2024 · Question 1 · 10 marks · 150 words
General Studies I
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2024 · Question 2 · 10 marks · 150 words
Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South India.
- Temple architecture styles
2024 · Question 3 · 10 marks · 150 words
What were the events that led to the Quit India Movement? Point out its results.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Main) 2024, General Studies I (opens in a new tab)2024 · Question 4 · 10 marks · 150 words
What is sea surface temperature rise? How does it affect the formation of tropical cyclones?
- Ocean currents and marine heatwaves
2024 · Question 5 · 10 marks · 150 words
Why do large cities tend to attract more migrants than smaller towns? Discuss in the light of conditions in developing countries.
- Urbanisation
2024 · Question 6 · 10 marks · 150 words
What is the phenomenon of 'cloudbursts'? Explain.
- Himalayan cloudbursts and flash floods
2024 · Question 7 · 10 marks · 150 words
What is the concept of a 'demographic winter'? Is the world moving towards such a situation? Elaborate.
- Population ageing
2024 · Question 8 · 10 marks · 150 words
Distinguish between gender equality, gender equity and women's empowerment. Why is it important to take gender concerns into account in programme design and implementation?
- Women's empowerment
2024 · Question 9 · 10 marks · 150 words
Intercaste marriages between castes which have socio-economic parity have increased, to some extent, but this is less true of interreligious marriages. Discuss.
- Changing family and marriage
2024 · Question 10 · 10 marks · 150 words
In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGOs and private sector would be most productive?
- Civil society and NGOs
2024 · Question 11 · 15 marks · 250 words
"Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture." Comment.
- Temple architecture styles
2024 · Question 12 · 15 marks · 250 words
How far is it correct to say that the First World War was fought essentially for the preservation of balance of power?
- Redrawing of national boundaries
2024 · Question 13 · 15 marks · 250 words
How far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India?
- Industrial revolutions
2024 · Question 14 · 15 marks · 250 words
The groundwater potential of the gangetic valley is on a serious decline. How may it affect the food security of India?
- Water for agriculture
2024 · Question 15 · 15 marks · 250 words
What are aurora australis and aurora borealis? How are these triggered?
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Main) 2024, General Studies I (opens in a new tab)2024 · Question 16 · 15 marks · 250 words
What is a twister? Why are the majority of twisters observed in areas around the Gulf of Mexico?
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Main) 2024, General Studies I (opens in a new tab)2024 · Question 17 · 15 marks · 250 words
What is regional disparity? How does it differ from diversity? How serious is the issue of regional disparity in India?
- Inequality and inclusive growth
2024 · Question 18 · 15 marks · 250 words
Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the Constitution. Comment.
- Religion and caste status
2024 · Question 19 · 15 marks · 250 words
Globalization has increased urban migration by skilled, young, unmarried women from various classes. How has this trend impacted upon their personal freedom and relationship with family?
- Women's empowerment
- Changing family and marriage
2024 · Question 20 · 15 marks · 250 words
Critically analyse the proposition that there is a high correlation between India's cultural diversities and socio-economic marginalities.
- Regionalism and identity politics