AIR 5 · CSE 2024 · GS1 · 56 pages

Aakash Garg: GS1 answer copy

20 answers by Aakash Garg, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1Temple architecture under the Early Chalukya developed fundamental prototypes for later temples in the peninsula. Discuss.10 marks
  2. Q2The most remarkable feature of the medieval period of Indian History was the emergence of various schools of thoughts. Discuss.10 marks
  3. Q3The economic changes associated with globalization have contributed to a reevaluation of gender roles within Indian families. Comment.10 marks
  4. Q4Discuss how combined effects of land-use change and climate change are leading to biodiversity loss across all global regions.10 marks
  5. Q5Examine the socio-economic changes experienced by tribal communities during British colonial rule in India. Discuss how these impacts led to various forms of resistance and adaptation among the tribes.10 marks
  6. Q6The foundation of the Indian National Congress to advance political nationalism was the result of a political and cultural awakening of the people due to work of provincial organizations. Analyse.10 marks
  7. Q7How has the Continental Drift theory influenced our current understanding of the distribution of continents and oceans? Examine within the framework of plate tectonics and geological processes.10 marks
  8. Q8Do you agree that the demographic situation is weighing down growth and development in India? Illustrate.10 marks
  9. Q9Examine the challenges posed by the phenomenon of brain drain on India in the context of rapid globalization and intense competition for talent.10 marks
  10. Q10Evaluate the extent to which 19th-century socio-religious reform movements in India contributed to the establishment of a secular and rational social ethos. Discuss the challenges they faced from conservative forces.10 marks
  11. Q11Architecturally, Vijayanagar synthesizes the centuries-old Dravida temple architecture with Islamic styles demonstrated by the neighboring sultanates. Discuss.15 marks
  12. Q12सदियों से विकसित, भारत के विविध नृत्य रूप देश के विभिन्न भागों में अपनी विशिष्ट शैलियों में विकसित हुए हैं और संबंधित क्षेत्र की संस्कृति का प्रभाव पड़ने के साथ इनमें से प्रत्येक की अपनी अलग विशेषता है। चर्चा कीजिये। इसके साथ ही भारतीय लोगों के धार्मिक एवं सामाजिक जीवन के संदर्भ में इनकी भूमिका पर प्रकाश डालिये।15 marks
  13. Q13Do you think reducing disparities among regions and states can strengthen nationalism in India? Justify15 marks
  14. Q14Discuss inter-generational transmission of poverty in India and give recommendations that could be considered useful to combat it.15 marks
  15. Q15Revolutionary movements are often seen as fringe elements. Assess their place in the larger narrative of the freedom struggle.15 marks
  16. Q16Footloose industries are often seen as a potential driver of economic growth. Discuss measures to maximize the benefits and mitigate the drawbacks associated with footloose industries.15 marks
  17. Q17Analyse the geographic concentration of the startup activity in India given its importance in the Indian economy.15 marks
  18. Q18Analyze 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
  19. Q19(Explosive and Effusive Volcanic Eruptions) How do explosive and effusive volcanic eruptions shape the topography and geology of volcanic regions?15 marks
  20. Q20The reorganization of states on linguistic lines was a significant step in India's post-independence history. Evaluate its impact on India's national unity and development.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 138 words written

Temple architecture under the Early Chalukya developed fundamental prototypes for later temples in the peninsula. Discuss.

Opening

The chalukyas in the southern India laid the foundation for later temples like the Chola and the Hoysala Temples.

Features of Chalukyan temples:

Body · points

  1. Basic Structure laid of Dravidian style including Vimana and later raised structures.

  2. Sculptures inspired by mythologies with depictions of supernatural figures and gods etc.

  3. Intricate carvings on walls giving the evidence of high carver skill.

  4. Some temples also had water tanks and Garbgriha with tall vimanas.

Close · a summary

The later temples in Peninsula - the Dravidian style and the Vesara style derive features from Chalukyan temples.

Temples like Brihadeshwar Temple in Tanjore and Meenakshi Sundareshwar temple exemplified the temple architecture.

The role of Pallavas in development of dravidian temples inspired other style like Hoysala temples at Dvarasamudra.

Development of temples has been happening in an evolutionary form drawing inspiration from all previous iterations.