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July 9/17

VAJIRAM & RAVI

[Institute for IAS Examination]
GENERAL STUDIES
TEST NO. 9
Comprehensive Test 1

Time Allowed: Three Hours Maximum Marks: 250

INSTRUCTIONS
Candidates should attempt all Questions.

The number of marks carried by each question is indicated at the

end of the question.

Important: Attempt questions in the Answer Booklet in the

same serial order in which they are printed in the question
paper. If you skip a question, indicate it accordingly in your
Answer Booklet.

Pages left blank in the answer book are to be clearly struck out in
ink. Any answers that follow pages left blank may not be given
credit.

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1. The patrons of art and architecture during Vijayanagar
Empire were the inheritors of the rich traditions of the
Cholas, the Pallavas and the Hoysalas. Elucidate.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

2. The ancient Silk Road played a very important role in the

spread and exchange of cultural ideas between India and
the rest of Asia. Elucidate with suitable examples.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

3. Examine the major factors shaping the British land

revenue policy in India. What was the impact of it on
village communities especially in northern India during
the late 18th and early 19th century?
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

4. Discuss the contributions of C. Rajagopalchari in the

freedom struggle and post independence India.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

5. Examine the contribution of Indians between World War 1

and World War 2 in popularizing Indian freedom struggle
outside India?
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

6. The Korean peninsula is one of the most militarized

regions in the world. Analyze the reasons behind it. Also
comment on the role played by India in the 1953 Korean
War.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

7. Discuss the circumstances that led to the launch of

Sampoorna Kranti (Total Revolution) movement in 1974.
To what extent this movement was successful in achieving
its objective(s)?
(121/2 marks, 200 words)
8. How far do you agree with the statement that the neglect
of masses by political establishment led to the emergence
of New Social Movement as a corrective measure?
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 Elaborate. What have been the limitations of such
movements?
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

9. Briefly explain the philosophy behind affirmative action in

India. Do you think reservation in private sector will stem
the problem of Left Wing Extremism in India? Give
arguments in favour of your stand.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

10. Despite several governmental and non-governmental

efforts, social inequalities still persist in India. Enumerate
upon the challenges in the mission to make India less
unequal. Make a special mention of the recent
governmental initiative(s) in this regard.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

11. Some of the recent incidents like Blue whale challenge

have exposed the socio-psychological vulnerabilities of
the youth. In this context discuss the challenges faced by
Indian youth in a globalized world. What steps are
required to address these challenges?
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

12. What are the major socio-economic factors behind lower

child-sex ratio and higher maternal mortality in India?
Also enumerate steps taken by the Government to address
the issue.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

13. Muslim women in India are excluded educationally and

socio-economically. To what extent do you think that
Uniform Civil Code and recent ban on triple talaq will
improve the status of Muslim women in India?
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

14. Explain how jet streams help in formation of cyclones and

polar vortex. Also discuss the impact of polar vortex on
global climate supported by relevant examples.
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 (121/2 marks, 200 words)
15. Climate has been important determinant of Agricultural
productivity in India. Discuss the role of applied
climatology in agricultural development.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

16. Monsoon climate has been a closely and deeply studied

climatic system. Bring out the factors which affect the
monsoon climate system in South Asia with special
reference to India.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

17. Soil degradation is a major cause of concern in India.

Discuss how soil degradation is related to climate change
and biodiversity loss. Also briefly explain agronomic
methods of soil conservation.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

18. The Indian Ocean provides vital resources and

opportunities, but many times it also becomes a source of
conflict. Illustrate. In this context examine the role of
Blue Economy.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

19. Uneven distribution of water in Northern and Southern

rivers is mainly due to geographic and climatic reasons.
To what extent human initiatives like inter-linking of
rivers can address these challenges. What are the various
concerns regarding the proposed interlinking of rivers
project?
(121/2 marks, 200 words)

20. Critically discuss the potential, status, and growth of

pharmaceutical sector in India. Also discuss the reasons
for geographical concentration of this industry in the
western region of India.
(121/2 marks, 200 words)