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UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice GS 2 (Week 161)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice GS 2 (Week 161)

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-2 to check your progress. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for June 2026. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 Discuss the strategic importance of Seychelles in India’s vision for the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). How does the Vision MAHASAGAR framework seek to strengthen India’s maritime partnerships? QUESTION 2 Discuss the role and limitations of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)-mandated commissions of inquiry in ensuring accountability for violations of international humanitarian law. QUESTION 1: Discuss the strategic importance of Seychelles in India’s vision for the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). How does the Vision MAHASAGAR framework seek to strengthen India’s maritime partnerships? Relevance: The question is relevant to the syllabus topics “India and its …

surge in global crude oil prices & desalination technology

surge in global crude oil prices & desalination technology

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-3 to check your progress. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for February 2026. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 The surge in global crude oil prices due to geopolitical tensions highlights India’s vulnerability to external energy shocks. Discuss the economic implications of high crude oil prices and suggest measures India can adopt to enhance its energy security. QUESTION 2 The growing reliance on desalination technology has made water infrastructure a strategic asset in geopolitically sensitive regions. Discuss the strategic importance of desalination plants in arid regions and their implications for regional stability and water security. QUESTION 1: The surge in global crude oil prices due to geopolitical tensions highlights India’s vulnerability to external energy …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice on Key GS 2 topics (Week 129)

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice on Key GS 2 topics (Week 129)

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-2 to check your progress. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for November 2025. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 QUESTION 1 In the context of seniority in higher judicial services, how can the Supreme Court strike a ‘proper balance’ between merit, experience and equitable representation of promotee and direct recruit judges? QUESTION 2 Discuss how the dispute over the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands reflects broader geopolitical tensions in East Asia. What are its implications for regional stability? General points on the structure of the answers for UPSC Mains Introduction — The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Remember, a one-liner is not a standard introduction. — It may consist …

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on electric highways and importance of Free Trade Agreements (Week 101) | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on electric highways and importance of Free Trade Agreements (Week 101) | UPSC Current Affairs News

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-3 to check your progress. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for April 2025. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 QUESTION 1 Discuss the significance of India’s plan to develop electric highways under the National Highways for Electric Vehicles (NHEV) initiative. Story continues below this ad QUESTION 2 Discuss the strategic importance of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the US and EU in integrating India’s auto component sector into global value chains. General points on the structure of the answers Introduction — The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Remember, a one-liner is not a standard introduction. — It may consist of basic information by giving some definitions from …

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2: Questions on decline in school enrolment in India and Ottawa Convention (Week 97) | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2: Questions on decline in school enrolment in India and Ottawa Convention (Week 97) | UPSC Current Affairs News

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-2 to check your progress. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for March 2025. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 QUESTION 1 Critically analyse the implications of the decisions by several European countries to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel landmines. Discuss the reasons cited for these withdrawals and evaluate the potential impact on regional security and humanitarian concerns.​ Story continues below this ad QUESTION 2 The UDISE+ reports indicate a significant decline in school enrolment figures in India, with a reduction of over one crore students from the 2018-19 to 2021-22 average. Critically examine the factors contributing to this decline, including the impact of revised data collection methods. General points on the structure of the …

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on India’s water diplomacy and the significance of equinoxes (Week 95) | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on India’s water diplomacy and the significance of equinoxes (Week 95) | UPSC Current Affairs News

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-1 to check your progress. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for March 2025. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 QUESTION 1 Discuss how India’s water diplomacy balances regional cooperation with its national and strategic interests. Story continues below this ad QUESTION 2 Discuss the significance of equinoxes and solstices in the context of Earth’s axial tilt and orbit around the Sun. Examine the cultural and historical importance of the vernal equinox in various societies. General points on the structure of the answers Introduction — The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Remember, a one-liner is not a standard introduction. — It may consist of basic information by giving …

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2 : Questions on electoral reforms and urban local bodies (Week 88) | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2 : Questions on electoral reforms and urban local bodies (Week 88) | UPSC Current Affairs News

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-2 to check your progress. Despite the constitutional mandate of the 74th Amendment Act, urban local bodies in India continue to face challenges in autonomy and resource management. Critically analyse the factors contributing to this situation and suggest measures to strengthen urban local governance. QUESTION 2 Critically analyse the effectiveness of past electoral reforms and suggest additional measures to address these persistent issues such as the influence of black money and criminalisation of politics. General points on the structure of the answers Introduction Story continues below this ad — The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Remember, a one-liner is not a standard introduction. — It may consist of basic information by …

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on Indus Valley Civilization and Chhatrapati Shivaji (Week 80) | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on Indus Valley Civilization and Chhatrapati Shivaji (Week 80) | UPSC Current Affairs News

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-1 to check your progress. Discuss the archaeological significance of Lothal as an important site of the Indus Valley Civilization. Analyse its contributions to understanding ancient maritime trade, urban planning, and technological advancements in the context of Harappan culture. QUESTION 2 Evaluate Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s contributions to India’s maritime history. Discuss his role in the formation of the Maratha Navy, the strategic significance of his naval policies, and the long-term impact on India’s coastal defence and naval traditions. General points on the structure of the answers Introduction — The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Remember, a one-liner is not a standard introduction. — It may consist of basic information by …

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on tiger reserve and global plastic treaty (Week 79) | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on tiger reserve and global plastic treaty (Week 79) | UPSC Current Affairs News

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-1 to check your progress. How are tiger reserves notified? Discuss the significance of forming a new tiger reserve in the context of India’s tiger conservation efforts. Highlight the ecological and socio-economic benefits that such initiatives bring to local communities. QUESTION 2 The adoption of a global plastic treaty is being hailed as a significant step in addressing the global plastic pollution crisis. How can India contribute to the success of this treaty in the context of its national plastic waste management policies? General points on the structure of the answers Introduction — The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Remember, a one-liner is not a standard introduction. — It may …

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on Chhatrapati Shivaji and India’s transition to a green energy (Week 77) | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on Chhatrapati Shivaji and India’s transition to a green energy (Week 77) | UPSC Current Affairs News

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UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. This answer-writing practice is designed to help you as a value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains. Attempt today’s answer writing on questions related to topics of GS-1 to check your progress. The Maratha identity is deeply intertwined with the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji, whose influence spans centuries and regions. Analyse the role of Shivaji in shaping the Maratha identity. QUESTION 2 India’s transition to a green economy is a crucial step in addressing climate change and ensuring sustainable development. Discuss the challenges India faces in implementing this transition. General points on the structure of the answers Introduction — The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Remember, a one-liner is not a standard introduction. — It may consist of basic information by giving some definitions from the trusted source and authentic facts. Body — It is the central …