UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam 2020 General Studies Paper 1 Question Asked.

Q.1) The rock-cut architecture represents one of the most important sources of our knowledge of early Indian art and history. Discuss. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.2) Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.3) Evaluate the policies of Lord Curzon and their long-term implications on the national movement. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.4) Discuss the geophysical characteristics of the Circum-Pacific zone. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.5) The process of desertification does not have climatic boundaries. Justify with examples. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.6) How will the melting of Himalayan glaciers have a far-reaching impact on the water resources of India? (Answer in 150 words)

Q.7) Account for the present location of the Iron and steel industries away from the source of raw material by giving examples. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.8) Has caste lost its relevance in understanding the multicultural Indian society? Elaborate your answer with illustrations. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.9) COVID-19 pandemic accelerated class inequalities and poverty in India. Comment (Answer in 150 words)

Q.10) Do you agree that regionalism in India appears to be a consequence of rising cultural assertiveness? Argue. (Answer in 150 words)

Q.11) Indian philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and art in India.Discuss (Answer in 250 words)

Q.12) Persian literary sources of medieval India reflect the spirit of the age. Comment? (Answer in 250 words)

Q.13) Since the 1920s, the national movement acquired various ideological strands and thereby expanded its social base. Discuss. (Answer in 250 words)

Q.14) The interlinking of rivers can provide viable solutions to the multidimensional interrelated problems of droughts, floods, and interrupted navigation. Critically examine (Answer in 250 words)

Q.15) Account for the huge flooding of million of cities in India, including the smart ones like Hyderabad and Pune. Suggest lasting remedial measures. (Answer in 250 words)

Q.16) India has immense potential of solar energy though there are regional variations in its development. ELaborate (Answer in 250 words)

Q.17) Examine the status of forest resources of India and its resultant impact on climate change. (Answer in 250 words)

Q.18) Is diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalization? Justify your answer. (Answer in 250 words)

Q.19) Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree? (Answer in 250 words)

Q.20) How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer. (Answer in 250 words)

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