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176 UPSC and UPPCS Mains questions from the real papers — GS, Essay and optional subjects. Each one carries a marking standard written before any answer is read: what its directive demands, and the specific case, committee, datum or thinker a top answer must name.
UPSC · 2024
22- Essay · 125 marks · EssayForests precede civilizations and deserts follow them.
- Essay · 125 marks · EssayThe empires of the future will be the empires of the mind.
- Essay · 125 marks · EssayNearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.
- GS-I · 15 marks · Critically examineHow far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India?
- GS-I · 10 marks · ExplainWhat is the phenomenon of 'cloudbursts'? Explain.
- GS-I · 10 marks · Point outWhat were the events that led to the Quit India Movement? Point out its results.
- GS-I · 10 marks · ElaborateWhat is the concept of a 'demographic winter'? Is the world moving towards such a situation? Elaborate.
- GS-I · 15 marks · ExplainWhat are aurora australis and aurora borealis? How are these triggered?
- GS-II · 15 marks · ExplainExplain the reasons for the growth of public interest litigation in India. As a result of it, has the Indian Supreme Court emerged as the world's most powerful judiciary?
- GS-II · 10 marks · CommentThe duty of the Comptroller and Auditor General is not merely to ensure the legality of expenditure but also its propriety. Comment.
- GS-II · 10 marks · ExamineExamine the need for electoral reforms as suggested by various committees with particular reference to 'one nation – one election' principle.
- GS-II · 15 marks · SuggestWhat changes has the Union Government recently introduced in the domain of Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to be adopted to build the trust between the Centre and the States and for strengthening federalism.
- GS-II · 15 marks · SuggestThe Citizens' charter has been a landmark initiative in ensuring citizen-centric administration. But it is yet to reach its full potential. Identify the factors hindering the realisation of its promise and suggest measures to overcome them.
- GS-III · 10 marks · SuggestExplain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narco-terrorism.
- GS-III · 10 marks · CommentWhat are the causes of persistent high food inflation in India? Comment on the effectiveness of the monetary policy of the RBI to control this type of inflation.
- GS-III · 15 marks · DescribeWhat is disaster resilience? How is it determined? Describe various elements of a resilience framework. Also mention the global targets of Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030).
- GS-III · 10 marks · ElaborateWhat were the factors responsible for the successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of the country? Elaborate.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExplainExplain the role of millets for ensuring health and nutritional security in India.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussEthics encompasses several key dimensions that are crucial in guiding individuals and organizations towards morally responsible behaviour. Explain the key dimensions of ethics that influence human actions and discuss how these dimensions shape ethical decision-making in the professional context.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Critically examineThe application of Artificial Intelligence as a dependable source of input for administrative rational decision-making is a debatable issue. Critically examine the statement from the ethical point of view.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussThe Rules and Regulations provided to all the civil servants are same, yet there is difference in the performance. Positive minded officers are able to interpret the Rules and Regulations in favour of the case and achieve success, whereas negative minded officers are unable to achieve goals by interpreting the same Rules and Regulations against the case. Discuss with illustrations.
- GS-IV · 20 marks · Case studyABC Incorporated's aggressive AI expansion has raised its greenhouse gas emissions 48% since 2019, colliding with its public net-zero-by-2030 commitment. As its newly appointed Chief Sustainability Officer, you must advise the board, which fears losing the AI race to competitors. Identify the ethical issues involved, the options available to you, and justify your recommended course of action.
UPPCS · 2024
2UPSC · 2023
27- Essay · 125 marks · EssayA society that has more justice is a society that needs less charity.
- Essay · 125 marks · EssayNot all who wander are lost.
- Essay · 125 marks · EssayMathematics is the music of reason.
- Geography · 15 marks · DiscussDiscuss the applicability of central place theory in understanding the urban hierarchy of the Indian Gangetic plain.
- GS-I · 10 marks · DiscussWhy did human development fail to keep pace with economic development in India?
- GS-I · 15 marks · ExamineHow did the colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression?
- GS-I · 10 marks · ExplainHow are the fjords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world?
- GS-I · 10 marks · DifferentiateWhat was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism?
- GS-I · 15 marks · DiscussWhy is caste identity in India both fluid and static?
- GS-II · 15 marks · ExplainExplain the structure of the Parliamentary Committee system. How far have the financial committees helped in the institutionalization of Indian Parliament?
- GS-II · 10 marks · Comment'Constitutionally guaranteed judicial independence is a prerequisite of democracy.' Comment.
