Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the updraftplus domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home2/assamq0v/public_html/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114
Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the wordpress-seo domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home2/assamq0v/public_html/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114
Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the email-subscribers domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home2/assamq0v/public_html/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114 apsc mains quesitons Archives - Page 3 of 4 - AssamExam
Q1. Discuss the recent initiatives taken by the Assam government in resolving border disputes with neighbouring states? ( Answer in 250 words) [GS Paper V]
Q2. Discuss the impacts of Socio-religious movements in India? (Answer in 150 words) [GS Paper I]
Q3. Write the various causes of inter-state water disputes? Suggest some measures to address Inter-State River Water Disputes. (Answer in 150 words) [GS Paper II]
Q4. What are the objectives of the National Wetland Conservation Programme (NWCP)? Discuss some of the key wetlands included under NWCP. Also write its contribution towards wetland conservation. (Answer in 250 words) [GS Paper III]
Q5. What is Assam accord? Discuss why clause 6 of Assam Accord is controversial? (Answer in 250 words) [GS Paper V]
Learners please write the answers and review others’ answer, which will improve the answer writer, reviewer and most importantly the answer itself.
Q1. What do you mean by the ‘basic structure’ of the Constitution of India? Discuss the different views around it in the light of the recommendations of the National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution.
Q2. As presiding officer, the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is the guardian of the prestige and dignity of the House. Explain.
Q3. How does the Election Commission of India carry out the delimitation of constituencies for State Legislature Assemblies as per the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Q4. Discuss how the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) safeguards the interests of the investors.
Q5. Discuss the procedures of amendment to the Constitution in India and South Africa, highlighting the key provisions.
Q6. “The basic purpose of development is to enlarge people’s choices.” Elucidate in the light of the government policies and intervention for development in India.
Q7. “Social assistance measures are critical for social protection and are more common in developing economies than social insurance”. Evaluate the statement.
Q8. “By an objective criterion, such as population, territorial size, GDP, economic potential, civilizational legacy, cultural diversity, political system, and past and ongoing contributions to the activities of the UN – especially UN peacekeeping operations – India is eminently qualified for permanent membership”. Comment.
Q9. “In keeping with its ‘Neighbourhood First Policy’, India desires normal neighbourly relations with Pakistan”. Elucidate and comment.
Q10. “As close neighbours, India and Nepal share unique ties of friendship and cooperation characterized by an open border and deep-rooted people-to-people contacts of kinship and culture.” Examine critically.
Q11. “Instead of providing shelter from market failures and other vicissitudes of life, the welfare states today seek to make their citizens more competitive, responsive and proactive”. Comment.
Q12. “At the centre of India’s development agenda in Myanmar lies connectivity.” Do you agree with the statement? Elucidate with suitable reasons in support of your answer.
Q13. Critically analyze India’s initiative for Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure to face natural calamities by the least developed and developing countries and its impact.
Q14. Critically assess the role of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in educating, guiding and motivating fellow Indians to work for social change and national development.
Q15. “A new century is not going to be new at all if we offer only charity, that palliative to satisfy the conscience and keep the same old system of haves and have-nots quietly contained.” Discuss with suitable illustration.
Q16. Discuss the role of the Attorney General of India as the Chief Legal Adviser to the Government of India, highlighting some recent cases of the Supreme Court of India.
Q17. Discuss the challenges confronted by the Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in India while according essential services. How does the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 facilitate the rights’ of the PWDs? Elucidate.
Q18. What is the right to privacy? How is the right to privacy protected through courts in India and Germany?
Q19. Critically assess the use of Article 249 of the Constitution of India that empowers the Parliament to make laws on matters listed in the State List in national interest.
Q20. Discuss the measures for making the Civil Service in India more efficient and responsive to the needs of the public in the light of the rapidly changing social, political and economic milieu of the country.
