UPSC Mains ECONOMICS-PAPER-II 2012

18 Questions • 380 Marks • With Detailed Model Answers

1
12 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Discuss in detail the views of VKRV Rao on deficit financing.
EconomyIndian Economy
2
12 Marks150 Wordsmedium
During the British rule, commercialisation of agriculture was forced on the farmers, while now it is the need of the hour. Discuss.
EconomyAgricultureHistory
3
12 Marks150 Wordsmedium
What do you mean by the 'Hindu rate of growth'? Why has it been argued that poverty can not be eradicated under the Hindu rate of growth ?
EconomyPovertyIndian Economy
4
12 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Trace the growth of real per capita income in India in the pre-liberalisation period, keeping in view the interplay of increasing population and increasing real national income.
EconomyIndian Economy
5
12 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Explain why in spite of economic planning income-distribution has turned more unequal through time.
EconomySocial IssuesIndian Economy
6
20 Marks250 Wordsmedium
Population is not just a denominator to deflate aggregates. It is determined by the level and pattern of economic development. Comment.
EconomyDemographicsIndian Economy
7
20 Marks250 Wordsmedium
Compare the strategies of trickle down growth with inclusive growth. Why should the strategy of inclusive growth be preferred ?
EconomySocial IssuesIndian Economy
8
20 Marks250 Wordsmedium
How was the Jute industry affected after partition ? What remedial measures were taken to arrest its decline ?
EconomyHistoryIndian Economy
9
20 Marks250 Wordsmedium
Discuss the various measures of poverty with policy implications for removal of poverty.
EconomySocial IssuesIndian Economy
10
30 Marks300 Wordsmedium
A number of production lines were reserved for the small scale sector in the pre-liberalisation period. Did such reservation achieve its objectives ? Explain in detail.
EconomyIndian Economy
11
30 Marks300 Wordsmedium
What are the factors which determine the size and composition of national income ? In this respect contrast the scenarios between pre and post liberalisation periods.
EconomyIndian Economy
12
30 Marks300 Wordsmedium
Discuss the salient features of TRIPS and Indian position on (i) geographical indications and (ii) plant breeders' rights.
EconomyInternational Relations
13
30 Marks300 Wordsmedium
Why is capital inflow through multinational corporations preferred over foreign debt ?
EconomyInternational Relations
14
20 Marks250 Wordsmedium
Discuss the major recommendations of the Thirteenth Finance Commission with regard to augmentation of resources of local governments.
EconomyPolityIndian Economy
15
20 Marks250 Wordsmedium
Distinguish between fiscal federalism and political federalism. How has fiscal federalism been evolving in relation to special category States in particular and other States in general ?
EconomyPolityIndian Economy
16
20 Marks250 Wordsmedium
How is GST different from VAT ? What is the grand bargain suggested by the Thirteenth Finance Commission for implementation of GST?
EconomyIndian Economy
17
30 Marks300 Wordsmedium
Examine the new EXIM policy. Given the tough competition in international trade, what corrective measures would you suggest to make it more successful in boosting Indian exports ?
EconomyInternational Relations
18
30 Marks300 Wordsmedium
Explain the salient features of the Fiscal Responsibility Act. Explain to what extent has the Government of India been able to adhere to the provisions of this Act ?
EconomyIndian Economy