- GS-II · 15 marks · ExplainExplain the significance of the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act. To what extent does it reflect the accommodative spirit of federalism?
- GS-II · 10 marks · AssessWho are entitled to receive free legal aid? Assess the role of National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) in rendering free legal aid in India.
- GS-II · 15 marks · Account forAccount for the legal and political factors responsible for the reduced frequency of using Article 356 by the Union Governments since mid-1990s.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExamineIntroduce the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI). How does AI help clinical diagnosis? Do you perceive any threat to privacy of the individual in the use of AI in healthcare?
- GS-III · 15 marks · DiscussHow do electric vehicles contribute to reducing carbon emissions and what are the key benefits they offer compared to traditional combustion engine vehicles?
- GS-III · 15 marks · DiscussGive out the major sources of terror funding in India and the efforts being made to curtail these sources. In the light of this, also discuss the aim and objective of the 'No Money for Terror (NMFT)' Conference recently held at New Delhi in November 2022.
- GS-III · 15 marks · ExamineMost of the unemployment in India is structural in nature. Examine the methodology adopted to compute unemployment in the country and suggest improvements.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExplainHow does e-Technology help farmers in production and marketing of agricultural produce? Explain it.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DifferentiateIn the context of work environment, differentiate between 'coercion' and 'undue influence' with suitable examples.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Suggest'Corruption is the manifestation of the failure of core values in the society.' In your opinion, what measures can be adopted to uplift the core values in the society?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · IllustrateWhat do you understand by 'moral integrity' and 'professional efficiency' in the context of corporate governance in India? Illustrate with suitable examples.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussIs conscience a more reliable guide when compared to laws, rules and regulations in the context of ethical decision making? Discuss.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Discuss'Emotional Intelligence is the ability to make your emotions work for you instead of against you.' Do you agree with this view? Discuss.
- History · 15 marks · Critically evaluateThe Non-Cooperation Movement marked the transformation of Indian nationalism from a movement of classes to a movement of masses. Critically evaluate.
- PSIR · 15 marks · CommentThe basic structure doctrine is a legitimate exercise in constitutional interpretation, not judicial usurpation. Comment.
- Sociology · 15 marks · SubstantiateIs caste in India being substituted by class, or is caste itself functioning as class? Substantiate with studies.
UPPCS · 2023
2UPSC · 2022
25- Essay · 125 marks · EssayThe time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.
- Essay · 125 marks · EssayForests are the best case studies for economic excellence.
- Geography · 15 marks · ExamineExamine the causes and consequences of the changing courses of Himalayan rivers, with recent examples.
- GS-I · 10 marks · ExplainHow will you explain that medieval Indian temple sculptures represent the social life of those days?
- GS-I · 10 marks · Give reasonsWhy did the armies of the British East India Company — mostly comprising of Indian soldiers — win consistently against the more numerous and better equipped armies of the then Indian rulers? Give reasons.
- GS-I · 10 marks · Give reasonsWhy was there a sudden spurt in famines in colonial India since the mid-eighteenth century? Give reasons.
- GS-I · 15 marks · DiscussDiscuss the main contributions of Gupta period and Chola period to Indian heritage and culture.
- GS-I · 15 marks · AnalyseAnalyse the salience of 'sect' in Indian society vis-a-vis caste, region and religion.
- GS-II · 10 marks · Discuss'The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme Court.' Discuss this statement with the help of relevant case laws.
- GS-II · 15 marks · Comment'While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy.' Comment.
- GS-II · 15 marks · DiscussDiscuss the essential conditions for exercise of the legislative powers by the Governor. Discuss the legality of re-promulgation of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legislature.
- GS-II · 15 marks · Critically examineCritically examine the procedures through which the Presidents of India and France are elected.
- GS-II · 15 marks · DiscussDiscuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.
- GS-III · 15 marks · DiscussNaxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. In this context, discuss the emerging issues and suggest a multilayered strategy to tackle the menace of Naxalism.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExamineWhat are the major challenges of Public Distribution System (PDS) in India? How can it be made effective and transparent?
- GS-III · 10 marks · DiscussExplain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian subcontinent. Discuss two recent examples.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExamineWhy is Public Private Partnership (PPP) required in infrastructural projects? Examine the role of PPP model in the redevelopment of Railway Stations in India.
