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- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಯಾವುದಾದರೂ ಎರಡು ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Regional Dialects
- ಮೋರೆಯ ಪರಿಗಳ್ ಭೋರಂದೋಲರಂತ ಮಂಗಳ ಗೀತಿಗಳ್ ನೇರೆಯ ಗಣಿಕಾವೀರಂ ಬಂಡಾಡೆ ಪುಣ್ಯಜಲಂಗಳಂ ತರಿಸಿ ಮಿನಿಸುತಾಗಳ್ ತಾಂ ತನ್ನ ಕಯ್ಯೋಳ್ ಕಟ್ಟಿದಂ ಕುರುಪತಿವೃಂದಂ ಕರ್ಣಂಗಾ ವೀರಪಟ್ಟದ ಪಟ್ಟಮಂ2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಆಶಯ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- Owing to paucity of time, a university professor generates a Ph.D. evaluation report using Artificial Intelligence and submits it with some modifications. Discuss this from the perspective of accountability and integrity.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · AI, Accountability and Academic Integrity
- What do you mean by Digital Rupee? In this context, explain the working and progress of India's Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).2026 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Digital Rupee and CBDC
- Right to privacy relating to self-identity is very dear to every human being and well protected under Article 21 of the Constitution. In this context, examine the effect of the amendment in 2026, to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Privacy, Gender Identity and Transgender Rights
- Analyze the importance of Ashokan inscriptions for reconstructing Mauryan history.2026 · Mains GS1 · History · Ashokan Inscriptions and Mauryan History
- Oxymorons reflect the ironies of life.2026 · Essay · Philosophy · Paradox and Human Experience
- ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯಂ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ‘ದುಶ್ಯಾಸನ ವಧೆ’ ಪ್ರಸಂಗದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಹಿಂಸೆಯ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Vikramarjuna Vijaya
- ಉಟ್ಟುದ ತೋರದವಂಗ ಉರೇನು, ಕಾಡೇನು? ನಮ್ಮಸಂತಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಕುಲವೇನು, ಫಲವೇನು? ಹುಟ್ಟುಗೇಡಾತಂಗ ಪುಣ್ಯವೇನು, ಪಾಪವೇನು? ಅದು ಕೆಟ್ಟದು, ಅದು ಕೆಟ್ಟದು ನಿನ್ನ ನೀನೆರೆಯದ ದಿಟ್ಟ ಬಯಲಲ್ಲಿ ಬಿದ್ದೆಯಲ್ಲಾ ಅಜಗಣ್ಣ ತಂದೆ!2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ವಚನ/ಭಕ್ತಿಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಆಶಯ
- A business house is working on a project that could displace a forest community from their habitat. As the administrative officer of that district, what ethical challenges are you likely to face?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Development, Displacement and Environmental Justice
- Examine the view that financial inclusion is an integral part of social and economic inclusion in a country like India. Also throw light on the usefulness of the R.B.I.'s Financial Inclusion Index.2026 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Financial Inclusion and RBI FI-Index
- “Women as a class neither belong to a minority group nor are they regarded as forming a backward class.” In the light of this statement, discuss the evolution of women's reservation from local bodies to Parliament.2026 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Women’s Political Representation
- Discuss the impact of Macaulay's Minute on colonial administration and education in India.2026 · Mains GS1 · History · Macaulay Minute and Colonial Education
- A grateful mind is very beautiful.2026 · Essay · Ethics · Gratitude and Character
- ಸತ್ಯಧರ್ಮಗಳ ನಿತ್ಯವು ಬೋಧಿಸೆ ತೊಟ್ಟಿನ ಮನಸಿಗೆ ಸೊಗಸೀತೆ ತತ್ತ್ವದ ಅರ್ಥವು ಎಚ್ಚರದಿ ಕೇಳೆ ಕತ್ತೆಯ ಚಿತ್ತಕೆ ಹೇಳಿತೆ ಪುಳ್ಳೆ ಬೊಂಬೆಯ ಚಿತ್ರದಿ ಬಣ್ಣಿಸಿ ಮತ್ತು ಕೊಟ್ಟರೆ ಮಾತನಾದೀತೇ ಕತ್ತರಿ ತೀರ್ಕವನೋತಿ ಫಲಯೋಜಿದ ಅರ್ಥಿಯ ತೋರದ ಇದ್ದೀತೇ2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ತತ್ತ್ವ
- ‘ಶರಣಸತಿ - ಲಿಂಗಪತಿ’ ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆ ವಚನಗಳ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ?2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · Sharansasati-Lingapati
- An endangered tribe has developed a severe skeletal deformity. A university research has identified a mineral supplement as a possible remedy, though clinical trials are yet to be conducted. Should the District Magistrate (DM) use this research on the tribe? Discuss from the perspective of medical and administrative ethics.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Medical and Administrative Ethics in Vulnerable Communities
- Describe the various Technology Missions initiated in Indian agriculture and examine their role in food security.2026 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Technology Missions and Food Security
- Examine whether the constitutional office of the Lok Sabha Speaker has become vulnerable to partisan politics under the current anti-defection regime. What institutional changes are required to ensure the neutrality of the Lok Sabha Speaker in managing a polarised House?2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Speaker and Anti-Defection
