UPSC Mains 2023 GS1 Previous Year Questions

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1. PYQ 01 · Does urbanization lead to more segregation and/or marginalization of the poor in Indian metropolises?
2. PYQ 02 · Explain why suicide among young women is increasing in Indian society.
3. PYQ 03 · Bring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries of the world.
4. PYQ 04 · Child cuddling is now being replaced by mobile phones. Discuss its impact on the socialization of children.
5. PYQ 05 · From being net food importer in 1960s, India has emerged as a net food exporter to the world. Provide reasons.
6. PYQ 06 · Why did human development fail to keep pace with economic development in India?
7. PYQ 07 · How are the fjords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world?
8. PYQ 08 · Why is the world today confronted with a crisis of availability of and access to freshwater resources?
9. PYQ 09 · 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?
10. PYQ 10 · Comment on the resource potentials of the long coastline of India and highlight the status of natural hazard preparedness in these areas.
11. PYQ 11 · 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.
12. PYQ 12 · Explain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India.
13. PYQ 13 · What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society ?
14. PYQ 14 · Discuss the consequences of climate change on the food security in tropical countries.
15. PYQ 15 · What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features are still prevailing in Indian society?
16. PYQ 16 · Do you think marriage as a sacrament is loosing its value in Modern India?
17. PYQ 17 · What was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Ranbindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism?
18. PYQ 18 · Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.
19. PYQ 19 · How did the colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression?
20. PYQ 20 · Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?