2025

Is it possible to have sustainable development in India? Cite major environmental issues and suggest a few measures to achieve the sustainability. 20
Do you think that forced displacement of labourers has caused their deprivation and resultant inequalities during the recent past years? Elaborate. 20
What are the Indian government’s schemes launched for poverty alleviation after United Nation’s Declaration of ‘Sustainable Development Goals – 2015’? Briefly describe. 10

2024

What is sustainable development? How can sustainability be achieved in India where livelihood needs conflict with environmental protection? 20 Marks
Analyse the trilogy between environmental movement, development and tribal identity. 20 Marks

Citing some case studies, expand the concept of Development induced displacement.
Analyse the sociological interconnection between social media and mass mobilization in India.
In the face of rising global climatic concerns, how do you contextualise the relevance of chipko movement and it's Gandhian tone? Answer analytically.

The problem of displacement is inherent in the idea of development. Analyse the statement critically.