GS1 · Practice questions
Heritage, history, geography, society
908 questions, with how toppers answered each. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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What are Global Capability Centres (GCCs)? Account for the factors influencing the location of GCCs in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
IndustryHuman Geography
Do you think that marital rape should be criminalised in India? Give reasons in support of your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
WomenSalient Features
What are marine heatwaves? Examine the causes of the increasing frequency of marine heatwaves. How do they influence the onset of the summer monsoon in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Geophysical PhenomenaClimatology
Discuss the multi-dimensional implications of uneven distribution of semiconductor industry in the world.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
IndustryGlobalisation
Briefly explain why the Deccan Plateau is also called as 'Deccan Traps'? Also, give reasons for availability of black soil in the Deccan Plateau.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Geomorphology
Population composition, rather than population size, is more critical determinant of development trajectory of a country. Examine. Also discuss the desirability of raising legal age of marriage for women to stabilize population size.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
PopulationWomen
Numismatics is a vital tool in deciphering the history of country. Explain the statement in Indian context with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Ancient IndiaArt and Culture
Identify the key reasons behind British colonial intervention in Malaya in the 19th century. How did Malaya react to British colonial rule?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
World History
The Quit India movement marked a new direction in the struggle against the British colonial rule in India. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
‘The folk arts are channels for expressing powerful beliefs, hopes and fears of a community.’ Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Art and Culture
Under colonialism, India's traditional economic structure was reoriented to fit into the economic needs of industrial Britain. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
Evaluate the nature of Sangam literature and its significance in understanding ancient society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
LiteratureAncient India
Discuss the potential socio-political implications of implementing a nationwide caste census.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
CasteSalient Features
Despite EIA being a useful policy tool for sustainable development, deficiencies in its design and implementation have prevented it from realising its potential. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Climate Change
Among the major legacies of the Indian freedom movement, civil liberties formed an important one. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StrugglePersonalities
Give a reasoned account of the distribution of deserts across the earth with the help of relevant examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Climatology
What were the reasons for the revolt of 1857? Highlighting the factors responsible for its failure, discuss its impacts.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
"A seemingly casteless upper caste and an apparently caste-defined lower caste is one of the central aspects of the institution of caste in contemporary times". Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
CasteSalient Features
"The British colonial interests significantly influenced the economic structure of India."
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
Explain the factors contributing to the variability of the Indian monsoon. Also discuss its multi-dimensional impact.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
ClimatologyWeather Phenomena
The socio-economic and ecological consequences of soil degradation are far-reaching. Discuss. Suggest measures that can be taken to restore soil fertility and arrest soil degradation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Natural ResourcesClimate Change
What were the reasons that the British emerged as the preeminent power after succeeding against other European powers in the Indian subcontinent?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
Foreign accounts as a source of ancient Indian history have both advantages and shortcomings. Examine this statement with appropriate examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Ancient IndiaArt and Culture
Folk art entails a world of culture and tradition passed down from generations. However, the skill which goes into their making is adopted by a very less number of youths due to a lack of livelihood opportunities. Suggest measures to integrate economy and folk art to preserve the rich Indian culture and heritage.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Art and CultureSalient Features