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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals
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Year
Mains - GS-I
8 shown2023•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
Mains - GS-II
12 shown2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.1
Constitutionally guaranteed judicial independence is a prerequisite of democracy. Comment.
GS-II
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.2
Who are entitled to receive free legal aid? Assess the role of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) in rendering free legal aid in India.
GS-II
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.3
The states in India seem reluctant to empower urban local bodies both functionally as well as financially. Comment.
Polity
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.4
Compare and contrast the British and Indian approaches to Parliamentary sovereignty.
Polity
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.5
Discuss the role of Presiding Officers of state legislatures in maintaining order and impartiality in conducting legislative work and in facilitating best democratic practices.
Polity
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.6
The crucial aspect of development process has been the inadequate attention paid to Human Resource Development in India. Suggest measures that can address this inadequacy.
Polity
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.7
Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India in containing the abuse of dominant position by the Multi-National Corporations in India. Refer to the recent decisions.
Polity
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.8
e-governance, as a critical tool of governance, has ushered in effectiveness, transparency and accountability in governments. What inadequacies hamper the enhancement of these features?
GS-II
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.9
Virus of Conflict is affecting the functioning of the SCO. In the light of the above statement point out the role of India in mitigating the problems.
GS-II
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.10
Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the West. Describe its economic and political benefits for India.
GS-II
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.11
The Constitution of India is a living instrument with capabilities of enormous dynamism. It is a constitution made for a progressive society. Illustrate with special reference to the expanding horizons of the right to life and personal liberty.
GS-II
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.12
Explain the constitutional perspectives of Gender Justice with the help of relevant Constitutional Provisions and case laws.
GS-II