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 the major reasons for the rising instances of avalanches in the Himalayas? Suggest mitigation measures to tackle them.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
HimalayasClimate Change
South Africa was "the making of the Mahatma". Analyze how the experiences of Gandhi in South Africa paved the way for launch of satyagraha in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Bring out the differences between the architectural tradition of Achaemenid and Mauryan Empire.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
ArchitectureAncient India
What are ‘atmospheric rivers’? Discuss their impact on regional climate and human settlements.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
ClimatologyWeather Phenomena
What are the challenges in tribal health care system in India? How should health care delivery and human resources be organized in tribal health?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
TribalsPoverty
What do you understand by the 'Indo-Pacific' region? Highlight the geographical importance of the region for India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Human GeographyNatural Resources
'Vision of a $5 Trillion economy fundamentally depends upon a vibrant urban sector'. In the light of the statement, bring out the challenges faced in present urbanization patterns in India and suggest reformative measures.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Urbanization
How has globalization and urbanization impacted the Indian family system?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
UrbanizationGlobalisation
Examine the role of geography in the development of religious architecture with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
ArchitectureArt and Culture
What is an urban forest? Highlight its benefits and steps taken by the government to promote urban forestry in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Urbanization
India is a land of multiple culture, linguistic, dialects, religion which have shapen its diversity and strengthen its unity.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Diversity of IndiaSalient Features
The Karachi Congress Session of 1931 offered a vision of India's future independence. Discuss its significance and how it shaped post-independent India. (15M)
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Freedom StrugglePost-Independence
Trace the evolution of Nagara style of temple architecture with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
ArchitectureArt and Culture
Moderate leaders like Dadabhai Naoroji, Gopal Krishna Gokhale, Surendranath Banerjee believed in constitutional means to attain freedom. Success of moderate leaders in bringing gradual change.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Freedom StrugglePersonalities
Examine the ideological and strategic tensions within the Indian National Congress that led to the 1907 split.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Freedom StrugglePersonalities
Marine resources have emerged as a vital cornerstone of the economy, providing a rich source of livelihoods and prosperity. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Natural ResourcesOceanography
Provide an account of the historical and architectural importance of the Sanchi Stupa. Also, discuss how it inspired the future architecture in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
ArchitectureArt and Culture
Has globalization proved to be a boon or bane for Indian farmers? Justify your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
GlobalisationEmployment
The reality of India's relations with the colonial economy belied the propaganda of white man's burden. Elaborate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
The Munich Pact brought neither peace nor stability in relations between European countries, rather it turned out to be an act of appeasement that made war inevitable. Comment.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
World History
Discuss whether marital rape should be criminalised in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
WomenSalient Features
What do you understand by the term 'demographic dividend'? Highlighting the challenges the country faces in realizing the potential of its favourable demography, suggest corrective measures.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
PopulationEmployment
India was known for the centre of the higher education due to centers like Nalanda & Taxashila. Comparison & contrast: 2. Lessons modern universities can learn from them. The Revolutionary movement and Gandhian movement both played significant role in India's freedom struggle. Discuss ideological differences and similarities. Himalayas are known as the 3rd pole of India due to widespread presence of glaciers. Discuss various landforms formed by them and also describe their features impacting local ecosystem and human activities.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Art and CultureFreedom Struggle
Examine the challenges posed by the phenomenon of brain drain on India in the context of rapid globalization and intense competition for talent.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
GlobalisationEmployment