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Aniket Dnyaneshwar HirdeAIR 81· 2024

Question Q.18GS2GS2

नव-उदारवादी सुधार और वैश्वीकरण के कारणाणों ने कल्याणकारी राज्य की संस्थाओं को परिवर्तित किया है। इस संदर्भ में सार्वजनिक सेवा प्रदान के लिए नई नीति-तैयार प्रक्रिया का अवलोकन कीजिए और पर्याप्त सुधार सुझाइए। (250 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए) 15 अंक. OR 'Neo-liberal reforms and globalization have deeply transformed the institutions of the welfare state and set the ground for a new type of civil services.' In this context examine the challenges faced in service delivery and suggest adequate reforms. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks.

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Main Body

Service delivery to citizens with increased globalization, awareness among citizens, new-age reforms.

[Challenges Faced]

1Insulating from global shocks: Eg - rising inflation due to Russia-Ukraine.
2Ensuring equality: in days of rising capitalism. Today butter 50% own 13.1% wealth in India.
3Ensuring data privacy & security as service delivery deserves more data. Eg: Telegram bots giving details of vaccinated.
4Providing new age services: Environmental Protection, Psychological Support, NCD Care, etc.
5Upholding low & order: In times of cyber fraud, lone wolf attack, etc.
6Developing new technologies for public welfare. Eg: Quantum computing for weather predictions, crypto for Central Bank, Digital Currency, etc.

[Reforms Needed]

1Specializing civil services: 20 years into tenure. Eg: Secretaries can take broad specialization like environment; health, infra, etc.
2More devolution, democraticization,

decentralization to 3rd tier to distribute responsibilities, risks, etc.

3Increased private sector participation for implementation while govt. can focus on strategic planning.
4More collaborative - breaking silos among ministries, departments, etc.
5Use of technology: Platfoming like PRAGATI, National Data Analytics platform for evidence, test based decisions making.

The new age service delivery can ensure India's goal of developed economy by 2047 can be achieved.

India-China have gone from 'Hindi-Chini Bhai-Bhai' in 1950s to two nations with constant border disputes, killings, etc. since May 2020.

[China's Perception of India as Rival]

1India's military strength: One of the largest military standing
2Economic strength: 5th largest economy, countering China's BRI, reduced to join China led RCEP.
3Countering China's hegemonic goals: Supplying Brahmos missile to Philippines, supporting Vietnam's defence, etc.

[Areas of Convergence]

1Asian development: As a part of global South, neglected by West.
2Trade Synergies: India developing EV, semi-conductor manufacturing while China processes 60% of global lithium.
3Environmental responsibilities: Enforcing Common but Differentiated Responsibility, getting more environmental funding, carbon space, etc.
4Alternative to bi-polar world: Dominated by US-vis-Russia.
5Technology development: Increased R&D due to reducing young & technologically adopt population.
6Youth Exchange: Organized by Ministry of Sports, Affair to explore culture, education in both countries.
6Youth Exchange: Organized by Ministry of Sports Affair to explore culture, education in both countries.
7Startup collaboration: Booming 'industry' in both nations.

[Way Ahead]

> China needs to stop border aggression. For business as usual.

> India can promote tack & diplomacy for more confidence building measures.

> India-China need to follow 'Competition with Cooperation without Confrontation'

— External Affairs Minister

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Conclusion

The new age service delivery can ensure India's goal of developed economy by 2047 can be achieved. India-China need to follow 'Competition with Cooperation without Confrontation'

26 words

  • Relevant contemporary examples
  • Covers multiple dimensions of service delivery challenges
  • Links abstract concepts to real-world impacts
  • Identifies emerging challenges (cyber fraud, lone wolf attacks)
  • Proposes innovative technological solutions
  • Addresses both challenges and reforms comprehensively
  • Concludes with India's 2047 vision
  • Proposes systemic reforms across multiple levels
  • Emphasizes technology and data-driven approaches
  • Historical perspective from 'Hindi-Chini Bhai-Bhai' to present
  • Multiple dimensions of rivalry identified
  • Contemporary examples provided
  • Balanced approach showing convergence areas
  • Practical examples of cooperation potential
  • Links local interests to global concerns
  • Proposes balanced diplomatic approach
  • Identifies key prerequisites (border management)
  • Provides framework for future engagement

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Topper

Aniket Dnyaneshwar Hirde

AIR 812024

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Government Policies and Interventions - Design, Implementation and Issues

Service delivery and welfare reforms

Neo-liberal reforms and civil service transformation

Writing Stats

435

Total words

30

Paragraphs

formal, analytical

Tone