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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights Mini SECURE: 24 January 2026

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General Studies – 1

Q1. “Vande Mataram represents the cultural synthesis of nationalism and artistic expression in modern India”. Evaluate this assertion. Also explain its historical significance. (10 M)

Q2. Analyse the role of parental presence in shaping a child’s emotional and moral development. Examine the social factors that limit such presence today. (10 M)

Q3. “The rise of AI companions reflects a deeper transformation in the nature of social relationships rather than merely a technological shift”. Examine this statement in the context of changing patterns of loneliness. Analyse its implications for contemporary society. (15 M)

General Studies – 2

Q4. “Indian cities suffer from a democratic deficit at the municipal level”. Bring out the basis of this statement. Identify the institutional causes behind it and evaluate its impact on urban governance outcomes. (15 M)

Q5. Assess the need for standard-setting in the functioning of legislative institutions in India. Evaluate the role of inter-legislative platforms in achieving this objective. (10 M)

General Studies – 3

Q6. Examine how public capital expenditure influences private investment decisions in India. Analyse its sectoral employment effects. Discuss the sustainability of this strategy under fiscal constraints. (15 M)

Q7. Assess India’s current growth trajectory amid prevailing global economic uncertainty. Explain the factors that underpin India’s relative economic resilience. Suggest policy measures required to sustain this resilience over the medium term. (15 M)

Q8. Discuss the need for aligning national sustainability reporting frameworks with evolving global climate disclosure standards. Examine the trade-offs involved for emerging economies like India. (10 M).

General Studies – 4

Q9. Identify the key determinants of ethical behaviour in individuals. Explain how these determinants interact in real-life situations. (10 M)

Q10. Examine the relevance of altruism as demonstrated by great leaders in shaping ethical public service. Analyse its limits in modern bureaucratic systems. (10 M)

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