- The significance of the Gandhian movements lay in the masses they mobilized. Elucidate.2026 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhian Mass Mobilisation
- A thorn is a changed bud.2026 · Essay · Philosophy · Adversity and Transformation
- ಸರಳ ಕೊರತೆಯೋ ಸಾರಧಿಯ ಮ ತ್ತುರವೋ ರಥದ ವಿಘಾತಿಯೋ ದು ರ್ಧರ ಧನುರ್ಭಂಗವೋ ಮಹಾಸ್ತ್ರ ವ್ಯಧೆಯೋ ರವಿಸುತನ ಹುರಳು ಗೆಡಿಸಿದಿರಂತು ರಿಪುರಾ ಯರಿಗೆ ನಾವ್ ಗೋಚರವ ದುರಿತೋ ತ್ತುರವಪ್ಪನೆಲೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಕಡೆಯಿತು ಶಿವಶಿವಾ ಎಂದ2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಯುದ್ಧಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ದೇವರ ನಡುವಿನ ಸಂಬಂಧ ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿದೆ ?2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa
- Discuss how national security can be balanced with concerns of human rights.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · National Security and Human Rights
- Explain the factors responsible for inefficiency of agri-produce marketing. How e-commerce helps to reduce inefficiency of agri-produce marketing? Explain.2026 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agri-Marketing and E-Commerce
- Is the right to vote a fundamental right? Discuss the position of the Election Commission of India while undertaking the revision of electoral rolls. Can it also examine the question of citizenship of voters?2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Right to Vote, Electoral Rolls and Citizenship
- What is the Fujiwhara effect? Explain its impact on the movement and intensity of tropical cyclones.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Fujiwhara Effect and Tropical Cyclones
- When two elephants fight, it is the grass that gets trampled.2026 · Essay · International Relations · Power, Conflict and the Vulnerable
- ನವ್ಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ದೊರೆತ ಪಶ್ಚಿಮದ ಪ್ರೇರಣೆಗಳು.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Navya Movement
- ಕೊಡದ ಸಾಲಂದದ ಮುಗಿಲು ಕಾಮನಬಿಲ್ಲ ಬಡಿಗಿಯಂ ಬಡಿಯ ದ್ವಾರಗಳು ಒಡೆದಂತೆ ಗುಡುಗಾಡುವೊಳಗಿದ್ದ ನೀರು ತೋ ಟ್ಟಿದುವಂತೆ ಕರೆಯದು ವೃಷ್ಟಿ2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪ್ರಕೃತಿ ವರ್ಣನೆ - ಪದ್ಯ
- Dr. B. R. Ambedkar had cautioned that employing civil disobedience within a constitutional democracy equates to endorsing ‘anarchy’. How should modern democracies navigate the ethical dilemmas posed by civil disobedience movements that aim to promote social justice against policies that may raise genuine concerns?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Disobedience and Constitutional Morality
- Explain by giving two examples, how biotechnology has helped the Indian farmers in processing their perishable crops.2026 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Biotechnology in Processing Perishable Crops
- Do constitutional bodies like the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) and the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) possess adequate enforcement powers to secure substantive social equality? Suggest measures to enhance their institutional effectiveness.2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · NCSC and NCST Institutional Effectiveness
- Tundra regions are ecologically fragile but economically important. Examine this statement critically.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Tundra Ecology and Resources
- Nature is the symbol of the spirit.2026 · Essay · Philosophy · Nature, Meaning and the Human Spirit
- ಪಂಪ ಕವಿಯ ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರದ ಮೂಲಕ ವೀರಯುಗದ ಶೌರ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ತ್ಯಾಗದ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪ - ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರ
- ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷಾ ಕುಟುಂಬಕ್ಕೆ ಸೇರಿದ ಭಾಷೆಗಳ ಸಾದೃಶ್ಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · South Dravidian Languages
- In what ways can an Indian Administrative Officer apply Gandhi’s notion of ‘trusteeship’ to ensure fairness in governance?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Gandhian Trusteeship in Public Administration
- Distinguish between a Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR) and a thermal nuclear reactor. In the context of first indigenously developed prototype FBR at Kalpakkam, explain the term “criticality”. What are its implications for clean energy future of our country?2026 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Fast Breeder Reactor and Criticality
