analysis of indian society (gs paper 1)
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Analysis of Indian Society (GS Paper 1)
BY
SMRITI SHAH
FACULTY OF SOCIOLOGY & INDIAN SOCIETY, VISION IAS
Key Elements of Analysis
Weightage Nature of Questions
How to Prepare
What to expect next
2013-2020 Marks
40
50
75
62.5 65
90
75 75
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100
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Weightage
Weightage
Topics 2018 2019 2020 Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India 10 25 25
Role of women and women's organization, 15 25
Effects of globalization on Indian society 15 15 15
Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism. 40 10 10
population and associated issues,
poverty and developmental issues,
urbanization, their problems and their remedies. 10 0 10
miscellaneous 0 0 15
90 75 75
Nature of Questions
Static Contemporary Factual Analytical Illustration
based
Four Pillars of Preparation
Deconstruction of syllabus
PYQs
Vocabulary of the Subject
Answer Writing
Course content [Broad Outlook]
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Role of women and women's organization,
Effects of globalization on Indian society
Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism.
population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their problems and their remedies.
Women
„Women‟s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata.‟ Substantiate your view. (2018)
What are the continued challenges for women in India against time and space? (2019)
“Empowering women is the key to control population growth.” Discuss. (2019)
Globalisation
„Globalization is generally said to promote cultural homogenization but due to this cultural specificities appear to be strengthened in the Indian society.‟ Elucidate. (2018)
Are we losing our local identity for the global identity? Discuss. (2019)
Is diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation? Justify your answer. (2020)
Caste
System
“Caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, the caste system cannot be eradicated in India.” Comment. (2018)
Has caste lost its relevance in understanding the multi- cultural Indian Society? Elaborate your answer with illustrations. (2020)
Communalism,
Regionalism, Secularism
„Communalism arises either due to power struggle or relative deprivation.‟ Argue by giving suitable illustrations. (2018)
How is the Indian concept of secularism different from the western model of secularism? Discuss. (2018)
What are the challenges to our cultural practices in the name of secularism? (2019)
Do you agree that regionalism in India appears to be a consequence of rising cultural assertiveness? Argue. (2020)
Poverty and
Developmental issues
„Despite the implementation of various programmes for the eradication of poverty by the government in India, poverty is still existing‟. Explain by giving reasons. (2018)
COVID-19 pandemic accelerated class inequalities and poverty in India. Comment. (2020)
Salient Features
What makes the Indian society unique in sustaining its culture? Discuss. (2019)
Do we have cultural pockets of small India all over the nation? Elaborate with examples. (2019)
Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree? (2020)
MISC.
How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer. (2020)
How to Read??
What to Read??
Advanced Level
EPW Mint ( Newspaper)
Yojana & Kurukshetra
NCERTs; Class XI, XII ( Indian Society,
Introducing Sociology)
Social Change and
Development in India
Human Geography
India People and
Economy
Post Independence India
2013-2016 Marks
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10
20
30
40
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60
2013 2014 2015 2016
Weightage
Weightage
Course content
Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.
Previous Year Q‟s
Critically discuss the objectives of Bhoodan and Gramdan movements initiated by Acharya Vinoba Bhave and their success.
Write a critical note on the evolution and significance of the slogan “Jai Jawaan Jai Kisan”.
Discuss the contribution of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad to pre-and post-independent India.
Analyze the circumstances that led to Tashkent Agreement in 1966. Discuss the highlights of the agreement.
Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive roles in the emergence of Bangladesh.
2013 Paper I 10 M * 5 Ques= 50 Marks
Contd..
2016 12.5 Marker * 1 Ques = 12.5 Marks
Q. Has the formation of linguistic States strengthened the cause of Indian Unity?
How to Read??
What to Read??
India Since Independence: Bipin Chandra
India After Gandhi:
Ramchandra Guha
NCERT Class XII : Political
Science - Politics in India Since Independence
Social Justice
Paper II
Course content [Broad Outlook]
Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.
Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector or Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources,
Issues relating to poverty and hunger
2018-2020 Marks
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5
10
15
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25
30
35
40
45
2018 2019 2020
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Weightage
Poverty and Hunger
How far do you agree with the view that the focus on lack of availability of food as the main cause of hunger takes the attention away from ineffective human development policies in India?. (2018)
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.. (2019)
“The incidence and intensity of poverty are more important in determining poverty based on income alone”. In this context analyze the latest United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Index Report. (2020)
Vulnerable Sections
Multiplicity of various commissions for the vulnerable sections of the society leads to problems of overlapping jurisdiction and duplication of functions. Is it better to merge all commissions into an umbrella Human Rights Commission? Argue your case. (2018)
Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of policy process – Discuss.
“The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self- government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process.” Comment.(2019)
Health and Education
Appropriate local community level healthcare intervention is a prerequisite to achieve „Health for All‟ in India. Explain.
