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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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29 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. Why does the Constitution of India make provisions regarding ineligibility of certain categories for further employment under the government of India? With examples, critically comment.

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2. Why does India want to introduce a national goods and services tax (GST) replacing all indirect taxes? Explain…

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24 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. Discuss how budgeting take place in India every year. Compare this with the Budget process of the United States Government.

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2. Examine the role played by the radio during freedom struggle.

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3. Critically discuss the major threats to wildlife conservation in India. Explain measures taken by the…

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10 April 2014

Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words

1. What is Agreement on Government Procurement (GPA) under WTO? Should India sign it? What are the benefits? Explain.

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2. Critically comment on the recent developments in the polity and economy of Turkey.

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3. Examine the history of border disputes between India and China. What efforts were made…

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31 March 2014

Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words

1. “That disinvestment remains entirely a political decision – and not a decision taken by a disinvestment commission, such as in some of India’s neighbours or in countries like Mexico – is part of the problem. Yet, even if the decision is depoliticised, problems will remain.” In the light of this statement, analyze the problems…

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18, March 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 Words

1. “In a difficult global environment, a sustainable expansion of India’s economy can only come from productivity-driven increases in domestic employment and wages.” In the context of influence of global economy on India’s, elaborate the statement.

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2. Why is India lacking in defense indigenization?…

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25, February 2014

1. What is the principle behind functioning of a cellphone tower in sending and receiving signals? Is the radiation emitted by such towers harmful to living beings? Examine. (200 Words)

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2. Examine the contribution of ISRO to the field of astronomy. (200 Words)

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3. Critically comment on the need for nuclear disarmament around the world. Explain the…

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19, February 2014

1. How can  capital inadequacy problem of banks, especially public sector banks, be addressed in India? Explain. (200 Words)

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2. How bills are usually passed in the Parliament? Do you think the process requires any modification, especially in bringing more…

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17, February 2014

1. What are the challenges of corruption? How does it impact  society? Comment. (200 Words)

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2. In the light of recent events highlight the importance of choosing quality regulators in both tradeable…