Civil Services Prep

Why is nanotechnology one of the key technologies of the 21st century? Describe the salient features of the Indian Government’s Mission on Nanoscience and Technology and the scope of its application in the development process of the country.

Model answer

  1. Give an account of the current status and the targets to be achieved pertaining to renewable energy sources in the country. Discuss in brief the importance of the National Programme on Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs). 12.5 marks
  2. Discuss the role of land reforms in agricultural development. Identify the factors that were responsible for the success of land reforms in India. 12.5 marks
  3. Given the vulnerability of Indian agriculture to vagaries of nature, discuss the need for crop insurance and bring out the salient features of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). 12.5 marks
  4. The frequency of urban floods due to high-intensity rainfall has increased over the years. Discussing the reasons for urban floods highlight the mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during such events. 12.5 marks
  5. How globalization has led to the reduction of employment in the formal sector of the Indian economy? Is increased informalization detrimental to the development of the country? 12.5 marks
  6. What is water-use efficiency? Describe the role of micro-irrigation in increasing the water-use efficiency. 12.5 marks