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  1. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksGive an account of the current status and the targets to be achieved pertaining to renewable energy sources in the country. Discuss in brief the importance of the National Programme on Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs).
  2. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksWhat is allelopathy? Discuss its role in major cropping systems of irrigated agriculture.
  3. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksBorder management is a complex task due to difficult terrain and hostile relations with some countries. Elucidate the challenges and strategies for effective border management.
  4. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksComment on the challenges for inclusive growth which include careless and useless manpower in the Indian context. Suggest measures to be taken to face these challenges.
  5. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksThe frequency of urban floods due to high-intensity rainfall has increased over the years. Discussing the reasons for urban floods highlight the mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during such events.
  6. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksGiven the vulnerability of Indian agriculture to vagaries of nature, discuss the need for crop insurance and bring out the salient features of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).
  7. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksHow globalization has led to the reduction of employment in the formal sector of the Indian economy? Is increased informalization detrimental to the development of the country?
  8. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksDiscuss India’s achievements in the field of Space Science and Technology. How the application of this technology has helped India in its socio-economic development?
  9. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksJustify the need for FDI for the development of the Indian economy. Why there is a gap between MOUs signed and actual FDIs? Suggest remedial steps to be taken to increase actual FDIs in India.
  10. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksWhy is nanotechnology one of the key technologies of the 21st century? Describe the salient features of the Indian Government’s Mission on Nanoscience and Technology and the scope of its application in the development process of the country.
  11. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksPradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) is necessary for bringing the unbanked to the institutional finance fold. Do you agree with this for the financial inclusion of the poor section of the Indian society? Give arguments to justify your opinion.
  12. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksWith reference to National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guidelines discuss the measures to be adopted to mitigate the impact of recent incidents of cloudbursts in many places of Uttarakhand.
  13. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksRehabilitation of human settlements is one of the important environmental impacts that always attract controversy while planning major projects. Discuss the measures suggested for mitigation of this impact while proposing major developmental projects.
  14. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksDiscuss the role of land reforms in agricultural development. Identify the factors that were responsible for the success of land reforms in India.
  15. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksWhat are ‘Smart Cities’? Examine their relevance for urban development in India. Will it increase rural-urban differences? Give arguments for ’Smart Villages’ in the light of PURA and RURBAN Mission.
  16. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksThe terms ‘Hot Pursuit’ and ‘Surgical Strikes’ are often used in connection with armed action against terrorist attacks. Discuss the strategic impact of such actions.
  17. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marks“Terrorism is emerging as a competitive industry over the last few decades.” Analyse the above statement.
  18. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksThe use of the internet and social media by non-state actors for subversive activities is a major security concern. How have these been misused in the recent past? Suggest effective guidelines to curb the above threat.
  19. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksWhat is water-use efficiency? Describe the role of micro-irrigation in increasing the water-use efficiency.
  20. 2016 · GS3 · 12.5 marksWomen empowerment in India needs gender budgeting. What are the requirements and status of gender budgeting in the Indian context?
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