The Engineering Services Examination (ESE) is a crucial milestone for engineering graduates aiming for a prestigious career in the government sector. One of the key components of the ESE is the preliminary paper, particularly Paper I, which covers multiple topics. Among these, the current issues segment has gained significant importance over the years. This blog post delves into the relevance of current issues in the ESE prelims, offering insights on how to prepare effectively.
Overview of ESE Paper I
The ESE Paper I consists of ten distinct topics, each contributing to the overall score. Analyzing trends from previous years can provide valuable insight into which topics carry more weight. Notably, current issues have seen a remarkable increase in the number of questions asked.
Trends in Current Issues
From 2017 to 2024, the frequency of questions related to current issues has surged. In 2017, there were merely six questions, but by 2024, this number had skyrocketed to 23 questions. This upward trend suggests that current issues are becoming increasingly vital for candidates aiming to excel in the exam.
Expectations for 2025
Looking ahead to 2025, it is anticipated that the trend will continue, with a significant number of questions expected to be drawn from current issues. This highlights the importance of focusing on this topic during preparation.
Understanding Current Issues in ESE
Current issues in the context of the ESE prelims are distinct from those encountered in other examinations. The focus is largely on government schemes, awards, and specific publications that relate to engineering services. Therefore, it is essential to understand what types of current issues are relevant for the exam.
Key Areas of Focus
• Government Policies: Candidates should concentrate on government schemes and policies that pertain to socio-economic development, finance, and technological advancements. These policies often influence engineering sectors directly.
• Statistical Methodologies: Be prepared to tackle questions based on statistics, methodologies, and depreciation related to these schemes.
• Awards and Recognitions: Familiarity with awards related to engineering fields and notable publications is also crucial.
Preparation Strategies
To achieve a score of over 100 in ESE Paper I, focusing on current issues is imperative. Here are some strategies to enhance your preparation:
1. Prioritize Current Issues
Given that current issues may contribute up to 20% of the total paper, it’s vital to prioritize this topic. Allocate sufficient study time specifically for current issues.
2. Stay Updated with Government Policies
Regularly read up on government policies, especially those that affect socio-economic development and technology. This can include following news articles, government websites, and relevant publications.
3. Utilize Online Resources
Participate in online classes and webinars focusing on current issues. Platforms like YourPedia offer live classes that can help clarify concepts and keep you updated.
4. Practice with Previous Year Papers
Review past papers to understand the format and types of questions asked. This will help you identify patterns and prepare accordingly.
Conclusion
In conclusion, current issues represent a significant portion of the ESE Paper I, and their importance cannot be overstated. By prioritizing this topic in your studies and employing effective preparation strategies, you can enhance your chances of success in the examination. Remember, every topic is essential, but focusing on areas with higher weightage can lead to better outcomes.
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INTRODUCTION
1. Good morning everyone,
2. The topic of today’s group discussion is quite of concern for our mother Earth, it is “Impacts of Climate change on Indian Economy.”
3. Climate change has been a major concern due to increasing change in temperature and unpredictable monsoon rainfall, which has also led to adverse impact on India’s current GDP, and even depressing the living standards of quite a major population.
4. According to me, climate change has disrupted the natural, social and economic system of our country in multiple ways.
5. Now I would to open the house for discussion.
Body
1. India is a land of agriculture, the climate change makes the weather conditions unpredictable and thus farmers fail to predict which crops to plant, resulting in uncertain monsoon changes which ultimately leads to lower productivity.
2. Climate conditions can even lead to scarcity of food, which ultimately affects low income groups, as the prices of food get increased.
3. Global warminghas been a big cause, which leads to huge climate strains, leading to the melting of glaciers more and more quickly. This leads to earlier snowmelt and diminishing glaciers
4. Even climate change has severe impact on livestock, heat stress reduces feed and fodder, and thus lives of animal stock is at risk.
5. Infrastructure is also at huge risk due to increased extremes of natural disasters brought on by the climate change, approximately 10% of the global economic loss was met by India due to economic damage caused by floods in the last decade.
6. The unpredictable seasonal variability has caused Himalayan glaciers to melt more and more quickly, thus leading to overflowing rivers into heavy floods or even dry rivers leading to water scarcity.
7. Burning fossil fuels results in green house gas emissions that traps sun’s heat and leads to increase in temperatures on Earth.
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Conclusion
1. On behalf of everyone, I would like to take the initiation to conclude the discussion
2. It was quite a healthy/fruitful discussion where all members exchanged their valuable viewpoints.
3. Discuss some quotes/ viewpoints of your mates which you find quite good, try to mention the points which you have jotted down
4. Thankyou
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