In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss. (2020)
National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient education system in India. Critically examine the statement. (2020)
Poverty and hunger
Hunger and Poverty are the biggest challenges for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how far successive governments have progressed in dealing with these humongous problems. Suggest measures for improvement. (150 words)
How far do you agree with the view that the focus on lack of availability of food as the main cause of hunger takes the attention away from ineffective human development policies in India? (15)
Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India remain mere show pieces until and unless they are backed by political will‟. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India. (250 words)
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)
Vulnerable sections( welfare
schemes, laws, acts, commission)
Does the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 ensure effective mechanism for empowerment and inclusion of the intended beneficiaries in the society? Discuss.
Is the National Commission for Women able to strategize and tackle the problems that women face at both public and private spheres? Give reasons in support of your answer. (250 words)
Multiplicity of various commissions for the vulnerable sections of the society leads to problems of overlapping jurisdiction and duplication of functions. Is it better to merge all commissions into an umbrella Human Rights Commission? Argue your case.
Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of policy process – Discuss
Issues related to health, education,
human resource Despite Consistent experience of high growth, India still goes with the
lowest indicators of human development. Examine the issues that make balanced and inclusive development elusive. (10 Marks)
Appropriate local community level healthcare intervention is a prerequisite to achieve „Health for All‟ in India. Explain.
Identify the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) that are related to health. Discuss the success of the actions taken by the Government for achieving the same
Professor Amartya Sen has advocated important reforms in the realms of primary education and primary health care. What are your suggestions to improve their status and performance?
“Demographic Dividend in India will remain only theoretical unless our manpower becomes more educated, aware, skilled and creative.” What measures have been taken by the government to enhance the capacity of our population to be more productive and employable?
Contd..
2017 50 Marks
Does the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 ensure effective mechanism for empowerment and inclusion of the intended beneficiaries in the society? Discuss (150 words)
Hunger and Poverty are the biggest challenges for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how far successive governments have progressed in dealing with these humongous problems. Suggest measures for improvement. (150 words)
Is the National Commission for Women able to strategize and tackle the problems that women face at both public and private spheres? Give reasons in support of your answer. (250 words)
„Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India remain mere show pieces until and unless they are backed by political will‟. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India. (250 words)
Contd..
2013 10 Marker * 5 Ques = 50 Marks
The concept of Mid-Day Meal (MDM) scheme is almost a century old in India with early beginnings in Madras Presidency in pre-independent India. The scheme has again been given impetus in most states in the last two decades. Critically examine its twin objectives, latest mandates and success..
The Central Government frequently complains on the poor performance of the State Governments in eradicating suffering of the vulnerable sections of the society. Restructuring of Centrally sponsored schemes across the sectors for ameliorating the cause of vulnerable sections of population aims at providing flexibility to the States in better implementation. Critically evaluate.
Electronic cash transfer system for the welfare schemes is an ambitious project to minimize corruption, eliminate wastage and facilitate reforms. Comment.
Contd..
2013
Identify the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) that are related to health. Discuss the success of the actions taken by the Government for achieving the same
The basis of providing urban amenities in rural areas (PURA) is rooted in establishing connectivity. Comment.
Contd..
2014 10 Marker * 5 Ques = 50 Marks
Do government‟s schemes for up-lifting vulnerable and backward communities by protecting required social resources for them, lead to their exclusion in establishing businesses in urban economics?
An athlete participates in Olympics for personal triumph and nation‟s glory; victors are showered with cash incentives by various agencies, on their return. Discuss the merit of state sponsored talent hunt and its cultivation as against the rationale of a reward mechanism as encouragement.
The penetration of Self Help Groups (SHGs) in rural areas in promoting participation in development programmes is facing socio-cultural hurdles. Examine
Contd..
2014
Two parallel run schemes of the Government viz. the Adhaar Card and NPR, one as voluntary and the other as compulsory, have led to debates at national levels and also litigations. On merits, discuss whether or not both schemes need run concurrently. Analyse the potential of the schemes to achieve developmental benefits and equitable growth.
Should the premier institutes like IITs/IIMs be allowed to retain premier status, allowed more academic independence in designing courses and also decide mode/criteria of selection of students. Discuss in light of the growing challenges.
Contd..
2015 12.5 Marker * 3 Ques = 37.5 Marks
The quality of higher education in India requires major improvements to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of higher and technical education in the country? Discuss.
Public health system has limitations in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that the private sector could help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives would you suggest?
Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty levels over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators
Contd..
2016 12.5 Marker * 3 Ques = 37.5 Marks
Professor Amartya Sen has advocated important reforms in the realms of primary education and primary health care. What are your suggestions to improve their status and performance?
Examine the main provisions of the National Child Policy and throw light on the status of its implementation.
“Demographic Dividend in India will remain only theoretical unless our manpower becomes more educated, aware, skilled and creative.” What measures have been taken by the government to enhance the capacity of our population to be more productive and employable?
How to Read??
What to Read??
PIB Website
Vision IAS Current Affairs (including 365 Notes)
Yojana, Kurukshetra
The Hindu, Mint, Indian Express
Annual Reports of Ministry of
Social Justice & Empowerment
