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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals
Mains - GS-I
20 shown2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.1
Explain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India.
Physical Geography
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.2
What was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.3
Bring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries of the world.
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.4
Discuss the consequences of climate change on the food security in tropical countries.
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.5
Why is the world today confronted with a crisis of availability of and access to freshwater resources?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.6
How are the fjords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.7
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?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.8
Do you think marriage as a sacrament is loosing its value in Modern India?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.9
Explain why suicide among young women is increasing in Indian society.
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.10
Child cuddling is now being replaced by mobile phones. Discuss its impact on the socialization of children.
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.11
What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features are still prevailing in Indian society?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.12
What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.13
How did the colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.14
Comment on the resource potentials of the long coastline of India and highlight the status of natural hazard preparedness in these areas.
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.15
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.
Geography
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.16
Why did human development fail to keep pace with economic development in India?
Economy
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.17
From being net food importer in 1960s, India has emerged as a net food exporter to the world. Provide reasons.
Economy
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.18
Does urbanization lead to more segregation and/ or marginalization of the poor in Indian metropolises?
Society
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.19
Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.20
Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.
GS-I