General Studies III

2 questions

• 2026 · Question 10 · 10 marks · 150 words

  Ladakh is strategically located between China and Pakistan. As a measure to win hearts and minds of locals, discuss the Border Area Development Programmes (BADP) by the Central Government and civic actions by the Army. Also discuss demand of promulgation of provision of the Sixth Schedule of constitution for Ladakh.

  • J&K statehood restoration and Ladakh's demands
  • Border management and illegal migration

  Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Main) 2026, General Studies III (opens in a new tab)

• 2026 · Question 19 · 15 marks · 250 words

  Separatist movements have been one of the major factors contributing to militancy and instability in Jammu & Kashmir (J & K). Bring out actions taken by the Government to bring J & K into national mainstream. Discuss pre and post abrogation status of Articles 370 and 35A. Also bring out positive impacts of abrogation of both articles in mainstreaming the state.

  • J&K statehood restoration and Ladakh's demands

  Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Main) 2026, General Studies III (opens in a new tab)