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26 Apr 2025
Full Length Tests
GS Paper 6
Day 47: Section-A (Short Answer Questions)
Q.1.Illustrate the seasonal classification of crops in Uttar Pradesh along with examples.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.2.‘The geographical condition of Bundelkhand, coupled with intensified dried spells, has created challenges for food security in the region.’ Comment.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.3.Highlight the salient features of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor Project (UPDIC). Mention its significance in the development of Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.4.Highlight the main features of the ‘Invest UP’ initiative of the Uttar Pradesh government.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.5.Highlight the current policy and initiatives of the Uttar Pradesh government for the development of sports in the state.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.6.In the context of Uttar Pradesh emerging as a major technology and electronics hub in India, examine the role and vision of Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) in the state.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.7.Identify the major rivers originating in the Himalayas and Vindhya ranges and flowing through Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.8.Write a note on mineral resources found in Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.9.Discuss the role of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the economic development of Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.10. Give a brief note on the various geological rock structures found in Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 125 words)
Section-B (Long Answer Questions)
Q.11. What obstacles does Uttar Pradesh encounter while striving to achieve consistent and sustainable economic growth?
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.12.Highlight the major issues related to climate change in Uttar Pradesh. Discuss the initiatives being taken by the government to deal with it.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.13. Analyze the industrial policies of the Uttar Pradesh government. Also, suggest some innovative measures to boost industrial development in the state.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.14. Comment on the status of human development indicators in Uttar Pradesh. Also, highlight the efforts of the state government in this regard.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.15. Comment on the present health infrastructure of Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.16. Comment on the role of the Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in the overall growth and development of agriculture in Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.17. What is land degradation? Discuss its status in Uttar Pradesh, mentioning some reform initiatives.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.18. What are the major types of vegetation found in Uttar Pradesh? Highlight its role in the economy of the state.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.19. Comment on the energy resource management of the Uttar Pradesh government. Also, highlight the efforts of the government to increase solar energy production in the state.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.20. Give an account of the irrigation facilities in Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 200 words)
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25 Apr 2025
Full Length Tests
GS Paper 5
Day 46: Section-A (Short Answer Questions)
Q.1. Explaining the importance of archaeological pieces of evidence in Uttar Pradesh, discuss the extent of the early human settlements in the state.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.2.Govind Ballabh Pant was the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. Discuss his contributions in the making of modern Uttar Pradesh.(Answer in 125 words)
Q.3.Write a note on the development of Kathak as a classical dance form of Uttar Pradesh.(Answer in 125 words)
Q.4.Highlight the importance of Kannauj during the pre-medieval history of India.(Answer in 125 words)
Q.5.What are the issues related to the modern social structure of rural Uttar Pradesh?
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.6.Highlight the major characteristics of architecture developed in the Awadh region.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.7.Explain the role and functioning of the State Election Commission (SEC) along with the service conditions of the State Election Commissioner.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.8.Discuss the role of the Lokayukta of Uttar Pradesh and the steps that need to be taken to make the office effective and efficient.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.9. Give an account of major schemes/initiatives to promote primary/school education in Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 125 words)
Q.10. Highlight the importance of lower courts for fast and affordable justice delivery in Uttar Pradesh. Give some innovative suggestions to make them more efficient.
(Answer in 125 words)
Section-B (Long Answer Questions)
Q.11. Discuss the role of the Sharqi dynasty in the development of art and culture in Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.12. Give an account of socio-religious reform movements during British rule in Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.13. A population with skills is a resource for the state. In light of this statement, discuss the steps taken by the Uttar Pradesh government to channelize the Demographic Dividend of the state.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.14. What is public policy? Highlight its role in the socioeconomic development of Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.15. Give an account of the major languages and Dialects of Uttar Pradesh. Elaborate on areas, texts, and important writers of at least two of them.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.16. Write a short note on the following in the context of Uttar Pradesh:
(a) Bundelkhand Circuit
(b) Ramayana Circuit
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.17. Discuss the significance of Local Self Government in bringing democratic decentralization in Uttar Pradesh. Elucidate the structure of the Panchayati Raj system in the state.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.18. Give a cultural account of the major tribal groups of Uttar Pradesh.
