MAINS DAILY QUESTIONS & MODEL ANSWERS
Q1. What causes the fjords to form? Why do they comprise some of the world’s most picturesque regions?
GS I – Geography related issues
Introduction:
- Fjords are lengthy, deep, and narrow sea inlets encircled by precipitous mountains or cliffs. They are located in areas where the sea level has risen following an ice age and are created by the erosion of glacial ice.
- Fjords can be found in a number of nations, including Chile, Alaska in the United States, Norway, and New Zealand.
Because of their distinctive and striking natural features, fjords are among the most gorgeous locations. Among the causes are:
- the difference between the rough, snow-capped mountains and the serene, azure sea.
- the sky and mountains reflected in the surface of the river.
- The way that shadows and light play against the cliffs and sea.
- Numerous marine and terrestrial life forms, including seals, penguins, dolphins, whales, seabirds, and plants, are supported by the fjords’ biodiversity.
- Centuries of history are embodied in fjord culture, where monuments, churches, farms, and villages blend together with the breathtaking natural environment.
- Travellers are drawn to the fjords for its leisure activities. Among the activities are skiing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, and cruising.
Way Forward:
- Fjords, then, are outstanding illustrations of how culture and environment can combine to produce some of the world’s most stunning locales.
Q2. Discuss the Competition Commission of India’s role in preventing multinational corporations in India from abusing their dominating market position. Analyse the latest rulings.
GS II – Statutory and Non-Statutory Bodies
Introduction:
- The Competition Commission of India (CCI), which was founded in 2009, is tasked with carrying out the Competition Act and keeping an eye out for any anti-competitive agreements or actions that can stifle healthy competition in the market.
Role of CCI:
- Penalize the corporations that engage in unscrupulous activities to prevent or deter competition.
- For example, penalty on Google by CCI for implementation of discriminatory sales terms.
- Ensure fair and healthy competition among market players for sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
- Implement policies to carry out effective utilization of resources.
- Deter monopolistic tendencies of MNCs in resource acquisition and market expansion.
- Keep check on unscrupulous mergers and acquisition that try to hinder competition.
Way Forward:
- Adjudicating more than 1200 cases with 89% disposal rate and having overseen more than 900 Mergers and acquisitions, it can be said that Competition Commission of India helps the economy and society in general to maintain steady and healthy price points, while ensuring wider choices to consumers and overall ensuring a healthy growth for the Economy.
