{"id":4107,"date":"2023-02-28T11:00:14","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T11:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=4107"},"modified":"2023-12-11T07:42:54","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T07:42:54","slug":"geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Mains Geography Optional: Political Aspects Questions 2013-2022 | Edukemy Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-support-program-with-test-series?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog+banner&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_id=blog&amp;utm_term=blog&amp;utm_content=UPSC+PSP\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-12-30-at-2.57.15-PM.jpeg\" alt=\"UPSC Prelims\" class=\"wp-image-20678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-12-30-at-2.57.15-PM.jpeg 1320w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-12-30-at-2.57.15-PM-1170x369.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-12-30-at-2.57.15-PM-585x184.jpeg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>UPSC Prelims<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Political Aspects are an important component of geography that deals with the spatial distribution of power and the ways in which political entities interact with each other and with their physical environment. It encompasses a broad range of topics, from the study of political systems, political geography, international relations, geopolitics, political economy, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the key areas of study within political geography is the examination of the state system and how states function and interact with each other. This includes looking at issues such as territorial disputes, the formation of borders, the role of nationalism, and the influence of global power dynamics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another important aspect of political geography is the study of political and economic systems within individual countries. This includes analyzing the political structures, institutions, and processes that govern societies and how they impact economic development, social inequalities, and environmental outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Geopolitics is another important area within political geography that examines the strategic importance of certain locations and resources, and how they impact international relations and global power dynamics. This includes analyzing the role of natural resources, transportation networks, and military bases in shaping geopolitical relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the study of political aspects in geography is essential for understanding the complexities of contemporary society and the ways in which politics, economics, and geography intersect to shape the world we live in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get the Geography Optional Hard Copy Notes of Shabbir Sir&#8217;s most recent batch: <a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/geography-optional-hard-copy-notes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d9198435318\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d9198435318\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#Political_Aspects_Previous_Year_Questions_UPSC_CSE_Mains_Geography_Optional\" title=\"Political Aspects Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains Geography Optional)\">Political Aspects Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains Geography Optional)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#1_Question_What_is_the_significance_of_studying_Political_Geography_as_an_optional_subject_in_UPSC_Mains\" title=\"1. Question: What is the significance of studying Political Geography as an optional subject in UPSC Mains?\">1. Question: What is the significance of studying Political Geography as an optional subject in UPSC Mains?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#2_Question_How_can_previous_year_questions_help_in_preparing_for_the_Political_Geography_section_of_UPSC_Mains\" title=\"2. Question: How can previous year questions help in preparing for the Political Geography section of UPSC Mains?\">2. Question: How can previous year questions help in preparing for the Political Geography section of UPSC Mains?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#3_Question_What_are_the_key_topics_covered_in_Political_Geography_for_UPSC_Mains_based_on_the_past_decades_question_papers\" title=\"3. Question: What are the key topics covered in Political Geography for UPSC Mains based on the past decade&#8217;s question papers?\">3. Question: What are the key topics covered in Political Geography for UPSC Mains based on the past decade&#8217;s question papers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#4_Question_How_should_aspirants_approach_answer_writing_for_Political_Geography_questions_in_UPSC_Mains\" title=\"4. Question: How should aspirants approach answer writing for Political Geography questions in UPSC Mains?\">4. Question: How should aspirants approach answer writing for Political Geography questions in UPSC Mains?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#5_Question_Are_there_any_common_pitfalls_that_aspirants_should_be_aware_of_while_preparing_for_Political_Geography_as_an_optional_subject\" title=\"5. Question: Are there any common pitfalls that aspirants should be aware of while preparing for Political Geography as an optional subject?\">5. Question: Are there any common pitfalls that aspirants should be aware of while preparing for Political Geography as an optional subject?