24 May 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) What are Biofuels and its types? Enumerate the challenges in biofuel adoption. To what extent can the Global Biofuels Alliance help in addressing these challenges?
(250 Words/15 Marks)
Q1) Discuss the multifaceted significance of the fisheries sector and the challenges faced by it. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Fisheries sector is an important source of food, nutrition, and livelihood in the country. Economically, it contributes more than 7% of the agriculture GDP and employs 4-5 crore people directly or indirectly.  The wide-ranging significance of fisheries is as discussed below: Nutrition Security: a) Fisheries provide a vital…
Q1) The key challenge that plagues both skill development and higher education is that higher education is out of sync with the skill requirements in the job market. Discuss. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS: Current Landscape and Challenges to Education-Skill Mismatch in India: Curriculum Mismatch: (a) curriculum remains theoretical and outdated + insufficient emphasis on skills…
Q1) Globalization involves a complex exchange of cultural influences, where local identities are transformed by global forces, while global culture in turn is shaped by local identities. Discuss. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS As per Anthony Giddens, globalization can be defined as the intensification of worldwide social relations which link distant localities in such a way…
Q1) In what ways has the Indian independence movement shaped the identity of modern India? ANSWER The Indian independence movement was a significant phase in the India’s history that has shaped the identity of modern India in several ways, as discussed below: Nationalism: The Indian independence movement fostered a sense of nationalism among the people…
Q1) The Aspirational Blocks Programme, built upon the success of the Aspirational Districts Programme, can help in achieving the twin objectives of enabling balanced growth and checking stressed migration. Comment. (150 Words/10 Marks)
Q1) The interconnectedness of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors emphasize the need for responsible and inclusive business practices. In this perspective, discuss how the ESG framework is reshaping corporate governance? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER Corporate governance refers to the system of rules, practices, and processes by which companies are directed and controlled. Environmental, social,…