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Exam Name: UPSC IAS Mains General Studies (Paper-1)
Year: 2023
Exam Date: 16-09-2023

Q1. Explain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q2. What was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism? (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q3. Bring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries of the world. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q4. Discuss the consequences of climate change on the food security in tropical countries. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q5. Why is the world today confronted with a crisis of availability of and access to freshwater resources? (Answer in 150 words)10 Marks

Q6. How are the fords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world? (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q7. Why is the South-West Monsoon called Purvaiya’ (easterly) in Bhojpur Region? How has this directional seasonal wind system influenced the cultural ethos of the region? (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q8. Do you think marriage as a sacrament is loosing its value in Modern India? (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q9. Explain why suicide among young women is increasing in Indian society. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q10. Child cuddling is now being replaced by mobile phones. Discuss its impact on the socialization of children. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks

Q11. What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features are still prevailing in Indian society? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q12. What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q.13 How did the colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q14. Comment on the resource potentials of the long coastline of India and highlight the status of natural hazard preparedness in these areas. (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q15. Identify and discuss the factors responsible for diversity of natural vegetation in India. Assess the significance of wildlife sanctuaries in rain forest regions of India. (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q16. Why did human development fail to keep pace with economic development in India? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q17. From being net food importer in 1960s, India has emerged as a net food exporter to the world. Provide reasons (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q18. Does urbanization lead to more segregation and/or marginalization of the poor in Indian metropolises? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q19. Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Q20. Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism. (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks