GENERAL STUDIES 1

Q 1. Examine the historical, cultural, and geographical significance of the name ‘Bharat’ for India, and analyze the implications of using ‘Bharat’ alongside ‘India’ as its omcial name in the context of national identity and governance. (150 words)

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-and-bharat-interchangeable-can- be-used-in-omcial-invitation-say-legal-experts/article67274291.ece

GENERAL STUDIES 3

Q 2. What are the potential economic and environmental implications of implementing a global carbon tax, and how might it address the challenges of climate change on a global scale? (150 words)

https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/kenyas-leader-says- climate-change-is-eating-away-africas-gdp-calls-for-talks-on-global-carbon- tax/103395775

GENERAL STUDIES 2

Q 3. In the context of global geopolitics and economic development, analyze the implications of China’s ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative for India, considering its strategic interests, regional influence, and potential challenges? (150 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/g20-summit-india-versus-china-is-also- vasudhaiva-kutumbakam-versus-one-belt-one-road-8926423/

GENERAL STUDIES 2

Q 4. What is the East Asia Summit’s role in promoting regional stability and cooperation, and how does India’s participation in this forum align with its strategic interests in the East Asian region? (250 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/pm-leaves-for-asean-east-asia-summits- today-8926466/

GENERAL STUDIES 1, GENERAL STUDIES 3

Q 5. What are the socio-economic, legal, and ethical implications of the gambling industry, and how should governments strike a balance between regulating gambling activities and addressing potential societal issues associated with it? (250 words)

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/mahadev-online-gambling-case-ed- initiates-process-to-issue-red-corner-notice-against-dubai-based-kingpins-8926385/

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