1. Highlight the major themes of the prehistoric paintings of India. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
2. Write a note on the origins, evolution and salient features of the Sattriya Dance. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
3. Explain briefly the social, economic and cultural background of the emergence of Indian nationalism in the 19th century. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
4. Highlight the underlying geographical factors that influence the distribution of India’s population. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
5. Assess the role of the Government of India in biodiversity protection. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
6. Explain the significance of the Charter Act of 1833 in the history of colonial India (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
7. Highlight the ideas of nationalism of Gandhi and Tagore in the context of Indian freedom struggle. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
8. Write a note on the feminization of labour in India. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
9. Examine the impact of globalization on Indian tribal societies. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
10. Discuss the significance of India’s demographic dividend in her economic development. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
11. Illustrate with suitable examples how syncretism became a part of Indian architecture during the medieval period. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
12 Give a critical account of the economic impact of partition of India on Assam. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
13. Natural resource rich belts in India are not always the one with the highest levels of economic development. Explain. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
14. What are extreme precipitation events and what are their effects? Why are such events occurring more frequently in recent times? (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
15. Do you agree with the view that the interlinking of rivers can address the water issues in India? Give reasons for your answer. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
16. Examine the challenges faced by the bell-metal industry in Assam. What measures do you suggest to make it a vibrant economic sector? (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
17. Discuss the challenges in the process of integration of the Princely States with India after independence and evaluate the roll of Sardar Patel in it. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
18. Highlight the factors that led to the rise of regionalism in Indian polity. Critically examine its role in strengthening Indian federalism. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
19. Smart cities in India cannot sustain without smart villages. Discuss. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
20. “The Neo-Vaishnavite Movement played the most significant role in laying the foundation of a broader society in the Brahmaputra Valley of Assam.” Elucidate this statement. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks
APSC Mains General Studies V (GS5) Paper Previous Questions from History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment of Assam sections
APSC Mains 2018 Questions
Q1 (c) Discuss the composition and important features of Panchyati Raj system in Assam under the 73rd Amendment Act of the Constitution. What is the position of women under this Act? 10+6=16
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test Series Test 1: Q1(ii) & Q3(ii) (16 Marks)
Q4 (xxvii) What does the Clause 6 of the Assam Accord deal with? 2
Q2 (h) Where are the bell-metal industries in Assam located? What are the problems faced by the industry in the State? 4+4=8
Q3 (g) What are the problems and prospects of tourism industry of Assam? 5
Q1 (k) Discuss how water harvesting system can be made effective to address the problem of depleting groundwater resources in urban areas. 16Q2 (d) What is an agro-climatic zone? Describe the agro-climatic zones of Assam. 2+6=8
Q1 (h) In the context of poor quality of human life in India, discuss the objectives and strategy of the Smart City Programme. 16Q1 (o) Discuss the features of Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2016. Write about the concerns of the people of Assam over the said Bill. 8+8=16
Q4 (xxiii) Write the name of the editors of daily newspapers, The Assam Tribune and the Dainik Asam. 2
Q3 (c) Give a brief description of the social life of Rabha Tribe of Assam. 5
Q4 (xxi) In which year was the first Assamese newspaper Arunodoi published? Who was the editor of the first edition? 2
APSC Mains 2016 Questions
Write the influence of climate on the economy of the population of Assam 5
Mention two threats faced by the small tea growers of Assam 2
Mention two commercial crops of Assam other than tea 2
Assam is not only rich in natural resources but also in cultural life and socioeconic setup which are prevalent among the different ethnic groups. Examine it with reference to the various ethnic groups of the State 16
Name the countries having international boundary with the state of North-East India 2 Give two reasons why Assam is lagging behind in blue revolution in spite of having innumerable wetlands 2 How has climate change affected the production of tea in Assam 2 Name the tropical rain forest of Assam and state its characteristics 2 What is the decadal growth of population in Assam during the decade 2001-2011 2 What to the letters CTC stand for when used in relation to tea 2 Name the bird sanctuary of Assam and in which district it is located 2
Mention varous skill development projects undertaken by the Govt of Assam. Do you think that Skill Development Mission 2022 will cover all the targeted individuals ( especially abled persons) to be trained? Comment. 16
Discuss the recent population policy framed by Assam Govt. Is it helpful for the development of the State? Give reasons. 8
Short note on ‘Gamosa’ and it’s significance in Assamese society. 8
Write about the significance of ‘Japi’ in Assamese society. 5
Write briefly about the position of women in medieval Assamese society. 5
APSC Mains 2015 Questions
Objectives of 12th Five Year Plan of Assam? Discuss progress of the plan over first three years 16
Discuss the Structure and functioning of rural banking in Assam. How can SHG fill the need of microfinance at grassroot level in rural areas 16
Brief about decentralised planning in Assam and it’s advantages? 8
Main features of Rooftop Solar Program ? highlight chances of it’s success/failure in context of Assam? 8
name tow head under revenue receipts of Assam Govt 2
two projects implemented under NEC in Assam 2
Two main cash crops of Assam? 2
IMR and MMR in Assam 2
Distinguish b/w wasteland and wetland? Measures by Central and state govt to preserve wetlands in Assam 16
Discuss circumstances leading to estd of Bodoland Territorial Council. Implication of setting up such council for other ethnic communities of Assam? 8
Literacy rate & density of Assam, as per Census 2011 2
Main recommendation of Cabinet Mission Plan? Describe Assam’s fight against grouping system 16
Discuss status and role of ‘Namghar’ in social and cultural life of Assam 8
When province of Eastern Bengal and Assam created? Capital? 2
APSC Mains 2014 Questions
Functions of North East Council NEC 5
problems of dev of tourism industry in North East India? 8
circumstances leading to Treaty of Yandabo? Why it’s a major landmark in Assam history? 16
brief account of ‘Namghar’ and ‘Manikut’ of Assamese society 8
Effect of british rule in Assam 5
APSC Mains 2002 Questions
NABARD and it’s activities in Assam 3
Population growth of Assam 1991-2001 2
Essay on main ethnic groups in Assam 10
Status of satryia dance 2
Karbi-Langpi Hydel project 2
Namari Wildlife Sanctuary 2
APSC Mains 1999 Questions
Facts 8th Plan & 9th Plan, Approved outley for Assam’s annual plan for 1999-2000 5
Inspite of fertile soil and monsoon climate, Assam Agri not developed- Elicidate, Examine the agri situation of Assam & suggest measures 7
Immigration in Assam – effects – Examine 8
Famous Assam literary person – contribution 5
Salient features of Assam Accord? What extent are these implemented 7
APSC Mains Paper IV – General Studies III (GS-III) Old Questions from Technology, Biodiversity & Environment sections
Previous years Questions asked in APSC Mains GS Paper from Technology, Biodiversity & Environment sections, which are now part of the APSC Mains Paper IV – General Studies (GS) III paper are discussed below.
Questions from APSC Mains 2018 GS Paper
Q1 (m) Write about the success that India achieved in the field of Space Science and Technology. In what way has this technology helped India in its socio-economic development? 16
Question from our APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 21: Q2 (16 Marks)
Q1 (n) What do you understand by global warming? Discuss the main causes of global warming and suggest measures for diminishing its effects on the earth. 4+6+6=16
Question from our APSC Mains Answer Writing Practice Questions – Set 27: Q1 (16 Marks)
Q4 (x) How does a solar eclipse occur? 2
Q4 (xxx) Who is popularly known as ‘Missile Man of India’? 2
Q4 (xxxi) What does the solar system consist of? 2
Q4 (xxxii) Define Ozone depletion. 2
Q1 (h) In the context of poor quality of human life in India, discuss the objectives and strategy of the Smart City Programme. 16
Q3 (f) Write the objectives of the Ganga Action Plan. Do you think that the objectives of the plan have been fulfilled? 2+3=5
Q4 (vi) What is a Soil Health Card? 2
Questions from APSC Mains 2016 GS Paper
Give an overview of Space Programme in India. Write briefly about the major space centers of India 16 Write about acid rain and it’s impact on environment 5 What are renewable and non-renewable source of energy? Give examples 5 What is Ozone-layer depletion 2 What are carbon nanotubes 2
What are Sustainable Development Goals initiated by UN General Assembly? What are its goals? Explain briefly? 16
What are the main factors for the degradation of forest in India? Write briefly about the ‘Ecomark’ scheme and it’s objectives. 16
Questions from APSC Mains 2015 GS Paper
Effects of Zika virus? India’s situation? Measures needed
16
Distinguish b/w wasteland and wetland? Measures by Central and state govt to preserve wetlands in Assam
16
What is Paris Agreement on Climate change ? Critically examine main highlights of the Agreement? It’s chances of success?
8
DNA Fingerprinting? Eg of it’s application
5
First Indian remote sensing Satellite & date of launch
2
how heat energy comes from sun to earth
2
Cryogenic engine?
