UPSC Mains 2015

Explain the factors responsible for the origin of ocean currents. How do they influence regional climates, fishing and navigation?

Discuss the changes in the trends of labour migration within and outside India in the last four decades.

India is well endowed with fresh water resources. Critically examine why it still suffers from water scarcity.

Discuss the positive and negative effects of globalization on women in India.

Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata are the three mega cities of the country but the air pollution is much more serious problem in Delhi as compared to the other two. Why is this so?

Describe any four cultural elements of diversity in India and rate their relative significance in building a national identity.

Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment.

To what extent can Germany be held responsible for causing the two World Wars? Discuss critically