UPSC Mains question bank

GS1 · History · 15 marks

There were some common characteristics of the tribal uprisings even though they were separated from one another in time and space. Discuss.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

The pursuance of a foreign policy, guided by the interest of British imperialism often led to India’s conflicts with neighboring countries. Discuss.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

Mahatma Gandhi and Subhash Chandra Bose had a deep respect for one another despite their hugely differing ideologies.Comment

GS1 · History · 10 marks

Discuss the elements of colonial legacy in post-independent India.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

Discuss, in a nutshell, the causes of the downfall of the Mughal empire in India.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

In what ways the Non-cooperation movement was different from the civil disobedience movement. Discuss.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

Discuss how the policies of Jawaharlal Nehru helped in the nation-building and post-independence consolidation of India.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

The role played by B R Ambedkar has helped in nation-building and continues to have a prominent impact on the present Indian socio-economic-political setup. Discuss.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

What were the important features and achievements of the League of Nations. Also, illustrate the reasons for its failure.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

Discuss what led to the evolution of the Capitalist and the Socialist pattern of industrialization.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

During the Industrial revolution the deplorable working conditions of labourers especially for the women and children negated the sense of employment. Comment.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

What were the aims and objectives of the indian National Congress at the time of its inception? Discuss how far was it successfull to achieve the targets.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

The Socio-Religious reformers of the 19-20 th century aimed at modernization rather than westernization. Discuss.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

Indian nationalism grew partly as a result of colonial policies and partly as a reaction to colonial policies. Discuss.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

The roots of the disintegration of the Mughal empire may be found in the Indian economy and external incursions. Discuss.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

The Industrial Revolution was not only a technological revolution but a social-economic revolution that changed the way people lived afterwards.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

Discuss the role of Jawaharlal Nehru in post independence consolidation and nation building.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

Discuss the features of feudalism in India during the post-Mauryan period. How was it different from feudalism in Europe?

GS1 · History · 10 marks

Peasant movements of the twentieth century in India were deeply influenced by the ongoing struggle for national freedom. Discuss the important features of these movements.

GS1 · History · 15 marks

“The second World War was the result of nationalistic tensions, unresolved issues, and economic depression”. Discuss

GS1 · History · 15 marks

“Next to war, famine and pandemic the worst thing that can happen to agriculture is absentee-landlordism”. Analyse this statement with reference to the land revenue system of Britishers in India.

GS1 · History · 10 marks

The Quit India Movement deviated from the Gandhian ideology. Discuss

GS1 · History · 15 marks

“Though Swadeshi movement failed in achieving its immediate objective, yet it played a significant role in the Indian freedom struggle”. Discuss

GS1 · History · 10 marks

Why were people dissatisfied with British rule in the 1870s and 1880s?

GS1 · History · 15 marks

The First World War altered the economic and political situation in India. Comment.