{"id":160596,"date":"2022-01-13T16:41:39","date_gmt":"2022-01-13T11:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.forumias.com\/?p=160596"},"modified":"2022-09-08T16:20:27","modified_gmt":"2022-09-08T10:50:27","slug":"how-forumias-blogs-current-affairs-were-useful-for-upsc-mains-2021-general-studies-2-and-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/how-forumias-blogs-current-affairs-were-useful-for-upsc-mains-2021-general-studies-2-and-3\/","title":{"rendered":"How ForumIAS Blog’s Current Affairs were Useful for aspirants in UPSC Mains 2021 General Studies 2 and 3?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dear Friends,<\/p>\n

It’s a moment of joy for us, and equally so for the aspirants who’ve been following our blog initiatives sincerely.<\/p>\n

Many of the questions that came in UPSC GS Mains 2021 GS Papers 2 and 3 were covered on the<\/span> ForumIAS blog <\/a><\/strong>under various initiatives, like<\/span><\/em>, the 9PM Brief,<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a07PM Editorial<\/a> and other initiatives.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

More than 70% of questions<\/strong> were such that they could be answered by anyone following our daily blog initiatives sincerely. Many aspirants have loved and appreciated our efforts throughout the year and we are glad that we were helpful for aspirants in scoring well in the Mains examination.<\/p>\n

We are confident that the regular readers of our blog will surely score well in their UPSC GS Mains papers this year.<\/p>\n

Here is a segregated list containing questions and the equivalent sources (articles) on our blog:<\/p>\n

