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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights Mini SECURE: 26 July 2025

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General Studies – 1

Q1. Why is it important to preserve and promote vernacular languages in a globalised world? Analyse their role in sustaining social cohesion. What challenges exist in balancing local pride with global aspirations? (15 M)

Q2. The stigma attached to women who speak out reflects not just societal apathy but systemic denial. Discuss how character assassination and disbelief obstruct justice for sexual harassment survivors. Evaluate how this impacts broader gender empowerment. (10 M)

Q3. Pricing natural resources like groundwater is necessary, but insufficient for sustainability”. Do you agree? Evaluate the challenges and benefits of using economic instruments for groundwater management. (10 M)

General Studies – 2

Q4. How does the Opposition’s role in parliamentary agenda-setting enhance executive accountability? Explain the tools available to the Opposition to scrutinise and influence the executive. Outline measures to enhance the effectiveness of the Opposition in Parliament. (15 M)

Q5. Examine the strategic evolution of India–Nepal relations in the 21st century. What are the major drivers of convergence and causes of divergence? Suggest a framework for long-term bilateral stability. (15 M)

General Studies – 3

Q6. Peninsular Indian states risk a middle-income trap due to unequal participation in growth. Examine its causes. Analyse the fiscal and social impacts. Also suggest inclusive growth strategies. (15 M)

Q7. Corporate tax cuts aimed at stimulating growth often entail substantial fiscal trade-offs. Examine the rationale behind recent corporate tax reductions. Assess their impact on public revenue mobilisation. (10 M)

Q8. India’s EV success may turn into an environmental paradox unless charging is decarbonized. Assess the systemic challenges of grid decarbonization. Outline key reforms needed to enable clean EV charging. (10 M)

General Studies – 4

Q9. Define abuse of power in the context of public administration. What ethical safeguards can prevent such abuse in public service? (10 M)

Q10. “Ethics in public service is not just about rule-following, but about the courage to act rightly under pressure”. Comment. (10 M)

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