Q.1) ‘Too little cash, too much politics, leaves UNESCO fighting for life.’ Discuss the statement in the light of US’ withdrawal and its accusation of the cultural body as being ‘anti-Israel bias’. (10 marks) Q.2) “The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalised Nations has disappeared on account of its […]
Q.1) One of the tests of integrity is complete refusal to be compromised. Explain with reference to a real life example. (150 words) Q.2) “Your conscience is the measure of the honesty of your selfishness. Listen to it carefully.” ― Richard Bach. Q.3) Two different kinds of attitudes exhibited by public servants towards their work
Q.1) What are natural regions and how are they different from planning regions? (10 marks) Q.2) What is a Region? Describe Thiessen polygon method of regional delimitation. (15 marks) .3) In what ways can geographers contribute towards optimal land use planning in a region? (15 marks) Q.4) Examine the spatial patterns of development disparity prevailing
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Q.1) “What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India’s National self- esteem and ambitions” Explain with suitable examples. (15 marks, 250 words) Q.2) ‘The time has come for India and Japan
Q.1) “If amendment bill to the Whistle-blowers Act, 2011 tabled in the Parliament is passed, there may be no one left to protect.” Critically evaluate. (10 marks, 150 words) Q.2) Citizens’ Charter is an ideal instrument of organizational transparency and accountability, but. it has its own limitations. Identify the limitations and suggest measures for greater
Q.1) What do you understand by ‘ Ethical Human Conduct’? In what way is it important to be ethical along with being professionally competent? (150 Words, 10marks) Q.2) Which great Indian personality has inspired you the most as a role model and how have you been able to benefit in your own life by such
Q.1) Explain the concepts of “megapolis” and “exopolis” with regard to the growth of cities indicating whether the two can and do overlap. (10 marks) Q.2) Elaborate the concept of Megapolis and discuss the characteristics and problems related to such regions selecting one each from North America and Europe. (20 marks) Q.3) Urban solid waste
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Q.1) E-Governance is not only about utilization of the power of new technology, but also much about critical importance of the ‘use value’ of information Explain. (10 marks, 150 words) Q.2) Discuss the role of Public Accounts Committee in establishing accountability of the government to the people. (10 marks, 150 words) Q.3) In the integrity
Q.1) Mishra’s theoretical stages of Rural-Urban process. (10 marks) Q.2) Write short explanatory note on Secondary cities in the context of urbanization in developing world. (15 marks) Q.3) Define the urban sphere of influence and discuss different methods of determining the spheres of influence of cities. (20 marks) Q.4) Discuss the features of satellite towns.
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Q.1) There is a growing divergence in the relationship between poverty and hunger in India. The shrinking of social expenditure by the government is forcing the poor to spend more on Non- Food essential items squeezing their food – budget. – Elucidate. (10 marks, 150 words) Q.2) How far do you agree with the view