gs1 2020
20 questions
Question #1
The rock-cut architecture represents one of the most important sources of our knowledge of early Indian art and history. Discuss.
Question #2
Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate.
Question #3
Evaluate the policies of Lord Curzon and their long term implications on the national movements.
Question #4
Discuss the geophysical characteristics of Circum-Pacific Zone.
Question #5
The process of desertification does not have climate boundaries. Justify with examples.
Question #6
How will the melting of Himalayan glaciers have a far-reaching impact on the water resources of India?
Question #7
Account for the present location of iron and steel industries away from the source of raw material, by giving examples.
Question #8
Has caste lost its relevance in understanding the multi-cultural Indian Society? Elaborate your answer with illustrations.
Question #9
COVID-19 pandemic accelerated class inequalities and poverty in India. Comment.
Question #10
Do you agree that regionalism in India appears to be a consequence of rising cultural assertiveness? Argue.
Question #11
Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and their art in India. Discuss.
Question #12
Persian literary sources of medieval India reflect the spirit of the age. Comment.
Question #13
Since the decade of the 1920s, the national movement acquired various ideological strands and thereby expanded its social base. Discuss.
Question #14
The interlinking of revivers can provide viable solutions to the multi-dimensional inter-related problems of droughts, floods and interrupted navigation. Critically examine.
Question #15
Account for the huge flooding of million cities in India including the smart ones like Hyderabad and Pune. Suggest lasting remedial measures.
Question #16
India has immense potential of solar energy though there are regional variations in its developments. Elaborate.
Question #17
Examine the status of forest resources of India and its resultant impact on climate change.
Question #18
Is diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation? Justify your answer.
Question #19
Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree?
Question #20
How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer.