UPPSC MAINS 2018 Paper-1

Points to Remember: Volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis are all geological phenomena often linked through plate tectonics. Volcanic eruptions have multiple causes, primarily related to plate boundaries and magma movement. Understanding these relationships is crucial for disaster preparedness and mitigation. Introduction: Volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis are powerful natural events capable of causing widespread devastation. While seemingly … Read more How are volcano, earthquake, and tsunami related to each other? Highlight all the possible causes for volcanic eruptions.

Points to Remember: Driving forces of ocean currents: Wind, temperature differences, salinity differences, Earth’s rotation (Coriolis effect), and the shape of ocean basins. Major Atlantic Ocean Currents: Gulf Stream, North Atlantic Drift, Canary Current, Labrador Current, Brazil Current, Benguela Current, etc. Understanding their direction and impact on climate. Introduction: Ocean currents are continuous, directed movements … Read more Mention the factors responsible for the origins of ocean currents and name the currents of the Atlantic Ocean.

Points to Remember: Globalization’s definition and multifaceted nature. Its impact on Indian social structure: positive and negative aspects. Specific examples illustrating these impacts. Policy recommendations for mitigating negative impacts and harnessing positive ones. Introduction: Globalization, a complex and multifaceted process, refers to the increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of countries through the exchange of goods, services, … Read more What is globalization? Discuss its impact on the social structure of India.

Points to Remember: Target Groups: Identify the specific groups the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Policy (2018) aimed to attract and benefit. Policy Objectives: Understand the overarching goals the policy sought to achieve through targeting these groups. Implementation Strategies: Note how the policy planned to reach and engage its target groups. Introduction: The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Policy … Read more Give an account of the primary targets of Uttar Pradesh Tourism Policy (2018).

Points to Remember: Definition and formation of air masses. Classification based on temperature and moisture. Characteristics of different air mass types. Impact of air masses on weather patterns. Introduction: An air mass is a large body of air, typically several hundred kilometers across and several kilometers thick, that is relatively uniform in temperature and moisture … Read more What is an air mass? Describe its chief characteristics.

Points to Remember: The immediate causes of the 1857 revolt. The long-term causes rooted in British policies. The impact of the revolt on British rule in India. The consequences for Indian society and politics. The legacy of 1857 and its lasting impact on the Indian freedom struggle. Introduction: The assertion that the Revolt of 1857 … Read more “Revolt of 1857 was a turning point in Indian History.” Analyse.

Points to Remember: Secularism’s definition and various interpretations in India. Secularism’s role in protecting minority rights. Challenges to secularism in India (communalism, religious polarization). The importance of secularism for a liberal democracy. Potential policy recommendations to strengthen secularism. Introduction: The statement “Secularism as an orientation and a set of practices is indispensable to India’s future … Read more “Secularism as an orientation and a set of practices is indispensable to India’s future as a liberal democracy.” Discuss.

Points to Remember: Globalization’s multifaceted impact on Indian women: both positive and negative consequences. Increased economic opportunities vs. exploitation and vulnerability. Changing social norms vs. persistence of traditional patriarchal structures. Role of technology and access to information. Need for policy interventions to ensure equitable benefits. Introduction: Globalization, the increasing interconnectedness of nations through trade, technology, … Read more Discuss the impact of globalization on the status of women in Indian society by citing suitable examples.

Points to Remember: Greenhouse effect and its role in global warming. Human activities contributing to increased greenhouse gas emissions. Impacts of global warming on various aspects of life (climate, ecosystems, human health, economy). Mitigation and adaptation strategies to address global warming. International collaborations and agreements. Introduction: Global warming refers to the long-term heating of Earth’s … Read more Write a note on Global Warming.

Points to Remember: Geographical boundaries of Bundelkhand. Cultural characteristics: language, religion, art, architecture, folk traditions. Historical influences shaping the culture. Socio-economic aspects influencing cultural practices. Challenges to cultural preservation. Introduction: Bundelkhand, a culturally rich region in central India, lacks precise geographical definition. Historically, it encompassed parts of present-day Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh states, with … Read more Give a geographical account of Bundelkhand as a cultural region.