GENERAL STUDIES 3

Q 1. Analyze the impact of MSP on the production and procurement of pulses in India. How can the MSP mechanism be improved to address the issues in pulse cultivation? (150 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/political-pulse/msp-hike-election-telangana-chhattisgarh- rajasthan-madhya-pradesh-mizoram-8989562/

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Q 2. Discuss the significance of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in shaping India’s stance on the Palestine-Israel issue. How has NAM influenced India’s foreign policy in the Middle East? (150 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-friend-of-palestine-israel-hoping-for-positive- role-palestinian-ambassador-to-india-adnan-abu-alhaija-8991546/

GENERAL STUDIES 1

Q 3. Explain the historical and cultural significance of the Jagannath Temple in Puri. How does it play a vital role in the religious and spiritual life of people in the region? (150 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-politics/jagannath-temples-treasure- room-why-has-it-not-been-opened-8991140/

GENERAL STUDIES 2

Q 4. What is the significance of subcategories within OBCs, such as Extremely Backward Classes (EBCs) and Most Backward Classes (MBCs)? Discuss their unique challenges and representation in Indian society. (250 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/obcs-and-subcategories-why-this-has-been-a- hot-button-issue-for-long-8989702/

GENERAL STUDIES 3

Q 5. Explain the concept of ‘Lungs of the Earth’ often associated with the Amazon Rainforest. How does it influence global climate and weather patterns? (250 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-climate/drought-amazon-rainforest- 8989382/