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Q1. <\/span><\/b>\u2018Constitutional Morality\u2019 is rooted in the Constitution itself and <\/span>i<\/span>s founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of \u2018Constitutional Morality\u2019 with the help of relevant judicial decisions.\u00a0<\/span>(150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>What is Constitutional morality? How does one uphold Constitutional morality? Discuss its importance in public services?<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q2. <\/span><\/b>Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.<\/span> (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Issue of Gender gap in judiciary \u2013 Explained, pointwise (7PM Editorial)<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>CJI voices support for 50% representation for women in judiciary<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Gender deficit in Indian judicial system<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q3.<\/span><\/b> How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the states to improve their fiscal position?<\/span> (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/td>\n–<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q4. <\/span><\/b>To what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India? <\/span>(150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Declining Role of Parliament in Ensuring Accountability of Executive<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Parliamentary debates: significance, issues and way forward: Explained, pointwise<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Functioning of Parliament: Challenges and way forward \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 4<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Parliamentary Standing committee: role and significance<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q5.<\/span><\/b> \u201cPressure groups play a vital role in influencing public policy making in India.\u201d Explain how the business associations contribute to public policies. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>What are Pressure groups? Role and significance<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Importance of Pressure groups in ensuring good governance<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q6. <\/span><\/b>\u201cBesides being a moral imperative of Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary pre-condition for sustainable development.\u201d Analyze. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Recent steps taken by the Govt to improve India\u2019s healthcare system<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q7.<\/span><\/b> \u201c\u2018Earn while you learn\u2019 scheme needs to be strengthened to make vocational education and skill training meaningful.\u201d Comment.<\/span> (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Bringing skills and education closer<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Skill development in India<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Bridging Gap Of Industry Linkages In Skill Training<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q8.<\/span><\/b> Can the vicious cycle of gender inequality, poverty and malnutrition be broken through microfinancing of women SHGs? Explain with examples. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>SHG-led women empowerment<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q9. <\/span><\/b>\u201cIf the last few decades were of Asia\u2019s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa\u2019s.\u201d In the light of this statement, examine India\u2019s influence in Africa in recent years. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>India-Africa relations \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>\u201cIndia-Africa relation and trade is crucial for India to achieve $5 trillion economic goal\u201d. Discuss.<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Crafting a unique partnership with Africa<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q10. <\/span><\/b>\u201cThe USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.\u201d Explain. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong>
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Q11.<\/span><\/b> The jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probe within a particular state is being questioned by various States. However, the power of States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India.<\/span> (250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span>
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/strong>: <\/span>The Issue of Withdrawal of General Consent to CBI \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: General consent for CBI: The law, and political reasons for its denial<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q12.<\/span><\/b> Though the Human Rights Commissions have contributed immensely to the protection of human rights in India, yet they have failed to assert themselves against the mighty and powerful. Analyzing their structural and practical limitations, suggest remedial measures.\u00a0<\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nArticle<\/strong>:<\/span> Effectiveness of \u2018The National and State Human Rights Commissions\u2019<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q13.<\/span><\/b> Analyze the distinguishing features of the notion of Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India. (250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0 <\/span>
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Q14.<\/span><\/b> Explain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legislative Councils with suitable illustrations. (250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/strong>:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Role played by State Legislative Councils and their effectiveness<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: Need and importance of legislative councils<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q15.<\/span><\/b> Do Department -related Parliamentary Standing Committees keep the administration on its toes and inspire reverence for parliamentary control? Evaluate the working of such committees with suitable examples. (250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nArticle<\/strong>: <\/span>Need and significance of parliamentary standing committees in Indian Democracy<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q16. <\/span><\/b>Has digital illiteracy, particularly in rural areas, couple with lack of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification. (250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article<\/strong>: <\/span>\u201cRight to Internet access and digital literacy should be recognised as a right in itself.\u201d Discuss in the light of digital inequalities in India.<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q17. <\/span><\/b>\u201cThough women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and feminist movement has been patriarchal.\u201d Apart from women education and women empowerment schemes, what interventions can help change this milieu? (250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0 <\/span>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article1<\/strong>: <\/span>The Indian women\u2019s movement can only grow by being inclusive<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: Misinformation through Feminist Lens<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: Gender budgeting and women empowerment<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 4<\/strong>: [Yojana September Summary] SHG-led Women Empowerment \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q18. <\/span><\/b>Can Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organizations present an alternative model of public service delivery to benefit the common citizen. Discuss the challenges of this alternative model.\u00a0<\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nArticle<\/strong>: <\/span>Discuss the importance of NGOs in India\u2019s development process. Do you think present legal and regulatory mechanisms are adequate for efficient working of NGOs?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q19. <\/span><\/b>Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. What importance does it hold for India. (250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/strong>: Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: Can the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation be the regional body that stabilises Afghanistan?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: PM calls on SCO to act against radicalization<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q20.<\/span><\/b> The newly tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China\u2019s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the strenght and impact of AUKUS in the present scenario. <\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/strong>: <\/span>AUKUS Security Alliance \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: With AUKUS dividing the Western bloc, is there a role for India?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: AUKUS could rock China\u2019s boat in the Indo-Pacific<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q1.<\/strong> Explain the difference between computing methodology of India\u2019s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) before the year 2015 and after the year 2015. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/b><\/td>\nArticle: Changes brought in GDP Calculations in 2015<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q2.<\/strong> Distinguish between Capital Budget and Revenue Budget. Explain the components of both these Budgets. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/b><\/td>\nArticle:\u00a0 What are components of Budget? <\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q3.<\/strong> How did land reforms in some parts of the country help to improve the socio-economic conditions of marginal and small farmers? (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1: Various land reforms in India Before and after independence <\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Article 2: Discuss various land reforms in India? How they lead to agricultural efficiency and social equity<\/a>?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q4.<\/strong> How and to what extent would micro-irrigation help in solving India\u2019s water crisis? (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1: Micro-irrigation: The way ahead for sustainable agriculture<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Article 2: Explain the benefits of micro-irrigation over the conventional irrigation systems. Also mention various challenges in the adoption of this technology. <\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Article 3: What is water-use efficiency? Describe the role of micro-irrigation in increasing the water-use efficiency.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Article 4: An SOS call from the Indian micro-irrigation industry\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q5.<\/strong> How is S-400 air defence system technically superior to any other system presently available in the world? (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nArticle: S-400 Triumf Missile system \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q6.