Mains Practice Questions

Q. What were the main features and achievements of the Non-Cooperation Movement launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920? How did it affect the Indian freedom struggle? (250 words)

Q. Analyze the factors that led to the rise and decline of the Indus Valley Civilization. What are the major contributions of this civilization to human history? (250 words)

Q. Discuss the impact of globalization on the diversity and pluralism of Indian society. Give suitable examples to support your answer. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the impact of regionalism on national integration and governance in India. (150 words)

Q. How did the existing architecture in India evolve with the arrival of Islamic rule in India? (250 words)

Q. What is urban heat island effect and what are its causes and consequences? Suggest some measures to mitigate the urban heat island effect in Indian cities. (150 words)

Q. Examine the distinguishing features of Dravidian temple architecture and analyze the significant role played by the Chola Dynasty in shaping this architectural style. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the significance of Chausath Yogini Architecture in the Indian temple tradition. How does it reflect the socio-cultural and religious aspects of the era in which it was built? (150 Words)

Q. Discuss the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and its impact on the climate and weather patterns of the Indian Ocean region. Examine the potential socio-economic and environmental consequences of positive and negative phases of IOD. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the impacts of permafrost thawing on global climate change and its implications. Suggest measures to mitigate the adverse effects of permafrost thawing. (150 Words)

Q. Discuss the significance of role of women in combating climate change. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the role of the Carnatic Wars in shaping the political landscape of 18th century India, with specific reference to the British East India Company. (150 Words)

Q. Cyclones are natural disasters that pose significant threats to coastal regions. Discuss the formation, characteristics, and impact of cyclones. (250 Words)

Q. Discuss the major tectonic and climatic factors responsible for the formation and evolution of the seven continents. How has geological history and plate tectonic movements shaped their physical and environmental characteristics?

Q. Discuss the similarities and differences in Tilak’s and Gandhi's approach to the Indian freedom struggle.

Q. Discuss the impact of the Bhakti movement on Indian society and culture. (150 words)

Q. Assess the significance of the French Revolution on the world stage. How did it change the course of modern history? (250 words)

Q. What is karst topography? Describe its characteristics and significance. (250 words)

Q. What was the significance of the Treaty of Versailles in shaping the post-World War I world order? (150 words)

Q. Indian society has a deep-rooted history of caste-based discriminations. Discuss the contributions made by Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar in order to address this menace. (250 words)

Q. What was Mahatma Gandhi's contribution to the Indian freedom struggle and how did his ideologies and tactics shape the course of India's struggle for independence? (250 words)

Q. Discuss the impact of El Nino and La Nina on global weather patterns, and how do they affect the economy of countries in the tropics? (150 words)

Q. With reference to the recent incidents of land subsidence and landslides in the Himalayan states, what role do developmental activities play in the occurrence of such events? (150 words)

Q. How did the Industrial Revolution impact society and the economy in Europe and North America? (150 words)

Q. Explain the development of the Indian classical dance forms, and their status as a global dance form. How has it evolved over time, and what are the different forms that exist today? (250 words)

Q. Indian folk art and crafts have a rich cultural heritage that showcases the diversity of Indian culture. Discuss (150 words)

Q. How did the partition of India impact Indian society, politics, and international relations? Discuss the causes, consequences, and aftermath of the partition. (250 words)

Q. How do geographical factors contribute to the formation of monsoon winds in India, and what is the impact of these winds on the region's climate and economy? (250 words)

Q.What were the main factors that led to the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization?(150 Words)

Q. Examine the  challenges faced by India’s education system in  providing quality education to all its citizens.(250 Words)