Q1. Essay (choose one topic, ≤ 400 words)
Outline / Structure Template
Use the following generic structure, and tailor it to whichever topic you pick:
- Introduction
- Define the key terms / set context
- Give your thesis / central stance (balanced / positive / cautionary) - Body – Arguments / Supporting Points
- Point 1: explanation + example
- Point 2: explanation + example
- (Optional) Point 3: counterargument / limitation + rebuttal - Suggestions / Mitigation / Balanced Approach
- How to handle negatives, trade-offs, controls, policies
- Practical measures, best practices - Conclusion
- Summarize main ideas
- Strong closing statement or call to action
Tip: Use signposting phrases (“Firstly…”, “Moreover…”, “However…”, “To conclude…”) for clarity.
You can adapt this for any of the five topics your paper offered (e.g. “Women’s education …”, “Increasing dependence on technology …”, “Equitable economic growth …”, “Social media replacing traditional news …”, “Impact of tourism on environment …”).
Q2. Comprehension Passage + Sub-questions (approx. 5 sub-questions, 2 marks each)
Outline / Steps to Answer
- Read & Annotate the Passage
- Underline key points, trends, causes, data, policy suggestions
- Note keywords, contrast, “however” statements - Answer Each Sub-question
For each:
a) Restate the Question (briefly)
b) Answer concisely using content from the passage
c) Add a small supporting line / example / logic (if needed)
d) Use transitional words (Thus, Moreover, Conversely)
- Manage Word / Time Constraints
- Keep each answer short (≈ 30–40 words)
- Don’t repeat full sentences — answer directly
Sample Sub-question Outline (Based on given passage)
- “The solution … is essentially the same. Explain.” → Connect the similarity: nutritional balance, regulating unhealthy foods, promoting good diet & activity etc.
- “What are prime reasons for obesity?” → List causes: processed food, lifestyle, marketing, urbanization etc.
- “How is the economy benefited from health of citizens?” → Productivity, reduced healthcare burden, human capital etc.
- “Why children suffer disproportionately more… compared to adults?” → Growing bodies, targeted marketing, lifestyle shift, early onset etc.
- “Key finding of HCES 2022-23 w.r.t rural/urban consumption + importance?” → Rural consumption of processed foods rising to catch up with urban, meaning rural health burdens will also grow; policies must address rural dietary transition.
Q3. Précis (Write the précis in ≤ 100 words, based on a passage)
Outline / Framework
- Title (optional or internal heading)
- E.g. “Discord and Harmony: The Greek Concept of Eris” (captures theme) - Core Idea Extraction
- Identify central theme(s): the concept of eris (balance of opposites), how good and bad forms interact, dangers of unchecked discord - Condensed Version in Your Own Words
- Use simple, clear language
- Avoid examples / elaborations unless essential
- Maintain logical flow: main idea → elaboration → consequence - Word Check & Final Polish
- Trim any redundancies
- Ensure coherence, clarity, and fidelity to passage tone
Key points for this précis passage
- Greeks viewed the world in opposites: good, evil, love, war, peace etc.
- Good eris = harmony, bad eris = discord
- Bad eris, when ignored, grows, destabilizes, causes damage
- Eris personified as goddess of discord; mythic references