Question Q.8GS2GS1

The disproportionate preference for government jobs in certain Indian states is not merely a matter of personal aspiration. Analyze.

Introduction

Preference for government jobs in states like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, etc is more than just personal aspiration issue.

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Main Body

Preference for government jobs in states like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, etc is more than just personal aspiration issue – related to economic and social factors as well.

Government jobsGovernment job hold prestige and security; Public service opportunity.

Not merely personal aspiration:

1Unemployment due to limited private sector jobs, eg: 3.2% unemployment rate (PLFs) in youth.

2Unemployability of youth due to low technical skills, eg: India skill support, 530 youth and India latest skills.

3Lack of investment in certain states, eg: 70% PDI is directed towards...

Gujarat, Mumbai, southern states.

4Government-job offers security and fixed salary.

5Culture of co-competitive teams in Bihar, UP, etc.

6Cost based reservation – not in justice sector only in government jobs → thus articulation of SC/ST/OBCs.

This calls for:

1Expectation of possibility of affirmative action in some private entities.

2Regional balance in investment, eg: NE Investment Summit.

Youth employment is a necessity to achieve Vikram Bharat, after 2047.

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Conclusion

Youth employment is a necessity to achieve Vikram Bharat, after 2047.

11 words

Diagram

Map showing FDI and agricultural economic zones across Indian states

Addresses structural economic issues
State-level analysis
Includes specific statistics
Addresses structural inequities
Mentions specific regions
Policy recommendations included

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Topper

Suramya Sharma

AIR 3592025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS1

Topic

Government Employment Preference

Socioeconomic Factors Behind Job Preferences

State-Level Analysis and Structural Issues

Writing Stats

191

Total words

Paragraphs

Analytical and policy-oriented

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