StudyIQ Abhyaas: Daily Answer Writing Practice 14 September 2023

Q) In what ways does the constitution of India attempt to strike a balance between individual liberty and interests of society?(10 marks, 150 words)

भारत का संविधान किन तरीकों से व्यक्तिगत स्वतंत्रता और समाज के हितों के बीच संतुलन बनाने का प्रयास करता है?

Demand of the Question

This question demands understanding of checks and balances to ensure that individual liberty is balanced by reasonable restrictions for the interest of the society.

Directive Word

In what ways– This is a simple keyword which demands a listing of ways along with a few sentences about them.

Structure of the Answer

Intro– Describe individual liberty using articles and mention reasonable restrictions that protect the interests of the society.

Body– Mention a list of major articles from the Constitution from Part-IV, which provides individual liberty like Art 19, Art 20, 21 and 22, etc. Describe the provisions related and then provide the limitations and reasonable restrictions under relevant articles.

Conclusion– State the importance of this balance in democracy, individual and society as a whole.

Part of Syllabus– GS Paper 2-  Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.

Q) “How are Directive Principles different from Fundamental Rights? Give a comparative answer.(10 marks, 150 words)

निदेशक तत्व मूल अधिकारों से कैसे अलग हैं? तुलनात्मक उत्तर दीजिए।”

Demand of the Question

The question demands a basic understanding of DPSP and Fundamental rights and their comparison.

Directive Word– This directive keyword is self-explanatory

Structure of the Answer

Intro– Mention the parts of the Constitution containing DPSPs and Fundamental Rights, along with some important articles of both.

Body– Provide a list of comparison between DPSPs and Fundamental Rights based on several differentiating criteria and provide the reasons for the same. To support articles and case laws of the Supreme Court.

Conclusion– Conclude by stating importance of both DPSPs and Fundamental rights, and how these are protected by the Constitution.

Part of Syllabus-GS Paper 2- Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.

Q) Climate change is posing challenges to India’s food security and the sustainability of its agricultural systems. Suggest measures to overcome this challenge. (10 marks, 150 words)

जलवायु परिवर्तन भारत की खाद्य सुरक्षा और इसकी कृषि प्रणालियों की स्थिरता के लिए चुनौतियाँ पैदा कर रहा है। इस चुनौती से निपटने के लिए उपाय सुझाईये।

Demand of the Question

The question demands understanding of cause-effect relation between climate change and food security, and sustainable agricultural systems.

Directive Word– No direct keyword is given for the first part, but the question demands explanation of challenges climate change poses to food security and sustainable agricultural systems. Suggest- demands mentioning suggestions from credible sources like Ministry Reports, Scientists, Successful Case studies.

Structure of the Answer

Intro– State urgency of climate change with some data or reports. Link how climate change is threatening food security and sustainability of agriculture.

Body– In the first part and second part, describe the challenges climate change poses on food security and sustainable agricultural systems. Provide reasons and data. In the third part, mention suggestions from credible sources to overcome these challenges. Mention case studies, Official reports and data, and examples.

Conclusion- Mention about the importance of a resilient agricultural system, the ways it can be achieved under the threat and urgency of climate change.

Part of Syllabus– GS Paper 3-  Major crops-cropping patterns in various parts of the country & Environment.

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