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Contemporary Indian Issues

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Contemporary Indian issues encompass the diverse socio-economic and political challenges currently facing the country. Topics include agricultural struggles, implementation of acts like the RTI, export challenges, and public service distribution. Answering these questions helps build analytical skills required for descriptive and preliminary exams.

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Contemporary Indian Issues Questions

Multiple choice

What is the main challenge faced by the government in implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?

  1. Lack of funds

  2. Lack of political will

  3. Lack of public support

  4. All of the above
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All of the above challenges are faced by the government in implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a challenge to social development in India?

  1. Poverty and inequality

  2. Illiteracy and lack of education

  3. Gender discrimination and violence

  4. All of the above
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Poverty, inequality, illiteracy, lack of education, gender discrimination, and violence are all challenges to social development in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a consequence of India's hierarchical political culture?

  1. Limited social mobility

  2. Concentration of power and resources

  3. Lack of accountability and transparency

  4. All of the above
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Limited social mobility, concentration of power and resources, and lack of accountability and transparency are all consequences of India's hierarchical political culture.

Multiple choice

What is the primary challenge faced by astronomy clubs and societies in India?

  1. Lack of funding

  2. Lack of public interest

  3. Lack of trained personnel

  4. Lack of access to telescopes
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Explanation

Lack of funding is the primary challenge faced by astronomy clubs and societies in India, as it limits their ability to organize events and purchase equipment.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film released in 2015 is a political satire that criticizes the rise of right-wing extremism and intolerance in the country?

  1. PK

  2. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  3. Tanu Weds Manu Returns

  4. Dilwale
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PK, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, is a political satire that criticizes the rise of right-wing extremism and intolerance in India. It features an alien who comes to Earth and questions religious beliefs and practices.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film released in 2020 is a social drama that addresses the issue of caste discrimination and its impact on individuals and society?

  1. Thappad

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl

  4. Shakuntala Devi
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Thappad, directed by Anubhav Sinha, is a social drama that addresses the issue of caste discrimination and its impact on individuals and society. It explores the journey of a woman who fights against the patriarchal norms and societal prejudices.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film released in 2022 is a satirical comedy that criticizes the obsession with social media and the culture of celebrity worship?

  1. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  2. RRR

  3. The Kashmir Files

  4. Jugjugg Jeeyo
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Jugjugg Jeeyo, directed by Raj Mehta, is a satirical comedy that criticizes the obsession with social media and the culture of celebrity worship. It explores the lives of two couples and their struggles with relationships, family, and social expectations.

Multiple choice

What are the challenges faced by PMGDISHA?

  1. Lack of awareness about the program

  2. Lack of infrastructure in rural areas

  3. Lack of trained trainers

  4. All of the above
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PMGDISHA faces challenges such as lack of awareness about the program, lack of infrastructure in rural areas, lack of trained trainers, and more.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a challenge in the use of geospatial technologies in Indian geography?

  1. Lack of data availability

  2. Lack of technical expertise

  3. Lack of financial resources

  4. Lack of political support
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Lack of political support is not a challenge in the use of geospatial technologies in Indian geography. In fact, the government of India has been supportive of the use of these technologies.

Multiple choice

What are the key challenges that need to be addressed in order to fully unlock the potential of geospatial technologies in Indian geography?

  1. Lack of data availability

  2. Lack of technical expertise

  3. Lack of financial resources

  4. All of the above
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The key challenges that need to be addressed in order to fully unlock the potential of geospatial technologies in Indian geography are all of the above. These challenges include the lack of data availability, the lack of technical expertise, and the lack of financial resources.

Multiple choice

What are the challenges faced by the government in developing sports infrastructure in India?

  1. Limited financial resources

  2. Lack of political will

  3. Bureaucratic hurdles

  4. Corruption
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Explanation

The government faces several challenges in developing sports infrastructure in India, including limited financial resources, lack of political will, bureaucratic hurdles, and corruption.

Multiple choice

What is the primary challenge faced by tribal historians in India?

  1. Lack of written sources

  2. Lack of access to tribal communities

  3. Lack of funding for research

  4. All of the above
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Tribal historians in India face a multitude of challenges, including the lack of written sources, limited access to tribal communities due to geographical and cultural barriers, and inadequate funding for research.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by irrigation in India?

  1. Water scarcity

  2. Salinization of soil

  3. Lack of infrastructure

  4. Inefficient water management
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Explanation

Water scarcity is a major challenge faced by irrigation in India. The country's water resources are under increasing pressure due to population growth, industrialization, and climate change, making it difficult to meet the growing demand for irrigation water.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by Indian families in the modern era?

  1. Changing family structures

  2. Economic pressures

  3. Increased urbanization

  4. Stronger family bonds
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Stronger family bonds are not a challenge faced by Indian families in the modern era. In fact, many families are finding ways to strengthen their bonds despite the challenges they face.

Multiple choice

What are some of the economic pressures faced by Indian families in the modern era?

  1. Rising cost of living

  2. Unemployment

  3. Underemployment

  4. All of the above
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Indian families in the modern era face a number of economic pressures, including the rising cost of living, unemployment, and underemployment. The rising cost of living is making it difficult for families to afford basic necessities, such as food, housing, and healthcare. Unemployment and underemployment are also major problems, as they can lead to financial instability and poverty.