Loading...
Loading...
Paper
GS-I
Question
Q19
Marks
12.5M
Word Limit
250W
Directive: Comment
Give your considered opinion, backed by reasoning and evidence.
Structure (12.5 marks · about 250 words)
This sub-point (Geographical features and their location) has been asked 1 time since 2013
Write your answer above, then get it evaluated free by the AWE Bot or train daily with the Sherlocking Mains programme.
Paper
GS Paper I: Indian Heritage, History, Geography & Society
Subtopic
Geographical features and their location
Source
Official UPSC 2016 paper (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.; geographical features and their location; changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes.
Questions frequently practiced alongside this one by UPSC aspirants
Though not very useful from the point of view of a connected political history of South India, the Sangam literature portrays the social and economic conditions of its time with remarkable vividness. Comment.
(a) Discuss the 'Tandava' dance as recorded in early Indian inscriptions. (100 words) (b) Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss. (100 words)
Defying the barriers of age, gender and religion, the Indian women became the torch-bearer during the struggle for freedom in India. Discuss.
Several foreigners made India their homeland and participated in various movements. Analyze their role in the Indian struggle for freedom.
"In many ways, Lord Dalhousie was the founder of modern India." Elaborate.
This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2016 GS-I question from the "Geophysical Phenomena & Geography Features" area of the official syllabus. It carries 12.5 marks with a 250-word limit.
For a 12.5-mark question with a 250-word limit, decode the directive verb first, then structure your answer with a crisp introduction, 2–3 substantiated body points, and a forward-looking conclusion within the limit.