GENERAL STUDIES 2
Q 1.What are the key factors that have contributed to the successful functioning of democracy in India, and how have they shaped the nation’s political landscape? (150 words)
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/democracy-in-india-a-gift-and-a- warning/article67193543.ece
GENERAL STUDIES 2
Q 2. Discuss the challenges and implications of media regulation in India on freedom of expression, media independence, and its role in ensuring a well-informed citizenry? (150 words)
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/supreme-court-wary-of-government- regulating-media-calls-for-strong-self-regulatory-mechanisms-101692034782470.html#:~:text=The%20Supreme%20Court%20on%20Monday,be%20made%20strong%20and%20effective.
GENERAL STUDIES 3
Q 3. Examine the geological and environmental factors that contribute to landslide occurrences in various regions of India, and evaluate the measures that can be undertaken for effective risk mitigation and disaster management? (150 words)
GENERAL STUDIES 3
Q 4. Analyse the causes, consequences, and potential policy measures to address the persistent trends of retail inflation in India, considering its impact on economic stability and public welfare? (250 words)
GENERAL STUDIES 2
Q 5. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is viewed as a cardinal subset of China’s larger ‘One Belt One Road’ initiative. Give a brief description of CPEC and enumerate the reasons why India has distanced itself from the same? (250 words)