Mains Answer Writing - 15 Oct, 2025
GS3
Economy
10 marks
Discuss the factors behind the recent decline in retail inflation and analyze its implications for monetary policy and household welfare.
Tips for your answer
- Start with context + definition – Define retail inflation (CPI) and mention the recent 1.54% data to anchor your answer in current affairs.
- Balance both sides – Explain why inflation fell (base effect, good monsoon, easing fuel prices) and what concerns remain (high edible oil inflation, monsoon risks).
- Conclude with policy insight – Link your conclusion to RBI’s monetary policy and household welfare, showing awareness of both macro and micro impacts.
More Challenges
View All- View Challenge
GS3
Economy
10 Mar, 2026
“Persistent Current Account Deficit (CAD) is not necessarily harmful for a developing economy like India, but its sustainability depends on the nature of capital inflows.”
Examine this statement in the context of India’s external sector. - View Challenge
GS2
International Relations
Yesterday
The United Nations is undergoing institutional reform through initiatives such as the UN80 Initiative. Examine the need for reforms in the United Nations system in the context of contemporary global challenges.
- View Challenge
GS3
Science & Technology
8 Mar, 2026
“The evolution of Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs) reflects changing dynamics of nuclear deterrence and strategic stability.”
Discuss in the context of the test launch of the LGM‑30G Minuteman III and the concept of the Nuclear Triad.
Master Answer Writingfor UPSC Mains
Join thousands of aspirants mastering answer writing with daily challenges, instant AI evaluation, and topper copies
