UPSC Mains 2013

Major hot deserts in northern hemisphere are located between 20-30 degree north latitudes and on the western side of the continents. Why?

With growing scarcity of fossil fuels, the atomic energy is gaining more and more significance in India. Discuss the availability of raw material required for the generation of atomic energy in India and in the world.

The recent cyclone on the east coast of India was called "Phailin". How are the tropical cyclones named across the world?

It is said the India has substantial reserves of shale oil and gas, which can feed the needs of country for quarter century. However, tapping of the resources doesn't appear to be high on the agenda. Discuss critically the availability and issues involved.

Critically discuss the objectives of Bhoodan and Gramdan movements initiated by Acharya Vinoba Bhave and their success.

There is no formation of deltas by rivers of the Western Ghat. Why?

What do you understand by the theory of continental drift? Discuss the prominent evidences in its support.

Male membership needs to be encouraged in order to make women's organization free from gender bias. Comment.