UPPSC Mains GS I: Indian Society

2025

Section A · Q2 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

"Women's issue was a major concern in the socio-religious reform movements of 19th century India." Explain.

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Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Does globalization lead to both cultural integration and cultural conflict? Elucidate.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

What is the relationship between illiteracy and poverty in the context of developmental issues in rural India? Critically evaluate.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Regionalism in modern India is both a challenge and an opportunity. Clarify.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Discuss the socio-economic problems associated with urbanization. What structural measures are necessary for sustainable urban development?

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Critically evaluate the impact of modernisation and westernisation on traditional Indian values.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

What are the visible effects of globalization on family, marriage and kinship system? Analyse with reference to the Indian society.

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2024

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Discuss the impacts of Globalisation on Indian Society.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Explain the contribution of women’s organisations in the development of Indian rural society.

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Section A · Q9 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

What is smart city? Describe its main characteristics.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Indian society is known for its uniqueness and cultural diversity. Discuss.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Discuss the causes and consequences of poverty.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

How is the growing regionalism in India affecting the economy and polity? Explain.

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Section B · Q17 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

'Population explosion is a serious challenge to India's holistic development.' – Examine the statement.

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Section B · Q18 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Throw light on the concept of smart village in India and describe the main features of smart village.

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Section B · Q19 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Biodiversity conservation of forest and water bodies in India is essential to maintain ecological balance. Elucidate in detail.

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2023

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

What kind of hindrances do regionalism create in the development of India?

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

'Unemployment is the only cause for the prevalent poverty in India' – Comment.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Do you agree with the statement that crime against women in India is increasing?

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Evaluate the role of woman organisations in woman empowerment.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

The process of urbanization leads to development or devastation in the society. Write your views.

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2022

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Discuss the causes of population explosion in India and give suggestions to combat this problem.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Evaluate the role of Information Technology and Internet in social empowerment.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Throw light on the factors of continuity and change in Indian Society.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Define Globalization and Privatization. Discuss their objectives.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Caste alliances emanate from secular and political factors and do not spring from primordial identities. Discuss.

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2021

Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Do you agree that urbanization and slums are inseparable? Explain.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Examine how regionalism affects national integration.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Why is social empowerment of women necessary for inclusive development? Elaborate in detail.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Define globalization. Assess its impacts on rural social structure in India.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Highlight the salient features of India’s Population Policy (2000). Suggest some measures for population stabilization.

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Section B · Q17 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Examine the nature of urbanization in India and discuss the social implications of the fast pace of urbanization.

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2020

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Describe the advantages of India being a composite culture society.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Critically examine the contributions of major women's organisations in contemporary India.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Critically examine whether growing population is the main cause of poverty or poverty is the main cause of population increase in India.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Critically examine the concept of nation and citizenship in context of communalism.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

What is Liberalization? How is it affecting the Indian social structure?

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2019

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Write a note on the role of urban planning for development of basic civic amenities in slums.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Evaluate the population growth and the role of women in population control in Uttar Pradesh.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Evaluate the main problems of the empowerment of Scheduled Tribes in India.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

'The politics of religion and ethnic violence is basically the politics of secularism and secularisation.' Critically analyse the statement.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Define urbanization. Discuss the problems caused by the fast pace of urbanization.

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2018

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

'Communal violence is instigated by religious fanatics, initiated by anti-social elements, supported by political activists, financed by vested interests.' Comment.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Evaluate the changing status of women in India.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Discuss the solution to urban problems.

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Section A · Q8 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS1 · 8 marks · Solution

Enumerate the core infrastructure elements for Smart City development.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

'Secularism as an orientation and a set of practices is indispensable to India's future as a liberal democracy.' Discuss.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

Discuss the impact of globalization on the status of women in Indian society by citing suitable examples.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS1 · 12 marks · Solution

What is globalization? Discuss its impact on the social structure of India.

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