Examine the role of the National Investment Policy for Urea-2026 in strengthening India's fertiliser security. What challenges could limit its objective of achieving self-reliance in urea production?

The U.S. Federal Reserve is often regarded as the world's most influential central bank. Examine the factors that enable the Federal Reserve to shape global monetary conditions. Discuss its implications for emerging economies like India.

"The emergence of indigenous AI unicorns marks a strategic shift from India being an AI consumer to becoming an AI creator." Examine the significance of homegrown AI companies such as Sarvam AI for India's technological sovereignty and economic growth.

"India's economic resilience remains closely tied to global crude oil prices despite progress in energy diversification." Examine the sensitivity of the Indian economy to fluctuations in international crude oil prices.

"Control over strategic maritime chokepoints increasingly shapes global power politics." Examine this statement with reference to the U.S. decision to impose a 20% toll on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and discuss its implications for global trade and India's strategic interests.

"Non-violence derives its strength not from coercion, but from moral legitimacy." Examine the significance and limitations of non-violent methods of protest, particularly hunger strikes, in India's national movement.

"Reusable launch vehicle technology is transforming the economics and geopolitics of space exploration." Discuss its significance in the emerging global space race and examine its implications for India's space programme.

"Green hydrogen has the potential to become a cornerstone of India's clean energy transition, but its success depends on building a comprehensive hydrogen ecosystem." Discuss.

“Judicial independence cannot become a shield against judicial accountability.” Examine this statement in light of the constitutional process for removing judges and the accountability concerns raised by a judge resigning during pending removal proceedings.

"Critical minerals have emerged as the new strategic resources of the 21st century." Discuss their significance for India's economic and strategic security. Examine how international partnerships can strengthen India's critical mineral ecosystem.

"The success of ethanol blending depends as much on fuel quality and vehicle compatibility as on blending targets." Examine this statement in the context of India's transition towards E20 fuel.

"The success of an ethanol blending programme depends on building an enabling ecosystem rather than merely increasing blending targets." Examine this statement in the context of India's energy transition.

"A delayed monsoon is not merely an agricultural concern but a macroeconomic challenge." Examine this statement in the context of the delayed southwest monsoon in India during 2026.

"In the digital economy, protection of intellectual property extends beyond patents to securing global manufacturing supply chains." Examine this statement in the light of the recent Tata Electronics data breach involving Apple.

"The rise of institutional childcare reflects changing family structures, but also raises concerns regarding child safety and accountability." Examine this statement in the light of recent incidents of abuse in childcare centres in India.

“The India–Japan partnership is evolving from infrastructure cooperation to comprehensive economic and strategic security.” Examine this statement with reference to the outcomes of the 2026 India–Japan Annual Summit.

"Birthright citizenship reflects the balance between constitutional guarantees and sovereign control over immigration." Examine this statement with reference to the recent U.S. Supreme Court judgment upholding birthright citizenship and discuss its relevance in the Indian constitutional framework.

“Earthquakes become disasters not merely due to tectonic shocks, but due to weak preparedness.” Examine this with reference to the Venezuelan earthquake and discuss how India should strengthen post-disaster risk mitigation and adaptation.

"The recurring Afghanistan–Pakistan crisis has implications far beyond their bilateral relationship." Examine its impact on India's security and strategic interests.

"The constitutional guarantee of religious freedom does not confer absolute immunity from State regulation." Examine this statement with reference to Article 25(2) and Article 26(b) in the context of State control over temple administration.