2023 / General Studies 1

Mains PYQ - General Studies 1

Section A
Ques 1

Explain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India.

Ques 2

Why is the world today confronted with a crisis of availability of and access to freshwater Resources?

Ques 3

Explain why suicide among young women is increasing in Indian society.

Ques 4

What was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism?

Ques 5

Bring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries of the world.

Ques 6

Discuss the consequences of climate change on the food security in tropical countries.

Ques 7

How are the fjords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world?

Ques 8

Why is the South-West Monsoon called Purvaiya’ (easterly) in the Bhojpur Region? How has this directional seasonal wind system influenced the cultural ethos of the region?

Ques 9

Do you think marriage as a sacrament is losing its value in Modern India?

Ques 10

Child cuddling is now being replaced by mobile phones. Discuss its impact on the socialisation of children.

Section B
Ques 1

What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features are still prevailing in Indian society?

Ques 2

What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence Indian society?

Ques 3

How did colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression?

Ques 4

Comment on the resource potentials of the long coastline of India and highlight the status of natural hazard preparedness in these areas.

Ques 5

Identify and discuss the factors responsible for diversity of natural vegetation in India. Assess the significance of wildlife sanctuaries in rainforest regions of India.

Ques 6

Why did human development fail to keep pace with economic development in India?

Ques 7

From being a net food importer in the 1960s, India has emerged as a net food exporter to the world. Provide reasons.

Ques 8

Does urbanisation lead to more segregation and/or marginalisation of the poor in Indian metropolises?

Ques 9

Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?

Ques 10

Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.

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