Mains Answer Writing - 23 Aug, 2026

GS2

Economy

10 marks

The escalating US–Canada tariff conflict reflects the growing weaponisation of trade among major economies. Examine its implications for India and the opportunities it creates for Indian trade.

Attempt Challenge on App See Model Answer

Tips for your answer

Explain trade diversion - tariffs make Canadian products costlier in the US, potentially allowing competitive third-country suppliers such as India to gain market share.
Remember the 50% US tariff, roughly $20 billion of affected Canadian goods, Canadian retaliatory tariffs and the broader threat to North American trade integration.
Do not assume the trade war automatically benefits India. Distinguish sector-specific export opportunities from wider risks arising from protectionism, weaker growth and supply-chain disruption.

Topper’s copy will be available soon Get notified on app

More Challenges

View All

GS2
Indian Polity
Yesterday
The recent Southern Zonal Council meeting has highlighted the continuing importance of institutional dialogue in addressing inter-State disputes. Examine the role of Zonal Councils in strengthening cooperative federalism in India and discuss the challenges limiting their effectiveness.
View Challenge
GS3
Internal Security
21 Aug, 2026
The successful maiden flight of the indigenous Divyastra Mk3 reflects the growing centrality of unmanned systems in modern warfare. Examine how drone warfare is transforming the nature of military operations and assess India’s preparedness for this emerging battlespace.
View Challenge
GS2
Governance
20 Aug, 2026
PM CARES has strengthened India’s capacity to mobilise resources during emergencies, but its institutional design has generated debates over transparency and public accountability. Critically examine.
View Challenge