GS1 · Practice questions
Heritage, history, geography, society
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Sand is not only critical for economic development but also provides crucial ecosystem services. Elaborate. In this context, discuss the importance of sustainable sand mining in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Natural Resources
What were the various challenges faced by India at the time of its independence? To what extent has the country succeeded in tackling these challenges?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Post-Independence
Though electric vehicle is gaining popularity, availability of Lithium remains a bottle-neck. Discuss the availability of Lithium in India and in the world. Also, examine other challenges in promotion of electric mobility in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Natural ResourcesIndustry
It was the politics of the period - within China, between China and India, and between China and the USSR that precipitated in 1962 Indo-China war. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modern Indian History
Explain the impacts of Himalayas on the climatic condition of the country.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
HimalayasClimatology
What are Van Allen Radiation Belts? Explaining their formation, discuss why there has been a growing focus on their study.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Geophysical Phenomena
S.C. Bose stated: "Women were the key contributor in India's freedom struggle, as they not only shown courage and dedication, but also sacrifice for Indian independence"
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Freedom StruggleWomen
The largest contributors to climate change, cities are also one of the most vulnerable to its adverse effects. Explain. Also analyze the role of cities in achieving carbon neutrality and building climate resilience.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
UrbanizationClimate Change
In the era of conspicuous consumption, the shifting focus on social status and lifestyle has brought enormous changes in urban habits. Discuss.
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UrbanizationSalient Features
Describe the tri-cellular model of global atmospheric circulation. Examine its significance in explaining the world climatic patterns.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Climatology
The third battle of Panipat did not decide who would rule India but rather who would not. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modern Indian History
What is care economy? Highlight the challenges associated with it and mention the steps taken to address them in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
PopulationSocial Empowerment
What do you understand by the Arctic Paradox? Highlight the spatial distribution of mineral and energy resources in the Arctic region.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Natural ResourcesHuman Geography
How do the Deccan and Chotanagpur plateaus differ in their physical characteristics and resource potential?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Natural ResourcesGeomorphology
Recently United Nations declared 2023 as International year of millets to raise awareness and bring shift towards diversifying food plates.
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Natural ResourcesPoverty
Keeping in mind the findings of sixth assessment report of IPCC, discuss whether India should adopt economy wide net zero emission target.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Climate ChangeGlobal Warming
With accelerating glacial melt in the Himalaya, GLOFs pose a severe hazard downstream. Analyse the causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies related to GLOFs in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
HimalayasClimate Change
Present a comparative analysis of interventions of USA and USSR in Vietnam and Afghanistan respectively during the cold war era. How far do you think that the present Afghan crisis is an outcome of cold war rivalries?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
World History
Do you agree with the view that continental blockade was an ill-conceived strategy by Napoleon to conquer Britain through economic means?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
World History
The urban character of the Harappan civilization was a result of the gradual evolution of regional social-economic factors. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Ancient IndiaArt and Culture
Do diaspora communities act as custodians of Indian cultural traditions or agents of cultural change? Critically examine with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Diversity of IndiaSalient Features
Examine the change in land use pattern in India since independence and its resultant impact on climate change.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Climate ChangeHuman Geography
Describe the various factors responsible for formation of ocean currents and discuss their impact on different human activities.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Oceanography
With examples, discuss how the cultural traditions from various regions of India get reflected in regional music.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Art and CultureDiversity of India