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02 August 2014
Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words
1) Write a note on the composition and mandate of Central Industrial Security Force.
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2) In India, the rationale for promoting PPPs does not stand on strong foundations. Critically
examine.
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3) With examples examine the major threats to the survival of indigenous communities across the
world.
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4) Write a note on see-through technique called CLARITY
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5) Examine the merits and demerits of raising FDI in the insurance sector from 26 to 49 per cent.
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6) The U.N. principle of Responsibility to Protect (R2P), a form of humanitarianism is only useful
when it suits western interests. In the light of ongoing conflict in the Middle East, critically
comment.
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7) Critically evaluate the success of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
as political and economic entity vis a vis its objectives.
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