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Following are today’s Mains Marathon Questions.
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Questions
1) A number of countries, including India, are now considering the use of other currencies to avoid the U.S. dollar. In the light of the statement, how far do you think, Rupee-Rouble trade will be beneficial for Indian Economy.
2) Highlight the need to create greater collaborations and synergies between research on human health and animal health. Also, discuss the measures taken by the government in this regard.
Additional points-
It will help Rupee become an international currency paving way for inclusion in SDR.
It will help increase Russian FDI in India
Inclusion in SDR is not so straightforward. India doesn’t have Capital Account Convertibility which is the biggest hurdle. Second, India’s share in global exports is very low (< 2%) at present. Chinese Renminbi got into SDR despite not having Capital Account Convertibility because China has huge share in global exports ~15% (higher than the US). Moreover, IMF/WB are controlled by the US/EU. Idea of Rupee-Ruble trade will not be acceptable to them, so they'll not be very enthusiastic to push the case of Rupee's inclusion in the SDR.
Oh ok, Thank you for correction.
I need a help. Could you please tell me how can I write so many points in all the topics. I haven’t started answer writing yet, but have been preparing for a while.
Start writing. Initially focus on expressing your thoughts. Don’t bother about time limit for now. Try to understand the theme of the question and write accordingly. If you don’t know about the issue, search and study to develop an understanding. Then write, and try to follow word limit.
Once you develop an understanding what to write (It will come with practice), start focusing on time (finish the answer within 9 minutes).
The nature of questions that are asked here will also help you develop a habit of what to read/skip in the articles.
ok…. Thank you
Great Answer! Content is good with wide coverage of points. Some suggestions:
1. You can quote some data in introduction e.g., the share of US$ in global currency reserves is ~60% and international trade is ~70%.
2. Try to use keywords that will help differentiate Your answer e.g., ‘currency as economic weapon’ in point 1.
3. Under benefits, add point that it can provide an avenue to enhance India’s exports to Russia and help reduce trade deficit.
4. Under challenges, add point of settlement of rupee-rouble transactions as private entities will be reluctant to accept rupee or rouble. Dollar being a global currency has more acceptance as it can be used in multiple transactions with multiple nations. Rupee-Ruble is limited to India-Russia trade only.
thank you the data and the keyword.
would really appreciate if more such key words been told.
I’m struggling with conveying my message and result in writing too much.
regards
Please review and let me know my mistakes
Awesome! You have covered all the dimensions (including not asked in the question directly). Proper structure as well. Only one suggestion would be to mention zoonotic disease in the introduction itself, when You have mentioned the pandemic. Add its definition in one line also. All else is great!
Okay noted!
Thanku for the review
Great answer! Only suggestion would be to add a simple definition of zoonotic diseases. You can mention some challenges to collaboration in 2-3 lines (no need to elaborate much).
Thank you very much
Great answer! Nothing to suggest. Keep an eye on the word limit.
Great answer! One point missed is that of economic importance of animal husbandry and disease prevention. Points related to Xenotransplantation/AMR are unique and really good. In AMR, add that one of the reasons is overuse of antibiotics in animals. Could have added the 1-line definition of zoonotic diseases also.
You need to provide structure to the answer. Merely listing the points does not leave a good impression. Categorize the answer in headings like first
Introduction: Begin by writing the central role of US$ by quoting its share in international trade and reserves.
Then highlight what are the issues with over-dependence on US$ and why countries are trying to shift to other currencies. List out benefits of shift/Ruble-Rupee trade. Highlight the challenges and way forward etc.
Provide headings for each of these sections. This will help make the answer more readable.
thank so much for review my answer i will work on it.
Good attempt! Many good points have been mentioned, handwriting is also neat, easy to read. Some suggestions:
1. Your present approach of writing is more suitable for essay. In GS, using point-wise approach is more suitable.
2. Try to provide clear headings in the answer, like in this answer, suitable headings are Introduction, Need/Benefits of Rupee-Ruble trade, Challenges, followed by conclusion.
3. Some more points can be added in the answer, You can refer to answer by other aspirants.
Regular practice is necessary to improve the writing skills, so keep writing 🙂
Suggest for my answer too this is my first answer, i first read some answers uploaded here and then tried to write mine
This is very good! You have understood what is required of a quality answer like good introduction with definition, proper headings, bullet points, good structure and flow according to the question statement. Nice use of schematics/diagrams.
Keep it up! You can follow this approach for some time, till You develop confidence to write on Your own, and then focus on the aspect of time.
Keep writing 🙂
Feelin confidence Thanking you ..