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Heritage, history, geography, society
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Article 38 states that imperative to ensure justice (social economical and political) which can be made possible by social mobility in our society. Elaborate on the barriers to intergenerational mobility and the role of education in promoting the same. Also discuss the influence of globalisation on migration patterns and its associated socio-economic implications.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Salient FeaturesGlobalisation
The capitalist class generally remained ambivalent in their support to the Indian National Congress until 1940s. In this context, analyse the varying positions of the Indian capitalists throughout the national movement.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
"Aborting females may have consequences that reverberate beyond the families making the choice". Highlight the recent trend and the legal challenges in preventing sex selection and their consequences in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
WomenSalient Features
"The very policy that was meant to further subjugate Indians catalyzed free thought and questioned the notion of British superiority." Discuss in the context of British education policy in colonial India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
India's post-1858 constitutional history witnessed a plethora of notable developments that left an indelible imprint on its society and polity. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
The period of Delhi Sultans witnessed the emergence of Indo-Persian culture. Discuss the statement with reference to developments in the fields of literature, art and architecture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Art and CultureArchitecture
Epigraphic sources are the best reflections of ancient Indian art and culture. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Ancient IndiaArt and Culture
It can be argued that the peasant movements of the 20th century, when compared to those in the 19th century, were more organised and nationalistic in nature. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
It is said that the world's oceans are losing their 'memory' due to human-induced warming. Comment. Also, discuss the consequences of the phenomenon.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Climate ChangeOceanography
Analyze the role of political philosophies in shaping the Cold War era policies. How did the ideological conflict between the USA and the USSR affect global geopolitics?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
World History
Elucidate the causes, triumphs, and constraints of the Non-Cooperation Movement - a noble and illustrious endeavor that marked a crucial turning point in the history of India's struggle for independence.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Discuss the impact of local winds on their associated regions, citing examples from different parts of the world.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Climatology
Ecological conservation and social justice are twin objectives of the environmental movements in Independent India. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Post-IndependenceSalient Features
Assess the contribution of Bismarck's policy of blood and iron in German Unification.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
World History
Urban homelessness is often an overlooked dimension of poverty. Discuss its causes and assess the efficacy of schemes like PMAY (Urban) in this context.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
UrbanizationPoverty
With a significant proportion of India's population expected to live in urban areas by 2030, the welfare of the urban poor needs to take centre-stage in public policy. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
UrbanizationPoverty
Kakatiya era witnessed development of a distinct style of architecture which improved and innovated upon the existing modes. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
ArchitectureMedieval India
Trace the evolution of the press in India. Also, discuss the instrumental impact it had during various stages of the Indian freedom struggle despite the repressive policies of the British.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Modern Indian HistoryFreedom Struggle
Often called 'white gold,' lithium has emerged as a priority metal in achieving the global energy transition. Explain. Also, outline the distribution of lithium in India and the world, and discuss the implications of its uneven availability globally.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Natural Resources
In the tapestry of Indian art and architecture, Vijaynagar kingdom (14-17th Century), provides exemplification of unparalleled craftsmanship and secular themes on Indo-Islamic fusion.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Art and CultureArchitecture
The phenomenon of ‘livability atrophy’ in Indian cities reflects the widening gap between urban expansion and quality of life. Examine the causes and consequences of this trend, and suggest measures to make urban growth more humane and sustainable.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Urbanization
"The development of the automobile industry in India is a classic case of the interplay between policy push and locational pull". Discuss the geographical, economic, and infrastructural factors influencing the growth of automobile hubs in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
IndustryHuman Geography
How are plateaus formed? Also, briefly discuss the features of the Deccan plateau and its economic significance.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Geomorphology
Discuss the contributions of revolutionaries during different phases of the Indian freedom struggle.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Freedom Struggle