- Does India's tribal development policy reflect the aspirations for a socially grounded and equity-based governance? Justify your answer.2026 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Tribal Development and Equity-Based Governance
- Discuss the role of aeolian processes in desertification and land degradation.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Aeolian Processes and Land Degradation
- A well-educated mind will always have more questions than answers.2026 · Essay · Education · Inquiry, Knowledge and Intellectual Humility
- ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಚೋರನೆಂಬ ರಿಸಿಯ ಕಳ್ಳತನದ ತಂತ್ರಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಪರಿಣಾಮಗಳನ್ನು ಸಮಕಾಲೀನ ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ - ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಚೋರ
- ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯಕ್ಕೂ ಮಾರ್ಕ್ಸ್ವಾದಕ್ಕೂ ಇರುವ ಸಂಬಂಧವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Progressive Literature and Marxism
- Shakespeare in Henry IV says, “The arms are fair when the intent of bearing them is just”. What ethical implications does this have in governance?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Just Intent, Means and Governance
- Discuss how the contradiction between “rapid infrastructure development” and “disaster-risk reduction” in ecologically-sensitive areas of India can be managed, with suitable examples.2026 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Infrastructure and Disaster-Risk Reduction
- Malnutrition in India is not merely a public health concern; it is also a challenge of social equity, human development and effective welfare governance. Discuss.2026 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Malnutrition and Welfare Governance
- Water resources are both an asset and a source of conflict in South Asia. Examine this statement giving examples.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Water Resources and Conflict in South Asia
- Shelving hard decisions is the least ethical course.2026 · Essay · Ethics · Decision-making and Moral Responsibility
- ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿರುವ ಉದಾತ್ತ ರಾವಣನ ಪಾತ್ರ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Nagachandra Ravana
- ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿಯ ಸ್ತ್ರೀ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ ಸ್ವಾತಂತ್ರ್ಯವನ್ನು ಆಕೆಯ ವಚನಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ ವಚನಗಳು
- Citing the serious adverse effects of long-term medication, a doctor convinces the family of a female patient for surgery. This led the patient to reluctantly consent for the surgery, though her original choice was to opt for medication. Explain the concepts of paternalism and beneficence by analysing the doctor’s action.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Paternalism, Beneficence and Patient Autonomy
- Discuss the aim and goals of Kunming-Montreal global biodiversity framework. Mention India's commitments and initiatives to achieve the goals and targets of this framework giving suitable examples.2026 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
- Analyse the advantages and limitations of the generalist structure of the Indian Civil Services in contemporary governance.2026 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Generalist Civil Services
- Unity in diversity remains the defining feature of Indian society despite the challenges from communalism and regionalism. Comment.2026 · Mains GS1 · Indian Society · Unity in Diversity, Communalism and Regionalism
- A good leader is one who follows the followers.2026 · Essay · Governance · Leadership, Listening and Democratic Legitimacy
- ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಕರ್ಣ ಮತ್ತು ಅರ್ಜುನರ ಯುದ್ಧ ಪ್ರಸಂಗದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಯುದ್ಧ ನೀತಿಯ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ - ಯುದ್ಧನೀತಿ
- ಜನ್ನನ ‘ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆ’ ಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಕಾಮದ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Yashodhara Charite
- Efficiency is doing things right, while effectiveness is doing the right thing. How do you strike a balance between the two to enhance productivity?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Efficiency and Effectiveness in Administration
- In the Indian context, explain how fake news and disinformation pose a threat to Internal Security and Public Order. In this regard, discuss salient features of amendments in respect of Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021.2026 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Fake News, Disinformation and IT Rules
