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Marginality and vulnerability are the twin roots of human trafficking in India. Discuss.

The removal of self-perceived gender identity from India's transgender rights framework contradicts both the NALSA judgment and the Puttaswamy right to privacy ruling. Examine the constitutional validity of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 against India's fundamental rights guarantees.

Legislation for marginalised communities must be grounded in scientific accuracy, intersectional sensitivity, and rights-based frameworks — not administrative convenience. Critically examine whether the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, 2026 advances or undermines the welfare of transgender and intersex persons in India.

Assess the implications of inadequate land compensation on the socio-economic fabric of Great Nicobar Island. How does this reflect broader issues of indigenous rights in India?

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 has reignited the debate on IPS deputation versus CAPF cadre promotion. Critically examine the implications of this Bill for governance, institutional morale, and the principle of separation of powers.

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) is transitioning from an 'Infrastructure Mission' to a 'Hydrological Mission.' Critically evaluate the role of decentralized community-led water management in ensuring the 'Source Sustainability' of rural water supply amidst increasing climate volatility.

The Supreme Court's 2014 NALSA judgment remains a cornerstone for the right to self-determined gender identity. However, recent legislative frameworks have often been criticized for creating a 'friction' between medical certification and individual autonomy. Critically analyze the challenges in implementing a rights-based approach for transgender persons in India.

Examine the challenges of prison health in India, with particular reference to overcrowding and disease prevalence. In this context, discuss the role of the judiciary in safeguarding prisoners’ health rights and analyze the implications of prison healthcare on broader public health outcomes.

Discuss the challenges in measuring child malnutrition in India with reference to discrepancies between NFHS and administrative data systems like Poshan Tracker. Also examine the regional and social disparities in malnutrition.

Discuss the role of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes in improving social welfare delivery in India.

Discuss the ethical responsibilities of food vendors and regulatory bodies in ensuring food safety. How should they be held accountable in light of negligence?

Examine the role of volunteer care workers such as ASHA and Anganwadi workers in India’s health and welfare system. Discuss the gendered nature of care work and suggest measures to ensure better recognition, protection, and employment conditions for them.

Critically evaluate the impact of large-scale development projects on the socio-economic fabric of tribal regions like Kalahandi, focusing on the paradox of 'infrastructure-led progress' versus 'development-induced displacement.' Suggest policy measures to ensure inclusive growth in such geographically isolated areas.

Discuss the role of government schemes in mitigating malnutrition in vulnerable populations. How can the effectiveness of these initiatives be assessed and improved?

The frequent industrial disasters in hazardous sectors, such as the recent firecracker unit explosion in Kakinada, expose deep-seated gaps in regulatory oversight and worker safety. Critically analyze the socio-economic factors behind such accidents and suggest reforms to the current industrial safety and investigative framework in India.

Critically examine the socio-political implications of recent demolition drives on Bhoodan lands. In the context of the historical Bhoodan movement, how do such actions reflect the evolving state approach toward land rights and the role of civil society in protecting marginalized communities?

Analyze the relationship between profit motives in the explosives industry and the safety of workers. What policies should be enforced to safeguard worker welfare?

Discuss the role of regulatory bodies in enforcing safety standards in India's explosives sector. How can these organizations improve their effectiveness?

Urban redevelopment projects often create tensions between heritage conservation, livelihood security, and modernization. Discuss this in the context of initiatives like the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, and suggest measures to ensure fair compensation, inclusive governance, and preservation of cultural legacies.

Critically examine the regulatory framework and enforcement mechanisms governing firework and other hazardous industries in India. In light of recent accidents, discuss the impact of non-compliance and suggest measures to strengthen safety standards and accountability.

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