Social Empowerment

8 UPSC Mains GS I questions on Social Empowerment, 2015 to 2026, newest first, as UPSC set them. See also practice questions on Social Empowerment toppers answered.

1. 2026 Q9How do you understand disability? Substantiate the need for inclusive policy framework in India in this regard.10 marks · 150 words
2. 2026 Q10Do you think digital technology promotes social empowerment? Explain with examples.10 marks · 150 words
3. 2024 Q10In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGOs and private sector would be most productive?10 marks · 150 words
4. 2024 Q18Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the Constitution. Comment.15 marks · 250 words
5. 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
6. 2017 Q10What are the two major legal initiatives by the State since Independence, addressing discrimination against Scheduled Tribes (STs) ?10 marks · 150 words
7. 2016 Q10Why are the tribals in India referred to as ‘the Scheduled Tribes’? Indicate the major provisions enshrined in the Constitution of India for their upliftment.12.5 marks · 200 words
8. 2015 Q13Debate the issue of whether and how contemporary movements for assertion of Dalit identity work towards annihilation of caste.12.5 marks · 200 words

Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Main) Examination question papers, upsc.gov.in. Topics are by UPSC Grade, not by UPSC.