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1/18/2016
Art and Culture
Gandhara sculpture owed as much to the Romans as to the Greeks. Explain. (150 words) 10 marks
Indian Polity
Does the right to clean environment entail legal regulations on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of the Indian Constitution and Judgments of the Apex Court in this regard.(200 words) 12.5 marks
Indian Governance
Examine critically the recent changes in the rules governing foreign funding of NGOs under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), 1976. (200 words) 12.5 marks
The Self-Help Groups (SHG) Bank Linkage Programme (SBLP), which is India’s own innovation, has proved to be one of the most effective poverty alleviation and women empowerment programmes. Elucidate. (200 words) 12.5 marks
Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty levels over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.(200 words)12.5 marks
Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment.(200 words) 12.5 marks
The ancient civilization in Indian–subcontinent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without a breakdown to the present day. Comment. (200 words) 12.5 marks
World History
Why did the industrial revolution first occur in England? Discuss the quality of life of the people there during the industrialization. How does it can be compared with that in India at present? (200 words) 12.5 marks
To what extent can Germany be held responsible for causing the two World Wars? Discuss Critically. (200 words) 12.5 marks
Describe any four cultural elements of diversity in India and rate their relative significance in building a national identity.(200 words) 12.5 marks