Mains Answer Writing

Q.) Explain why the latest amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Act, 2020 (FCRA) are causing concern in India’s development sector. (10mark) (150 words)

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The Government recently passed the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Act, 2020 (FCRA) on the grounds that foreign-aided NGOs actively stall development projects and negatively influence economic progress. Concerns for the development sector in India:  The Amendment Act stops a lot of people who are good for the community from doing things that help the public … Read more

Q.) “Social audit plays a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness of social sector programs.” Comment. (10mark) (150 words)

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A social audit is a combined audit of a scheme and policies by the government and the public, particularly by those who are impacted by or beneficiaries of the scheme and policies. Critical role of social audit: Accurate identification of requirements.   Prioritisation of developmental activities as per requirements.   Proper utilisation of funds.   Benefit to targeted … Read more

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Q. “India has committed to eliminating malnutrition by 2022. However, due to a variety of factors, this plan appears to be unrealistic.” Comment. (10mark) (150 words) Q. Poverty is the biggest challenge for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how far successive governments have progressed in dealing with this humongous problem. Suggest measures for … Read more

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As a senior officer in the Health Ministry, you have access to some confidential and crucial information about policy decisions that the Government is about to announce. These decisions are likely to have a far-reaching impact on the pharmaceutical industry. If pharmaceutical companies have access to this information beforehand, they can make huge profits. One … Read more