Mains Question:
Q1. The Ukraine crisis presents grave questions regarding state sovereignty and territorial integrity, and how the emergence of new ‘spheres of influence’ could affect state sovereignty. Comment (250 words)
Approach
- Introduction- brief about Ukraine crisis
- Discuss background of the current issue
- Role of external factors (NATO, US and other security alliance)
- International law
- Russia’s sphere of influence and impact
- Global Challenges/Impact
- Required collaborative efforts on global level
- Way forward
Q2. Additive Manufacturing (AM) has immense potential to revolutionize India’s manufacturing and industrial production landscape. Analyse (150 words)
Approach
- Introduction: Additive Manufacturing (AM)
- Benefits for manufacturing and industrial sector (digital processes, communication, imaging, architecture and engineering)
- Recent government policies (National Strategy on Additive Manufacturing)
- Conclusion