millets are a group of small-seeded cereal crops that are widely grown in India for their high nutritional value and drought tolerance. In April 2018, millets…
Q1) Explain the geological features and ecological importance of the Eastern Ghats. (10 marks, 150 words) ANSWER The Eastern Ghats are a discontinuous range of mountains that run parallel to the eastern coast of India, spanning over 1,750 kilometers from Odisha in the North to Tamil Nadu in the South. The Eastern Ghats are characterized…
Q1) How did the policy of non-alignment reflect the aspirations of India and other newly independent nations to maintain their sovereignty and resist colonial and imperial pressures? (10 marks, 150 words) Answer: India’s policy of non-alignment constantly adapted to the changing global landscape and India’s own evolving needs. This adaptability allowed India to maintain its…
Q1) Examine the role of numismatic evidence in understanding the political and economic history of ancient India. Provide specific examples. (10 marks, 150 words) Answer: Far from mere tokens of value, coins serve as miniature windows into the vibrant tapestry of ancient India. By studying these coins alongside inscriptions and archaeological sites, historians and archaeologists…
Q1) How did Indian temple architecture change over different historical periods? (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: Temples epitomize the intricate interplay between religious convictions, cultural manifestations, and architectural innovation, exemplified by the Kailasa Temple in Ellora, Maharashtra. As a subset of the ever-evolving architectural landscape, temples have undergone profound transformations, adapting to the shifting sands of…
Q1) While India’s horticulture sector has emerged as a rapidly growing industry, it faces many challenges in tapping its true potential. Critically analyze. (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer India’s horticulture sector, indeed, holds immense potential and has shown greater profitability and productivity compared to traditional agriculture. This sector encompasses the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers,…
Q1) Examine the impact of Disruptive Agricultural Technologies on agricultural sector in India and mention the support mechanisms needed to foster the growth of agtech start-ups in this space.(150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: Disruptive technology is an innovation that dramatically changes how consumers, industries, or businesses function. Disruptive Agricultural Technologies (DATs) have had a profound impact…
Q1) ‘Wider MSP guarantee can nudge farmers to diversify beyond paddy and wheat, bolster incomes and consumption’. Do you agree? Justify with suitable arguments. (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: Minimum Support Price (MSP) is the rate at which the government purchases certain crops from farmers. MSP is decided based on the recommendations of the Commission for…
Q1) Examine the potential of the food processing sector in doubling farmer’s income, boosting agricultural development and increasing consumer choices.(150Words/10 Marks) Answer: The food processing sector converts raw food materials from d materials of agriculture, animal husbandry or fisheries into edible products with higher commercial value. Potential of food processing sector in doubling farmer’s…