- GS-III · 15 marks · JustifyDo you think India will meet 50 percent of its energy needs from renewable energy by 2030? Justify your answer. How will the shift of subsidies from fossil fuels to renewables help achieve the above objective? Discuss.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Discuss'Corrupt practices causes misuse of government treasury, administrative inefficiency and obstruction in the path of national development.' Discuss Kautilya's views.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Justify'Hatred is destructive of a person's wisdom and conscience that can poison a nation's spirit.' Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · ExamineIt is believed that adherence to ethics in human actions would ensure in smooth functioning of an organization/system. If so, what does ethics seek to promote in human life? How do ethical values assist in the resolution of conflicts faced by him in his day-to-day functioning?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussBesides domain knowledge, a public official needs innovativeness and creativity of a high order as well, while resolving ethical dilemmas. Discuss with suitable example.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Discuss'The current internet expansion has instilled a different set of cultural values which are often in conflict with traditional values.' Discuss.
- History · 15 marks · AssessAssess the view that the Mughal state in the seventeenth century was primarily an extractive war-state.
- PSIR · 15 marks · Critically analyseIndia's strategic autonomy in a multipolar world is a continuation of non-alignment by other means. Critically analyse.
UPPCS · 2022
1UPSC · 2021
21- GS-I · 10 marks · AssessAssess the main administrative issues and socio-cultural problems in the integration process of Indian Princely States.
- GS-I · 10 marks · EvaluateEvaluate the nature of the Bhakti Literature and its contribution to Indian culture.
- GS-I · 10 marks · ExamineExamine the role of 'Gig Economy' in the process of empowerment of women in India.
- GS-I · 15 marks · CommentTo what extent did the role of the Moderates prepare a base for the wider freedom movement? Comment.
- GS-I · 10 marks · DifferentiateDifferentiate the causes of landslides in the Himalayan region and Western Ghats.
- GS-II · 15 marks · Critically examineTo what extent, in your view, has the Parliament been able to ensure accountability of the executive in India?
- GS-II · 15 marks · AnalyseAnalyse the distinguishing features of the notion of Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India.
- GS-II · 10 marks · DiscussDiscuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.
- GS-II · 15 marks · ExplainThe jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probe within a particular State is being questioned by various States. However, the power of the States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India.
- GS-II · 10 marks · Explain'Constitutional Morality' is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of 'Constitutional Morality' with the help of relevant judicial decisions.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExplainExplain the purpose of the Green Grid Initiative launched at World Leaders Summit of the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow in November, 2021. When was this idea first floated in the International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
- GS-III · 15 marks · ElaborateDiscuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering both at national and international levels.
- GS-III · 10 marks · DescribeDescribe the various causes and the effects of landslides. Mention the important components of the National Landslide Risk Management Strategy.
- GS-III · 10 marks · JustifyDo you agree that the Indian economy has recently experienced a V-shaped recovery? Give reasons in support of your answer.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExamineWhat is the S-400 air defence system? How is it technically superior, if in any way, to any other system presently available in the world?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · JustifyIdentify five ethical traits on which one can plot the performance of a civil servant. Justify their inclusion.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussWhat teachings of Buddha are most relevant today and why? Discuss.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussAttitude is an important component that goes as input in the development of human being. How to build a suitable attitude needed for a public servant?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Examine'Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation.' Examine the statement with reference to the ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussShould impartial and being non-partisan be considered as indispensable qualities to make a successful civil servant? Discuss with illustrations.
- Sociology · 15 marks · ExamineExamine the relevance of Durkheim's theory of religion in understanding contemporary religious revivalism.
UPSC · 2020
5- GS-II · 15 marks · JustifyJudicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.
- GS-II · 15 marks · ElucidateIndian Constitution exhibits centralising tendencies to maintain unity and integrity of the nation. Elucidate in the perspective of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897; The Disaster Management Act, 2005 and recently passed Farm Acts.
- GS-II · 10 marks · HighlightRajya Sabha has been transformed from a 'useless stepney tyre' to the most useful supporting organ in past few decades. Highlight the factors as well as the areas in which this transformation could be visible.
- GS-II · 15 marks · Suggest'Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance.' In this context suggest reforms in Civil Service for strengthening democracy.
- GS-II · 10 marks · Critically examine'Once a Speaker, Always a Speaker'! Do you think this practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implications for the robust functioning of parliamentary business in India?
UPSC · 2019
19- GS-I · 10 marks · DiscussDiscuss the causes of depletion of mangroves and explain their importance in maintaining coastal ecology.
- GS-I · 10 marks · Discuss‘Empowering women is the key to control population growth.’ Discuss.
