Mains Practice Questions

Q. Explain the concept of ‘information warfare’ and discuss how misinformation and social media manipulation can pose challenges to India’s internal security. (150 words)

Q. “India’s rapid economic growth has not translated into equitable development”. Analyze the key structural challenges hindering inclusive growth and suggest policy measures to bridge the gap. (250 words)

Q. India's coastal ecosystems face multiple threats from climate change and development pressures. Examine the effectiveness of Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms in protecting these vulnerable ecosystems.. (250 words)

Q. "India's space sector privatization marks a paradigm shift from being capability-driven to market-driven." Evaluate the opportunities and challenges in this transition, with special reference to IN-SPACe. (250 words)

Q. How can emerging technologies in weather forecasting and climate modeling help India better prepare for climate change impacts? Discuss with examples. (150 words)

Q. To what extent has India's federal fiscal architecture been able to address regional economic disparities? Analyze with reference to recent reforms in center-state financial relations. (250 words)

Q. "India's wetlands continue to degrade despite being under legal protection. Examine the implementation challenges of wetland conservation in India and suggest innovative approaches for their protection. (250 words)

Q. "Despite having a strong IT services sector, India lags in developing deep-tech capabilities." Analyze the structural and institutional factors behind this gap and suggest measures to build a robust innovation ecosystem. (250 words)

Q. "Soil pollution is intrinsically linked to water pollution and biodiversity loss." Discuss how an integrated approach to environmental protection can help address the challenges of soil contamination in India. (250 words)

Q. "Multi-modal connectivity is crucial for optimizing India's logistics infrastructure." In light of this statement, examine the role of Bharatmala and Dedicated Freight Corridors in transforming India's logistics landscape. (250 words)

Q. "Private sector participation in internal security can be a game changer for enhancing resource optimization and inclusion." Discuss this statement while suggesting safeguards to ensure accountability. (250 words)

Q. "Financial inclusion is necessary but not sufficient for inclusive growth." In light of this statement, evaluate India's progress in achieving comprehensive inclusive growth. (250 words)

Q. "India has set ambitious targets for Land Degradation Neutrality by 2030. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in achieving these targets." (250 words)

Q. The informal sector remains both a strength and vulnerability of the Indian economy. Analyze the challenges in formalizing the informal sector while preserving its employment generation potential." (250 words)

Q. Differentiate between Hazard, Vulnerability, and Risk in the context of disaster management, and explain their interrelationship with suitable examples. (150 words)

Q. "Forests are not only vital for ecological balance but also crucial for India’s socio-economic development." Discuss the significance of forests in India in light of the findings of the India State of Forest Report 2023. (250 words)

Q. What is the relationship between e-commerce growth and the required investment in logistics infrastructure and last-mile delivery capabilities?. (250 words)

Q. "Banning single-use plastics is not enough to solve the plastic pollution crisis." Discuss this statement with alternative strategies for sustainable plastic management in India. (250 words)

Q. Examine the intersection of sustainable development goals and the Sendai Framework. How can integrated approaches to disaster risk reduction contribute to broader socio-economic development? (250 words)

Q. Evaluate the potential of nanotechnology in enhancing India's defense and strategic capabilities. (150 words)

Q. Analyze the strategic significance of technological indigenization for India's and economic sovereignty, with reference to recent developments in this area. (150 words)

Q. Evaluate the economic impact of GST implementation on small and medium enterprises in India. What strategies can be adopted to further simplify the GST framework to better support their growth and sustainability? (250 words)

Q. Examine the complex interplay between economic marginalization, governance deficits, and the rise of radical ideologies in India's left-wing extremism affected areas. (250 words)

Q. Evaluate the potential and limitations of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in driving inclusive economic growth and financial transformation in India (250 words)

Q. "Despite being one of the largest producers of agricultural products, India's food processing levels remain significantly lower than global standards." Discuss. (150 words)

Q. "Indian cities are increasingly vulnerable to disasters, yet urban disaster management remains inadequate." Suggest measures to strengthen urban disaster resilience within the existing legal framework. (250 words)

Q. How has India's approach to environmental governance evolved since the Stockholm Conference 1972? Also highlight their impacts on biodiversity conservation. (150 words)

Q. How does the informal nature of India's workforce impact the goal of achieving inclusive growth? Suggest potential solutions for formalizing the economy while protecting vulnerable workers. (250 words)

Q.How does mRNA technology differ from traditional vaccine approaches? Discuss its advantages and limitations in the context of emerging global health challenges. (150 words)

Q. Despite achieving high GDP growth rates, India continues to lag behind in human development indicators. Examine the reasons for this disconnect and suggest measures to ensure inclusive development. (250 words)