A topper · CSE 2023 · GS1 · 56 pages

Ayush Goel: GS1 answer copy

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

The questions

Q1With examples, discuss how the cultural traditions from various regions of India get reflected in regional music.10 marks
Q2Highlighting the emergence of the working class movement, discuss its contribution towards India's freedom struggle.10 marks
Q3Do you agree with the view that Gandhian politics was, in a sense, a continuation of Tilak's politics?10 marks
Q4It 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
Q5What is soil amendment? Evaluate the benefits and concerns associated with it.10 marks
Q6It has been suggested that the next decade may see a boom in hybrid power plants. Stating the advantages that such power plants offer, discuss the associated challenges.10 marks
Q7What are Van Allen Radiation Belts? Explaining their formation, discuss why there has been a growing focus on their study.10 marks
Q8Discuss whether marital rape should be criminalised in India.10 marks
Q9What is care economy? Highlight the challenges associated with it and mention the steps taken to address them in India.10 marks
Q10Post-pandemic India is staring at the challenge of "learning poverty". Analyse its implications and discuss a way ahead.10 marks
Q11Bring out the evolution of mural traditions in South India. Also, elaborate on their significant characteristics.15 marks
Q12Indian nationalism that confronted British imperialism in the 19th century was a product of colonial modernity. Do you agree?15 marks
Q13Environmentalism surfaced in the form of many organised movements in post independence India. Discuss.15 marks
Q14Do you agree with the view that continental blockade was an ill-conceived strategy by Napoleon to conquer Britain through economic means?15 marks
Q15What do you understand by the Arctic Paradox? Highlight the spatial distribution of mineral and energy resources in the Arctic region.15 marks
Q16Cryosphere changes have a tendency to bring about a devastating impact on the ecosystem and its people. Discuss. Also, enlist measures to tackle this threat.15 marks
Q17The frequent instances of urban flooding pose a severe risk to the urban ecosystem in India. Discuss with special emphasis on its impact on the critical infrastructure.15 marks
Q18Sand 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
Q19The challenge of unbridled and unbalanced growth of urban spaces in India necessitates reforms in urban planning and capacity. Discuss.15 marks
Q20Feminist movements in India have historically lacked inclusivity, often growing within a limited Western upper-class psyche. Critically discuss.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 144 words written

With examples, discuss how the cultural traditions from various regions of India get reflected in regional music.

Opening

Regional music is an essential part of Indian culture having an fuse connect with religion, culture and diversity.

Body · points

Examples of cultural tradition

(1) Hindustani music reflects to tone and music of north Indian states → It comprises of on the spot improvisation in front of audience

(2) Sufi music is more serene and slow and try to promote 'God's worship' and tolerance among all regions

(3) Banaras gharana music reflects the speciality of north Indian music along with its dance forms

(4) Similarly Lucknow gharana has been followed and patronised by Kings (Specially from mughal era)

(5) Music in southern states in more well defined and the singer does not move from exquisite tone

(6) Music in Kerala, Tamil nadu is more often used with the dance forms like Bharathatyam

Close · a summary

Thus, music plays a central character which binds the 'Salad bowl' of India.