- “IPMDA (Indo-Pacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness) bridges the gap between India's SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision and the Quad's collective Indo-Pacific strategy.” Make a critical assessment of the statement focusing on IPMDA.2026 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · IPMDA, SAGAR and Quad Maritime Strategy
- How do you understand disability? Substantiate the need for inclusive policy framework in India in this regard.2026 · Mains GS1 · Indian Society · Disability and Inclusive Policy
- ನವೋದಯ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯವು ಆಧುನಿಕತೆಗೆ ಮುಖಾಮುಖಿಯಾದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Navodaya and Modernity
- “ಮಾಡಿ ತಲ್ಲಣ ಪೂಜೆಯಾಗಿ, ಆಡಿ ತಲ್ಲಣ ಸ್ತುತಿಯಾಗಿ” - ಎಂಬ ಮಾತು ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ಜೀವನದಲ್ಲಿ ಉಂಟುಮಾಡಿದ ಪರಿಣಾಮಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣ - ಭಕ್ತಿ ಅನುಭವ
- Usually schools, working in remote areas, do not fully comply with government regulations. However, if the rules are enforced strictly, it would lead to most schools closing down. How should an administrator strike a balance between enforcement of rules and educational rights of children?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Rule Enforcement and Right to Education
- Ladakh is strategically located between China and Pakistan. As a measure to win hearts and minds of locals, discuss the Border Area Development Programmes (BADP) by the Central Government and civic actions by the Army. Also discuss demand of promulgation of provision of the Sixth Schedule of constitution for Ladakh.2026 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Ladakh, BADP and Sixth Schedule
- “BRICS acts as a powerful counterweight in global governance, actively amplifying the voice and influence of the Global South.” Explain the role of BRICS in projecting itself as an alternative to other groupings.2026 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · BRICS and Global South
- Do you think digital technology promotes social empowerment? Explain with examples.2026 · Mains GS1 · Indian Society · Digital Technology and Social Empowerment
- ‘ಪದ ಸ್ವೀಕರಣ’ ಎಂದರೇನು ? ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷಾಶಾಸ್ತ್ರ - ಪದ ಸ್ವೀಕರಣ
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಮಾನತೆಯ ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆ ಹೇಗೆ ಬಿಂಬಿತವಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸರು - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಮಾನತೆ
- In international relations, ethical considerations are often subjugated to the strategic interests of nation-states. Discuss this from an ethical perspective.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics and National Interest in International Relations
- Explain the key challenges for India's energy security. What measures do you suggest for ensuring energy security along with economic growth and sustainability?2026 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Energy Security and Sustainable Growth
- Discuss the position of the Governor in the federal polity of India. What is the nature of his power while giving assent to a bill passed by the State Legislature? Is he bound by the aid and advice of his Council of Ministers in all his functions?2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Governor, Assent to Bills and Aid and Advice
- Vijayanagara architecture exemplifies the amalgamation of past traditions with contemporary practices. Elucidate with examples.2026 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Vijayanagara Architecture
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಹಳಮೆಯನ್ನು ನಿದರ್ಶನಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಖಚಿತ ಪಡಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Antiquity of Kannada
- ಭರತ-ಬಾಹುಬಲಿ ಯುದ್ಧದ ಪ್ರಸಂಗದಲ್ಲಿನ ಬದಲಾವಣೆ ಕುರಿತು ಕವಿ ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿ ಪ್ರಕಟಿಸಿರುವ ವೈಚಿತ್ರ್ಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿ - ಭರತ ಬಾಹುಬಲಿ
- On the request of his Personal Assistant (PA), the District Magistrate (DM) stops the transfer of a schoolteacher who takes private tuition for his daughter diagnosed with learning disability. In this context, discuss the aspects of empathy versus compliance with rules.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Empathy, Rules and Conflict of Interest
- How are startups in India promoting entrepreneurship, innovation and employment? Discuss the global and domestic challenges in their working and suggest suitable measures to overcome these challenges.2026 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Startups, Innovation and Employment