<\/strong> Explain the purpose of the Green Grid Initiative launched at World Leaders Summit of the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow in November, 2021. When was this idea first floated in the International Solar Alliance (ISA)? (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>What is the ggi osowog project? – Explained, pointwise<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>India UK launch first transnational solar grid plan on osowog initiative<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Green Grids Initiative-One Sun One World One Grid Northwest Europe Cooperative Event<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q7.<\/strong> Describe the key points of the revised Global Air Quality Guidelines (AQGs) recently released by the World Health Organisation (WHO). How are these different from its last update in 2005? What changes in India\u2019s National Clean Air Programme are required to achieve these revised standards? (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>WHO says air pollution kills 7 million a year, toughens guidelines<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>New Evidence Led To WHO\u2019s New Air Quality Standard<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>WHO\u2019s new air quality standards underline the health-pollution link. It\u2019s time policies take a holistic approach<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q8.<\/strong> Discuss about the vulnerability of India to earthquake related hazards. Give examples including the salient features of major disasters caused by earthquakes in different parts of India during the last three decades. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n–<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q9.<\/strong> Discuss how emerging technologies and <\/span>globalization<\/span> contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering both at national and international levels. (150 words<\/strong><\/span>, 10 marks<\/span>)<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>[Answered]Discuss various measures undertaken by the government to curb and control black money. To what extent have these measures been able to address the problem of black money in India.<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>[Answered] Critically analyse the role and effectiveness of FATF (Financial Action Task Force) in combating the financing of terrorism.<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q10.<\/strong> Keeping in view India\u2019s internal security, analyse the impact of cross-border cyber-attacks. Also discuss defensive measures against these sophisticated attacks. (150 words, 10 marks)<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Article 1<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Cyber attacks and Cyber Security in India \u2013 Explained, Pointwise<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Cyberattacks in india and institutional arrangements for cybersecurity<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 4<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Need of strengthening cyber resilience of civilian infrastructure<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 5<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Increasing cyber threat and need for cyber strategy<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 6<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>[Answered]Discuss various threats and challenges to cyber-security in India. What initiatives are being taken by the government to enhance cyber-security in India?<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Article 7<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>[Answered] \u201cTo showcase itself as a legitimate power in cyberspace, India have to shed its piecemeal approach about cybersecurity.\u201d Examine critically.<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q11.<\/strong> Do you agree that the Indian economy has recently experienced V- shapes recovery?Give reasons in support of your answer. (250 words, 15 marks)<\/strong><\/span>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/strong>: Indian economy witnessing V-shaped recovery: Finance Ministry report<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2: Where\u2019s The V-Shaped Recovery?<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3: Indian economic recovery \u2013 Unlock phases<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 4:<\/strong> Where\u2019s The V-Shaped Recovery?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q12.<\/strong> \u201cInvestment in infrastructure is essential for more rapid and inclusive economic growth. \u201dDiscuss in the light of India\u2019s experience. (250 words, 15 marks)<\/strong><\/span>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/strong>: PM Gati Shakti \u2013 National Infrastructure Master Plan \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: Infrastructure and manufacturing led growth in India<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 4<\/strong>: [Answered] Explain the key issues in infrastructure financing in India. What steps have been taken by the government to address these issues?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 5<\/strong>: [Answered]What is National Infrastructure Pipeline? Discuss its need and significance in light of India\u2019s aim to become a $5 trillion economy.<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: Statsguru: Six charts show India\u2019s infrastructure projects in a slow lane<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Q13.<\/strong> What are the salient features of the National Food Security Act, 2013 ? How has the Food Security Bill helped in eliminating hunger and malnutrition in India? (250 words, 15 marks)<\/strong><\/span>
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Article 1<\/strong>: National Food Security Act, 2013<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: The way to tackle malnutrition<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: Food security in India and its challenges- Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q14. <\/span><\/b>What are the present challenges before crop diversification? How do emerging technologies provide an opportunity for crop diversification? <\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/b>
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Q15. <\/span><\/b>What are the research and developmental achievements in applied biotechnology\/? How will these achievements help to uplift the poorer sections of the society? <\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Article 1<\/strong>: [Answered] Examine how Biotechnology sector can emerge as engine of economic growth and societal change?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: Year-End- Review-2021- Ministry of Science and Technology<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: [Answered]Examine the role of biotechnology in achieving food security in India. What are various challenges faced by biotechnology sector in India?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 4<\/strong>: Union Minister says North East to be developed as India\u2019s Bio-Economic Hub<\/b><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q16.<\/span><\/b> The Nobel Prize in Physics of 2014 was jointly awarded to Akasaki, Amano and Nakamura for the invention of Blue LEDs in 1990s. How has this invention impacted the everyday life of human beings?\u00a0<\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/b>
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Q17.<\/span><\/b> Describe the major outcomes of the 26<\/span>th<\/span> session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). What are the commitments made by India in this conference? <\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td>\nArticle 1<\/strong>: Glasgow Climate Pact \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: India announces new climate targets at COP26 \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q18. <\/span><\/b>Describe the various causes and the effects of landslides. Mention the important components of the National Landslide Risk Management Strategy. <\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/b><\/td>\nArticle<\/strong>: Landslides in India: impacts and management \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Q19.<\/span><\/b> Analyse the multidimens\u0131onal challenges posed by external state and non-state actors, to the internal security of India. Also discuss measures required to be taken to combat these threats. <\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span><\/td>\n		Article 1<\/strong>: Refugees from Myanmar and India\u2019s internal Security challenge<\/b><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: Implications of the rise of Taliban for India \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: Maritime Security Challenges \u2013 Explained, Pointwise<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 4<\/strong>: Cyber attacks and Cyber Security in India \u2013 Explained Pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Q20. <\/span><\/b>Analyse the complexity and intensity of terrorism, its causes, linkages and obnoxious nexus. Also suggest measures required to be taken to eradicate the menace of terrorism. <\/span>(250 words, 15 marks)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Article 1<\/strong>: Implications of the rise of Taliban for India \u2013 Explained, pointwise<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 2<\/strong>: [Answered] \u201cWorld is facing an unprecedented threat from intolerance, violent extremism and terrorism, exacerbating conflicts and destabilising entire regions\u201d. Discuss how India should tackle the growing threat of extremism and terrorism in the region?<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Article 3<\/strong>: [Answered] \u201cMedia is a very important organ to fight terrorism.\u201d In light of this discuss the critical role media need to play in fight against the terrorism?<\/b><\/a>
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Dear Friends, It’s a moment of joy for us, and equally so for the aspirants who’ve been following our blog initiatives sincerely. Many of the questions that came in UPSC GS Mains 2021 GS Papers 2 and 3 were covered on the ForumIAS blog under various initiatives, like, the 9PM Brief,\u00a07PM Editorial and other initiatives.… Continue reading How ForumIAS Blog’s Current Affairs were Useful for aspirants in UPSC Mains 2021 General Studies 2 and 3?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10328,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,9],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-160596","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-announcements","category-public","entry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","views":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160596","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10328"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=160596"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160596\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=160596"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=160596"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=160596"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}