UPSC Exam
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What are the major challenges faced by Indian irrigation systems in recent times? State the measures taken by the government for efficient irrigation management.
September 22, 2024
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What is the need for expanding regional air connectivity in India? In this context, discuss the government’s UDAN scheme and its achievements
September 22, 2024
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Discuss the merits and demerits of the four ‘Labour Codes’ in the context of labour market reforms in India. What has been the progress so far?
September 22, 2024
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Describe the context and salient features of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
September 22, 2024
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Explain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narco-terrorism
September 22, 2024
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What role do environmental NGOs and activities play in influencing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outcomes for major projects in India? Cite four examples with all the important details
September 22, 2024
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What is the technology being employed for electronic toll collection on highways? What are the advantages and limitations? What are the proposed changes that will make this process seamless? Would this transaction carry any potential hazards?
September 22, 2024
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What is the present world scenario of intellectual property rights with respect to life materials? Although India is second in the world to file patents, still only a few have been commercialized. Explain the reasons behind this lesser commercialization
September 22, 2024
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Explain the role of millets for ensuring health and nutritional security in India
September 22, 2024
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What were the factors responsible for the successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of the country? Elaborat
September 22, 2024
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Examine the pattern and trend of public expenditure on social services in the post-reforms period in India. To what extent has this been in consonance with achieving the objective of inclusive growth?
September 22, 2024
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Discuss the geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Maldives for India with a focus on global trade and/energy flows. Further also discuss how this relationship affects India’s maritime security and regional stability amidst international competition ?
September 21, 2024
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‘Terrorism has become a significant threat to global peace and security’. Evaluate the effectiveness of the United Nations Security Council’s Counter Terrorism Committee (CIC) and its associated bodies in addressing and mitigating this threat at the international level
September 21, 2024
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E-governance is not just about the routine application of digital technology in service delivery processes. It is as much about multifarious interactions for ensuring transparency and accountability. In this context, evaluate the role of the ‘Interactive Service Model’ of e-governance.
September 21, 2024
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In a crucial domain like the public healthcare system, the Indian State should play a vital role to contain the adverse impact of marketization of the system. Suggest some measures through which the State can enhance the reach of public healthcare at the grassroots level
September 21, 2024
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Discuss India as a secular state and compare it with the secular principles of the US Constitution
September 21, 2024
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Explain 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?
September 21, 2024
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What 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
September 21, 2024
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Right to privacy is intrinsic to life and personal liberty and is inherently protected under Article 21 of the constitution. Explain. In this reference discuss the law relating to D.N.A testing of child in the womb to establish its paternity
September 21, 2024
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The Doctrine of Democratic Governance makes it necessary that the public perception of the integrity and commitment of civil servants becomes absolutely positive. Discuss
September 21, 2024
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What are the aims and objects of recently passed and enforced, The Public (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act,2024 ? Whether University/ State Education Board Examinations, too, are covered under the act ?
September 21, 2024
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‘The West is fostering India as an alternative to reduce dependence on China’s supply chain and as a strategic ally to counter China’s political and economic dominance.” Explain this statement with examples
September 21, 2024
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Poverty and malnutrition create a vicious cycle, adversely affecting human capital formation. What steps can be taken to break the cycle?
September 21, 2024
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Public charitable trusts have the potential to make India’s development more inclusive as they relate to certain vital public issues. Comment
September 21, 2024
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Analyse the role of local bodies in providing good governance at the local level and discuss the pros and cons of merging rural local bodies with urban local bodies.
September 21, 2024
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“The duty of the Comptroller and Auditor General is not merely to ensure the legality of expenditure but also its propriety” Comment
September 21, 2024
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“The growth of cabinet system has practically resulted in marginalization of the parliamentary supremacy”. Elucidate
September 21, 2024
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Explain and distinguish between Lok Adalats and Arbitration Tribunals. Do they entertain civil as well as criminal cases?
September 21, 2024
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Examine the need for electoral reforms as suggested by various committees with particular reference to the “one nation – one election” principle.
September 21, 2024
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What is regional disparity? How does it differ from diversity? How serious is the issue of regional disparity in India?
September 21, 2024
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What is a twister? Why are the majority of twisters observed in areas around the Gulf of Mexico?
September 21, 2024
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What are aurora australis and aurora borealis? How are these triggered?
September 21, 2024
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The groundwater potential of the Gangetic valley is on a serious decline. How may it affect the food security of India?
September 21, 2024
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How far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India?
September 21, 2024
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How far is it correct to say that the First World War was fought essentially for the preservation of balance of power?
September 21, 2024
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“Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture.” Comment
September 21, 2024
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In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGOs and private sector would be most productive?
September 21, 2024
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Intercaste marriages between castes which have socio-economic parity have increased, to some extent, but this is less true of interreligious marriages. Discuss.
September 21, 2024
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Distinguish between gender equality, gender equity and women’s empowerment. Why is it important to take gender concerns into account in programme design and implementation?
September 21, 2024
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Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the constitution. Comment
September 21, 2024
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What is the concept of a ‘demographic winter’? Is the world moving towards such a situation?
September 21, 2024
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Globalization has increased urban migration by skilled, young, unmarried women from various classes. How has this trend impacted upon their personal freedom and relationship with family
September 21, 2024
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What is the phenomenon of ‘cloudbursts’? Explain
September 21, 2024
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Critically analyse the proposition that there is a high correlation between India’s cultural diversities and socio-economic marginalities
September 21, 2024
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Why do large cities tend to attract more migrants than smaller towns? Discuss in the light of conditions in developing countries
September 21, 2024
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What is sea surface temperature rise? How does it affect the formation of tropical cyclones?
September 21, 2024
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What were the events that led to the Quit India Movement? Point out its results
September 21, 2024
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Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South.
September 21, 2024
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Underline the changes in the field of society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period
September 21, 2024
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All ideas having large consequences are always simple
September 20, 2024
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