Mains Practice Questions

Q. Discuss the similarities and differences between the basic tenets of Buddhism and Jainism.

Q. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar made it possible to think of an end to, if not a beginning for, the profound inequities of caste in India. Comment. 

Q. COVID-19 pandemic accelerated class inequalities and poverty in India. Comment. (UPSC GS-1 Mains 2020)

Q. How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer. (UPSC GS-1 Mains 2020) (250 words) 

Q. Communalism is one of the most serious problems that India faces today. Critically examine the factors responsible and suggest ways to deal with it. (250 words)

Q. Covid-19 looks like a “bend but won’t break crisis” for globalization. Discuss how isolationism forced by Covid-19 pandemic has paused the growth of globalisation in the world. (250 words)

Q. Urbanization has long been associated with human development and progress, but it has been observed that urban settings can also lead to significant inequalities and health problems. Discuss the statement. (250 words)

Q. "An essential condition to eradicate poverty is to bring women empowerment." Substantiate this statement with suitable examples. (250 words)

Q. Religion in India was never static in character but was driven by an inherent dynamic strength. Explain. (250 words)

Q. “India needs to address the challenge of engaging with modernity along with cultural preservation”. Discuss. (150 words)

Q. “The caste-based discrimination in India is different from the racial discrimination in the USA”. Evaluate. (250 Words)

Q. The phenomenon of reverse-migration poses various challenges in front of the administration. Discuss its overall impact on the economy and society. (250 words)

Q. Domestic abuse is one among many other social challenges posed by the conditions created by the pandemic. Discuss (250 words)

Q.Globalisation refers to the growing interdependence between different peoples, regions and countries in the world. Explain. (250 words)

Q.People should not be considered as a mere headcount but as citizens having certain basic rights. Discuss the significance and challenges associated with the census in India. (250 Words)

Q. Communalism was and continues to be one of the major challenges to democracy in our country. Critically examine. (250 Words)

Q. What do you understand by sex ratio? Examine the implications of a declining sex ratio and meta son preference? What are the reasons for such trends in India? (250 words)

Q . What is meant by the ‘age structure’ of a population? Why is it relevant for economic development and growth? (250 words)

Q.  The environmental problems are simultaneously linked with social problem. Discuss. (250 words)

Q. Examine the specificities of Indian culture and society. What are the changes that you observe in society over recent decades? (250 words)

Q. What do you understand by scheduled tribes? Examine the dilemma related to the development of the tribes in India. (250 words)

Q. Globalisation has changed the role of State. Critically evaluate its impact in the context of developing countries. (250 words)

Q. Throw light on the major environmental movements witnessed in India. Also, discuss the economic and identity issues associated with environmental movements. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the impact of the following on Indian society: 

1. Sanskritisation
2. Westernisation
3. Modernisation 

Q. Do you agree that the process of urbanisation if carried out in a planned, sustainable and inclusive manner, can potentially help India mitigate the impact of all-pervasive casteism? (250 words)

Q. Pre-Independence Women’s Movements were led and dominated by men. Critically examine. (250 words)

Q. What do you understand by Uniform Civil Code? Examine its relevance for a secular country like India and challenges in its implementation. (250 words)

Q. In India, language is not only a reflection of the diversity of the country but is also the carrier of the caste system, cultural oppressions and societal inequalities. Comment. (250 words)

Q. A focus on improving the condition of women of India can immensely contribute to poverty alleviation. Discuss. (250 words)

Q. “Indian democracy will disintegrate under the burden of caste, communalism, regionalism, economic disparities, linguistic jingoism and other economic challenges.” Examine the factors that contributed to Indian democracy’s resilience despite these challenges. (250 words)