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APSC Mains 2023-24 General Studies (GS3) Paper-III

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APSC Mains 2023-24 General Studies (GS-3) Paper-III

General Studies-III (Technology, Economic Dev, Biodiversity, Environment, Disaster Management)

 
Full Marks: 250                                                                                                        Time: 3 hours
 
 
1. Describe briefly the salient features of the scheme Mukhya Mantri Nijut Maina (MMNM)’ launched by the Government of Assam to eliminate
child marriages. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
2. Explain the pros and cons of development of railway stations through joint ventures under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. What may be the 
possible reactions of the general public? (Answer in 150 words) 5+5=10
 
3. “Indian Railways is the lifeline of the Indian economy.” Discuss the statement
in the context of three railway corridors announced in the Union Interim
Budget, 2024. (Answer in 150 words) 10 
 
4. Comment on the benefits and challenges of digital economy in India. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
5. Discuss the significance of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana’ in reference
to rural economy and climate mitigation. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
6.  Explain the relationship among government procurement operations, minimum support prices (MSPs) and the creation of buffer stocks in the context
of Assam (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
7. “Disasters affect girls and women in different ways than they affect boys and men.” Do you agree? Why are responses often gender-blind? How do you
ensure gender equality in disaster risk reduction in particular? (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
8. Discuss the preparedness and mitigation measures that should be adopted
for reducing the impact of earthquakes in the context of Assam.
(Answer in 150 words) 10
 
9. What is the digital twin concept? How does it help an organization to arrive
at better decisions? Discuss the Sangam: Digital Twin’ initiative of the
Government of India, (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
10. Do you think that the Green Credit Programme can be used to circumvent
existing laws particularly those that deal with forest conservation? Substantiate
your answer. (Answer in 150 words) 10 
 
11. India’s first indigenous semiconductor assembly and test facility at
Jagiroad shall put Assam on the world semiconductor map and transform the
economic landscape of East India,”
Examine the above statement with reference to the economic opportunities and employment potential of this mega project. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
12. What are Nifty and Sensex? Comment on the growing popularity of
mutual funds investment in India. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
13. The Government of Assam has initiated the process of constructing bridges
over Brahmaputra at several places. Mention the places and discuss the
probable benefits and strategic importance of these bridges. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
14. Which is the implementing authority of the Project Cheetah in India and
which are the collaborating partners? What are the ecological objectives of
the project? Give your opinion on the implementation of the project so far. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
15. Explain the causal links between environmental degradation and vulnerability to disasters. Suggest four steps that can be taken to minimize environmental degradation. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
16. Describe, in detail, the Uttar Purva Transformative Industrialization
Scheme (UNNATI), 2024. How will it enhance industrial development and
job creation in North-East India? (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
17. What is traditional knowledge? Suggest ways to use it for sustainable use
of forest and biodiversity. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
18. “Seventy-hour work week may offer a temporary burst of productivity, but at the expense of employees’ well-being, long-term output and overall social happiness.” Critically examine the statement. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
19. Not all animals migrate by choice’ is a campaign against what activity? Suggest innovative steps to make the campaign a success. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
20. “India has emerged as a Vishwa Mitra (global friend), a Vishwa Guru (global teacher) and a Vishwa Vaidya (global physician).” Examine the statement in
the light of the development made by India in recent years. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 

APSC Mains 2023-24 General Studies (GS2) Paper-II

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APSC Mains 2022-24 General Studies (GS-2) Paper-II

General Studies-II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and international relations)
 
 
Full Marks: 250                                                                                                        Time: 3 hours
 
1. Discuss how ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme aligns with the broader mission of poverty
alleviation and socio-economic empowerment of women. (Answer in 150 words) 10
2. “The social value of COVID-19 vaccine exceeds its market value.” Critically
analyze the statement. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
3. “India’s participation in global agreements on human rights reflects
its commitment to promoting a just and equitable world order.” (Answer in 150 words) 10