- What is meant by judicial legislation? In this context, discuss the verdicts of the apex court allowing “passive euthanasia” and a “living will”.2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Judicial Legislation, Passive Euthanasia and Living Will
- Linguistic reorganization of Indian States was driven by popular pressure from below. Comment.2026 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence History · Linguistic Reorganisation of States
- ಬಸವಣ್ಣನವರ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸುಧಾರಣೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಬಸವಣ್ಣನ ವಚನಗಳು
- ಕನ್ನಡ ದಲಿತ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲೆ ಗಾಂಧಿ - ಅಂಬೇಡ್ಕರ್ ಲೋಹಿಯಾ ಪ್ರಭಾವ ಬೀರಿದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit Literature · Gandhi Ambedkar Lohia Influence
- Some moral philosophers argue that spending some of your resources—without significantly affecting your financial stability—to help other people who badly suffer is our moral duty and not merely a matter of charity. Justify this claim by explaining the distinction between duty and charity.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Duty, Charity and Positive Moral Obligations
- How Indian agriculture has been transformed from food scarcity to food surplus level? Explain the various government policies implemented for diversification of Indian agriculture.2026 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · From Food Scarcity to Surplus and Diversification
- How far has the Indian federal framework been successful in accommodating regional and cultural diversities? Highlight the role of asymmetric federalism and suggest measures to make dispute resolution mechanisms more effective.2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Asymmetric Federalism and Diversity
- The model of planned economy was adopted in India to address the regional imbalances left behind by colonial rule. Comment.2026 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence History · Planned Economy and Regional Imbalances
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಬಿಂಬಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಭಾವಗಳನ್ನು, ನೋವುಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸರು - ಭಾವಲೋಕ
- ಕುಲದ ಹಿರಿಮೆ ನಿರಸನಗೊಂಡು ಸ್ವಜ್ಞಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ಸತ್ಯದರ್ಶನವಾದ ಘಟನೆಯ ಧ್ವನ್ಯಾರ್ಥವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Literary Tradition · ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ-ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮಿಕ ಧ್ವನ್ಯಾರ್ಥ
- Lata, a mother of two children, was admitted to a hospital for acute abdominal pain. Her sister-in-law, Sujatha, accompanied her. Dr. Mansi examined Lata and recommended a diagnostic laparoscopy. Lata’s consent was taken to conduct the medical procedure under general anesthesia. During the laparoscopy, Dr. Mansi’s team discovered a tumor in Lata’s uterus. A closer examination suggested that the tumor could be malignant. One option before Dr. Mansi was to extract a sample for biopsy. In that case, if the tumor was malignant, Lata would have to undergo another surgery for removal of the uterus. An alternative was to remove the uterus immediately. Dr. Mansi had to take a quick decision. As Lata was under general anesthesia, Dr. Mansi explained the situation to Sujatha. Sujatha agreed with Dr. Mansi’s recommendations for a hysterectomy, wherein Lata’s uterus would be removed to avoid the risk and pain of undergoing another surgery. Dr. Mansi removed Lata’s uterus after receiving Sujatha’s consent in writing. Lata was informed of this the next day. She was very upset and felt betrayed as she had not consented to the removal of her uterus. Lata complained to the police who tried to convince her that Dr. Mansi had acted with good intention to help a patient. Sujatha was of the same opinion, however Lata was not convinced and decided to approach the court. (a) Discuss the ethical issues involved in this case. (b) Discuss the moral conduct of the doctor in this situation.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Medical Consent, Autonomy and Beneficence
- Discuss the different types of subsidies and supports provided by the Government of India to agricultural sector. Examine the related issues pertaining to Agreement on Agriculture of World Trade Organisation (WTO).2026 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agricultural Subsidies and WTO Agreement on Agriculture
