GS1 · Practice questions
Heritage, history, geography, society
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Provide a brief account of steps taken by India for harnessing solar energy. What are the ecological and human costs associated with India's quest for solar energy expansion?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Natural ResourcesClimate Change
Assess the impact of climate change on the various extreme events with examples.
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Climate ChangeGlobal Warming
The arts of Indus valley were free from religious influences both aesthetically and functionally. Analyse.
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Art and CultureAncient India
Highlight the significant features of Stupa Architecture developed during post-Mauryan period. How was it different from the stupas made during pre-Mauryan period?
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ArchitectureAncient India
Addressing inter-sectional discriminations faced by vulnerable sections of society is essential for securing social justice. Analyze. Also, enumerate the steps taken by India to ensure social justice.
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Social Empowerment
The swadeshi movement witnessed an emergence of cultural nationalism which infused swadeshi values in Indian art and literature. Comment.
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Freedom StruggleArt and Culture
National Family Health Survey - 5 has revealed that India has achieved replacement level fertility, but challenges related to demography still persist. Analyze these challenges and suggest remedial policy measures to address these challenges.
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Population
In the context of Indian freedom struggle, a discernible trend was seen where large national level movements were usually succeeded with period of revolutionary activities. Comment.
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Freedom Struggle
The reason behind the partition of Bengal in the colonial period was more political than administrative. Elucidate.
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Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
The approach was to make them an integral part of the Indian nation, even while maintaining their distinct identity and culture.' Explain the statement in the context of tribal policies in post-independent India.
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Post-IndependenceTribals
The plural identity of India is a consequence of the people coming together with different social and cultural traits. Elaborate.
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Diversity of IndiaSalient Features
Caste-based discrimination continues to exist in modern times, despite rapid changes in socio-economic conditions since independence. Analyze.
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CasteSalient Features
What do you understand by women empowerment? How far do you think progressive legislations are panacea to the issues faced by women?
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WomenSocial Empowerment
The Cholas are inextricably linked with the zenith of Dravidian art and architecture. Comment.
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Art and CultureArchitecture
The evolution of various styles of pottery in India from the Indus Valley Civilisation to the later Vedic period was intricately linked with the socio-cultural life of the people. Discuss.
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Art and CultureAncient India
The aspiration of proletariats reached its culmination with the formation of Soviet Union but could not stand the test of the time. In this context bring out the causes and consequences of the disintegration of the Soviet Union.
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World History
Discuss the ways in which the Bhakti movement expressed critiques of the caste system in India.
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Medieval IndiaCaste
The discourse fostered during the Indian freedom struggle was enriched by a diverse set of voices. Elaborate.
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Freedom StrugglePersonalities
The digital space can bolster women movements by encouraging inclusion and improving accessibility in organizing collective action. Illustrate in the context of tribal policies in post-independent India.
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WomenTribals
India is secular, not because the term secular is there in the Constitution but because of the ethos and milieu of our nation. Comment.
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SecularismSalient Features
Buddhism and Jainism played a critical role in shaping ancient Indian art and literature. Illustrate.
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Art and CultureArchitecture
Discuss the significance of foreign travelers' accounts in the understanding of ancient India.
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Ancient IndiaArt and Culture
Briefly explain the theory of plate tectonics? How far this theory provided plausible explanation for the occurrence of earthquakes and volcanoes?
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Plate tectonicsGeophysical Phenomena
Although the usual perception about volcanoes revolves around it being a natural disaster, however, it also has benefits for people and landscape. Explain.
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Geophysical PhenomenaGeomorphology