2
LED bulb?
2
What is ‘Standard Positioning System’ and ‘Precision Posisitonng system’ in GPS?
2
LASER ?
2
Carbon trading
2
Questions from APSC Mains 2014 GS Paper
Decentralised planning? It’s advantages?
16
Role played by Internet in India in digital banking and Computer Aided Learning
16
examine problem of river pollution in India with focus on Ganga? Suggest measures to control it?
16
Biomass? Significance of biomass as non-conventional source of energy in India?
8
Geostationary satellite? first Geostationary satellite by ISRO and it’s achievement? National science day is related with discovery of ?
8
Role of Remote Sensing in development of natural resources in India
5
Insulin? Why important for health?
5
Two renewable energy sources of India
2
Organic farming?
2
Biodiesel?
2
Difference b/n CNG and PLG
2
Largest indigenously-built warship of India and where constructed?
2
Nobel prize 2014 physics?
2
India declared from which Virus in March 2014
2
H1N1?
2
Global Warming?
2
Questions from APSC Mains 2002 GS Paper
Telephone Internet? 2
ISO 9000? 2
e-commerce 2
What are Ozone depleting substances 2
function of state pollution control board 2
AIDS? How to prevent?
Fill-in-blank 5
Rain-water harvesting? 2
Measures needed for bio-diversity conservation?
How can trend of global warming be reversed?
Questions from APSC Mains 1999 GS Paper
Internet service? How it revolutionised communication, Features of INSAT series 3
Meaning – Ballistics, Neuralgia, Antibody, Manometer, Hovercraft, Zeta 9
APSC Mains Paper III – General Studies II (GS-II) Old Questions from Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & IR sections
Previous years Questions asked in APSC Mains GS Paper from Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & IR sections, which are now part of the APSC Mains Paper III – General Studies (GS) II paper are discussed below.
Questions from APSC Mains 2018 GS Paper
Q1 (b) Discuss the process of formation of the Union Council of Ministers. Discuss the powers and functions of the Union Council of Ministers. 6+10=16
Q1 (c) Discuss the composition and important features of Panchyati Raj system in Assam under the 73rd Amendment Act of the Constitution. What is the position of women under this Act? 10+6=16
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test Series Test 1: Q1(ii) & Q3(ii) (16 Marks)
Q1 (d) How is the Finance Commission of India constituted? Discuss the terms of reference of the 15th Finance Commission of India. 6+10=16
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test Series Test 8: Q1(i) (6 Marks)
Q1 (e) What is social justice? What are its different dimensions? What is its importance in Indian context? 4+6+6=16
Q1 (g) What are the main features of the Directive Principles of State Policy? Discuss the relevance of the Policy for the socio-economic development of a State. 8+8=16
Q4 (xvii) When the President of India can declare constitutional emergency in a State? 2
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test 1: Q3 (ix) (2 Marks)
Q4 (xix) What does the Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deal with? 2
Q4 (xxv) Mention the Amendment with year by which the Indian Constitution has lowered the voting age from 21 to 18. 2
Q4 (xxvii) What does the Clause 6 of the Assam Accord deal with? 2
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test 1: Q4 (x) (2 Marks)
Q4 (xxxv) How long the Rajya Sabha can delay in the enactment of a Money Bill? 2
Questions from APSC Mains 2016 GS Paper
Discuss the basic features of Indian Constitution. Is Indian Constitution flexible in nature? 16 Discuss the nature of Fundamental Rights in India. When Fundamental Rights be suspended in India? 16 Composition of Election Commission of India. Describe its main functions. 16 What is Money Bill? Discuss the passage of the Money Bill. 8 Pocket veto power 2 Zero hour 2 IMDT Act 2 Article 1 of Constitution of India 2 Three-Tier Panchayat System 2 Article 360 2
Questions from APSC Mains 2015 GS Paper
Main characteristics of 73rd Constitutional amendment? Critical assessment on it’s working
16
discuss Federal features of Indian Constitution? What is the Quasi-federal character of the Indian Union
16
‘Right to Property’ was guaranteed by which Article? Present position of this Right?
5
Strength needed of largest Opp party to claim position of Leader of Opp
2
Chairman of Constituent Assembly? Chairman of Drafting Committee?
