Civil Services Prep

Explain how narcoterrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narcoterrorism.

Model answer

  1. What were the factors responsible for the successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of the country? Elaborate. 10 marks
  2. Describe the context and salient features of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. 10 marks
  3. What role do Environmental NGOs and activists play in influencing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outcomes for major projects in India? Cite four examples with all important details. 10 marks
  4. Discuss the merits and demerits of the four ‘Labour Codes’ in the context of labour market reforms in India. What has been the progress so far in these regards? 15 marks
  5. India has a long and troubled border with China and Pakistan fraught with contentious issues. Examine the conflicting issues and security challenges along the border. Also give out the development being undertaken in these areas under the Border Area Development Programme (BADP) and Border Infrastructure and Management (BIM) Scheme. 15 marks
  6. What is the need for expanding the regional air connectivity in India? In this context, discuss the government’s UDAN Scheme and its achievements. 15 marks