Mains Test Series 2023-2024

Test 5 (Code: E 10) Subject: Indian Economy

Duration: 3 Hours Total Marks: 250 Marks

All Questions are compulsory

1. Describe the various types of irrigation systems used in India

and assess their effectiveness and efficiency in terms of water
usage and crop yield. (150 Words, 10 Marks)

2. Assess the significance of inclusive growth in the context of

India's economic development. Discuss the major barriers to
achieving inclusive growth in India and analyze the steps taken
by the government to address these barriers. (150 Words, 10
Marks)
3. Evaluate how regional variations in climate, soil, and water
availability influence cropping patterns across different parts
of India. Briefly assess the sustainability of these patterns in
the context of climate change. (150 words, 10 Marks)

4. Critically compare the roles and functions of the NITI Aayog

with those of the erstwhile Planning Commission. Discuss how
the establishment of NITI Aayog represents a shift in India's
approach to development planning and policy formulation. (150
words, 10 Marks)

5. Analyze the economic significance of animal rearing in the

agricultural sector of a developing country. Discuss the
challenges and opportunities this sector faces in terms of
market access, cost efficiency, and sustainability. (150 Words,
10 Marks)

6. Faster economic growth requires an increased share of the

manufacturing sector in GDP, particularly of MSMEs. Comment
on the present policies of the Government in this regard. (150
Words, 10 Marks)

7. Assess the impact of technology missions on the development of

the agricultural sector in India. Discuss how these missions have
addressed key challenges in agriculture and contributed to
sustainable agricultural practices. (150 Words, 10 Marks)

8. Evaluate the role of infrastructure development in shaping India's

economic growth and global competitiveness. Discuss the current
challenges faced by India in its infrastructure sector, and analyze
the strategies adopted by the government to address these
challenges. (150 Words, 10 Marks)

9. Evaluate the effectiveness of e-technology (digital tools and

platforms) in supporting farmers, particularly in the realms of
market access, crop management, and information dissemination.
Discuss the challenges and potential solutions for wider adoption
of e-technology in the agricultural sector. (150 Words, 10 Marks)

10. Analyze the role and impact of government budgeting in

economic management and development in India. Discuss the
 principles that should guide government budgeting to ensure
fiscal responsibility and transparency. (150 Words, 10 Marks)

11. Critically examine the current challenges in agricultural

marketing in India. Discuss the recent reforms introduced to
tackle these challenges and evaluate their potential impact on
farmers and the agricultural economy. Additionally, suggest
further measures that could be implemented to improve
agricultural marketing in India. (250 Words, 15 marks)

12. Discuss the impact of land reforms in India post-independence.

Evaluate how these reforms have contributed to agricultural
productivity and rural development. Critically analyze the
challenges faced in the implementation of next-generation land
reforms and suggest measures to overcome these challenges.
(250 Words, 15 marks)

13. Analyze the key factors that influence the efficiency of supply
chain management in today's globalized economy. Discuss how
recent technological advancements and geopolitical shifts have
impacted global supply chains. Additionally, propose strategies
that businesses can adopt to build resilient and sustainable
supply chains in the face of such challenges. (250 Words, 15
marks)

14. Assess the overall impact of the Liberalization, Privatization, and

Globalization (LPG) reforms on the Indian economy. Identify the
sectors that have benefitted and those that have not. Analyze the
key socio-economic challenges brought forth by these reforms,
and suggest relevant policy measures to address these
challenges. (250 Words, 15 marks)

15. Examine the current state and potential of the food processing
industry in India. Discuss the challenges this industry faces in
terms of supply chain management, technological adoption, and
market access. Also, evaluate the role of government policies
and initiatives in promoting the growth and global
competitiveness of this sector. (250 Words, 15 marks)
16. Examine the phenomenon of jobless growth in India, highlighting
its implications on employment challenges. Evaluate the
effectiveness of current government policies in addressing the
mismatch between economic growth and job creation. Suggest
strategies to ensure that economic expansion translates into
substantial employment opportunities. (250 Words, 15 marks)

17. Critically evaluate the effectiveness of the Public Distribution

System (PDS) in India in achieving its goals of food security and
poverty alleviation. Discuss the systemic issues and challenges
that hinder its efficiency. Additionally, propose reforms or
strategies that could enhance the effectiveness and reach of the
PDS in India. (250 Words, 15 marks)

18. Most of the unemployment in India is structural in nature.

Examine the methodology adopted to compute unemployment in
the country and suggest improvements. (250 Words, 15 marks)

19. Analyze the role of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model as

an investment approach in India's infrastructure development.
Discuss the advantages and challenges of the PPP model in the
Indian context, and provide suggestions to improve the efficacy
of the PPP model in India. (250 Words, 15 marks)

20. Critically analyze the role of buffer stocks in ensuring food

security in a country. Discuss the challenges associated with
maintaining and utilizing these stocks, especially in the context
of developing nations. Additionally, suggest improvements or
alternative strategies that could enhance food security while
minimizing the economic and logistical burdens of buffer stocks.
(250 Words, 15 marks)