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General Studies – 1
Q1. Explore the development of Hindustani classical music under Mughal patronage. How did it reflect both continuity and innovation? (10 M)
Q2. Trace the evolution of fort architecture in India from the Rajput hill forts to Mughal fortifications. Analyse the interplay of military needs and aesthetic considerations. (15 M)
General Studies – 2
Q3. Micro-level administrative reorganisation can deepen democracy but may also fragment governance. Discuss. (15 M)
Q4. Critically assess the World Trade organization’s effectiveness in safeguarding trade interests against unilateral protectionist measures. Examine India’s experience and outcomes in WTO dispute settlement cases. Suggest reforms to enhance the credibility and efficiency of multilateral trade governance. (15 M)
Q5. Shifting global economic alignments necessitate adaptive bilateral and multilateral diplomacy. In light of recent developments, analyse India’s outreach to Russia and China against the backdrop of U.S. tariff measures. (10 M)
General Studies – 3
Q6. Explain the significance of India’s recent sovereign credit rating upgrade. Analyse its potential impact on foreign portfolio and direct investment inflows. Evaluate the long-term implications for the country’s external debt sustainability. (15 M)
Q7. India’s livestock sector is both a nutritional backbone and a livelihood safety net, yet structural inefficiencies persist. Comment. (10 M)
Q8. Why is India accelerating its shift towards the E20 fuel mandate? Discuss its expected advantages and the key challenges in its implementation. (10 M)
General Studies – 4
Q9. Unchecked disrespect towards public offices erodes the social contract between citizen and State. Examine this in the context of ethics in public life and also suggest corrective mechanisms. (10 M)
Q10. The perception of inevitability of corruption is as dangerous as corruption itself. Discuss in the context of citizens’ reluctance to report bribery cases. (10 M)
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