GENERAL STUDIES 1

Q 1. Explain the significance of informed consent in the context of abortion. What legal

provisions ensure that a woman’s right to consent is protected in the abortion process in India? (10 marks)

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/termination-of-pregnancy-plea-sc-asks-which- court-will-say-stop-fetal-heartbeat/article67407060.ece

GENERAL STUDIES 2

Q 2. Explain the role of international organizations such as the United Nations in addressing issues related to India-China relations. What are the recent resolutions and discussions in this regard? (10 marks)

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-china-agree-to-maintain-momentum-of- dialogue-and-negotiations/article67409249.ece

GENERAL STUDIES 2

Q 3. Evaluate the role of multilateral organizations, such as the Commonwealth and the United Nations, in India-Canada relations. How do India and Canada cooperate on international platforms? (10 marks)

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/jaishankar-met-canada-foreign-minister-amid-row- says-report-8978943/

GENERAL STUDIES 3

Q 4. Explain the concept of nuclear energy and its various applications. Discuss the potential role of nuclear power in mitigating climate change. (15 marks)

https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/india-needs-to-go-nuclear-8978909/

GENERAL STUDIES 3

Q 5. Examine the challenges and opportunities in expanding access to affordable drugs in rural and underserved areas of India. What strategies can be employed to bridge the urban- rural healthcare divide? (15 marks)

https://www.unodc.org/unodc/frontpage/2023/October/cheaper-than-a-cup-of-coffee— how-unodcs-synthetic-drug-strategy-can-be-used-to-curb-the-threat-of-synthetic-drugs-in- southeast-asia-and-the-pacific.html

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