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.19.What are the current issues related to law and order in Uttar Pradesh? How can the police commisonrate system help to maintain law and order efficiently?
(Answer in 200 words)
Q.20.Critically analyze the requirement of the Uttar Pradesh Special Security Force (UPSSF).
(Answer in 200 words)
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24 Apr 2025
Full Length Tests
Geography
Day 45: Section-A (Short Answer Questions)Q.1.Illustrate the role of ethics in public relationships.(Answer in 125 words)Q.2.‘Family is the first and most important institution in inculcating values in human beings’. Discuss with proper arguments.(Answer in 125 words)Q.3.Discuss the importance of political attitude for a civil servant.(Answer in 125 words)Q.4.Highlight the relevance of the following civil services values:(a)Objectivity(b)Empathy(Answer in 125 words)Q.5.What is emotional intelligence? Highlight its relevance for civil servants in a welfare state.(Answer in 125 words)Q.6.Define Probity. Highlight its role in governance.(Answer in 125 words)Q.7. ‘If you shut the door to all errors, the truth will be shut out’. Illustrate the above statement of Ravindra Nath Tagore in reference to the strengthening of probity in governance.(Answer in 125 words)Q.8.Define Work Culture. Examine its importance in the success of any organization.(Answer in 125 words)Q.9.Discuss the major ethical challenges in corporate governance. Support your answer with relevant examples.(Answer in 125 words)Q.10.The Right to Information Act proved to be the strongest tool not only against corruption but also for citizens’ empowerment. Elucidate.(Answer in 125 words)Section-B (Long Answer Questions)Q.11. Define aptitude and discuss its role in developing values.(Answer in 200 words)Q.12. What is an ‘ethical dilemma in governance’? Highlight its importance for a civil servant?(Answer in 200 words)Q.13.Highlight the major contemporary ethical issues in international relationships. Discuss the global efforts that have been made in mitigating such issues.(Answer in 200 words)Q.14. Examine the utility of Gandhiji’s principle of trusteeship in the eradication of corruption.(Answer in 200 words)Q.15. Explain the concept of the Citizen’s Charter and its significance in promoting good governance.(Answer in 200 words)Q. 16. What is the difference between Social influence and Persuasion? How do these attributes help a civil servant in controlling mob violence?(Answer in 200 words)Q.17. You are a Municipal Corporation Commissioner of City A, which has been under heavy rainfall over the last few days. The wall of one of the housing societies collapsed, which led to the deaths of 40 people and many injuries.On the preliminary inquiry, it has been found that despite inappropriate soil conditions, permission to construct the housing society was given by the previous Municipal Commissioner, who is your close friend. Also, irregularities in construction materials have been found, and the other officials in the department are trying to influence or manipulate you. The builder is a close relative of one of the most powerful leaders of the party in power and is trying to threaten you. In light of the above circumstances, what are the ethical issues involved, and suggest a course of action you would like to follow?(Answer in 200 words)Q.18.You are posted as the District Health Officer in a tribal region of Madhya Pradesh. The government has launched a maternal health initiative in your district to improve prenatal care and reduce infant and maternal mortality rates. The scheme includes regular health checkups for pregnant women, distribution of iron and folic acid tablets, and institutional deliveries in government hospitals.However, a majority of the tribal population in your district still relies on traditional midwives and home births. They are skeptical of modern medicine, often influenced by local myths and superstitions. Further, female mobility is restricted, and many husbands resist their wives visiting hospitals. Your health staff, many of whom are outsiders to the tribal culture, are facing resistance and even hostility during outreach efforts.What steps will you take to:Motivate and train your staff to engage sensitively and effectively with the community?Ensure the successful and ethical implementation of the government scheme?(Answer in 200 words)Q.19.Illustrate the following statement.‘One’s actions possess moral worth only when one does his duty for its own sake. ’ – Immanuel Kant.(Answer in 200 words)Q.20. Differentiate between the code of ethics and the code of conduct with examples.(Answer in 200 words)
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23 Apr 2025
Full Length Tests
GS Paper 3
