INSIGHTSIAS IA SIMPLIFYING IAS EXAM PREPARATION INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS MAINS 2020 GS- III JANUARY 2020 www.insightsactivelearn.com | www.insightsonindia.com INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS NOTE: Please remember that following ‘answers’ are NOT ‘model answers’. They are NOT synopsis too if we go by definition of the term. What we are providing is content that both meets demand of the question and at the same time gives you extra points in the form of background information. Telegram: https://t.me/insightsIAStips Page 2 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpoccbCX9GEIwaiIe4HLjwA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightsonindia INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS Table of Contents Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. ................................................................................................................................... 10 Examine the role of small towns in the regional development process. (250 words) ................. 10 In what way small entrepreneurs can prove to be a key to India’s urban future, job creation, and growth revival of the economy? Analyse.(250 words) ................................................................ 12 Investments in the infrastructure sector in different ways can transmit into numerous effects leading to better growth of the Indian economy and inclusive employment generation. Discuss.(250 words) .................................................................................................................... 15 Private banks were the slowest to pass on the benefits of falling interest rates to their customers last year compared to their state-run and foreign rivals. Discuss in detail the underlying causes of for private banks not passing on the benefits of interest rate cuts to its customers compared to other banks. (250 words) ...................................................................... 17 Besides Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) fading to engineer a reversal in DISCOM finances, government needs to revise incentive structures. Critically analyse the statement. (250 words) ......................................................................................................................................... 19 Several doubts expressed over recent official statistics in the country, examine if the present national accounting and analytical framework misses out on many key dimensions of a complex economy. Suggest solutions.(250 words) .................................................................................... 21 Improving air quality in the cities requires a transformative planning approach guided by the singular objective of reducing the use of polluting vehicles. In the light of the statement above discuss and analyse the significance of India switching to new emission standards in the coming days. (250 words) ........................................................................................................................ 23 Inclusive growth and issues arising from it ....................................................................................... 26 “Digital literacy is integral for financial inclusion.” Comment in the background of India’s efforts to expand access to organized financial systems through digital payments (250 words) ............ 26 Considering the fact that Internet broadband and mobile Internet services have become an integral part of the life of the people, Do you agree that it is time to recognize that the right to access the Internet which is indeed a fundamental right within our constitutional guarantees? Analyse. (250 words)................................................................................................................... 28 Discuss in detail reasons for India to embrace Inclusive Growth.(250 words) ............................ 30 Government Budgeting. Investment models. ................................................................................... 33 Health is a critical sector for achieving overall equitable human development in the country ,In the Indian setup the idea of Public Private Partnership can bridge the investment deficit and improve the efficiency and outreach of service delivery. Explain. (250 words) ............. 33 Budget documents aid in understanding the intention of the government, its priorities, policies and allocation of resources, In this context discuss in detail the process of budgeting followed in India.(250 words) ........................................................................................................................ 35 Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth ............................................................................................................................................ 37 Discuss the challenges facing the Indian Textile Sector in detail and suggest ways and means to upsurge domestic manufacturing and promotion of exports in the this Sector.(250 words) ...... 37 Telegram: https://t.me/insightsIAStips Page 3 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpoccbCX9GEIwaiIe4HLjwA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightsonindia INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS Discuss the key objectives of industrial policy in India and explain how does it impact on the economy and industry?(250 words) ............................................................................................ 40 What is liberalization in education? Discuss the impact of it on Indian Education system. (250 words) ......................................................................................................................................... 42 Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country, different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers ................................................................................ 44 Massive inefficiency in the grain management system under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) of the country calls for pressing attention. Discuss the needs for urgent reforms in grain management system. (250 words) .............................................................................................. 44 Irrigation is pivotal to agricultural, social, economic growth of nation. Discuss in detail the benefits and concerns associated with Irrigation systems in the country.(250 words) ............... 46 What are the different types of cropping patterns prevalent in India? Discuss the diversity of cropping pattern across the country.(250 Words) ...................................................................... 49 “ICT is becoming the facilitator of socio-economic development in rural India”, Elucidate.(250 words) ......................................................................................................................................... 51 What do you understand by Conservation Agriculture? Discuss the key principles of such a practice and elucidate upon its significance.(250 words) ............................................................ 55 Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing.......................................................................... 57 Write a short note on National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture.(250 words) ....................... 57 With suitable Illustrations, explain how Livestock farming backed by Agricultural Extension services can help weaker sections of society.(250 words) .......................................................... 59 What is Pradhan Mantri LaghuVyapariMaan-dhan Yojana? Discuss the Significance of the scheme and its role in ensuring financial security of the citizens. (250 words) ........................... 62 Do you agree that it is the It is the bounden duty of scientific community tofind long-term solutions to the problems faced byfarmers and improve crop productivity? Comment and discuss the significance of research and technology to Agriculture.(250 words) ........................ 64 What do you understand by Integrated Farming System? How far is the Integrated Farming System helpful in sustaining agricultural production? Elucidate in the Indian context. (250 words) ......................................................................................................................................... 67 Briefly discuss the objectives of Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA).Discuss in detail the functions performed by it and analyse its contributions to the Indian agriculture.(250 words) ......................................................................................... 69 Discuss the economics of poultry industry in India .(250 words) ................................................ 71 Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management. .................................................................. 73 Why are food processing industries significant? Discuss the Scope and Significance of Food Processing Industries in India. (250 words) ................................................................................. 73 the geographical region