Ques 1. Assess the impact of the Indus Valley Civilization on India’s cultural and socioeconomic development. (150 words)

https://www.outlookindia.com/travel/recent-excavations-in-haryana-s-rakhigarhi-thrownew-light-on-indus-valley-civilisation-news-195971

Ques 2. Explain the significance of ISRO’s recent New Year launch, specifically focusing on
the deployment of a special space observatory and X-ray telescope. How do these missions
contribute to India’s space exploration capabilities, and what potential scientific
advancements do they offer? (150 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/science/isros-new-year-launch-special-spaceobservatory-x-ray-telescope-9090034/

Ques 3. In your opinion, assess the role of Minimum Support Price (MSP) in India’s
agricultural landscape. Discuss its effectiveness in stabilizing farmers’ incomes and its
impact on agricultural policies? (150 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/ministries-flagged-msp-concerns-low-returns-torising-oil-imports-9091101/

Ques 4. Evaluate India’s interests and engagements in the Red Sea region and suggest
diplomatic strategies to safeguard its interests in this crucial maritime corridor. (250 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/business/economy/houthi-threat-notwithstanding-itssmooth-sailing-for-russian-oil-through-red-sea-9091065/

Ques 5. Discuss the socio-economic challenges in Northeast India, emphasizing issues of
connectivity, insurgency, and cultural diversity. Evaluate government initiatives aimed at
addressing these challenges? (250 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/northeast-invented-52-years-9088425/