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Total Questions : 439
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Q. Discuss the processes through which the earth-atmosphere system maintains heat balance. (150 words)
14 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 1 Geography -
Q. What do you understand by Uniform Civil Code? Examine its relevance for a secular country like India and challenges in its implementation. (250 words)
14 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. What do you understand by neo-colonialism? Do you agree that international institutions have promoted neocolonialism in the garb of promoting growth, stability and peace? (250 words)
07 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Despite being mineral-rich regions, the Eastern states of India have failed to register expected growth and social indices. Examine the reasons for this failure along with suitable remedial measures. (250 words)
07 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 1 Geography -
Q. What were the key objectives of the Self Respect Movement? Critically evaluate the success of this movement. (250 words)
30 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. What were the major consequences of the disintegration of the Soviet Union for countries like India? (250 words)
30 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Chinese pilgrims played a key role in the exchanges between ancient India and ancient China. Comment. (250 words)
23 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. In India, language is not only a reflection of the diversity of the country but is also the carrier of the caste system, cultural oppressions and societal inequalities. Comment. (250 words)
23 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. A focus on improving the condition of women of India can immensely contribute to poverty alleviation. Discuss. (250 words)
16 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. What are the factors that determine the location of cotton textile industries in India? Briefly explain the changes in the location of these industries from 19th century till the present times. (250 words)
16 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 Geography -
Q. Examine the background and the objectives that were laid in the Cripps Mission Plan, 1942 and the reasons for its failure. (250 words)
09 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. “Indian democracy will disintegrate under the burden of caste, communalism, regionalism, economic disparities, linguistic jingoism and other economic challenges.” Examine the factors that contributed to Indian democracy’s resilience despite these challenges. (250 words)
09 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. Examine how Indus Valley civilisation was distinct from the other civilisations that flourished during that period.
02 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Examine the early challenges that India faced as a newly independent country and world’s largest democracy.
02 Sep, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. What do you understand by Urban Heat Island effect? Mention the factors that give rise to this phenomenon. (250 words)
20 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 Geography -
Q. Even though migrants add substantially to the economy, they are always not seen favourably by the recipient states/cities. Comment. (250 words)
17 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. According to the 2016 Global Slavery Index, India has the most slaves in the world (in terms of population). What laws and provisions are available to end bonded labour in India and why have they not been able to eliminate this practice? (250 words)
16 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. Discuss the system of Apartheid in South Africa which came to an end in 1994. Mention the role played by India in bringing apartheid to an end in South Africa. (250 words)
15 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Many of the Bhakti saints were rebels who chose to defy the currents of their time through their writings. Comment. (250 words)
15 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. In place of colonialism as the main instrument of imperialism we have today neo-colonialism. Comment (250 words)
11 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Law has its own limitation in bringing social change. In this context, critically evaluate the efficacy of steps taken to empower women and weaken the grip of patriarchy around them. (250 words)
09 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. The Cold War was a state of geopolitical tension after World War II between powers in the Eastern Bloc (the Soviet Union and its satellite states) and powers in the Western Bloc (the United States, its NATO allies and others). Comment. (250 words)
04 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Just as India has committed to moving up the ranks in Ease of Doing Business indicators, a similar commitment should be made on the gender front. Comment in view of the 'son meta-preference'. (250 words)
03 May, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. What do you understand by the term 'sarpanch pati'? Examine the reasons and impact of such culture. (150 words)
26 Apr, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. Examine the major differences between peasant movements of the 19th and 20th century and their impact on society. (250 words)
25 Apr, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Indian National Congress acted as a safety valve for the British government. Critically examine. (250 words)
23 Apr, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. What do you understand by coral bleaching? Examine the reasons for coral bleaching and suggest corrective measures in this regard. (250 words)
12 Apr, 2019 GS Paper 1 Geography -
Q. What was the significance of Champaran movement in India’s journey of freedom struggle? (150 words)
06 Apr, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Salt satyagraha was more than just a symbolic act of breaking the salt law, that shook an empire. Examine (150 words)
05 Apr, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Q. Examine the concept of Daylight Saving Time along with its relevance, advantages and issues related to it. (250 words)
04 Apr, 2019 GS Paper 1 Geography