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Paper
GS-III
Question
Q12
Marks
10M
Word Limit
250W
Directive: Assess
Weigh the value or importance of the issue and reach a judgement.
Structure (10 marks · about 250 words)
This sub-point (Environmental impact assessment) has been asked 4 times since 2013
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Paper
GS Paper III: Economy, Science & Technology, Environment
Subtopic
Environmental impact assessment
Source
Official UPSC 2020 paper (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
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This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2020 GS-III question from the "Environment, Conservation & Pollution" area of the official syllabus. It carries 10 marks with a 250-word limit.
For a 10-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.