“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.

How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the educational system in the country? Elaborate your answer.

Should the premier institutes like IITs/IIMs be allowed to retain premier status, allowed more academic independence in designing courses and also decide mode/criteria of selection of students? Discuss in light of the growing challenges.

The quality of higher education in India requires major improvements to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of higher and technical education in the country? Discuss.

National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient the education system in India. Critically examine the statement.

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

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?

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