UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: October 14, 2017

  1. Critically discuss the potential implications of recent amendment of the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification, 2011 towards mining for atomic minerals in coastal India.
Live Mint | New Indian Express

Category – GS-III: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth.

  1. How will the US decision to “decertify” the Iran nuclear deal affect the parties involved in the deal? Discuss.
Vox

Category – GS-II- Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

  1. While analyzing the issues and challenges for the handloom industry, discuss the policy initiatives taken by the government towards its protection.
The Hans India | The Wire | Indian Express

Category – GS-III: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth.

  1. Despite being a responsible power, why is India reluctant to join Non-Proliferation treaty? Discuss.
The Hindu | The Hindu

Category – GS-II- Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

  1. As per latest Global Hunger Index (GHI), India is ranked 100th out of 119 countries. What steps do you think should be taken to improve India’s ranking?
FE

Category – GS-II: Issues relating to poverty and hunger


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