Making sense of the ‘freebies’ issue

Source: The post is based on the article “Making sense of the ‘freebies’ issue” published in The Hindu on 3rd August 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes. Relevance: India’s subsidy burden. News: Recently, Prime Minister warned youth not to get carried… Continue reading Making sense of the ‘freebies’ issue

[Answered] Artificial Intelligence powered solutions can enable farmers to do more with less and improve farm productivity. In the light of the statement, highlight the applications of AI for agriculture and discuss the challenges in its adoption and implementation.

Introduction: Contextual introduction. Body: Write some applications of AI for agriculture.  Also, write some challenges in its adoption and implementation. Conclusion: Write a way forward. As per NITI Aayog, by 2035, Artificial Intelligence has the potential to add $1 trillion to India’s economy.  AI can enable farmers to extract and analyse information such as weather, temperature, water consumption… Continue reading [Answered] Artificial Intelligence powered solutions can enable farmers to do more with less and improve farm productivity. In the light of the statement, highlight the applications of AI for agriculture and discuss the challenges in its adoption and implementation.

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[Answered] What is International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)? How INSTC can help India consolidate its multi-alignment strategy?

Introduction: Contextual introduction. Body: Explain how INSTC can help India consolidate its multi-alignment strategy. Conclusion: Write a way forward. International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) is a 7,200-km multi-modal transport corridor that combines road, rail and maritime routes connecting Russia and India via Central Asia and Iran. The corridor is expected to consolidate the emerging Eurasian Free Trade… Continue reading [Answered] What is International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)? How INSTC can help India consolidate its multi-alignment strategy?

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[Answered] The widespread understanding and use of the RTI is a shining example of participatory democracy. In the light of the statement, suggest measures to protect whistleblowers in India.

Introduction: Contextual introduction. Body: Explain how RTI promotes participatory democracy. Also, write some measures to protect whistleblowers in India. Conclusion: Write a way forward. Right to Information Act, 2005 mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information. The RTI Act was introduced with the sole objective of empowering people, containing corruption, and bringing transparency and accountability… Continue reading [Answered] The widespread understanding and use of the RTI is a shining example of participatory democracy. In the light of the statement, suggest measures to protect whistleblowers in India.

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[Answered] The trend of Indian students going abroad for higher education continues to rise at a rapid pace. What are the factors that are aggravating this trend and suggest some measures to stop it.

Introduction: Contextual introduction. Body: Write some factors why Indian students going abroad for higher education and suggest some measures to stop it. Conclusion: Write a way forward. The number of Indian students choosing to study abroad has steadily increased over the years. Though there was a sudden drop in the numbers during the pandemic and lockdowns, a… Continue reading [Answered] The trend of Indian students going abroad for higher education continues to rise at a rapid pace. What are the factors that are aggravating this trend and suggest some measures to stop it.

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[Answered] In the light of the recent Supreme Court judgment, discuss the usefulness of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act 2002.

Introduction: Contextual introduction. Body: Write some points related to the usefulness of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act 2002 after the SC judgement.Conclusion: Write a way forward. The Supreme Court has upheld the twin conditions for bail under amended Section 45 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. PMLA, 2002 was enacted to fight against… Continue reading [Answered] In the light of the recent Supreme Court judgment, discuss the usefulness of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act 2002.

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[Answered] While we celebrate the recovery of tiger populations only by looking at numbers, we must not lose sight of other factors that are critical to their continued survival. Evaluate the statement.  

Introduction: Contextual introduction. Body: Write some achievements of India in Tiger Conservation. Also, write some other factors critical for their survival. Conclusion: Write a way forward. Tiger is a unique animal which plays a pivotal role in the health and diversity of an ecosystem. It is a top predator which is at the apex of the food chain and keeps the… Continue reading [Answered] While we celebrate the recovery of tiger populations only by looking at numbers, we must not lose sight of other factors that are critical to their continued survival. Evaluate the statement.  

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[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 3rd, 2022

Good Morning Friends, Following are today’s Mains Marathon Questions. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2-3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam. Write your answers in… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 3rd, 2022

Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 3, 2022

About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers several newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Livemint, etc. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 3, 2022

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