Date of Interview: 7.01.2026
Board: Sujata Chaturvedi ma’am
Optional: Sociology
DAF: Sociology, ECE, working in Industries department (J&K) (nothing from hobby)(Last one to go in the evening)
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Chairman
How are you feeling? What were you thinking while sitting on the chair outside? I responded that I was just reflecting that this was the third time my interview was last (twice in state pcs). so I was smiling at the coincidence.
Which topic do you want us to have discussion on? I first chose US-Venezuela. She said its too boring. Then I chose Semiconductor and India’s progress. Discussion on this began.
Pax silica
Is India a late entrant into this field?
What is USA’s take on climate change? Discussion on this
Member 1
Explain working of touchscreen
Monologue on generation gap within families and intra-family tensions; Gen-Z, who teaches GenZ about being independent and autonomous; so should we ban social media
Role of mobile phones in families. What to do? Should we ban use of phones inside homes? Discussion followed
Member 2
Current tensions between Israel and Gaza; what is Oslo Accord and its status
What is the China-Taiwan issue?
What is the importance of Taiwan in technology sector?
Status of UN. Why not disband it and have a new organisation which better reflects current realities?
Member 3
Problems of Apple growers in Kashmir
Features of J&K Industrial Policy
Which industries have recently invested in J&K and what are the international investments?
Status of Lithium discovery in J&K
Member 4
We spend so much on defence. Dont you think we should focus more on health and education?
Dont you think we should not possess nuclear weapons? They are a threat to humanity?
Status of women empowerment in India. Is it really working? Give specific examples. What else should we do for women?
Chairperson:
Discussion continues on women empowerment. What is the status in J&K? Be specific. What have you observed ever since you have begun observing the society? Region wise: jammu, kashmir, Pir panjal? Are women entering STEM fields? How conservative and how liberal etc
Name one woman from your district who is popular and well-educated.
Alright, that brings us to the end of your interview.
Despite being the last one to go, they were in no haste. Very cordial.
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