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2023

  1. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksFrom being net food importer in 1960s, India has emerged as a net food exporter to the world. Provide reasons.
  2. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksWhy is caste identity in India both fluid and static?
  3. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksChild cuddling is now being replaced by mobile phones. Discuss its impact on the socialization of children.
  4. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksDiscuss the consequences of climate change on the food security in tropical countries.
  5. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksHow did the colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression?
  6. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksWhy did human development fail to keep pace with economic development in India?
  7. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksWhat was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism?
  8. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksHow are the fjords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world?
  9. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksIdentify and discuss the factors responsible for diversity of natural vegetation in India. Assess the significance of wildlife sanctuaries in rain forests regions of India.
  10. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksDiscuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.
  11. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksWhat are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features are still prevailing in Indian society?
  12. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksWhat were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence Indian society?
  13. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksBring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries of the world.Video
  14. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksComment on the resource potentials of the long coastline of India and highlight the status of natural hazard preparedness in these areas.
  15. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksExplain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India.
  16. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksWhy 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?
  17. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksExplain why suicide among young women is increasing in Indian Society.
  18. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksDo you think marriage as a sacrament in loosing its value in Modern India?
  19. 2023 · GS1 · 15 marksDoes urbanization lead to more segregation and/or marginalization of the poor in Indian metropolises?
  20. 2023 · GS1 · 10 marksWhy is the world today confronted with a crisis of availability of and access to freshwater resources?
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