Civil Services Prep

Define mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics.

Model answer

  1. Why is the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) needed? How does it help in navigation? 10 marks
  2. The Caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, the caste system cannot be eradicated in India.” Comment. 10 marks
  3. Safeguarding the Indian art heritage is the need of the moment. Comment. 10 marks
  4. Despite the implementation of various programmes for the eradication of poverty by the government in India, poverty still exists. Explain by giving reasons. 10 marks
  5. How is the Indian concept of secularism different from the Western model of secularism? Discuss. 10 marks
  6. Mention core strategies for the transformation of aspirational districts in India and explain the nature of convergence, collaboration and competition for its success. 15 marks