GS4 · UPSC Mains
A hilly state witnessed torrential rains leading to loss of life and property. Apart from the local inhabitants there were tourists stranded in large numbers. With the supply chains broken and increased demand, it was observed that local shopkeepers started selling essential goods at very high prices. With a very restricted possibility of being evacuated in the coming few days, the stranded people feel helpless. A crumbled governance infrastructure in remote areas has multiplied the extent of their agony. Given this situation, answer the following questions. (a) Identify the various stakeholders in the case and give a reasoned account of their interests. Given the administrative, market and ethical perspective of viewing the situation, do you think there is a conflict in the priorities of these stakeholders? (b) Suggest ways to harmonize competing interests in order to resolve the issues, provide relief and prevent escalation of conflict.
| Topper | Rank | Source | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chitra Mishra | — | VisionIAS | p.29 |
| Pawan Kumar Goel | — | VisionIAS | p.29 |
| Pratibha Verma | — | VisionIAS | p.29 |
| Gunjan Dwivedi | — | VisionIAS | p.28 |
| Neha Bhosle | — | VisionIAS | p.29 |
| Himadree Kaushik | — | VisionIAS | p.29 |
| Gunjan Dwivedi | — | Vision | p.28 |
| Neha | — | Vision | p.29 |
| Pratibha V | — | Vision | p.29 |
| Akshat Jain | — | Vision | p.29 |