7 questions from the UPSC 2014 examination.
7 questions
The penetration of Self Help Groups (SHGs) in rural areas in promoting participation in development programmes is facing socio-cultural hurdles. Examine. <!--qid:MAINS_2014_GS-II_Q10-->
Though 100 percent FDI is already allowed in non-news media like a trade publication and general entertainment channel, the Government is mulling over the proposal for increased FDI in news media for quite some time. What difference would an increase in FDI make? Critically evaluate the pros and cons. <!--qid:MAINS_2014_GS-II_Q7-->
Two parallel run schemes of the Government, viz. the Adhaar Card and NPR, one as voluntary and the other as compulsory, have led to debates at national levels and also litigations. On merits, discuss whether or not both schemes need run concurrently. Analyse the potential of the schemes to achieve developmental benefits and equitable growth. <!--qid:MAINS_2014_GS-II_Q15-->
Do government's schemes for up-lifting vulnerable and backward communities by protecting required social resources for them, lead to their exclusion in establishing businesses in urban economies? <!--qid:MAINS_2014_GS-II_Q11-->
Has the Cadre based Civil Services Organization been the cause of slow change in India? Critically examine. <!--qid:MAINS_2014_GS-II_Q14-->
Should the premier institutes like IITs/IIMs be allowed to retain premier status, allowed more academic independence in designing courses and also decide mode/criteria of selection of students. Discuss in light of the growing challenges. <!--qid:MAINS_2014_GS-II_Q13-->
An athlete participates in Olympics for personal triumph and nation's glory; victors are showered with cash incentives by various agencies, on their return. Discuss the merit of state sponsored talent hunt and its cultivation as against the rationale of a reward mechanism as encouragement. <!--qid:MAINS_2014_GS-II_Q12-->