2
‘Original Jurisdiction’ of Supreme Court of India
2
‘Pocket Veto’ of President
2
System for removal of President of India
2
Questions from APSC Mains 2014 GS Paper
Questions
Marks
Main features of Provincial autonomy? Its limitations?
16
‘Judicial Activism’? examples ?
16
necessity of Lok Pal Bill? How it benefit the masses
16
Discuss 52nd Amendment? It’s Limitations
8
Functions of North East Council NEC
5
Zero hour?
2
Questions from APSC Mains 2002 GS Paper
Classify DPSP as enshrined in the constitution and discuss each category 12
How President elected, qualification for President, Powers, process of termination 12
Financial emergency in which circumstances 4
Federalism as defined by Garner, is it true in India? of Not, How? Discuss reasonably 10
Education is made Fundamental Right – implication 5
Points of reference for the Constitution Review Committee 5
extending sixth schedule to Bodo dominated areas – what it means for bods and non-bodo 7
State party – conditions 3
ways to acquire Indian citizenship 3
How Zila Parishad formed- functions 3
procedure for creation of new state 2
how president can be removed 2
functinon of CAG 2
how Chief Justice and other Judges of SC and HC appointer 2
Lok Adalat 2
Questions from APSC Mains 1999 GS Paper
Write briefly – Functioning of India’s Parliamentary democracy since establishment of Republic 10
Democratic decentralisation as panchayatiraj, discuss with reference to 73rd and 74th amendment 10
Do you agree that Anti-defection law failed to check defections among legislatures. Find Defects and suggest remedies 5
Why necessary to incorporate Fund Duties in Part IVA? Explain their significance 5
Number and Nature of budgetary committee – functions 5
Explain – nature and scope of right to life and personal liberty under Art 21. State direction in which right has been expanded by Supreme court 5
Cause of political defection from one party to another? Significance of Tenth schedule 10
Any case for review of Indian constitution, in which areas – Discuss 10
Caretaker govt – a constitutional fiction or an inherent hazard of Parliamentary system? Explain with reference to Indian experience 7
Composition and functions of National Human rights Commission. Constraints in functioning 7
Does Planning in India derive it’s objectives and social promise from DPSP? Examples 14
Art 243-ZD – District Planning Committee – Functions ? – areas covered? To whom they forward dev plans? 10
APSC Mains Paper II – General Studies I (GSI) Previous Years Questions from Geography of India and World section
Previous years Questions asked in APSC Mains GS Paper from Geography of India and World section, which are now part of the APSC Mains Paper II – General Studies (GS) I paper are discussed below.
Questions from APSC Mains 2018 GS Paper
Q1 (k) Discuss how water harvesting system can be made effective to address the problem of depleting groundwater resources in urban areas. 16
Q2 (d) What is an agro-climatic zone? Describe the agro-climatic zones of Assam. 2+6=8
Q2 (e) What steps were taken in the Indus Waters Treaty to resolve the water conflict between India and Pakistan? 8
Q2 (f) What do you understand by the ‘Chipko Movement’? Discuss its role in the protection of trees. 2+6=8
Q3 (a) What is the phenomenon called ‘cloudburst’? 5
Q3 (i) State five key characteristics of organic farming. 5
Q4 (ix) Name the India States that shares their borders with Bhutan. 2
Q4 (xi) Tungabhadra Multipurpose Project is a joint venture of which States of India? 2
Q4 (xii) What does El Nino mean? 2
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test 7: Q1 (ii) (2 Marks)
Q4 (xiii) Which place is called Greenwich of India and why? 2
Q4 (xiv) Which is the highest dam in India? Where is it located? 2
Q4 (xv) What are cash crops? Give one example. 2
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test 4: Q4 (vi) (1 Marks) Indirect
Q4 (xx) Which continent is called Dark Continent and why? 2
Q4 (xxviii) Name any two of the Ramsar Sites of Northeast India. 2
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test 6: Q1 (ix) (2 Marks) Indirect
Questions from APSC Mains 2016 GS Paper