- Examine how the separation of powers is practised in India compared to the rigid presidential model of the United States of America. In this context, compare the actual authority of the Indian Prime Minister with that of the President of the USA.2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Separation of Powers: India and USA
- Compare the Loo, Chinook and Foehn winds with respect to their regions of prevalence, their nature and climatic impacts.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Loo Chinook and Foehn Winds
- ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ‘ರೀತಿ’ಯ ಮಹತ್ವ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Riti
- ಶೂದ್ರತಪಸ್ವಿ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿನ ಶಂಬೂಕನ ಪಾತ್ರ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಶೂದ್ರತಪಸ್ವಿ - ಶಂಬೂಕ
- Ravi is a senior police officer with vast experience in riot control and cyber-policing. Since one year, he has been the Superintendent of Police (SP) of a district with a history of frequent rioting. Last year, Ravi had sought installation of an AI enabled software for predictive policing. This system has been operational for approximately six months. This new system employs advanced algorithms for capturing the biometric data of persons in a crowd and swiftly relating it to a data library. This has enabled the police to identify the persons involved in various crimes. The system has identified an immigrant and low-income neighbourhood as a centre for gang violence and drug trafficking. Aided by this AI analysis, the local police has focused its patrolling, preventive detentions and establishing checkpoints. Consequently, public order and law enforcement has visibly improved. Last week, some community leaders, civil rights lawyers and human rights activists visited Ravi’s office. They submitted a memorandum that the new system is faulty as it is based on incorrect historical data caused by social biases and discriminatory policing. The memorandum also alleges that the increased surveillance has created a climate of tension amongst residents. This feeling is aggravated by the fact that the residents are not aware of the data noted against their names. (a) What are the ethical issues including biases involved in the use of AI in data-driven policing? (b) Place yourself in Ravi’s role and discuss the alternatives available. Justify the action that optimises compliance with ethics.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · AI Bias, Privacy and Predictive Policing
- Mention salient features of “Mission Drishti”. Discuss the imaging techniques used in the satellite launched on 3rd May 2026. Why it is being considered world's first satellite of its kind?2026 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Mission Drishti and OptoSAR
- To what extent do pressure groups, social movements and corporate lobbies deepen pluralistic democracy in India by representing excluded interests? Analyse whether the growing convergence of corporate wealth and political power poses a threat to the autonomy of formal democratic institutions.2026 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Pressure Groups, Corporate Power and Democracy
- Analyze the role of satellite-based technologies in achieving climate-smart agriculture and food security in India.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Satellite Technology and Climate-Smart Agriculture
- ಪಿ. ಲಂಕೇಶರ ‘ನಿಮ್ಮತ್ತರು’ ಕಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗುವ ನಿಜ ಸ್ವರೂಪ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪಿ. ಲಂಕೇಶ್ ಕಥೆ
- ‘ಮಿಶೆಲ್ ಫುಕೋ’ನ ಡಿಸ್ಕೋರ್ಸ್ (Discourse) ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Theory · Foucault Discourse
- Seema is a senior bureaucrat with a reputation of honesty and professional efficiency. She has recently been posted as the District Collector (DC) to Surinder Nagar, where a large industrial area is being established. The new industrial area had caused many farmers to submit applications for change of land use (CLU) to convert their farmlands into residential areas. There is an unusually large backlog of these applications awaiting processing. Seema noticed that some applications had been approved selectively with no visible chronological pattern. The case files showed a few complaints of some approvals being subject to receipt of large bribes from the applicants. On further fact-finding, Seema realized that a small group of touts was controlling this illegal activity through some subordinate officials in the Collectorate. This had created a fear in the other employees who were reluctant to process any application. The resultant backlog has been piling up thereby hindering local economic progress and causing public dissatisfaction. Seema was faced with a major moral and administrative challenge of dismantling this corruption network without hampering daily administrative operations. An aggressive internal investigation would result in institutional resistance and, possibly, a backlash from labour unions. Conversely, ignoring this situation would encourage the wrongdoers and unnecessarily continue this avoidable harassment to the populace. (a) What are the ethical issues involved in this case? (b) Discuss the options open to Seema. Identify the recommended option and justify it.