UP PCS Mains-2025

Q. How have India’s Act East and Neighbourhood First policies influenced its role in BIMSTEC over the past decade? (Answer in 200 words)

Q. Evaluate the role of civil services in ensuring good governance in India. What reforms are needed to improve their effectiveness in Indian democracy? (Answer in 200 words)

Q. Discuss the relationship between poverty and hunger in India. Illustrate with examples from recent government policies. (Answer in 200 words)

Q. Why is the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) often seen as ineffective in protecting human rights in India? (Answer in 125 words)

Q. Examine the role of women’s organizations in advocating for women’s rights in India. (Answer in 200 words)

Q. Define globalization. Has globalization led to cultural homogenization? Comment.
(Answer in 125 words)

Q. Critically evaluate the effect of “One Nation, One Election” on governance efficiency and federalism. (Answer in 125 words)

Q. “Our President is merely a nominal figurehead. He has no discretion; he has no powers of administration at all.” Critically comment. (Answer in 125 words)

Q. Discuss the consequences of casteism on the development of new India. (Answer in 125 words

Q. Discuss the significance of the Russian Revolution of 1917. (Answer in 125 words)

Q. “The Uniform Civil Code is the need of the hour.” Analyze the given statement. (Answer in 125 words)

Q. What is e-governance? Discuss their role in promoting citizen-centric governance in India and mention key initiatives. (Answer in 125 words)

Q. Give a detailed account of Gupta literature. (Answer in 125 words)

Q. Compare the contributions of moderates and extremists in the Indian National Congress during the early stages of the freedom struggle. (Answer in 125 words)