UPSC Mains 2020, GS Paper 1
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- 1Q1.The rock-cut architecture represents one of the most important sources of our knowledge of early Indian art and history. Discuss.10 marks · Architecture
- 2Q2.Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate.10 marks · Indian Culture - Ancient Times
- 3Q3.Evaluate the policies of Lord Curzon and their long term implications on the national movements.10 marks · Role of Masses and Personalities
- 4Q4.Discuss the geophysical characteristics of Circum-Pacific Zone.10 marks · The Earth
- 5Q5.The process of desertification does not have climatic boundaries. Justify with examples.10 marks · Resources and planning
- 6Q6.How will the melting of Himalayan glaciers have a far-reaching impact on the water resources of India?10 marks · Resources and planning
- 7Q7.Account for the present location of iron and steel industries away from the source of raw material, by giving examples.10 marks · International Trade / Transport and Activities
- 8Q8.Has caste lost its relevance in understanding the multi-cultural Indian Society ? Elaborate your answer with illustrations.10 marks · Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
- 9Q9.COVID-19 pandemic accelerated class inequalities and poverty in India. Comment.10 marks · Poverty and developmental issues
- 10Q10.Do you agree that regionalism in India appears to be a consequence of rising cultural assertiveness ? Argue.10 marks · Regionalism
- 11Q11.Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and their art in India. Discuss.15 marks · Art Forms
- 12Q12.Persian literary sources of medieval India reflect the spirit of the age. Comment.15 marks · Literature
- 13Q13.Since the decade of the 1920s, the national movement acquired various ideological strands and thereby its social base. Discuss.15 marks · National Movement (1919–1928)
- 14Q14.The interlinking of rivers can provide viable solutions to the multi-dimensional inter-related problems of droughts, floods and interrupted navigation. Critically examine.15 marks · Resources and planning
- 15Q15.Account for the huge flooding of million cities in India including the smart ones like Hyderabad and Pune. Suggest lasting remedial measures.15 marks · Natural Hazards and Disasters
- 16Q16.India has immense potential of solar energy though there are regional variations in its developments. Elaborate.15 marks · Resources and planning
- 17Q17.Examine the status of forest resources of India and its resultant impact on climate change.15 marks · Climate, Vegetation and Soils
- 18Q18.Is diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation ? Justify your answer.15 marks · Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
- 19Q19.Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree ?15 marks · Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
- 20Q20.How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country ? Elaborate your answer.15 marks · Poverty and developmental issues