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Explain the role of millets for ensuring health and nutritional security in India. (150 words)

Millets, known as “nutri-cereals,” are drought-resistant crops rich in essential nutrients like protein, iron, calcium, and fiber. They offer a sustainable solution to India’s nutritional…

What were the factors responsible for the successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of the country? Elaborate. (150 words)

Land reforms in India aimed to abolish feudal structures and ensure equitable land distribution, notably succeeding in states like West Bengal and Kerala due to…

What are the causes of persistent high food inflation in India? Comment on the effectiveness of the monetary policy of the RBI to control this type of inflation. (150 words)

India has been witnessing persistent high food inflation in recent years, driven by supply chain disruptions, erratic weather, and rising input costs (2023). This inflation…

Examine the pattern and trend of public expenditure on social services in the post-reforms period in India. To what extent this has been in consonance with achieving the objective of inclusive growth? (150 words)

The post-reform period in India (post-1991) saw a shift towards liberalization, with increased public expenditure on social services like health, education, and infrastructure to promote…

Discuss the geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Maldives for India with a focus on global trade and energy flows. Further also discuss how this relationship affects India’s maritime security and regional stability amidst international competition? (250 words)

The Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, is geopolitically and geostrategically crucial for India, particularly regarding global trade and energy flows. Its proximity to major…

Terrorism has become a significant threat to global peace and security.’ Evaluate the effectiveness of the United Nations Security Council’s Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC) and its associated bodies in addressing and mitigating this threat at the international level. (250 words)

Terrorism poses a grave threat to global peace and security, affecting nations across borders. The United Nations Security Council’s Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC), established in…

e-governance is not just about the routine application of digital technology in service delivery process. It is as much about multifarious interactions for ensuring transparency and accountability. In this context evaluate the role of the ‘Interactive Service Model’ of e-governance. (250 words)

E-governance transcends mere digital service delivery by fostering transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement. The ‘Interactive Service Model’ of e-governance plays a pivotal role in establishing…

The Citizens’ charter has been a landmark initiative in ensuring citizen-centric administration. But it is yet to reach its full potential. Identify the factors hindering the realisation of its promise and suggest measures to overcome them. (250 words)

The Citizens’ Charter, introduced in India in 1997, aims to enhance citizen-centric governance by promoting transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in public services. However, despite its…