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corruption, Probity and Administrative Reform
- What is agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Explain its working. Describe its applications with suitable examples. Discuss the advantages, risks and challenges associated with agentic AI systems.2026 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Agentic Artificial Intelligence
- “Transparency and accountability in governance are not about controlling corruption but about creating the trust of stakeholders in the policy process by following the Rule of Law and Participatory Governance.” Comment.2026 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Transparency, Accountability and Trust
- The centre of global trade is gradually shifting from the Atlantic region to the Indo-Pacific region. Examine this statement.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Indo-Pacific Shift in Global Trade
- ‘ಕೊರವನೀಗದ’ ಕಥನ ಗೀತ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಜನಪದ ಕಥನಗೀತ
- ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ಕಾಲದ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Hoysala Architecture
- Vikas is a government officer with over a decade of service in public administration. He has recently moved as the District Collector (DC) of Nainipura, a remote hilly district bordering a forest. Due to Nainipura’s low levels of economic development, one of his major duties is to ensure proper functioning of the public distribution system (PDS) amongst the economically weaker sections (EWS). During his on-site visits, Vikas was apprised of a typical administrative challenge in operating the PDS. To prevent leakages, all distributors were required to carry out real-time biometric identification of the beneficiaries, whose fingerprints were tallied with identity card records. This was creating problems as the operating system sometimes rejected fingerprint matching in the cases of growing children, manual labourers and senior citizens. The problem was further compounded in periods of low WIFI connectivity. The distributors, in such cases, resorted to personal discretion when they could identify the recipient. Vikas had to address this problem on priority. Strictly adhering to ‘government regulations’ would ensure fiscal probity but would greatly trouble the proposed beneficiary, i.e., EWS. It may even impinge on their fundamental right to life as per Article 21 of the Constitution. Conversely, leaving the resolution solely to the discretion of the distributors could lead to misuse and leakages. (a) What are the options open to Vikas? How should he balance fiscal probity with empathy towards the designated beneficiaries? (b) Discuss the ethics of using technology as a gatekeeper for welfare schemes.2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Technology, Exclusion and Welfare Delivery
- What are the challenges to solid waste management in India? Discuss the governmental policy framework on solid waste management. Discuss the success/failure cases of Delhi and Indore cities highlighting the salient feature of their solid waste management initiatives.2026 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Solid Waste Management, Delhi and Indore
- Can the constitutional mandate of rights-based welfare be effectively realised in the context of non-integrated governance and minimal public investment? Examine.2026 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Rights-Based Welfare and State Capacity
- Analyze the major drivers of human-induced land-use changes in India and their geographical consequences.2026 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Human-Induced Land-Use Change in India
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ಸಂಗೀತಕ್ಕೆ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Karnataka Music
- ವಿಲಿಯಂ ಥಾಂಸ್ ಮತ್ತು ಜಾನಪದ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಜಾನಪದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ - ವಿಲಿಯಂ ಥಾಂಸ್
