UPSC Mains PYQs: Society
Every UPSC Mains previous year question on Society, across GS 1, 2, 3 and Ethics — each with a detailed model answer, diagrams, flowcharts and structured answer writing.
Does tribal development in India centre around two axes, those of displacement and rehabilitation? Give your opinion.
Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture?
The ethos of civil service in India stand for the combination of professionalism with nationalistic consciousness – Elucidate.
'Achieving sustainable growth with emphasis on environmental protection could come into conflict with poor people's needs in a country like India – Comment.
How do you account for the growing fast food industries given that there are increased health concerns in modern society? Illustrate your answer with the Indian experience.
How does smart city in India, address the issues of urban poverty and distributive justice?
Why do large cities tend to attract more migrants than smaller towns? Discuss in the light of conditions in developing countries.
Intercaste marriages between castes which have socio-economic parity have increased, to some extent, but this is less true of interreligious marriages. Discuss.
Critically analyse the proposition that there is a high correlation between India's cultural diversities and socio-economic marginalities.
What is the concept of a 'demographic winter'? Is the world moving towards such a situation? Elaborate.
In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGO's and private sector would be most productive?
Globalization has increased urban migration by skilled, young, unmarried women from various classes. How has this trend impacted upon their personal freedom and relationship with family?
Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the Constitution. Comment.
What is regional disparity? How does it differ from diversity? How serious is the issue of regional disparity in India?
Distinguish between gender equality, gender equity and women's empowerment. Why is it important to take gender concerns into account in programme design and implementation?
Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.
Do you think marriage as a sacrament in losing its value in Modern India?
Child cuddling is now being replaced by mobile phones. Discuss its impact on the socialization of children.
Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?
Does urbanization lead to more segregation and/or marginalization of the poor in Indian metropolises?