Question

GS2 UPSC MAINS 2024 PRACTICE QUESTIONS PART 3

Answer 1

International Relations (50 Questions)

1. Analyze the strategic significance of India's "Act East" policy in enhancing its influence in the Indo-Pacific region. (15M)
2. Discuss the role of the United Nations in mediating conflicts in South Asia, with a focus on India's diplomatic strategies. (10M)
3. Evaluate the impact of the Quad alliance on India's relations with China and the broader geopolitical landscape in Asia. (15M)
4. Assess India's contribution to global climate change negotiations, with particular reference to its commitments under the Paris Agreement. (10M)
5. Examine the evolving nature of India's defense cooperation with major global powers, focusing on recent agreements and partnerships. (15M)
6. Analyze the significance of India's membership in the BRICS group in shaping its foreign policy and global influence. (10M)
7. Discuss the impact of the India-Africa Forum Summit on strengthening India's relations with African nations, with examples from recent initiatives. (15M)
8. Evaluate the role of India in the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in the context of contemporary global challenges. (10M)
9. Analyze the strategic importance of India's relations with Russia, with reference to defense, energy, and geopolitical cooperation. (15M)
10. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with the United States in the context of the evolving Indo-Pacific strategy. (10M)
11. Evaluate the impact of the India-European Union (EU) strategic partnership on trade, security, and global governance. (15M)
12. Analyze the significance of India's engagement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in promoting regional security and economic cooperation. (10M)
13. Discuss the role of India in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), with reference to its aspirations for permanent membership. (15M)
14. Evaluate the impact of the India-Japan strategic partnership on regional security and economic development in the Indo-Pacific. (10M)
15. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with China, with a focus on border disputes, trade, and regional influence. (15M)
16. Discuss the significance of India's participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in promoting regional security and economic cooperation. (10M)
17. Evaluate the role of India in the G20 in shaping global economic governance and addressing key international challenges. (15M)
18. Analyze the impact of the India-Pakistan relations on regional security and stability in South Asia, with reference to recent developments. (10M)
19. Discuss the significance of India's engagement with the African Union (AU) in promoting peace, security, and development in Africa. (15M)
20. Evaluate the impact of India's "Neighborhood First" policy on its relations with South Asian countries, with examples from recent initiatives. (10M)
21. Analyze the strategic importance of India's relations with Israel, with reference to defense, technology, and agricultural cooperation. (15M)
22. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with the Middle East, with a focus on energy security and diaspora diplomacy. (10M)
23. Evaluate the role of India in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in promoting global climate action. (15M)
24. Analyze the significance of India's participation in the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) in promoting maritime security and economic cooperation. (10M)
25. Discuss the impact of India's relations with Central Asian countries on regional security and economic development, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
26. Evaluate the role of India in the World Trade Organization (WTO) in promoting global trade and addressing trade disputes. (10M)
27. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with the United Kingdom in the context of Brexit and its implications for trade and diplomacy. (15M)
28. Discuss the significance of India's engagement with Latin American countries in promoting trade, investment, and cultural exchange. (10M)
29. Evaluate the impact of India's participation in regional multilateral organizations, such as BIMSTEC and SAARC, on regional integration and cooperation. (15M)
30. Analyze the strategic importance of India's relations with Southeast Asian countries in the context of the evolving security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific. (10M)
31. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with the European Union in the context of trade, investment, and climate change. (15M)
32. Evaluate the role of India in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in promoting regional economic integration and development. (10M)
33. Analyze the impact of India's participation in the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations (UNPKO) on its global image and diplomatic influence. (15M)
34. Discuss the significance of India's engagement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in promoting energy security and economic cooperation. (10M)
35. Evaluate the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with Canada, with reference to trade, investment, and diaspora diplomacy. (15M)
36. Analyze the strategic importance of India's relations with African countries in the context of China's growing influence in Africa. (10M)
37. Discuss the role of India in the World Health Organization (WHO) in promoting global health governance and addressing pandemics. (15M)
38. Evaluate the impact of India's participation in the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on promoting cultural diplomacy and heritage preservation. (10M)
39. Analyze the significance of India's engagement with the Arctic region in the context of global climate change and geopolitical competition. (15M)
40. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with Australia, with reference to trade, defense, and regional security. (10M)
41. Evaluate the role of India in the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in promoting sustainable development and poverty alleviation. (15M)
42. Analyze the strategic importance of India's relations with the African Union in the context of promoting peace, security, and development in Africa. (10M)
43. Discuss the impact of India's participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) on shaping global economic policies and addressing key international challenges. (15M)
44. Evaluate the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with the Nordic countries, with reference to trade, investment, and innovation. (10M)
45. Analyze the significance of India's engagement with the Pacific Islands in promoting regional security and climate change adaptation. (15M)
46. Discuss the role of India in the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in promoting human rights and addressing global challenges. (10M)
47. Evaluate the impact of India's participation in the Commonwealth of Nations on promoting diplomatic and cultural ties with member countries. (15M)
48. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in India's relations with the ASEAN countries in the context of regional security and economic cooperation. (10M)
49. Discuss the significance of India's engagement with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in promoting global trade and development. (15M)
50. Evaluate the role of India in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in promoting global economic stability and addressing key international challenges. (10M)

Answer 2

Social Justice (50 Questions)