- GS-I · 15 marks · ExplainWhat is water stress? How and why does it differ regionally in India?
- GS-I · 10 marks · HighlightHighlight the Central Asian and Greco-Bactrian elements in Gandhara art.
- GS-I · 10 marks · ElucidateThe 1857 Uprising was the culmination of the recurrent big and small local rebellions that had occurred in the preceding hundred years of British rule. Elucidate.
- GS-II · 10 marks · ExplainDo you think the Constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balances’? Explain.
- GS-II · 15 marks · Comment‘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.
- GS-II · 15 marks · Explain‘Parliament’s power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power.’ In the light of this statement explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the Basic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power?
- GS-II · 10 marks · ExamineWhat can France learn from the Indian Constitution’s approach to secularism?
- GS-III · 10 marks · DiscussVulnerability 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 · 10 marks · ExplainWhat is the CyberDome Project? Explain how it can be useful in controlling internet crimes in India.
- GS-III · 10 marks · EnumerateEnumerate 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 in July 2017.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExamineHow far is the Integrated Farming System (IFS) helpful in sustaining agricultural production?
- GS-III · 10 marks · AnalyseCoastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyse the impact of sand mining along the Indian coasts, citing specific examples.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Justify‘Non-performance of duty by a public servant is a form of corruption’. Do you agree? Justify your answer.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · IllustrateWhat are the basic principles of public life? Illustrate any three of these with suitable examples.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · JustifyThere is a view that the Official Secrets Act is an obstacle to the implementation of the Right to Information Act. Do you agree with the view?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · ExplainWhat is meant by constitutional morality? How does one uphold constitutional morality?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · SuggestWhat do you understand by probity in governance? Based on your understanding of the term, suggest measures for ensuring probity in government.
UPSC · 2018
18- GS-I · 10 marks · AssessAssess the importance of the accounts of the Chinese and Arab travellers in the reconstruction of the history of India.
- GS-I · 10 marks · CommentSafeguarding the Indian art heritage is the need of the moment. Comment.
- GS-I · 10 marks · ExplainWhy is the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) needed? How does it help in navigation?
- GS-I · 10 marks · ExplainDefine mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics.
- GS-I · 10 marks · Comment‘Caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, the caste system cannot be eradicated in India.’ Comment.
- GS-II · 10 marks · ExamineIn the light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), what are the challenges before the Election Commission of India to ensure the trustworthiness of elections in India?
- GS-II · 10 marks · ExplainE-governance is not only about utilization of the power of new technology, but also much about the critical importance of the ‘use value’ of information. Explain.
- GS-II · 10 marks · Explain‘The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has a very vital role to play.’ Explain how this is reflected in the method and terms of his appointment as well as the range of powers he can exercise.
- GS-II · 10 marks · ExplainUnder what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences follow when such a declaration remains in force?
- GS-III · 10 marks · EnumerateThe China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is viewed as a cardinal subset of China’s larger ‘One Belt One Road’ initiative. Give a brief description of CPEC and enumerate the reasons why India has distanced itself from the same.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExplainWhat do you mean by Minimum Support Price (MSP)? How will MSP rescue the farmers from the low-income trap?
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExplainWhat is wetland? Explain the Ramsar concept of ‘wise use’ in the context of wetland conservation. Cite two examples of Ramsar sites from India.
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExplainLeft-wing extremism (LWE) is showing a downward trend, but still affects many parts of the country. Briefly explain the Government of India’s approach to counter the challenges posed by LWE.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DifferentiateDistinguish between ‘Code of Ethics’ and ‘Code of Conduct’ with suitable examples.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · ExplainState the three basic values, universal in nature, in the context of civil services and bring out their importance.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · IllustrateWhat is meant by conflict of interest? Illustrate with examples the difference between the actual and potential conflicts of interest.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Discuss‘The Right to Information Act is not all about citizens’ empowerment alone, it essentially redefines the concept of accountability.’ Discuss.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · JustifyWith regard to the morality of actions, one view is that means is of paramount importance and the other view is that the ends justify the means. Which view do you think is more appropriate? Justify your answer.
UPSC · 2017
20- GS-I · 10 marks · ExplainWhy did the ‘Moderates’ fail to carry conviction with the nation about their proclaimed ideology and political goals by the end of the nineteenth century?
- GS-I · 10 marks · ClarifyClarify how mid-eighteenth century India was beset with the spectre of a fragmented polity.
