Q1) The internal security of a nation is intricately tied to peace and prosperity in the neighbouring countries. Discuss with special reference to India’s north-east region. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS In an interconnected world, no country exists in isolation; internal security, peace and prosperity of a nation invariably depends on the conditions in neighboring countries…
Q1) Backbone of country’s security paradigm, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) are beset with challenges of their own. Discuss. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) refers to the uniform nomenclature of seven central armed police organizations of India under the authority of the Ministry of Home Affairs. Their role is to…
Q1) Elucidate the challenges posed by hybrid warfare to the national security and suggest comprehensive counter-measures. (250 Words/15 Marks)
Mains Answer Writing 4-June-2024 Q1) Highlighting the impacts of fake news on the internal security of the country, suggest measures to tackle the same. (250 Words/15 Marks)
Q1) What are the reasons for the persistence of Naxalism in certain areas of the country? What measures can be taken to control it? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Naxalism refers to the armed conflict between the far-left radical communists and the government of India. According to the government data, Naxalism has affected 40% of India…
Q1) Discuss the importance of tackling cross-border threats for effective border management. To what extent can the people living in India’s border regions help in enhancing border security? Â (150 Words/10 Marks) Â Â ANS India has 15,106.7 Km of land border and a coastline of 7,516.6 Km including island territories which is physically, ethnically…
Q1) What are Biofuels and its types? Enumerate the challenges in biofuel adoption. To what extent can the Global Biofuels Alliance help in addressing these challenges? (250 Words/15 Marks)
Q1) India’s path to achieve net zero emissions by 2070 is beset with multiple challenges. Identifying these challenges, suggest measures to help India achieve the net-zero target. (250 Words/15 Marks) Net zero emission refers to an ideal state where the amount of greenhouse gases (GHGs) added into the atmosphere is balanced by the amount of…
Q1) What are the primary challenges faced in managing Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in India? Evaluate the role of Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plants in creating a more effective solid waste management paradigm. (250 Words/15 Marks) Municipal solid waste (MSW) refers to the waste generated by households and non-industrial activities in urban areas. Although, not as hazardous…
Q1) ‘Vampiric overconsumption’ of fresh water resources is threatening the global water security. Discuss the reasons for crisis of availability and access to freshwater resources. Give two examples of traditional water harvesting systems that can help improve contemporary water management strategies.  (250 Words/15 Marks) IPCC 6th Assessment Report points towards a threat to global water…