4. Discuss this statement with reference to India’s involvement in international
agreements and bodies. Evaluate India’s approach to human rights issues at
the global level. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
5. Discuss the significant differences between colonial civil service and the
civil service of independent India. Analyze the role of civil service as agents of
change in contemporary India. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
6. What is Bhutan’s plan for regional economic hub at Gelephu? In what
manner is Assam going to be benefitted by this hub? (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
7. Can State funding of elections bring in transparency in the poll process?
How do the other democracies handle this issue? (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
8. Do you think fencing of India-Myanmar border is an effective step to
check terrorist activities and drugs trafficking? Justify your answer in
the light of the Centre’s decision to fence the porous India-Myanmar border.
(Answer in 150 words) 10
 
9. “Constitutional bodies in India need to ‘fulfil the role of watchdog of democracy while keeping themselves out of executive interference.” Discuss this statement while critically evaluating the functioning of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)of India. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
10. “Bureaucracy is not an obstacle to democracy, but an inevitable complement
to it.” Evaluate this statement in the light of criticisms suggesting that
bureaucracy fails to facilitate change. (Answer in 150 words) 10
 
11. “The recently passed ‘Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023’ seeks
to balance the case of forest conservation with the requirement of strategic
infrastructure development.” Discuss the possible impact of such interventions in the States of North-East India. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
12. “The increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to fundamentally
transform the ways in which governance is done in India.” Discuss the
challenges to be faced in this regard. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
13. Examine the impact of developed countries‘ immigration policies on India’s
skilled workforce and diaspora communities. Analyze how visa regulations and
skilled immigration programmes in countries like the United States and Canada
affect India’s brain drain and diaspora engagement. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
14. “In an era of shifting geo-political alliances, particularly after the COVID-19
pandemic, the influence of developed and developing countries’ policies
on India’s.strategic interest demands nuanced examination.” Analyze the multifaceted impact of evolving foreign policies and the political dynamics of major powers on India’s national security and regional stability. Provide recent
examples and propose innovative diplomatic strategies to safeguard India’s
interest amidst global uncertainties. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
15. “Good governance is considered a key to achieving sustainable development
and human well-being.” Evaluate this assertion with reference to the initiatives
undertaken by the Government of India in realizing the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
16. What is Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)? Elucidate the opportunities
of India under Quad arrangement. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
17. “Toparaphrase Mark Twain, if you don’t watch news, you will be uninformed, if
you do, you will be misinformed.” In the context of this statement, assess the
role of Indian media as the fourth pillar of democracy. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
18. Describe the salient features of the Flag Code of India, 2002.
(Answer in 250 words) 15
 
19. “Right to dissent is the lifeline of democracy.” Explain. (Answer in 250 words) 15
 
20. What is ‘Mission Karmayogi‘? Analyze its effectiveness in bringing civil service reforms through a capacity-building approach. (Answer in 250 words) 15

APSC Mains Exam 2023-24 – Essay Question Paper

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APSC Mains Exam 2023-24 – Essay Question Paper

 
Essay for APSC Assam exam1
 
 
Write two essays, choosing one topic from each of the Sections A and B, in about 
1000-1200 words each.                                       125×2=250
 
 
Section-A
 
1. Addiction is a compulsive disorder rather than a criminal act
 
2. Obesity: A new-age ‘disorder
 
3. The Indian Joint Family: An institution of interdependence and cooperation
 
4. Live-in relationship : Rights and responsibilities
 
 
Section-B
 
5. The future of Assamese language
 
6. Open-Book examination
 
7. Presence of life in the cosmos
 
8. Rise in divorce cases in Assam
 

APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 60 (for Week June 30-July 06, 2024)

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Q1. What is the Air Quality Index (AQI)? Explain the factors responsible for air pollution? What are Initiatives taken by India for Controlling Air Pollution? (Answer in 250 words) (GS 3)

