Civil Services Prep

Discuss whether the formation of new states in recent times is beneficial or not for the economy of India.

Model answer

  1. ‘Women’s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata.’ Substantiate your view. 15 marks
  2. Throw light on the significance of the thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi in the present times. 10 marks
  3. Assess the importance of the accounts of the Chinese and Arab travellers in the reconstruction of the history of India. 10 marks
  4. What are the consequences of the spreading of ‘Dead Zones’ on the marine ecosystem? 10 marks
  5. Why is India taking a keen interest in the Arctic region? 10 marks
  6. Define mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics. 10 marks