UPSC Mains Question Paper

The Kalapani dispute has emerged as a focal point, introducing a new dimension to the longstanding India-Nepal international border issue.

The decline in Total Fertility Rate (TFR) below the replacement level in numerous states of India could profoundly shape the future population structure of the country.

The Western Coast of India has witnessed a transformative shift in its maritime infrastructure with the development of new ports, marking a significant chapter in the country’s external trade dynamics.

The Panchayat Raj institutions in India, established as decentralized governing bodies at the grassroots level, have been integral to the democratic framework of the country.

The separation of powers doctrine, integral to the democratic fabric, seeks to ensure that the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government operate independently to prevent any abuse of authority.

Khap Panchayats, traditional village councils prevalent in certain regions of India, have increasingly garnered attention for their controversial role as extra-constitutional authorities.

In the absence of a well-educated and organized local-level government system, the institutions of ‘Panchayats’ and ‘Samitis’ in many regions have predominantly functioned as political entities rather than serving as effective instruments of governance.

In contemporary discourse, the concept of cooperative federalism has emerged as a focal point, garnering increased attention and emphasis in recent years.

The question of implementing a uniform civil code in India, as envisaged by the Directive Principles of State Policy, is a complex and contentious issue that has garnered significant attention and debate.

The discovery of oil in the Arctic Sea holds profound economic implications with far-reaching consequences for both global markets and regional development.