Category: Mains Practice Questions

Q. Identify and discuss the factors responsible for diversity of natural vegetation in India. Assess the significance of wildlife sanctuaries in rain forest regions of India. (250 words, 15 Marks)

Q. What are the forces that influence ocean currents? Describe their role in the fishing industry of the world. [250 Words, 15 Marks]

Q. Why is the South-West Monsoon called ‘Purvaiya’ (easterly) in Bhojpur Region? How has this directional seasonal wind system influenced the cultural ethos of the region? (150 words, 10 Marks)

Q. How are the fjords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world? (150 words, 10 Marks)

Q. “The Himalayas are highly prone to landslides.” Discuss the causes and suggest suitable measures of mitigation. [250 Words, 15 Marks]

Q. ‘The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well for India.’ What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples to support your   answer. (250 words, 15 marks)

Q. Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the West. Describe its economic and political benefits for India. (150 words, 10 marks)

Q. Can the vicious cycle of gender inequality, poverty and malnutrition be broken through microfinancing of women SHGs? Explain with examples. (150 words, 10 marks)

Q. “Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance”. In this context, suggest reforms in Civil Service for Strengthening Democracy. (150 words, 10 marks)

Q. In the integrity index of Transparency International, India stands very low. Discuss briefly the legal, political, economic, social and cultural factors that have caused the decline of public morality in India. (250 words, 15 Marks)

Q. What do you mean by Minimum Support Price (MSP)? How will MSP rescue the farmers from the low income trap? (150 words, 10 Marks)

Q. Why is Public Private Partnership (PPP) required in infrastructural projects? Examine the role of PPP model in the redevelopment of Railway Stations in India. (150 words, 10 Marks)