MPPSC MAINS 2019 Paper-III

Points to Remember: Limited financial resources and access to credit. Lack of managerial expertise and professional management. Internal conflicts and lack of transparency. Inadequate infrastructure and technology. Government policies and regulations. Competition from larger corporations. Limited market access and penetration. Lack of skilled workforce and training. Introduction: The cooperative movement in India, while playing a … Read more

Points to Remember: Rapid population growth exceeding infrastructure capacity. Inadequate housing, sanitation, and healthcare. Environmental degradation and resource depletion. Social inequalities and crime. Economic disparities and unemployment. Strain on governance and public services. Introduction: Urbanization, the increasing concentration of human populations in urban areas, is a global phenomenon. While offering economic opportunities and cultural enrichment, … Read more

Points to Remember: Low productivity due to fragmented landholdings and lack of irrigation. Dependence on monsoon, leading to crop failures. Inadequate access to credit and technology. Poor infrastructure (storage, transportation, market linkages). Lack of diversification and value addition. Vulnerability to climate change. Introduction: Madhya Pradesh (MP), despite being a large state with significant agricultural land, … Read more

Points to Remember: PURA’s focus on integrated rural development. The six key components of the PURA model. The challenges faced in implementing PURA. The potential of PURA for sustainable rural development. Introduction: The Provision of Urban Amenities in Rural Areas (PURA) model is a holistic approach to rural development conceived by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. … Read more

Points to Remember: Rapid growth of India’s service sector. Factors contributing to this growth (domestic and global). Challenges and limitations. Future prospects and policy recommendations. Introduction: India’s service sector has experienced phenomenal growth in recent decades, transforming from a relatively small contributor to the national economy to its dominant force. While agriculture and industry remain … Read more

Points to Remember: Abundant solar radiation Technological advancements Government policies and initiatives Challenges: land acquisition, grid integration, intermittency Economic and environmental benefits Introduction: India, a country blessed with abundant sunshine, possesses immense potential for harnessing solar energy. With a geographically diverse landscape receiving high solar irradiance throughout the year, solar power presents a significant opportunity … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition of disinvestment Objectives of disinvestment in India Methods of disinvestment Weaknesses of disinvestment in India Policy recommendations for improved disinvestment Introduction: Disinvestment refers to the partial or full sale of the government’s stake in public sector undertakings (PSUs). It’s a crucial aspect of India’s economic policy, aimed at reducing the fiscal … Read more

Points to Remember: SEBI’s primary objective is to protect the interests of investors in securities markets. SEBI performs its functions through regulation, surveillance, and enforcement. SEBI’s functions cover various aspects of the securities market, including registration, listing, trading, and intermediaries. Introduction: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is a regulatory body established under … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition and characteristics of regulated agricultural markets. Mechanisms of regulation (price controls, subsidies, quotas, etc.). Impacts of regulation on farmers, consumers, and the economy. Examples of regulated and unregulated agricultural markets. Potential benefits and drawbacks of regulation. Introduction: Agricultural markets, unlike many other sectors, often experience significant government intervention. “Regulated agricultural markets” … Read more

Points to Remember: Repo rate is a monetary policy tool. It influences lending rates and inflation. Changes in repo rate impact borrowing costs for banks and individuals. It’s a crucial tool for managing liquidity in the economy. Introduction: The Repo Rate, short for “Repurchase Agreement Rate,” is a crucial monetary policy tool employed by a … Read more