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Decolonisation achieved political independence, but its legacies continue to shape the social fabric in postcolonial societies. Discuss. (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker)  

The VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025 marks a shift from a rights-based, demand-driven employment guarantee under MGNREGA to a centrally controlled, conditional welfare scheme. Critically examine (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Source Article: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/from-mgnrega-to-ram-g-how-the-government-kills-a-right-10422099/

Religious terrorism targets not only lives but the moral foundations of plural and open societies.Examine the factors contributing to the rise of religious terrorism and its impact (Answer in 250 words 15 Marker) Source Article: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/bondi-beach-australia-terrorism-anti-semitism-10421312/lite/

Reports of custodial deaths and forced evictions raise ethical concerns for civil servants. How should a public servant balance duty to the law with the obligation to protect human dignity?(Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Source Article: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/national-human-rights-commission-has-been-drifting-its-directive-on-up-custodial-death-compensation-is-welcome-10420407/

GSI- Capitalism Q1. Social democracy has played a critical role in ensuring the survival and legitimacy of capitalism.. Discuss (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Source Article: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/row-over-mamdani-gets-it-wrong-social-democrats-are-actually-good-capitalists-10420437/   GSII- atutory, Regulatory and various Quasi-judicial Bodies Q2. India’s regulatory framework has largely functioned as an ex-post referee rather than an ex-ante gatekeeper in curbing market

Social democracy has played a critical role in ensuring the survival and legitimacy of capitalism.. Discuss (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Source Article: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/row-over-mamdani-gets-it-wrong-social-democrats-are-actually-good-capitalists-10420437/

India’s regulatory framework has largely functioned as an ex-post referee rather than an ex-ante gatekeeper in curbing market concentration. Discuss (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Source Article: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/indigo-meltdown-flight-duty-time-limitations-fdtl-cancelled-flights-10403991/

India’s nuclear energy programme is witnessing a strategic shift from state-led expansion to a more capital intensive model. Examine (Answer in 250 words 15 Marker) Source Article: https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/fission-amp-fusion/4071470/

Discuss how core ethical principles contribute to ensuring ethical governance in the implementation of welfare programmes. (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Source Article: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/g-ram-g-to-replace-mnrega-new-bill-to-be-introduced-in-parliament-9811165

What are the major barriers to achieving Universal Health Coverage in India? Suggest key measures to address these challenges. (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Source Article: https://www.hindustantimes.com/opinion/road-map-for-universal-health-coverage-in-india-101765379661575.html