UPSC Mains 2024 GS Paper 1 questions

20 questions from the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2024. Official UPSC paper (PDF) · Model answers · All GS Paper 1 PYQs

1. 1

   Underline the changes in the field of economy and society from Rig Vedic to later Vedic period.

   Art & Culture · 150 words · 10 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

2. 2

   Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of Art and literature of South Indla.

   Art & Culture · 150 words · 10 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

3. 3

   What were the events that led to the Quit India Movement? Point out its results.

   Modern History · 150 words · 10 marks

4. 4

   What is sea surface temperature rise? How does it affect the formation of tropical cyclones?

   Geography · 150 words · 10 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

5. 5

   Why do large cities tend to attract more migrants than smaller towns? Discuss in the light of conditions in developing countries.

   Indian Society · 150 words · 10 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

6. 6

   What is the phenomenon of ‘cloudbursts’? Explain.

   Geography · 150 words · 10 marks

7. 7

   What is the concept of a ‘demographic winter’? Is the world moving towards such a situation? Elaborate.

   Indian Society · 150 words · 10 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

8. 8

   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?

   Indian Society · 150 words · 10 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

9. 9

   Intercaste marriages between castes which have socio-economic parity have increased, to some extent, but this is less true of interreligious marriages. Discuss.

   Indian Society · 150 words · 10 marks

10. 10

    In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGOs and private sector would be most productive?

    Indian Society · 150 words · 10 marks

11. 11

    “Though the great Cholas are no more, yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture.” Comment.

    Art & Culture · 250 words · 15 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

12. 12

    How far is it correct to say that the First World War was fought essentially for the preservation of balance of power?

    World History · 250 words · 15 marks

13. 13

    How far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India?

    World History · 250 words · 15 marks

14. 14

    The groundwater potential of the gangetic valley is on a serious decline. How may it affect the food security of India?

    Geography · 250 words · 15 marks

15. 15

    What are aurora australia and aurora borealis? How are these triggered?

    Geography · 250 words · 15 marks

16. 16

    What is a twister? Why are the majority of twisters observed in areas around the Gulf of Mexico?

    Geography · 250 words · 15 marks

17. 17

    What is regional disparity? How does it differ from diversity? How serious is the issue of regional disparity in India?

    Indian Society · 250 words · 15 marks · Model answer & what aspirants miss

18. 18

    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.

    Indian Society · 250 words · 15 marks

19. 19

    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?

    Indian Society · 250 words · 15 marks

20. 20

    Critically analyse the proposition that there is a high correlation between India’s cultural diversities and socio-economic marginalities.

    Indian Society · 250 words · 15 marks