- GS-I · 10 marks · JustifyHow do you justify the view that the level of excellence of the Gupta numismatic art is not at all noticeable in later times?
- GS-I · 15 marks · JustifyIn the context of the diversity of India, can it be said that the regions form cultural units rather than the States? Give reasons with examples for your viewpoint.
- GS-I · 10 marks · Discuss“In spite of adverse environmental impact, coal mining is still inevitable for development.” Discuss.
- GS-II · 10 marks · DiscussDiscuss the role of Public Accounts Committee in establishing accountability of the government to the people.
- GS-II · 10 marks · Critically examineCritically examine the Supreme Court’s judgement on ‘National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ with reference to appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India.
- GS-II · 15 marks · ExamineExamine the scope of Fundamental Rights in the light of the latest judgement of the Supreme Court on Right to Privacy.
- GS-II · 15 marks · EnumerateThe Indian Constitution has provisions for holding joint session of the two Houses of the Parliament. Enumerate the occasions when this would normally happen and also the occasions when it cannot, with reason thereof.
- GS-II · 10 marks · Discuss“Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in electioneering but it will reduce the government’s accountability to the people.” Discuss.
- GS-III · 10 marks · DiscussDiscuss the potential threats of Cyber attack and the security framework to prevent it.
- GS-III · 15 marks · SuggestThe scourge of terrorism is a grave challenge to national security. What solution do you suggest to curb this growing menace? What are the major sources of terrorist funding?
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExamineExamine the development of Airports in India through joint ventures under Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. What are the challenges faced by the authorities in this regard?
- GS-III · 10 marks · ExplainAccount for the failure of manufacturing sector in achieving the goal of labour-intensive exports. Suggest measures for more labour-intensive rather than capital-intensive exports.
- GS-III · 15 marks · Explain‘Climate change’ is a global problem. How India will be affected by climate change? How Himalayan and coastal states of India will be affected by climate change?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · Explain“Great ambition is the passion of a great character. Those endowed with it may perform very good or very bad acts. All depends on the principles which direct them.” What do you understand by this statement in the present-day scenario? Explain.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · ExplainHow will you apply emotional intelligence in administrative practices?
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussThe crisis of ethical values in modern times is traced to a narrow perception of the good life. Discuss.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · DiscussDiscipline generally implies following the order and subordination. However, it may be counter-productive for the organization. Discuss.
- GS-IV · 10 marks · ExplainOne of the tests of integrity is complete refusal to be compromised. Explain with reference to a real life example.
UPSC · Practice set
6- GS-I · 10 marks · Critically examineThe 73rd Constitutional Amendment changed the texture of rural leadership without changing its substance. Critically examine in the context of women's participation in Panchayati Raj.
- GS-II · 15 marks · DiscussThe office of the Speaker has become the site where anti-defection cases go to die. Discuss with reference to judicial attempts to impose timelines.
- GS-II · 10 marks · ExamineExamine the significance of Public Interest Litigation in India.
- GS-III · 15 marks · DiscussDiscuss the role of value addition in doubling farmers' income.
- GS-III · 15 marks · EvaluateIndia's logistics costs remain among the highest in the world. Evaluate how far the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan addresses the structural causes.
- GS-IV · 20 marks · Case studyYou are the District Magistrate during a communal flare-up. A viral video, later found doctored, is inflaming tensions, and a senior political functionary demands the immediate arrest of a named minority youth. Identify the ethical issues involved and the options available to you, and justify your course of action.
UPPCS · Practice set
8- GS-I · 8 marks · ExamineThe Revolt of 1857 in Awadh had a distinctly agrarian character. Examine.
- GS-II · 8 marks · DiscussDiscuss the constitutional and practical significance of the Governor's address to the State Legislature.
- GS-II · 12 marks · DiscussHow do the Governor's discretionary powers affect the federal structure of the Constitution? Discuss.
- GS-III · 12 marks · EvaluateNatural farming is being projected as the next phase of India's agricultural transition. Evaluate its promise and limits.
- GS-IV · 8 marks · CommentIntegrity without competence is as dangerous in public service as competence without integrity. Comment.
- GS-V · 8 marks · AssessAssess the role of the One District One Product (ODOP) programme in transforming Uttar Pradesh's export profile.
- GS-V · 8 marks · OutlineOutline the key features of Uttar Pradesh's agricultural diversification policy.
- GS-VI · 12 marks · DiscussDiscuss the significance of the Bundelkhand region's water crisis and the interventions attempted under state and central schemes.