Mains Answer Writing - 18 Oct, 2025
GS1
Indian Geography
10 marks
Discuss the factors responsible for the simultaneous withdrawal of the southwest monsoon and the onset of the northeast monsoon over southern India in recent years.
Tips for your answer
- Begin with basics: Define both southwest and northeast monsoons and mention their normal timelines.
- Explain causes: Highlight factors like cyclonic circulation, delayed retreat, and easterly winds leading to overlap.
- Add analysis: Mention recent trend (since 2020), its impact on rainfall patterns, and possible climate change linkage.
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GS2
Indian Polity
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Discuss the major humanitarian and economic impacts of the ongoing civil war in Sudan. How has the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) deepened the displacement and food insecurity crisis in the country?
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GS1
Modern History
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India is experiencing a paradox of rising food expenditure alongside declining nutritional quality. Discuss the key factors behind this trend and suggest policy measures to address the emerging nutrition crisis.
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GS2
Governance
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"Vande Mataram" has been a symbol of India’s freedom struggle and was adopted as the National Song in 1950 with only two stanzas. Discuss the historical significance of "Vande Mataram" in India’s nationalist movement and the rationale behind adopting only two stanzas officially. In your answer, also examine the relevance of the song in contemporary India.
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