Examine the national-security implications of dependence on privately operated satellite communication systems during armed conflicts. Suggest measures to improve the resilience of critical communication infrastructure.

Examine the role of judicial inquiries in ensuring accountability after public disasters such as stampedes. Suggest measures to strengthen crowd management and disaster preparedness in India.

Examine the potential benefits and challenges of an India–US trade agreement for India's economic growth and strategic partnership with the United States.

Discuss the importance of protecting religious minorities and promoting cultural inclusiveness in strengthening democratic governance and social harmony in South Asia.

Discuss how targeted educational assistance can protect students from the socioeconomic effects of drought and other natural disasters. Suggest measures to ensure continuity of education during such crises.

Examine the potential of adventure tourism to promote economic development in Himalayan states such as Sikkim. Discuss the environmental challenges and measures required for sustainable tourism.

Discuss the potential of artificial intelligence in accelerating semiconductor materials discovery. Examine its significance for India's technological self-reliance and the challenges involved.

Examine the significance of the India–US strategic partnership for India's economic and security interests in the Indo-Pacific. Discuss the challenges in sustaining this partnership.

Examine the role of public protests in strengthening democratic accountability. How can governments balance the right to peaceful protest with the need to maintain public order?

“Federalism requires a balance between national unity and regional autonomy.” Discuss with reference to the constitutional framework of the United States and the powers of state governments.

Examine the challenges involved in balancing the financial sustainability of electricity distribution utilities with affordable power for consumers in India.

Examine the challenges posed by misinformation and political satire presented as factual news. Discuss the role of media literacy and responsible journalism in addressing these challenges.

Discuss the significance of cultural diplomacy and civilisational dialogue in strengthening India's engagement with the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

Analyse the role of regional economic forums such as APEC amid global trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainties.

Examine how India can balance its strategic partnership with the United States, energy security interests and strategic autonomy in the context of trade negotiations and Russian oil imports.

“केवल राजनीतिक परिवर्तन से सामाजिक स्थिरता सुनिश्चित नहीं की जा सकती; इसके लिए मजबूत संस्थाएँ, सामाजिक एकता और समावेशी विकास भी आवश्यक हैं।” चर्चा कीजिए।

Examine how economic inequality and the rising cost of living can trigger mass protests in democratic societies. Discuss the importance of evidence-based political communication in addressing public grievances.

Discuss the role of decentralised governance institutions in addressing the developmental and cultural concerns of tribal and geographically distinct regions. Examine the significance and challenges of strengthening local governance in Ladakh.

Examine the role of MGNREGA in strengthening rural livelihood security and reducing economic distress. Discuss how additional employment guarantees for vulnerable households can improve the effectiveness of rural welfare programmes.

भारत में राष्ट्रीय राजमार्गों के विस्तार और चौड़ीकरण की क्षेत्रीय आर्थिक विकास में भूमिका का विश्लेषण कीजिए। साथ ही, ऐसी परियोजनाओं के क्रियान्वयन में आने वाली प्रमुख चुनौतियों पर चर्चा कीजिए।