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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights Mini SECURE: 7 June 2025

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General Studies – 1

Q1. “Addictive behaviours have expanded beyond substance use into digital and behavioural domains”. Examine the rise of behavioural addictions such as online gambling in India. Analyse their broader societal impact and suggest comprehensive interventions to address this growing menace. (15 M)

Q2. “Public transport in Indian cities suffers not from lack of awareness but from lack of reliability”. Examine the validity of this statement and propose corrective strategies. (10 M)

General Studies – 2

Q3. What are the main reasons behind the continued incarceration of poor undertrials in India? Suggest short- and long-term reforms to address this systematically. (10 M)

Q4. “Latin America is the untapped frontier in India’s quest for strategic economic diversification”. Examine the opportunities and challenges of India’s outreach to MERCOSUR. Outline steps to strengthen India’s presence in Latin America. (15 M)

Q5. Post-retirement appointments of key constitutional authorities often blur the line between neutrality and political alignment. Analyse their impact on institutional credibility. Assess the need for a cooling-off period. (10 M)

General Studies – 3

Q6. What are the key macroeconomic challenges India faces in sustaining growth in 2025–26? Examine the risks arising from global policy unpredictability, fiscal tapering, and slowing domestic demand. (15 M)

Q7. How is generative AI impacting India’s white-collar employment? What are the economic implications of automation-led job displacement? Suggest a strategy for skilling and labour market adaptation. (15 M)

Q8. Explain the contribution of compressed biogas and feedstock diversification in India’s bioenergy policy. How do they promote a circular energy economy? (10 M)

General Studies – 4

Q9. What does the following quotation convey to you in the present context? (10 M)

“Instead of cursing the darkness, light a candle”. – Benjamin Franklin

Q10. Fraud in business is not merely a legal violation but a profound ethical failure. Examine the ethical dimensions involved in financial scams. Discuss how personal integrity is tested in such contexts. (10 M)

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