1. Discuss the effectiveness of affirmative action policies in India in addressing historical injustices faced by marginalized communities. (15M)
2. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, focusing on the role of government and civil society. (10M)
3. Evaluate the impact of microfinance on women's empowerment in rural India, with case studies from recent initiatives. (15M)
4. Examine the role of legal aid services in ensuring access to justice for underprivileged sections of society in India. (10M)
5. Assess the significance of the Right to Education (RTE) Act in promoting inclusive education in India, considering the challenges faced in its implementation. (15M)
6. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Food Security Act (NFSA) in India, with reference to its impact on food security and nutrition. (10M)
7. Discuss the effectiveness of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in addressing rural unemployment and promoting social justice. (15M)
8. Evaluate the impact of the Public Distribution System (PDS) on ensuring food security and reducing poverty in India, focusing on recent reforms and challenges. (10M)
9. Analyze the role of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) in promoting social justice and addressing discrimination against SC communities in India. (15M)
10. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) in India, with a focus on promoting social security for vulnerable sections of society. (10M)
11. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana in addressing urban poverty and promoting social inclusion in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
12. Analyze the role of the National Commission for Women (NCW) in promoting gender justice and addressing violence against women in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (10M)
13. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme in India, with a focus on promoting early childhood development and addressing malnutrition. (15M)
14. Evaluate the impact of the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) on promoting women's empowerment and social justice in rural India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (10M)
15. Analyze the significance of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, in addressing domestic violence and promoting gender justice in India, with reference to recent case laws and implementation challenges. (15M)
16. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Health Mission (NHM) in India, with a focus on promoting maternal and child health and addressing health disparities. (10M)
17. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Right to Information (RTI) Act in promoting transparency, accountability, and social justice in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
18. Analyze the role of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in promoting and protecting human rights in India, with reference to recent cases and challenges. (10M)
19. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement Act, 2013, in India, with a focus on promoting social justice and protecting the rights of displaced communities. (15M)
20. Evaluate the impact of the National Food Security Mission (NFSM) on promoting food security and reducing hunger in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (10M)
21. Analyze the role of the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) in promoting social justice and addressing discrimination against OBC communities in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
22. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, in India, with a focus on promoting child protection and addressing sexual violence against children. (10M)
23. Evaluate the effectiveness of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS) in promoting social justice and reducing poverty in rural India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
24. Analyze the significance of the Right to Public Services Act in promoting transparency, accountability, and social justice in India, with reference to recent case laws and implementation challenges. (10M)
25. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, in India, with a focus on addressing discrimination and promoting social justice for marginalized communities. (15M)
26. Evaluate the impact of the National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) on promoting social justice and reducing poverty in urban India, focusing on recent initiatives and challenges. (10M)
27. Analyze the role of the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) in promoting social justice and addressing discrimination against minority communities in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
28. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Unorganized Workers' Social Security Act, 2008, in India, with a focus on promoting social security for unorganized workers and addressing their vulnerabilities. (10M)
29. Evaluate the effectiveness of the National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP) in promoting social justice and improving access to safe drinking water in rural India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
30. Analyze the significance of the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act, 2001, in promoting social justice and protecting the rights of farmers in India, with reference to recent case laws and implementation challenges. (10M)
31. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, in India, with a focus on promoting transparency, accountability, and social justice. (15M)
32. Evaluate the impact of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) on promoting social justice and reducing poverty in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (10M)
33. Analyze the role of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) in promoting social justice and addressing child rights violations in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
34. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Food Security Act, 2013, in India, with a focus on promoting food security and reducing hunger and malnutrition. (10M)
35. Evaluate the effectiveness of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS) in promoting social justice and reducing poverty in rural India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
36. Analyze the significance of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, in addressing domestic violence and promoting gender justice in India, with reference to recent case laws and implementation challenges. (10M)
37. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Health Mission (NHM) in India, with a focus on promoting maternal and child health and addressing health disparities. (15M)
38. Evaluate the impact of the National Food Security Mission (NFSM) on promoting food security and reducing hunger in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (10M)
39. Analyze the role of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) in promoting social justice and addressing discrimination against ST communities in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
40. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, in India, with a focus on promoting child protection and addressing sexual violence against children. (10M)
41. Evaluate the effectiveness of the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) in promoting social justice and reducing poverty in rural India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
42. Analyze the significance of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement Act, 2013, in promoting social justice and protecting the rights of displaced communities in India, with reference to recent case laws and implementation challenges. (10M)
43. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) in India, with a focus on promoting social security for vulnerable sections of society. (15M)
44. Evaluate the impact of the National Commission for Women (NCW) in promoting gender justice and addressing violence against women in India, focusing on recent initiatives and challenges. (10M)
45. Analyze the role of the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) in promoting social justice and addressing discrimination against OBC communities in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
46. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Food Security Act, 2013, in India, with a focus on promoting food security and reducing hunger and malnutrition. (10M)
47. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, in addressing domestic violence and promoting gender justice in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
48. Analyze the significance of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS) in promoting social justice and reducing poverty in rural India, with reference to recent case laws and implementation challenges. (10M)
49. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, in India, with a focus on promoting transparency, accountability, and social justice. (15M)
50. Evaluate the impact of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) on promoting social justice and reducing poverty in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (10M)