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Post-Independence

13 UPSC Mains GS I questions on Post-Independence, 2013 to 2026, newest first, as UPSC set them. See also practice questions on Post-Independence toppers answered.

  1. 2026 Q12Linguistic reorganization of Indian States was driven by popular pressure from below. Comment.15 marks · 250 words
  2. 2026 Q13The model of planned economy was adopted in India to address the regional imbalances left behind by colonial rule. Comment.15 marks · 250 words
  3. 2025 Q9The ethos of civil service in India stand for the combination of professionalism with nationalistic consciousness – Elucidate.10 marks · 150 words
  4. 2025 Q12Trace India’s consolidation process during early phase of independence in terms of polity, economy, education and international relations.15 marks · 250 words
  5. 2022 Q11The political and administrative reorganization of states and territories has been a continuous ongoing process since the mid-nineteenth century. Discuss with examples.15 marks · 250 words
  6. 2021 Q3Assess the main administrative issues and socio-cultural problems in the integration process of Indian Princely States.10 marks · 150 words
  7. 2015 Q5It would have been difficult for the Constituent Assembly to complete its historic task of drafting the Constitution for Independent India in just three years but for the experience gained with the Government of India Act, 1935. Discuss.12.5 marks · 200 words
  8. 2014 Q10The New Economic Policy – 1921 of Lenin had influenced the policies adopted by India soon after independence. Evaluate.10 marks · 150 words
  9. 2013 Q6Critically discuss the objectives of Bhoodan and Gramdan Movements initiated by Acharya Vinoba Bhave and their success.10 marks · 200 words
  10. 2013 Q7Write a critical note on the evolution and significance of the slogan, ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’.10 marks · 200 words
  11. 2013 Q8Discuss the contributions of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad to pre- and post-independent India.10 marks · 200 words
  12. 2013 Q9Analyze the circumstances that led to the Tashkent Agreement in 1966. Discuss the highlights of the Agreement.10 marks · 200 words
  13. 2013 Q10Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive role in the emergence of Bangladesh.10 marks · 200 words

Other GS I topics

Ancient IndiaArchitectureArt and CultureBritish Policies and Their ImpactCasteClimate ChangeClimatologyCyclonesDiversity of IndiaEmploymentFloodsFreedom StruggleGeomorphologyGeophysical Phenomena

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