Category: Mains Marathon Questions

1. According to recent, World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index 2020, the participation of women in the labour force is among the lowest in the world. What are various reasons for this. Suggest some measures to reduce gender gap in India. The Hindu 2. A faulty implementation of the NRC could create a human… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 27, 2019

1. What is meant by constitutional morality? How does one uphold constitutional morality? Discuss its importance in a public services. The Hindu 2. Discuss the role played by State Legislative Councils. How are they different from the Rajya Sabha? Also examine their usefulness for Indian states. The Hindu 3. Discuss the significance of the Vaikom… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 26, 2019

1. The current economic slowdown is a result of both cyclical and structural factors. Comment. The Hindu 2. With India and the USA coming closer to each other in the international arena, new challenges have emerged in India-Iran relations. Discuss. The Hindu 3. Discuss the objectives of Ujjwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY). Critically examine its… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 24, 2019

1. “There is an urgent need to reform the criminal justice system in India.” Discuss in light of recent failures of criminal justice in India. Indian Express 2. How effective has the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana been? Examine. Also, discuss its significance. The Hindu 3. “Indian economy is undergoing a Four Balance Sheet (FBS) problem”.… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 23, 2019

1. “Population stabilisation efforts need to address existing socio-cultural barriers and ensure multi-sectoral participation.” Comment. The Hindu 2. What do you understand by the term disinvestment? Critically examine the policy of disinvestment in India. The Hindu 3. Discuss various measures undertaken by the government to curb and control black money. To what extent have these… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 21, 2019

1. It is said that ‘capital punishment provides neither justice nor deterrence against any crime’. Do you agree? Justify your answer. The Hindu 2. “Crime rate against Scheduled castes and scheduled tribe remains high despite of various safeguards in place.” Examine. The Hindu 3. Discuss the Right to Information Act’s role in fostering a more… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 20, 2019

1. What is ‘digital divide’? What are its implications? Also suggest measures to bridge the digital divide in India. The Hindu 2. “Climate change and unprecedented floods resulting from cloud bursts have facilitated the introduction of aquatic invasive alien species into new habitats in India.” Discuss the threat posed by invasive alien species on native… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 19, 2019

1. What are the important functions of the Finance Commission? Discuss the terms of reference of the 15th finance commission and various apprehensions about it. The Hindu 2. “Section 124A of IPC has become as a tool of oppression to suppress the voice of many” Do you agree? Discuss whether it should be scrapped from… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 18, 2019

1. What measures have been taken by the government to create a conducive environment for the disabled community? Discuss various reasons for limited impact of such initiatives. The Hindu 2. What are the salient features of Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan. Discuss various issues related to the scheme. The Hindu 3. “Urban infrastructure is… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 17, 2019

1. “The newly passed amendment to the Citizenship Act redefines the way migrants can become Indian citizens.” In light of this discuss various concerns related to it. Why such an amendment is needed? Indian Express 2. Discuss various reasons behind Brexit. How Brexit would impact India? The Hindu 3. Critically analyse the progress made in… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 16, 2019