Q1) While the Emergency of 1975 was touted as seminal for national security and unity by some, the critics paint it as the darkest phase of Post Independent India. Discuss. What insights and lessons did emergency provide for the country? ANS Emergency under Article 352 of the constitution gives extraordinary power to the central government…
Q1) Examine the causes that led to tribal unrest during British rule in India. Analyse the reasons for their limited success. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Tribal unrest in British India can be referred to as the uprisings by tribal groups against various British policies. The reasons for the tribal unrest can be seen from: The…
Q1) Digital technologies can play a significant role in bridging the gender gap in India; however, it is mired in its own set of challenges. Discuss. (150 Words/10 Marks)
Q1) Even after seven decades of independence, the colonial mindset continues to cast its shadow on Indian society. Examine. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Colonial mindset refers to post-colonial ways of thinking and living that are shaped by the hegemony of colonial experience. Influence of colonial past are tangible even after seven decades of independence: Disproportionate…
Q1) The Aspirational Blocks Programme, built upon the success of the Aspirational Districts Programme, can help in achieving the twin objectives of enabling balanced growth and checking stressed migration. Comment. (150 Words/10 Marks)
Q1) Enumerate the factors behind the proliferation of the IT industry in India. Also, Explain the reasons behind the skewed concentration of the IT industry within the country. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS The IT industry in India has been a flag-bearer of socio-economic transformation of the country. The factors behind the proliferation of IT Industry…
Q1) The Arab-Israeli conflict should be understood as a product of both internal dynamics and the outcome of manipulative strategies employed by imperial powers. Comment. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS The Arab-Israeli conflict refers to the long drawn political, religious and military conflict in the Middle East region between Arab nations and Israel. The conflict has…
Q1) How did the British education policy in colonial India fuel the rise of Indian nationalism instead of achieving its intended purpose of perpetuating Indian subjugation? (150 Words/10 Marks) Ans The British education policy in India aimed to serve the vested colonial interests. The British education policy subjugated Indians further, as can be seen from:…
Q1) Analyse the significance of the Civil Disobedience Movement in India’s freedom struggle, considering its extent, reach, and revolutionary zeal. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS The Civil Disobedience Movement was a national movement against oppressive British regime. The movement holds a unique place in India’s freedom struggle: Extent of participation: Women played a leading role, picketing…
Q1) How does the study of numismatics contribute to the unraveling of India’s history? Explain with suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Numismatics, or the study of coins, is one of the most reliable sources of information for deciphering the history of a country. In India, punch-marked coins from the Mahajanpada period (6th century-2nd century…