Describe the salient features of Indian agriculture. Delineate the major rice producing belt of India 16 Assam is not only rich in natural resources but also in cultural life and socioeconic setup which are prevalent among the different ethnic groups. Examine it with reference to the various ethnic groups of the State 16 What is the main cause of urbanization? Critically examine the major issues and challenges that India faces as her urbanization proceeds. 8 What are the main causes for conflicts over water? Discuss one international and one inter-state water conflict. 8 What are greenhouse gases and what is greenhouse effect? Discuss the potential and contribution of these gases to global warming. 8 What is biodiversity hot spot? What the biodiversity significance of North-East India 5 What is disaster management? How could it be helpful in preventing the loss of lives and property in the event of occurrence of any disaster? 5 What are the fossil fuel resources in India? 2 What are the largest mineral-based industry in India? Why is it a key or basic industry 2 Mention two geographical requirements for the growth of wheat in India 2 Identify two issues in which NE India is lagging behind its neighbouring states of India 2 Name the countries having international boundary with the state of North-East India 2 Give two reasons why Assam is lagging behind in blue revolution in spite of having innumerable wetlands 2 How has climate change affected the production of tea in Assam 2 Name the tropical rain forest of Assam and state its characteristics 2 What is the decadal growth of population in Assam during the decade 2001-2011 2 What to the letters CTC stand for when used in relation to tea 2 Name the bird sanctuary of Assam and in which district it is located 2 What is McMahon line? Why is it the bone of connection between India and China? 2 Mention in two points how the productivity of human resources of India is adversely affected by high birthrate of population 2
Questions from APSC Mains 2015 GS Paper
Explain Importance of water resources and means of water conservation. Explain drought situation prevalent in India recently
16
Main causes responsible for Ganga river pollution and suggest measures. Recent move of govt Clean Ganga Mission
16
Distinguish b/w wasteland and wetland? Measures by Central and state govt to preserve wetlands in Assam
16
give an estimate of magnitude of water crisis in India? Is river-linking project a solution to the problem? Reasons?
8
What is Paris Agreement on Climate change ? Critically examine main highlights of the Agreement? It’s chances of success?
8
Bioshpere Reserve? Explain with reference to particular Biosphere Reserve in India
8
Integrated watershed management plan?
5
Name of Brahmaputra in it’s upper course and lower course
2
Questions from APSC Mains 2014 GS Paper
Examine problem of river pollution in India with focus on Ganga? Suggest measures to control it?
16
How Indian monsoon originate? Impacts of monsoons on Indian culture and economy with example?
16
countries connected by stilwell road
2
mean by black soil zone of India?
2
Coromandal coast?
2
horse latitude?
2
rainforest?
2
East-West corridor?
2
significance of Bhutan as buffer state?
2
Seismograph & application
2
largest fresh water lake in India? Location?
2
Questions from APSC Mains 2002 GS Paper
state with common boundary with Chhattisgarh 2
Indian state produce natural saffron 2
Jog Fall supply power to which steel plant 2
state produce highest quantity of Sugarcane 2
Name the Iron and steel plants in India, give brief account of their resource bases 8
Karbi-Langpi Hydel project 2
Namari Wildlife Sanctuary 2
APOL 2
Population growth of Assam 1991-2001 2
Essay on main ethnic groups in Assam 10
Dept of Space and Space Commissin – established when? Where? Achievement so far?
Mesozoic period means 4
Questions from APSC Mains 1999 GS Paper
How Great Lakes economically important to USA & Canada, part of Europe most densely populated& why? Important minerals found in Mediterranean coastal countreis of Africa, important agri crops of Australia and which part it grows 6
Note – distribution of cement industry in India 6
Adjoining countries around Persian gulf ‘Liquid Gold’ available. Geographical structure associated with Liquid gold 9
Elucidate & examine how Japan improved Food crop production – measures taken 8
Rivers & bridges 5
Inspite of fertile soil and monsoon climate, Assam Agri not developed- Elicidate, Examine the agri situation of Assam & suggest measures 7
APSC Mains Paper II – General Studies I (GSI) Old Questions from Indian History, Heritage, Culture & Society sections
Previous years Questions asked in APSC Mains GS Paper from HIndian History, Heritage, Culture & Society sections, which are now part of the APSC Mains Paper II – General Studies (GS) I paper are discussed below.
