upsc

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

Introduction Definition: Globalisation is the process of increased interconnectedness, mutual interdependence and integration of economies and societies to an extent where change in one part of the world affects the rest of the world as well.  OR Quote: In the...

What is the phenomenon of ‘cloudbursts’? Explain

Introduction Begin your answer with the definition of cloudbursts-sudden spell of localized, heavy rainfall over a small area. Give examples of major cloudburst events in India-Kochi (2024), Sikkim (2023), Pahalgam (2022), Chamoli (2021) Body Mention when do cloudbursts occur-common from...

Critically analyse the proposition that there is a high correlation between India’s cultural diversities and socio-economic marginalities

Introduction The collective incidence of cultural, linguistic, religious, ethnic and geographical makes India a unique example in the world. This cultural plurality often intersects with socio-economic factors leading to marginalisation among different groups. OR Indian society is a pluralistic society...

Why do large cities tend to attract more migrants than smaller towns? Discuss in the light of conditions in developing countries

Introduction You can begin your answer by stating that in developing countries, rural-to-urban migration is pronounced due to skewed development  Substantiate with data- As per Periodic Labour Force Survey, rural-to-urban migration, represents 18.9% of total internal migration in India. Body...

What is sea surface temperature rise? How does it affect the formation of tropical cyclones?

Introduction You can start your answer by defining sea surface temperature. Sea Surface Temperature (SST) refers to the temperature of the top layer of the ocean, typically measured up to a few meters in depth. SST anomaly- 2 degree rise...

What were the events that led to the Quit India Movement? Point out its results

Introduction The Quit India Movement was launched on August 8, 1942, at Gowalia Tank Maidan in Mumbai. The developments of World War II, including Japan's rapid advances in Southeast Asia and British exploitation of Indian resources created a sense of...

Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South.

Introduction The Pallavas of Kanchi, reigned from the 4th to the 9th centuries CE. Originating as feudatories of the Satavahanas, rulers like Mahendravarman I (600–630 CE) and Narasimhavarman I (630–668 CE) are particularly known for their significant contributions to art,...

Underline the changes in the field of society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period

Introduction The Vedic Period (c. 1500 BCE–500 BCE) in ancient India is divided into the Rig Vedic Period (c. 1500–1000 BCE) and the Later Vedic Period (c. 1000–500 BCE). This period saw significant shifts in society and economy shaping the...

All ideas having large consequences are always simple

7. All ideas having large consequences are always simple Approach  Introduce by providing the benefits of simple ideas, followed by meaning and context Philosophical Basis Examples of simple ideas having large, impactful consequences Antithesis: Not all impactful ideas are simple,...

NEARLY ALL MEN CAN STAND ADVERSITY, BUT TO TEST THE CHARACTER, GIVE HIM POWER

6. NEARLY ALL MEN CAN STAND ADVERSITY, BUT TO TEST THE CHARACTER, GIVE HIM POWER APPROACH-  Introduction -Analysing meaning of the quotation Explaining Significance of Power in individual’s character Context - From where does the quotation came Bridging quotation to...