A positive attitude is considered to be an essential characteristic of a civil servant who is often required to function under extreme stress. What contributes to a positive attitude in a person?

“Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and the feminist movement has been patriarchal.” Apart from women’s education and women empowerment schemes, what interventions can help change this milieu?

We are witnessing increasing instances of sexual violence against women in the country. Despite existing legal provisions against it, the number of such incidences is on the rise. Suggest some innovative measures to tackle this menace.

“The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes.” – William James

Anger is a harmful negative emotion. It is injurious to both personal life and work life. (a) Discuss how it leads to negative emotions and undesirable behaviours. (b) How can it be managed and controlled?

The current internet expansion has instilled a different set of cultural values which are in conflict with traditional values. Discuss.

“Education is not an injunction, it is an effective and pervasive tool for all-round development of an individual and social transformation”. Examine the New Education Policy, 2020 (NEP, 2020) in light of the above statement.

What are the main components of emotional intelligence (EI)? Can they be learned? Discuss.

What teachings of Buddha are most relevant today and why? Discuss.

What are the main factors responsible for gender inequality in India? Discuss the contribution of Savitribai Phule in this regard.

“Condemn none: if you can stretch out a helping hand do so. If not, fold your hands, bless your brothers and let them go their own way.” – Swami Vivekananda