Questions from APSC Mains 2018 GS Paper
Q1 (a) Analyze the salient features of the Charter Act of 1833. How can it be considered as a landmark in the constitutional history of India? 10+6=16
Q1 (f) Discuss the Civil Disobedience Movement from the beginning till its withdrawal in 1934. Assess its importance as the greatest mass movement in India. 8+8=16
Q1 (i) Analyse the causes and consequences of the Moamaria Rebellion. How far was it responsible for the downfall of Ahom rule? 8+8=16
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test Series Test 2: Q2(iv) (8 Marks)
Q2 (a) Describe the achievements of the Gupta period in the fields of science, art and architecture. 8
Q2 (b) What are the major constituents of ‘drain of wealth’ from India during the colonial rule? 8
Q3 (c) Give a brief description of the social life of Rabha Tribe of Assam. 5
Q3 (d) Write a note on the Paik system in Ahom kingdom. 5
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) FREE Mock Test: Q3(vi) (5 Marks)
Q3 (h) What are Mudras? How many fundamental mudras are required to depict a particular emotion? 2+3=5
Q4 (i) When and where was the first capital of Ahom kingdom established? 2
Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test 2: Q4 (vi) (2 Marks)
Q4 (ii) Name two plays written by Kalidasa. 2
Q4 (iii) What do you know about the Allahabad Pillar Inscription? 2
Q4 (iv) Who was Ajan Fakir? 2
Q4 (v) The Battle of Panipat in 1761 was fought between which forces? 2
Q4 (xxi) In which year was the first Assamese newspaper Arunodoi published? Who was the editor of the first edition? 2
Q4 (xxxiv) What is Ojapali? 2
Q4 (xxvi) Name the authors of the books, Katha Guru Charita and Kadam-Kali. 2
Questions from APSC Mains 2016 GS Paper
“Sardar Patel accomplished a silent revolution by ensuring the absorption and assimilation of a multitude of principalities without shedding even a drop of blood.” Discuss. 16 Analyze critically that Buddha’s teachiongs to a large extent could be helpful in understanding and resolving the problems of today’s society. 16 India has had its cultural and trade relations with nations of South Asia since ancient time. Illustrates with examples. 16 Discuss the salient features of Harappan culture. Write the causes of it’s decline 16 How external invasions influence the art and culture of India in post-Mauryan period? 16 Short note on ‘Gamosa’ and it’s significance in Assamese society. 8 What policies did the Ahoms adopted towards the frontiers tribes 8 Write about the significance of ‘Japi’ in Assamese society. 5 Distinguish between culture and civilization 5 Assess the development of science and technology in Mughal period 5 Write briefly about the position of women in medieval Assamese society. 5 Name the states of India in which Garga and Tamasha dance form originated 2 What is the meaning of ‘Bhatima’ 2 What are the Zikirs and Zaris 2 What is the other name of ‘Naam Ghosa’? Why is it so called? 2 What do you know about ‘Bhatheli festival’ 2 Name the authors of Akbarnama and Harshacharita 2 Name two leaders of Santhal uprising ( 1855) 2 Name two tea gardens of Maniram Dewan 2 What is Ali-Aye-ligang? 2 In which year the Battle of Saraighat was fought and who was the Ahom king at that time? 2
Questions from APSC Mains 2015 GS Paper
Main recommendation of Cabinet Mission Plan? Describe Assam’s fight against grouping system
Genesis of Brahmo Samaj? Assess it’s role in socio-religious changes in 19th century India
Political Org during Rig Vedic period? Changes occurred during later Vedic period
Discuss status and role of ‘Namghar’ in social and cultural life of Assam
short note ‘Malinithan’ of Arunachal Pradesh
why Bengal Partitioned in 1905
Meaning of ‘Dimasa’
Chihnyatra?
Why was Redcliff Committee Appointed?
When province of Eastern Bengal and Assam created? Capital?
ruler of Kamarupa during Hiuen Tsang’s visit?
Who is known as ‘Bamuni Konwar’
‘Bathow Puja’
Questions from APSC Mains 2014 GS Paper
circumstances leading to Treaty of Yandabo? Why it’s a major landmark in Assam history?
16
chief teaching of Buddha? How far was Buddhism a reform movement within Hinduism
16
Discuss civilization of Gupta Era? Why it’s called Golden Era of India?
16
cause for downfall of Mauryan empire? How far was Ashoka responsible ?
8
brief account of ‘Namghar’ and ‘Manikut’ of Assamese society
8
Effect of british rule in Assam
5
‘Pongal’ celebrated in ? it’s significance?
