General Studies
“Critically analyse India’s current strategy of rolling out multiple innovation and research missions such as the RDI Scheme, National Quantum Mission and NM-ICPS. How do these initiatives contribute to India’s vision of Viksit Bharat@2047?”
Reference: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/govt-rolls-out-multiple-missions-to-boost-innovation-research-and-technology-development/
“Analyse the key objectives and structural reforms proposed under the Securities Markets Code Bill, 2025. In your answer, discuss how consolidation of securities laws can improve regulatory clarity and investor confidence in India’s capital markets.”
Reference: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/government-introduces-securities-markets-code-bill-in-lok-sabha/
Discuss the role of geospatial technologies in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. How can the National Geospatial Mission enhance service delivery in key sectors?
Reference: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/geospatial-technologies-to-play-key-role-in-viksit-bharat-says-dr-jitendra-singh/
“Discuss how India’s CEPA with Oman reflects its evolving economic diplomacy in the Gulf region. What challenges could arise from deeper economic integration?”
Reference: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/india-oman-sign-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement-ushering-in-new-era-of-trade-and-economic-partnership/
Discuss India’s progress towards achieving the 20% ethanol blending target ahead of the 2025–26 timeline and the key policy interventions that have facilitated this achievement.
Reference: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/ethanol-blending-in-petrol-reaches-19-97-minister/
SHANTI Bill reflects India’s scientific maturity and readiness to lead responsibly in the global clean energy transition, Examine.
Reference: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/parliament-passes-shanti-bill-atomic-energy-regulatory-board-to-have-statutory-status/
https://www.kannadaprabha.com/amp/story/nation/2025/Dec/18/shanti-bill-opposition-slams-oligarchisation-of-nuclear-energy-raises-serious-safety-liability-concerns
Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, signals a shift from a welfare-centric employment programme towards a model that links guaranteed work more closely with durable infrastructure, climate resilience and predictable public spending, Elaborate.
Reference: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/explainer-what-the-viksit-bharat-g-ram-g-bill-2025-means-for-rural-employment/