UPPSC Mains GS III: Economy and Planning

2025

Section A · Q3 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Discuss the concept of unemployment in India as developed by National Sample Survey Office (NSSO).

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Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

How are digital payment systems promoting financial inclusion in India?

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

"Jobless Growth" is a major concern for the Indian economy. In this backdrop, analyze the reasons behind the "stagnation of employment elasticity" in the manufacturing sector.

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Section B · Q13 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Analyze the impact of global economic tensions and import-export obstacles on the Indian economy.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

"Investment in health and education forms the foundation of economic development." Explain the views of the Government of India in this context.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Assess the contribution of Startup schemes of the Government of India in technology transfer, economic growth and overall development of India.

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Section B · Q19 · UPPSC 2025 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

"Security is development and development is security." Analyze the symbiotic relationship from India's security perspective.

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2024

Section A · Q2 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Give a brief account of measures adopted by the Government to provide adequate credit to the farmers.

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Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

How does the New Economic Policy change the structure of employment in India? Evaluate.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

'India is experiencing the phase of population-dividend'. In this context, discuss the measures adopted by the Government to tackle appropriately the problem of unemployment in the country.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What are major initiatives of Government of India for promoting technology-based solutions for rural upliftment?

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Section A · Q7 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What is digital arrest? Which are the States most affected by the problem of digital arrest in India in the last three years? Mention the effective measures taken by the Government of India in this direction.

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Section A · Q9 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Mention the role of Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation in India's security set-up.

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Section B · Q11 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Does inclusive growth ensure social justice? Discuss. What steps have been taken by the Government of India for bringing inclusive growth with social justice? Elucidate your answer.

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Section B · Q12 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

"Budgets are half used if they serve only as planning device". Critically examine this statement.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Critically evaluate the strategy of poverty alleviation programmes in India, in recent years.

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Section B · Q17 · UPPSC 2024 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What are the ecologically sensitive areas in India? Mention the policies of the Government of India for their protection.

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2023

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Explain the budget-making process of the Government of India. Also explain the difference between plan expenditure and non-plan expenditure.

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Section A · Q7 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What are the key objectives of India’s moon mission program 'Chandrayaan-3'?

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Section B · Q11 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

State the important objectives of NITI Aayog. How are the principles and functions of NITI Aayog different from those of the Planning Commission? Comment.

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Section B · Q12 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Explain the concept of inclusive growth. What are the issues and challenges with inclusive growth in India? Explain.

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Section B · Q13 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Describe the various efforts being made in India to achieve the ‘Sustainable Development Goals’.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2023 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

“The Public Distribution System (PDS) has proved to be the most effective instrument of Government policy over the years in stabilizing prices and making food available to consumers at affordable prices.” Explain the statement.

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2022

Section A · Q3 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Explain the pillars of PM Gati Shakti Yojana. Do you think that it will create competitiveness and better connectivity? Discuss.

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Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Financial inclusion is a critical part of the development process to achieve social justice. Comment.

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Section A · Q5 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Evaluate the present industrial policy of the Government of India with special reference to ‘Make in India’ and ‘Stand up India’.

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Section A · Q8 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Examine the importance of ‘Defence Corridor Project’ being built in Uttar Pradesh.

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Section A · Q9 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Analyse Government of India's ‘Agniveer’ plan in the light of India's defence needs.

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Section B · Q11 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

“Inclusive growth has now become the central point of developmental strategy.” Discuss the statement in the context of India. Also suggest remedial actions to achieve this growth.

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Section B · Q12 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What is the role of skill development in a country's economic development? Highlight the objectives and main features of Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission, 2022.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2022 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What are the factors responsible for comparative poor development of Eastern Uttar Pradesh? Discuss and also suggest solutions for development of this region.

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2021

Section A · Q3 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

How does the strategy of inclusive growth intend to meet the objectives of inclusiveness and sustainability together? Explain.

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Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What is Sustainable Development Goal–2030? Discuss the relevance of different agendas associated with it.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What are the constraints in the development of infrastructural projects in Uttar Pradesh? Explain the steps taken by the State Government to remove the constraints.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Examine the impacts of new schemes introduced in the 2021–22 budget of the Uttar Pradesh State Government on the socio-economic system of the State.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What are the various types of unemployment? Examine the various steps taken by the government to overcome the problems of unemployment in India.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Discuss the growth of major industries in Uttar Pradesh and also highlight its various challenges.

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Section B · Q17 · UPPSC 2021 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Discuss the impact of lockdown on the Indian Economy and review the budgetary strategy for combating the recessionary trends in economy during this period.

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2020

Section A · Q1 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What do you understand by "leaving no one behind" with reference to sustainable development goals?

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Section A · Q2 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What are the objectives of NITI Aayog? Explain its three-years action plan.

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Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Explain the small-scale industries of Uttar Pradesh and discuss their role in the economy of the province.

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Section B · Q12 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Explain the welfare schemes of Uttar Pradesh Government and its role.

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Section B · Q13 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What are the major challenges in reducing poverty and inequality in India?

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What is meant by 'Line of Poverty'? Explain the 'Poverty Alleviation' Programme of India.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2020 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What are the objectives of National Manufacturing Policy? Critically examine the 'Make in India' and 'Start-up India' initiatives.

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2019

Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What do you mean by 'Inclusive Growth'? How is inclusive growth helpful in reducing poverty and inequalities in India? Explain.

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Section A · Q6 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Discuss how poverty is measured in India. Examine the steps taken to overcome rural poverty in India.

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Section A · Q10 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What are 'digital rights'? Discuss their objectives.

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Section B · Q13 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

How far can social media be utilized as a significant tool in strengthening national security? Explain.

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Section B · Q14 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

What is ‘new’ in the New Industrial Policy? In this context, state the features of the new industrial policy and explain its effects on industrial growth.

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Discuss to what extent the policy of economic growth with equality and distributive justice has been successful in fulfilling the objectives of inclusive growth in India.

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Section B · Q16 · UPPSC 2019 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Critically explain the issue of educated unemployment in Uttar Pradesh.

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2018

Section A · Q1 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Evaluate the effects of globalization on industrial development in India.

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Section A · Q2 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Describe the targets of energy generation through renewable energy sources in accordance with National Energy Policy 2017 drafted by NITI Aayog.

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Section A · Q3 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

Throw light on the ‘Pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in India’.

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Section A · Q4 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS3 · 8 marks · Solution

What is Pradhanmantri Kisan Sampada (SAMPADA) Yojana? Mention its objectives and provisions.

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Section B · Q11 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Examine the major provisions of U.P. Skill Development Mission. Mention the status of its implementation.

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Section B · Q12 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Write a note on the “Problem of Equilibrium between Economic Development and Carbon Emission.”

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Section B · Q15 · UPPSC 2018 · UPGS3 · 12 marks · Solution

Explain the inter-regional disparities in economic development of Uttar Pradesh and discuss the factors acting as obstacles in the development of backward regions.

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