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(a) “Civil Service Reforms along with a transparent transfer policy will go a long way in insulating civil servants from undesired political pulls and pressures.” Discuss. (20 marks)

(b) “The withdrawal of AFSPA from Tripura has sent a positive signal across the State and North-Eastern Region.” Do you think that now it is an appropriate time to take a more rational policy decision in this matter. (20 marks)

(c) The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan is by far the most significant cleanliness campaign by the Government of India. Comment. (10 marks)