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Thursday, 26 February 2026

 

📘 Recent Current Affairs – February 2026
Page 19 – 20-Mark Mains Answer Writing Practice


🔹 Question 1 – Economy (GS3)

Q1. “Sustaining high economic growth requires financial sector resilience.” Examine in light of recent banking reforms.

How to Structure:
  • Introduction – Growth and credit linkage
  • Body – IBC reforms, NPAs reduction, digital banking, RBI monetary policy
  • Challenges – Global volatility, capital adequacy, cyber risks
  • Conclusion – Strong regulation + innovation balance

🔹 Question 2 – International Relations (GS2)

Q2. Analyse India’s strategic autonomy in a multipolar global order.

Key Points:
  • Balancing major powers
  • Global South leadership
  • Energy and security partnerships
  • Defence and technology diplomacy
  • Risks of geopolitical polarization

🔹 Question 3 – Environment (GS3)

Q3. Discuss the economic and environmental dimensions of Net Zero commitments.

Structure:
  • Definition of Net Zero
  • Renewable transition and green jobs
  • Carbon markets & climate finance
  • Development vs sustainability debate
  • Way forward – Just transition model

🔹 Question 4 – Internal Security (GS3)

Q4. Internal security threats are increasingly technological. Discuss.

Include:
  • Cyber warfare
  • AI-driven misinformation
  • Critical infrastructure protection
  • Institutional reforms

🔹 Question 5 – Governance & Ethics (GS4)

Q5. “Transparency is the cornerstone of good governance.” Discuss with examples.

Dimensions:
  • RTI and accountability
  • DBT and subsidy transparency
  • Ethical leadership
  • Technology-enabled monitoring

🎯 25 Marks Essay Practice

Essay Topic: “Development, Democracy and Digital Transformation: The New India Story”

Suggested Structure:
  • Introduction – India at reform crossroads
  • Economic transformation & digital growth
  • Governance transparency & citizen empowerment
  • Security and sustainability challenges
  • Conclusion – Inclusive & resilient future

 Answer Writing Tips

  • Use headings & subheadings
  • Write balanced arguments
  • Include recent examples
  • Conclude with constitutional values
  • Practice 8-9 minutes per 20-mark answer

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