IASBABA

ILP 2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS MAINS TEST (DECEMBER 2022)

Instructions

There are 14 questions. All questions are compulsory.

Marks and word limit have been indicated against the question.

The duration for the test is 120 minutes.

Content is more important than the number of words

1. Discuss the scientific and meteorological reasons behind the cold wave events and their
frequency in recent years.(150 words, 10 marks)

2. Analyze the potential impact of the Kalasa-Banduri project on the socio-economic

development of the region, as well as its potential to resolve water disputes between the
states.(150 words, 10 marks)

3. Discuss the implications of "Silicon Diplomacy" in shaping the economic and political
relations between countries, and its impact on the global technology industry.(150 words,
10 marks)

4. Analyze the significance of the Quad and 5G rollout in shaping the geopolitical dynamics
of the Asia-Pacific region, and its implications for regional security.(150 words, 10 marks)

5. Evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of the proposed Australia-India trade pact,
and its impact on bilateral economic relations.(150 words, 10 marks)

6. Explain the objectives and outcomes of the Y20 (Youth 20) Summit, and the role of young
leaders in shaping the global economic and political agenda.(150 words, 10 marks)

7. Examine the features of the National Monetisation Pipeline and its potential impact on
infrastructure development and investment in India.(150 words, 10 marks)

8. Explain the concept of water credits as a climate financing mechanism. Discuss the
associated benefits and challenges. (250 words, 15 marks)

9. Evaluate the effectiveness of the anti-conversion laws in protecting the rights and safety
of religious minorities and preventing forced conversions.(250 words, 15 marks)

10. Evaluate the effectiveness of the recent legal and administrative measures taken to address
the rising tide of case pendency in Indian courts.(250 words, 15 marks)

11. Discuss the implications of the use of sealed cover jurisprudence in high-profile cases and
its effect on public trust in the justice system.(250 words, 15 marks)

12. Evaluate the potential benefits and drawbacks of sealed cover jurisprudence on the right
to fair trial and the principle of open justice (250 words, 15 marks)

13. Examine the opportunities and challenges in harnessing India’s blue carbon potential for
mitigation and adaptation to climate change and coastal zone management.(250 words,
15 marks)

14. Discuss the key findings of the latest Financial Stability Report released by the RBI. Do
you agree with the assessment of the report? Critically comment .(250 words, 15 marks)