Economic sanctions have become an important instrument of foreign policy in contemporary international relations. Discuss their effectiveness and limitations with reference to US–Russia relations.

Early childhood nutrition plays a crucial role in preventing lifestyle-related diseases and ensuring healthy human development. Discuss in the context of FSSAI’s proposal to restrict added sugars in processed foods for children up to three years of age.

“Digital arrest scams reflect the growing threat of cybercrime and the misuse of financial systems in India.” Discuss the challenges involved in tackling such crimes and suggest suitable measures.

The effective management of solid waste is essential for sustainable urbanisation in India. Discuss in the context of Delhi’s waste management initiatives.

“Effective utilisation of public funds is essential for achieving the objectives of urban development schemes.” Discuss in the context of the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT).

“Economic sanctions are an important instrument of foreign policy in international relations, but they also have limitations.” Discuss in the context of US sanctions against Russia.

“लुप्तप्राय वन्यजीव प्रजातियों के दीर्घकालिक संरक्षण के लिए उपयुक्त प्राकृतिक आवासों का विस्तार आवश्यक है।” गुजरात में एशियाई शेरों के संरक्षण के संदर्भ में चर्चा कीजिए।

“Balancing national sovereignty with international human rights scrutiny is an important challenge for democratic countries.” Discuss in the context of India's engagement with UN human rights mechanisms.

Discuss the legal and constitutional principles governing the protection and administration of religious endowment properties in India. 

Medical negligence and gaps in maternal healthcare raise serious concerns about public health governance in India. Discuss the challenges and suggest measures to improve patient safety. 

Explain the causes and impacts of major earthquakes. Discuss the measures required to improve tsunami preparedness and disaster management.

Examine the implications of artificial intelligence-enabled weapons for international security. Suggest measures to address the risks associated with their development and use.

Discuss the need for regulating advanced artificial intelligence. How can governments balance AI safety with technological innovation?

Discuss the major challenges to internal security in Jammu and Kashmir and suggest measures to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts.

Examine the challenges involved in achieving peace in the Russia–Ukraine conflict. Discuss the role of European countries in protecting Ukraine's sovereignty.

Discuss the importance of internet access for children's education and development. How can the government balance digital rights with online safety?

Examine the implications of the United States easing sanctions on Russian oil trade for India's energy security and foreign policy.

What is the ecological significance of wildlife corridors? Examine how their disruption contributes to human-wildlife conflict and suggest measures for their conservation.

Examine the factors driving steel demand in India. Discuss the challenges and opportunities for sustainable growth of the domestic steel industry. 

“The use of economic sanctions and tariffs as instruments of foreign policy highlights the tension between geopolitical objectives and economic interdependence.” Discuss in the context of the US waiver of measures targeting buyers of Russian energy and its implications for India.