Day 44: Section-A (Short Answer Questions)Q.1. What do you mean by inclusive growth? How is it a game-changing strategy to address inequality in India?(Answer in 125 words)Q.2. Discuss the role of various allied farming practices in enhancing the income of the farmers.(Answer in 125 words)Q.3. What is Money Laundering? How has it emerged as one of the biggest threats to the internal security of India?(Answer in 125 words)Q.4. What are the components of Fiscal Policy? How does it help to increase investment in the economy?(Answer in 125 words)Q.5.‘The impact of environmental changes is more visible in urban areas.’ Illustrate with examples.(Answer in 125 words)Q.6. Highlight the role of NITI Aayog in economic decentralization in India.(Answer in 125 words)Q.7. ‘The pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals is the most revered target for modern global society’. Comment.(Answer in 125 words)Q.8. What are the major changes that have been made in the Industrial Policy after the economic reforms of 1991 in India?(Answer in 125 words)Q.9. What are intellectual property rights (IPR) and digital rights? Highlight the issues related to them in India.(Answer in 125 words)Q.10. What do you mean by the term ’Biotechnology’? Highlight its importance in special reference to the growing pharmaceutical industry in India?(Answer in 125 words)Section-B (Long Answer Questions)Q.11. Highlight the importance of the Public Distribution System (PDS) to control the price fluctuation of food produced. Also, mention its structural setup.(Answer in 200 words)Q.12. Highlight the role of Higher Defence Organisations (HDO) in the Indian security system. Give an example of at least two such organisations with their organisational setup.(Answer in 200 words)Q.13.What are the important features of the Biodiversity Act of 2002? What amendments will you suggest to cope with the contemporary threats to biodiversity in India?(Answer in 200 words)Q.14.Highlight the role of technology-based solutions in mitigating the impact of disasters in India.(Answer in 200 words)Q.15.What are the different factors responsible for the growing inflation in India? What measures are being adopted to control it?(Answer in 200 words)Q.16. Assess the impact of the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises scheme on the growth of small-scale food processing units in India. How does this scheme contribute to the overall development of the sector?(Answer in 200 words)Q.17. Despite rising literacy rates and scientific advancements, extremism in India continues to grow. What are the underlying reasons for this trend? How is it affecting the social fabric of the nation?(Answer in 200 words)Q.18. How has the use of e-technology transformed agricultural practices in India? Also, highlight the issues related to it.(Answer in 200 words)Q.19. With reference to the strengthening of internal trade and economic activities, highlight the role of Inland Waterways. What initiatives have been taken by the government of India in this regard?(Answer in 200 words)Q.20. Analyze the contributions of India’s Chandrayaan missions to space exploration and assess their impact on India’s space program.(Answer in 200 words)
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22 Apr 2025
Full Length Tests
GS Paper 2
Day 43: Section-A (Short Answer Questions)
Q.1. Highlight the characteristics of the Indian Federal structure. What are the major issues related to it? (Answer in 125 words)
Q.2. Discuss the role of the Finance Commission in Centre-State financial relations. Do you agree that it should be given a permanent status? (Answer in 125 words)
Q.3.Discuss the structure and mandates of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). What are the current issues related to it? (Answer in 125 words)
Q.4. What are the recent challenges are being faced by the Local Self-Government in terms of their functionality? Suggest some measures to address these challenges. (Answer in 125 words)Q.5.‘Governor in all his/her functions is a mere puppet of union government’. Critically analyze the statement. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.6.How far the Russia-Ukraine war affecting India’s strategic and economic interests? Elaborate. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.7.What are the main areas of cooperation within BRICS? Highlight the challenges associated with it. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.8.Explain the procedure of the Vice-President’s election in India, highlighting the constitutional provisions and the significance of the electoral college involved. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.9.Uniform Civil Code (UCC) with reference to the Indian society is the need of time’. Elucidate.(Answer in 125 words)
Q.10.Critically examine the system of judicial review provided in the Constitution of India. How is it different from the American system of judicial review? (Answer in 125 words)
Section-B (Long Answer Questions)
