Civil Services Prep

Comment on the resource potentials of the long coastline of India and highlight the status of natural hazard preparedness in these areas.

Model answer

  1. How did the colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression? 15 marks
  2. Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism. 15 marks
  3. From being net food importer in 1960s, India has emerged as a net food exporter to the world. Provide reasons. 15 marks
  4. Identify and discuss the factors responsible for diversity of natural vegetation in India. Assess the significance of wildlife sanctuaries in rain forests regions of India. 15 marks
  5. What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence Indian society? 15 marks
  6. Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static? 15 marks