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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals
Mains - GS-II
8 shown2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.13
The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self-government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process. Comment.
Social Issues
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.14
The Attorney-General is the chief legal adviser and lawyer of the Government of India. Discuss.
Polity
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.15
Individual Parliamentarian's role as the national law maker is on a decline, which in turn, has adversely impacted the quality of debates and their outcome. Discuss.
Polity
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.16
In the context of neo-liberal paradigm of development planning, multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages. Discuss.
GS-II
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.17
The need for cooperation among various service sectors has been an inherent component of development discourse. Partnership bridges the gap among the sectors. It also sets in motion a culture of 'collaboration' and 'team spirit'. In the light of statements above examine India's development process.
GS-II
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.18
Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of policy process. Discuss.
GS-II
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.19
The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalised nations has disappeared on account of its new found role in the emerging global order. Elaborate.
GS-II
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.20
What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India's national self-esteem and ambitions. Explain with suitable examples.
GS-II
Mains - GS-III
12 shown2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.1
Enumerate the indirect taxes which have been subsumed in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India. Also, comment on the revenue implications of the GST introduced in India since July 2017.
String (e.g. Modern History, CSAT, Polity)
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.2
Do you agree with the view that steady GDP growth and low inflation have left the Indian economy in good shape? Give reasons in support of your arguments.
Indian Economy
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.3
How far is Integrated Farming System (IFS) helpful in sustaining agricultural production?
Agriculture
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.4
Elaborate the impact of National Watershed Project in increasing agricultural production from water-stressed areas.
Agriculture
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.5
How was India benefitted from the contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya and Dr. M. S. Swaminathan in the fields of water engineering and agricultural science respectively?
Science and Technology
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.6
What is India's plan to have its own space station and how will it benefit our space programme?
GS-III
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.7
Coastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyze the impact of sand mining along the Indian coasts, citing specific examples.
GS-III
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.8
Vulnerability is an essential element for defining disaster impacts and its threat to people. How and in what ways can vulnerability to disasters be characterized? Discuss different types of vulnerability with reference to disasters.
GS-III
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.9
The banning of 'Jamaat-e-Islami' in Jammu and Kashmir brought into focus the role of over-ground workers (OGWs) in assisting terrorist organizations. Examine the role played by OGWs in assisting terrorist organizations in insurgency affected areas. Discuss measures to neutralize influence of OGWs.
GS-III
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.10
What is CyberDome Project? Explain how it can be useful in controlling internet crimes in India.
GS-III
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.11
It is argued that the strategy of inclusive growth is intended to meet the objectives of inclusiveness and sustainability together. Comment on this statement.
GS-III
2019•Mains•GS-III•Q.12
The public expenditure management is a challenge to the Government of India in the context of budget making during the post-liberalization period. Clarify it.
GS-III