Economy / 2013

Mains PYQ - 2013

Section A
Ques 1

With a consideration towards the strategy of inclusive growth, the new companies bill, 2013 has indirectly made CSR a mandatory obligation. Discuss the challenges expected in its implementation in right earnest. Also discuss other provisions in the bill and their implications.

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Ques 2

What are the reasons for introduction of Fiscal responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) act, 2003? Discuss critically its salient features and their effectiveness.

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Ques 3

What is the meaning of the term tax-expenditure? Taking the housing sector as an example, discuss how it influences budgetary policies of the government.

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Ques 4

Examine the impact of liberalization on companies owned by Indians. Is it competing with the MNCs satisfactorily?

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Ques 5

Discuss the impact of FDI entry into the multi-trade retail sector on supply chain management in commodity trade patterns of the economy.

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Ques 6

Though India allowed foreign direct investment (FDI) in what is called multi-brand retail through joint venture route in September 2012, the FDI even after a year, has not picked up. Discuss the reasons. 

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Ques 7

Discuss the rationale for introducing the Goods and services tax in India. Bring out critically the reasons for the delay in roll out for its regime.

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Section B
Ques 1

Write a note on India’s green energy corridor to alleviate the problems of conventional energy.

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Ques 2

Adaptation of the PPP model for infrastructure development of the country has not been free from criticism. Critically discuss the pros and cons of the model.

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Ques 3

What do you understand from the run of the river hydroelectricity project? How is it different from any other hydroelectricity project?

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