Q2. Discuss the composition, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities of the State Public Service Commission. Write the Constitutional provisions for civil services in India. (Answer in 150 words) (GS 2)

Q3. Write about the ‘Finances of Panchayati Raj Institutions’ report released by Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Discuss the challenges faced by Panchayat Raj Institutions in generating internal revenue. Suggest measures to strengthen their financial autonomy. (Answer in 250 words) (GS 2)

Q4. What is CAR-T cell Therapy? Write the significance of this therapy and discuss the challenges associated with it. (Answer in 150 words) (GS 3)

Q5. Differentiate between Directive Principles of State Policy and Fundamental Rights. What is their importance in achieving the broader goals of social and economic justice in a democratic society? (Answer in 250 words) (GS 2)

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APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 57 (for Week: June 09-16, 2024)

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Q1. Give a brief account of instances of India sending aid to natural disaster-hit countries. (Answer in 150 words) (GS 2)

Q2. “The Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan stands as the vision for the new India” . Discuss elaborately (Answer in 250 words) (GS 1)

Q3. Discuss the significance and scope of the handloom industries in Assam. Write about the recent initiatives taken by the government of Assam to promote the handloom sector in the state. (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q4. What are heatwaves? Elaborate the criteria for declaring them. How can individuals contribute to Heat Action Plans? (Answer in 150 words) (GS 3)

Q5. Give a brief account of Uttar Purva Transformative Industrialization Scheme (UNNATI), 2024 (Answer in 150 words) (GS 2)

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APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 54 (for Week May 19 -25, 2024)

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Q1. Give a brief account of Forest Conservation and Tribal Rights in Northeast India. (GS 2) (Answer in 250 words)

Q2. Define Lightning and how it is formed. Mention the precautions that need to be taken. What will be the benefit after considering it as a natural disaster? (GS 1) (Answer in 250 words)

Q3. Give reason for the frequent formation and intensification of cyclones in the Bay of Bengal. (GS 1) (Answer in 150 words)

Q4. The concept of smart cities and smart villages are intrinsically linked. Justify your answer. (GS 3) (Answer in 250 words)

Q5. Explain the causes and consequences of Burmese invasions in Assam. (GS 5)(Answer in 150 words)

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APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 52 (for Week May 5-11, 2024)

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Q1. Discuss the recent initiatives taken by the government of Assam for the preservation and promotion of art and culture in the state. (GS V) (Answer in 250 words)

Q2. Discuss the factors that causes the global warming. Write its effects on agriculture. (GS 1) (Answer in 150 words)

Q3. What is Project Nilgiri Thar? Write about the significance of this project. (GS 3) (Answer in 150 words)

Q4. Assam Government receive unveiled ‘Ten Cities Development Concept’ for Rapid Urban Growth. Express your opinion in this regard? (GS 3) (Answer in 15 words)

Q5. Explain the issues related to “Doubling of Farmers Income (DFI)”. List out the government initiatives in this regard? (GS3) (Answer in 250 words)

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APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 51 (for Week April 28 – May 4, 2024)

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Q1. Brief about India’s Policy over the Israel-Palestine conflict. Write about the challenges to peace in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Suggest some measures to improve the scenario in the region. (GS II) (Answer in 250 words)

Q2. Write about the Elephant Corridor Report 2023. (GS III) (Answer in 150 words)

Q3. Discuss the need and significance of skill development among women in India. What measures have been taken by the government for the same? (GS III) (Answer in 250 words)

Q4. “Satisfaction lies in the effort, not in the attainment, full effort is full victory”. (Mahatma Gandhi) Explain what the statement means to you in the present context. (GS IV) (Answer in 150 words)

Q5. Explain India’s efforts to emerge as the leader of the global South. What are the challenges for India as a voice of the Global South? (GS II) (Answer in 250 words)

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APSC Mains 2022 General Studies (GS-5) Paper V (Assam Paper)

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APSC Mains 2022 General Studies (GS-5) Paper-5