Q.11. What is the basic principle of the Alternate Dispute Redressal (ADR) mechanism? Discuss the different ADR mechanisms used in the Indian judicial system. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.12.Highlight the role of NITI Aayog in achieving the vision of New India. How is it enhancing the concept of co-operative federalism in India? (Answer in 200 words)
Q.13.Highlight the necessity of reforms in the procedure of election in India. What amendments should be incorporated in the Representation of Peoples Act (RPA) to achieve these reforms? (Answer in 200 words)
Q.14. Critically assess the evolving role of the QUAD as a strategic coalition in the Indo-Pacific region. How does its emergence align with and advance India’s geopolitical and economic interests? (Answer in 200 words)
Q.15.Highlight India’s interest associated with the South China Sea. How the Act East Policy can be strategically helpful for India in this region? (Answer in 200 words)
Q.16. Discuss the acquisition and termination provisions related to Indian citizenship enacted under Citizenship Act, 1955. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.17. Discuss the recent issues between India and European Union in terms of trade and economic cooperation. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.18. In the backdrop of evolving regional dynamics, critically examine the major areas of cooperation between India and Bangladesh. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.19. ‘Right to Information Act empowers citizens to be stakeholder in the transparency of governance.’ Comment. (Answer in 200 words)
Q. 20. Examine the key initiatives undertaken by the Indian government to address challenges and enhance the use of Information Technology across various domains of public administration. (Answer in 200 words)
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21 Apr 2025
Full Length Tests
GS Paper 1
Day 42: Section-A (Short Answer Questions)
Q.1.Highlight major features of the different art forms of the Harappan Civilization. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.2.‘The idea of cultural continuity is being always present in the Indian society. Comment. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.3.India’s blue economy is unlocking the sea of opportunities. In this context, discuss the oceanic resources of India and its potential. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.4.Highlight the factors responsible for the localization of Iron and Steel Industries in India. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.5. How does the socialist movement affect the national freedom movement? Discuss the contribution of socialist leaders in the Indian freedom struggle. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.6.Germany's actions and policies were significant factors in both World War I and World War II, but attributing sole responsibility is nuanced. Critically examine. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.7.‘The policy of economic liberalization not only changed the economic scenario but also the socio-cultural practices of the country. ’ Examine. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.8. Highlight the major features of Gupta art. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.9.Highlight the issues related to the rapid urbanization in India. Suggest some innovative remedies regarding it. (Answer in 125 words)
Q.10."Empowered women empower society." Examine this statement in the light of the changing socio-economic status of women in India. (Answer in 125 words)
Section-B (Long Answer Questions)
Q.11.Socio-religious reform movements during the 19th century were the background for emerging nationalism in India. Comment. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.12.What were the challenges before the post-Independence unification of India? Also, highlight the role of Vallabh Bhai Patel in achieving this unification. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.13. Discuss the efforts made for the upliftment of women in the nineteenth century. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.14. Discuss the development of the press under British India and underline its contribution to increasing the feeling of nationalism. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.15. Discuss the key principles of plate tectonic theory. Explain its role in the formation of the Himalayas. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.16."Refugees face multifaceted problems, and so does the host country.” Analyze the major challenges associated with refugees in the Indian context. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.17. Explain the formation of Monsoon in the Indian Ocean. Why is it known as the lifeline for the Indian subcontinent? (Answer in 200 words)
Q.18.Describe the soil distribution in India. (Answer in 200 words)
Q.19. Evils like communalism and regionalism are breaking the social fabric of India. Comment. (Answer in 200 words)
Q. 20. Illustrate the contributions of Gandhian ideologies in the Indian freedom struggle. (Answer in 200 words)