5
note on Fahien’s Account of India
5
who is Ajan Fakir?
2
Rani Laskhmi Bai
2
Questions from APSC Mains 2002 GS Paper
Do beauty contests help the cause of women 2
Mean by classics 2
Status of satryia dance 2
Chief contribution of – Jayadeva, Ramanuja, Dara Shikoh 6
Short ans 5
Which period of ancient Indian history ‘Golden Age’ and Why ? highlight socio-cultural achievements of the period 8
Questions from APSC Mains 1999 GS Paper
Salient features of Assam Accord? What extent are these implemented 7
Diff between folk dance and classical dance, 5
Cause of decline of Buddhism in India 3
Sivaji – character as a man and administrator 3
How British inducted communalism in Indian Polity to subvert Indian national movement 3
6th century BS in India is a period of intellectual ferment and religious upheaval – Elucidate 3
166 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series
166 marksworth Questions were asked inAPSC CCE (Main) 2018 – Political Science Paper 1 which were asked in our APSC Mains Test Series 2018 (Pol. Sc. Optional). This is a testimony to our continuous efforts to provide the best quality materials for the APSC Prelims and Mains Exam 2018 to assist better preparation of the aspirants.
APSC CCE (Main) 2018 Political Science - Paper I
PART – A
Answer any eight questions from the following within 250 words each: 20 x 8 = 160
Q1. Discuss the nature and scope of political science. Discuss in details the legal approach to the study of political science. 10+10=20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 5: Q1 (10 Marks)
Q2. What are the different theories of the origin of the State? Discuss the evolutionary theory of the origin of the State? 10+10=20
Q3. Discuss the essential elements of a State. Discuss the difference between State and Society. 10+10=20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 1: Q2 (20 Marks)
Q4. Discuss the difference between unitary and federal forms of government. Write the characteristics of a federal form of government. 10+10=20
Q5. What are the pre-requisites of a parliamentary form of government? Discuss its merits. 10+10=20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 7: Q1 (10 Marks)
Q6. Discuss critically the pluralist theory of sovereignty. 20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 2: Q7 (20 Marks)
Q7. Discuss the functions of the judiciary. What do you mean by judicial review? Discuss its importance. 10+5+5=20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: Q5 (15 Marks)
Q8. Discuss the social contract theory with reference to Hobbes, Locke and Rousseau. 20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 7: Q13 (20 Marks)
Q9. What do you mean by a Welfare State? Discuss the functions of a Welfare State. 10+10=20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 5: Q9 and Test 1: Q4 (10 Marks)
Q10. Discuss the theory of separation of power. How far is this theory applicable in India? 10+10= 20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 2: Q3 (20 Marks)
Q11. What do you mean by the term ’function of the State’? Critically evaluate the ‘Laissez-faire theory of the State. 20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 1: Q5 And Test 5: Q11 (5 Marks)
Q12. Define ‘Sovereignty’. Discuss the different kinds of sovereignty. 5+15=20
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 5: Q9 (20 Marks)
PART – B
Answer any five questions from the following within 150 words each:
Q13. Discuss Aristotle’s theory on revolution. 8
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test SeriesTest 1: Q9. (8 Marks)
Q14. Discuss Plato’s conception of Justice. What are the demerits of Platonic justice? 4+4=8
Q15. Discuss Marx’s theory on Class Struggle. 8
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 1: Q10. (8 Marks)
Q16. Discuss J. S. Mill’s view on liberty. 8
Q17. Explain the concept of Satyagraha. What are its techniques? 4+4=8
Q18. Discuss the merits of Presidential form of government. 8
Q19. What is law? What are the various sources of law? 4+4=8
Q20. Discuss the importance of study of Political Science. How does it differ from History? 4+4=8
A total questions worth 166 Marks in APSC CC(Mains) Exam 2018 – Polity Paper 1, were matched with the questions of our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series.
Q2. India has recently joined the Nuclear Triad club. What is Nuclear Triad? Discuss its significance to India’s security. (in 150 Words) 4+8= 12 Marks
Q3. Write a short-note on the forest resources on Assam. (in 100 Words) 8 Marks
NOTE: Learners please write the answers and review others’ answer , which will ultimately improve the answer writer, reviewer and most importantly the answer itself.