General Studies-V (History, Culture, Geography, Polity, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment of Assam)

 
 
 
Full Marks: 250                                                                                                        Time: 3 hours
 
 
Q1. Discuss the role, function and composition of the State Innovation and Transformation Aayog (SITA). (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q2. What do you mean by ex situ and in situ conservation? Give examples. Which conservation initiative is more important according to you? Justify. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q3. Which parameters contribute towards determining Water Quality Index (WQI)? What could be the reason for poor WQI in some rivers in Assam? (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q4. What is urban sprawl and what factors promote urban sprawl? What are environmental and socio-economic impacts of urban sprawl? Discuss citing an example of a city near you. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q5. On 13th December, 2022, the Assamese ‘Gamocha’ received the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag from the GI Registry. Examine the significance of the GI Tag for the Assamese ‘Gamocha’. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q6. Do you agree with the view that fate of Assam economy is determined by its rural sector? Justify your answer. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q7. “The story of Assam agriculture is a story of untapped potential.” Elucidate. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q8. In line with Bharat Mala of the Government of India, the Assam Government has taken up a project called Assam Mala. Discuss the role and outcome of the project in the development scenario of the State. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q9. Who was King Prithu? Explain the significance of his reign in the early medieval period of Assam history. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q10. A paradigm shift in public administration in Assam is on the anvil with the district positioned as the fulcrum of administration. Unlike the conventional way of functioning, what would be the changed role of the Deputy Commissioner in the new system? (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q11. Discuss the link between Assam Budget (2023-24) and 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q12. What are the economic benefits of biodiversity? How can biodiversity conservation promote economic activities in a locality? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q13. What is Mission Life? How, through this mission, is it planned to address the climate change impacts? Briefly describe about four life actions you may take up to reduce your carbon footprint. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q14. What are ‘Panchamrit Strategies’ declared by India to climate change? What strategy our State should adopt to contribute towards achieving our country’s target of 500 GWof non-fossil fuel based energy capacity by 2030? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q15. What do you mean by vulnerability and resilience? Assam is among the top climate change vulnerable States in India. What could be the factors for high vulnerabilities in Assam? What measures are required to be taken up to build climate resilience to minimize climate change vulnerabilities? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q16. Discuss the outcome of the G-20 sessions in Assam as an opportunity to showcase .the tourism and cultural heritage of Assam and also to highlight the trade and investment potential before the international community. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q17. The Disaster Management Act, 2005 envisages a paradigm shift from a response and relief centric approach to a proactive and comprehensive approach covering all aspects of prevention, mitigation and preparedness in disaster management. In this regard, do you think Assam has been able to shift its focus as envisaged in the Act? Discuss. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q18. Discuss the role of Maniram Dewan as an administrator, entrepreneur and patriot in the 19th century Assam. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q19. How will the Sittwe Port at Myanmar built with grant assistance from India as part of the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project (KMTTP) contribute to the multilateral economic ties between India, its North-East in particular, and its South-East Asian neighbours? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q20. “Naamghar is a community centre for holistic human capacity development.”
What steps should be taken to strengthen its role to resolve the socio-economic issues in present-day Assam? Discuss. (Answer in 250 words) 15

APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 49 (for Week April 14 – 20, 2024)

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APSC Mains Writing Practice Questions – Set 49

(For Week April 14, 2024 – April 20, 2024)
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Q1. Elucidate the challenges associated with ethanol blending in India. Suggest some measures to overcome these challenges.

Q2. What is Kallakkadal? What causes it and how is it distinct from Tsunami?
(GS I) (Answer in 150 words)

Q3. Explain the factors that led to the emergence of the different insurgent groups in the North-East region and also suggest some measures to solve the problem. (GS I) (Answer in 250 words)

Q4. Write the advantages and disadvantages of e-governance.

Q5. Difference Between El Nino and La Nina. Discuss the impact of El Nino and La Nina on global weather patterns. (GS I) (Answer in 250 words)

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