Loading...
Loading...
Paper
GS-I
Question
Q24
Marks
10M
Word Limit
150W
Directive: Critically evaluate
Weigh the evidence on both sides and reach a supported judgement.
Structure (10 marks · about 150 words)
This sub-point (Distribution of key natural resources across the world) has been asked 29 times 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
Distribution of key natural resources across the world
Source
Official UPSC 2014 paper (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent); factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India).
Questions frequently practiced alongside this one by UPSC aspirants
How are climate change and the sea level rise affecting the very existence of many island nations? Discuss with examples.
Discuss the distribution and density of population in the Ganga River Basin with special reference to land, soil and water resources.
Discuss how the changes in shape and sizes of continents and ocean basins of the planet take place due to tectonic movements of the crustal masses.
What are Tsunamis? How and where are they formed? What are their consequences? Explain with examples.
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.
This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2014 GS-I question from the "Natural Resources & Industrial Location" area of the official syllabus. It carries 10 marks with a 150-word limit.
For a 10-mark question with a 150-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.