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geography-optional-subject-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-political-aspects-2013-2022\/#For_Admissions_talk_to_our_Mentor_%E2%80%93_9811333901_9811333782\" title=\"For Admissions, talk to our Mentor &#8211; 9811333901, 9811333782\">For Admissions, talk to our Mentor &#8211; 9811333901, 9811333782<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Political_Aspects_Previous_Year_Questions_UPSC_CSE_Mains_Geography_Optional\"><\/span><strong>Political Aspects Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains Geography Optional)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Discuss the continuing disputes on water sharing between the riparian states of North-West India. (15 Marks\/2022)<\/li><li>Kalapani dispute has opened a new front on the India-Nepal international border. Explain.(10 Marks\/2022)<\/li><li>Discuss the geo-political impact of bilateral relationship between India and Bhutan. (10 Marks\/2021)<\/li><li>Critically examine the problems of inter-State border disputes in India. (15 Marks\/2021).<\/li><li>Has the regional aspiration of the people of Jammu and Kashmir been addressed through re-organisation of the state? Make an assessment. (10 Marks\/2020)<\/li><li>Border area development is an important national priority.What are the resilient steps needed for peaceful borders? (20 Marks\/2020)<\/li><li>Describe the economic, maritime and strategic interests of India in South China Sea. (15 Marks\/2020)<\/li><li>Discuss the political aspects of Himalaya. Explain how it has affected geo-strategy, geo-politics and regional consciousness of Indian federalism. (20 Marks\/2019)<\/li><li>&#8220;India is emerging as a global power in relation to Indian ocean realm.&#8221; Elaborate. (15 Marks\/2019)<\/li><li>Why setting up ofWater Management Boards is a controversial issue in India. (10 Marks\/2018)<\/li><li>Discuss the emerging geo-political scenario of Indian Ocean realm. (15 Marks\/2018)<\/li><li>Cross border terrorism has implications on border area development in India. Examine it with suitable examples. (15 Marks\/2018)<\/li><li>Is the land boundary of India with its neighbouring countries a cultural divide or divided culture? Explain with suitable examples. (15 Marks\/2018)<\/li><li>Explain the inter-State issues involves in implementation of the Satluj-Yamuna Link Canal Project. (10 Marks\/2017)<\/li><li>Identify the Naxal-affected areas in India and discuss their socio-economic problems. (15 Marks\/2017)<\/li><li>Bring out the geopolitical implications of Doklam dispute in the context of IndoChina relations. (10 Marks\/2017)<\/li><li>Goods and Services Tax (GST) has differential impact on developed and backward states of the country. How and why? (10 Marks\/2017)<\/li><li>Explain the role of India in the geo-politics of south Asia. (10 Marks\/2016)<\/li><li>Explain the origin, dimension and implications of Sino-Indian border dispute. (15 Marks\/2016)<\/li><li>Give a reasoned account of river water disputes related to the River Krishna. (15 Marks\/2015)<\/li><li>Bring out the role of terrain in determining India\u2019s political influence over neighbouring countries. (10 Marks\/2014)<\/li><li>Discuss the implications of India\u2019s strategic location with reference to the Indian Ocean. (15 Marks\/2014)<\/li><li>India is involved in a number of border disputes. Explain the reasons and remedies. (20 Marks\/2014)<\/li><li>Write a note on geopolitics of the Indian Ocean realm. (20 Marks\/2013)<\/li><li>Comment on the basis of creation of new States in India in 2000. (15 Marks\/2013)<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?s=mains\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SOLVED PAPERS.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Question_What_is_the_significance_of_studying_Political_Geography_as_an_optional_subject_in_UPSC_Mains\"><\/span>1. Question: What is the significance of studying Political Geography as an optional subject in UPSC Mains?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: Political Geography provides insights into the spatial dimensions of political processes and power dynamics. Understanding geopolitical issues is crucial for aspirants aiming to analyze global and regional affairs, enhancing their comprehension of international relations and governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Question_How_can_previous_year_questions_help_in_preparing_for_the_Political_Geography_section_of_UPSC_Mains\"><\/span>2. Question: How can previous year questions help in preparing for the Political Geography section of UPSC Mains?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: Previous year questions serve as valuable guides, indicating the examiners&#8217; preferences and the depth of knowledge expected. Analyzing these questions helps aspirants to identify recurring themes, prioritize topics, and tailor their preparation strategy accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Question_What_are_the_key_topics_covered_in_Political_Geography_for_UPSC_Mains_based_on_the_past_decades_question_papers\"><\/span>3. Question: What are the key topics covered in Political Geography for UPSC Mains based on the past decade&#8217;s question papers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: The past years&#8217; question papers reveal a focus on topics such as geopolitical theories, global institutions, border disputes, regional political entities, and the impact of globalization on political landscapes. Aspirants should pay special attention to these areas during their preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Question_How_should_aspirants_approach_answer_writing_for_Political_Geography_questions_in_UPSC_Mains\"><\/span>4. Question: How should aspirants approach answer writing for Political Geography questions in UPSC Mains?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: It&#8217;s essential to integrate theoretical knowledge with current affairs and case studies while answering Political Geography questions. Developing a structured and analytical approach, along with concise and well-articulated responses, is crucial to scoring high marks in this optional subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Question_Are_there_any_common_pitfalls_that_aspirants_should_be_aware_of_while_preparing_for_Political_Geography_as_an_optional_subject\"><\/span>5. 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