CGPSC MAINS 2015 Paper-5

Points to Remember: Economic liberalization’s multifaceted impact on India post-1991. Positive and negative consequences across various sectors. Social and political ramifications of economic reforms. Need for balanced assessment and future policy directions. Introduction: The year 1991 marked a watershed moment in India’s economic history. Facing a severe balance of payments crisis, India embarked on a … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition and calculation of fiscal deficit. Sources of fiscal deficit financing. Impact of fiscal deficit on inflation, interest rates, exchange rates, and economic growth. Fiscal deficit management strategies. India’s fiscal deficit trends and challenges. Introduction: Fiscal deficit is a crucial macroeconomic indicator reflecting the difference between a government’s total expenditure and its … Read more

Points to Remember: Major river systems of Chhattisgarh Tributaries and their significance Drainage patterns and characteristics Impact of drainage on the state’s geography and economy Challenges and conservation efforts Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, possesses a diverse drainage system primarily shaped by the eastward flowing rivers originating from the Satpura and Maikal ranges. … Read more

Points to Remember: Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBM Act), 2003: Its objectives, key provisions, and implications for state governments. Chhattisgarh’s fiscal situation in 2014-15: Revenue generation, expenditure patterns, debt levels, and adherence to FRBM targets. Analysis of Chhattisgarh’s performance against FRBM Act parameters. Challenges faced by Chhattisgarh in fiscal management. Suggestions for improved … Read more

Points to Remember: Chhattisgarh’s geological composition and its abundance of iron ore deposits. Major iron ore mines and their locations in Chhattisgarh. The process of iron ore extraction, processing, and transportation. Key players involved in the iron ore industry in Chhattisgarh (mining companies, transportation companies, etc.). Distribution channels and the destinations of iron ore from … Read more

Points to Remember: RBI’s mandate: Price stability and managing inflation while supporting economic growth. Tools used: Monetary policy tools (repo rate, reverse repo rate, CRR, SLR, MSF, etc.) and other measures. Recent actions: Analysis of RBI’s actions in the last few years to combat inflation. Balancing act: The challenge of controlling inflation without significantly hindering … Read more

Points to Remember: Objectives of Bharat Nirman: Rural infrastructure development (roads, irrigation, housing, etc.) Implementation: Centrally sponsored scheme, state-level execution. Challenges: Funding, corruption, implementation gaps, lack of community participation. Successes: Improved rural infrastructure in some areas. Sustainability: Long-term maintenance and upkeep crucial. Introduction: Subscribe on YouTube Bharat Nirman, launched in 2005, was a flagship rural … Read more

Points to Remember: Location of Maikal Range within Chhattisgarh. Dominant physical features: hills, plateaus, rivers, and valleys. Geological composition and its influence on the landscape. Ecological significance and biodiversity. Introduction: The Maikal Range is a significant geological formation in central India, extending its influence notably into the state of Chhattisgarh. Understanding its location and physical … Read more

Points to Remember: Chhattisgarh’s budgetary priorities (e.g., agriculture, infrastructure, social welfare). Revenue sources and expenditure patterns. Fiscal health and sustainability of the budget. Impact on various sections of society. Comparison with other states’ budgetary policies (optional). Introduction: The budgetary policy of the Government of Chhattisgarh reflects its developmental priorities and fiscal management strategies. Analyzing this … Read more

Points to Remember: Types of non-conventional energy resources in Chhattisgarh. Potential and limitations of each resource. Government initiatives and policies. Challenges and future prospects. Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, is rich in conventional energy resources like coal. However, the state is also exploring and harnessing non-conventional energy resources to meet its growing energy … Read more