2022 marks 50 years since the enactment of the Architects Act of 1972. Comment on the state of architecture in India. What can be done to strengthen the profession?

The modern profession of Architecture was given a statutory status in India by “The Architects Act of 1972”. Architecture as a separate profession emerged during the 19th century in the United Kingdom and it has been growing steadily in India ..

Discuss India-China political and economic relations with special emphasis on Sikkim. What policy suggestions you make for Indian Government in this context? Opine.

Sikkim is a strategic territory for both India and China. India and China had signed a memorandum of understanding to start border trade through Nathu La Pass in Sikkim and Tibet. In the 2005 Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao stated that ..

Critically discuss the factors that determine and influence the economic development of a country.

Model Answer: Development of an economy is influenced by both economic and non-economic factors: Economic Factors as determinants of Development Economic factors as determinants of development include natural and human resources. Natural resources (those which are available as a free ..

Discuss the fallout of Myanmar’s democratic experiment being derailed by the 2021 military coup. What are its impacts on the external players, including India?

Myanmar was having a limited democracy before the military coup in 2021. Almost 21 months have passed since the military coup in Myanmar and there has been no improvement, even after interventions from UN, ASEAN and other multilateral bodies. Background ..

Compare and contrast India’s crypto-asset policy and OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework. How can India’s domestic crypto policy be improved?

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has finalized the framework for cross-border reporting for cryptocurrency. This has emphasized on the need for India to finalize its draft for regulations of Cryptocurrencies. The government needs to draft a comprehensive ..

The contribution of the manufacturing sector, as a percentage of the GDP, has remained stagnant in recent years. In this context, analyse the achievements of National Manufacturing Policy, 2011 with regards to its intended objectives.

The contribution of the manufacturing sector to GDP is currently at around 16%. It has remained stagnant for the following reasons: Lack of market demand owing to higher inflation in necessary goods. Global economic slowdown – affects export demand. Lack ..

Define economic development. Do you agree with the view that India has experienced growth but no economic development? Give reasons for your answer.

Economic development is a normative concept which takes into account both qualitative and quantitative aspects. Economic development is an increase in overall living standards and quality of life of the people. It is measured in terms of rise in real ..

Explain the role of a pro-tem speaker in maintaining the sanctity and order of parliamentary proceedings during the transitional period before the election of a formal Speaker.

The pro-tem speaker plays a pivotal but interim role in maintaining the sanctity and order of parliamentary proceedings during the transitional period preceding the election of a formal Speaker. The Latin term “pro tempore,” meaning “for the time being,” aptly ..

Challenged by nature, people and bureaucracy, the KMTT project is running at least two years behind schedule. However, its benefits are worth wait. Discuss.

Hint: Kaladan Multi Modal Transit Transport Project aims at shipping, Inland Water and road transport stretches from Myanmar. Approved in 2008, but was started in 2010 is running late because of Cost overruns and delays, hindrance from bureaucracy civil society ..

Critically discuss the impact of Article 371A on the socio-political stability in Nagaland. How does it reflect the broader approach of the Indian government towards tribal autonomy?

Article 371A of the Indian Constitution has had a profound impact on the socio-political landscape of Nagaland. Introduced as part of the 16-point Agreement of 1960, which led to the creation of Nagaland as a separate state, this Article serves ..