Globalisation

16 UPSC Mains GS I questions on Globalisation, 2013 to 2026, newest first, as UPSC set them. See also practice questions on Globalisation toppers answered.

1. 2026 Q16“The centre of global trade is gradually shifting from the Atlantic region to the Indo-Pacific region.” Examine this statement.15 marks · 250 words
2. 2026 Q20Evaluate the impact of globalization on Indian youths with reference to social, political, economic and cultural spheres.15 marks · 250 words
3. 2025 Q10Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture ? Justify your answer.10 marks · 150 words
4. 2025 Q18How do you account for the growing fast food industries given that there are increased health concerns in modern society ? Illustrate your answer with the Indian experience.15 marks · 250 words
5. 2024 Q19Globalization 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?15 marks · 250 words
6. 2023 Q20Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.15 marks · 250 words
7. 2022 Q9How is the growth of Tier 2 cities related to the rise of a new middle class with an emphasis on the culture of consumption ?10 marks · 150 words
8. 2022 Q20Elucidate the relationship between globalization and new technology in a world of scarce resources, with special reference to India.15 marks · 250 words
9. 2021 Q19What is Cryptocurrency ? How does it affect global society ? Has it been affecting Indian society also ?15 marks · 250 words
10. 2020 Q18Is diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation ? Justify your answer.15 marks · 250 words
11. 2020 Q20How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country ? Elaborate your answer.15 marks · 250 words
12. 2019 Q20Are we losing our local identity for the global identity ? Discuss.15 marks · 250 words
13. 2018 Q19‘Globalization is generally said to promote cultural homogenization but due to this cultural specificities appear to be strengthened in the Indian Society.’ Elucidate.15 marks · 250 words
14. 2016 Q8To what extent globalization has influenced the core of cultural diversity in India? Explain.12.5 marks · 200 words
15. 2015 Q12Discuss the positive and negative effects of globalization on women in India.12.5 marks · 200 words
16. 2013 Q17Critically examine the effect of globalization on the aged population in India.10 marks · 200 words

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