- Rajapuram is a border district. Jhara and Biru, its two major communities are in continual conflict with each other. The social fabric is fractured and demands mending. Ethnic tensions between the two communities have erupted into violence resulting in a large number of deaths. The stated causes are conflicting land claims, uneven resource allocation and inadequate political representation in government bodies. Separate relief camps had to be created for the two communities. The situation is volatile and appears to be getting out of control. Rajan has been appointed the District Magistrate (DM) of Rajapuram and tasked to quickly get the situation under control. His immediate tasks include restoring administrative authority, reopening the highway and initiating peace talks. On taking over his appointment, Rajan realized that the inter-community rivalry had even seeped into the local administration and police. With functional neutrality being the immediate casualty, it had made both communities distrustful of the government. The neighbouring country could utilize the opportunity to spur insurgent activity and further aggravate the situation. Rajan favoured a controlled approach starting with opening the highway to restore food and medical supplies. He toyed with the idea of requisitioning CRPF units to help restore administrative control. (a) Discuss the ethical issues that need to be addressed in this case. (b) What are the options open to Rajan? Which option would ensure protection of his non-partisan image without compromising ethics?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Administrative Neutrality in Ethnic Conflict
- “Community participation is the cornerstone of effective disaster management”. Analyse this statement with suitable examples from India. Also discuss the challenges to community participation and measures to strengthen it.2026 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Community Participation in Disaster Management
- Should education be treated primarily as a welfare obligation of the state or as a strategic investment for building a globally competitive, knowledge-driven nation? Critically evaluate.2026 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Education as Welfare and Strategic Investment
- Is caste disappearing in urban India? Illustrate your answer with examples.2026 · Mains GS1 · Indian Society · Caste and Urbanisation
- ಆಧುನಿಕ ಪೂರ್ವ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮದ ಪ್ರತಿನಿಧೀಕರಣ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Jain Representation
- ಒಗಟುಗಳ ವರ್ಗೀಕರಣ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಜನಪದ ಒಗಟುಗಳು
- Ajit has been recently promoted as the Head of the Department of Weapon Sales (DWS) in the Ministry of Defence Production (MDP). His charter of duties includes international sales of weapons produced domestically by MDP. In two recent wars, MDP weapons have performed admirably, resulting in many countries showing interest in buying them, particularly long-range artillery and missiles. Country A and country B have asked for these weapons. However, production constraints restrict DWS to accept only one purchase order. Country A is a developing nation with a sound technology base. MDP is planning R&D collaboration with it for the next generation of weapons. It is not part of any security alliance and needs weapons for protection from a troublesome neighbour. It seeks a large acquisition on a long-term loan. Country B is also a developing nation. Military strength is its priority, with the military budget often ingressing into allocations for human resources and infrastructure development. It is in security alliance with a superpower who has a large military base there and periodically allots it financial grants. It is a member of an economic bloc with which the government is currently negotiating a free trade agreement. It is not a signatory of NPT but possesses smaller nuclear weapons and delivery systems. It supports some guerrilla forces abroad. It has sought a smaller acquisition and is prepared to make some advance payment. It is currently negotiating arms purchases from another nation too. Ajit discussed this case with his counterparts in the related departments. Therein, the significant economic benefits, employment generation and stronger diplomatic relations arising from this sale were highlighted. It was also emphasized that refusing the deal could result in country B purchasing weapons from some other supplier. Ajit was aware that in arms sales, due diligence at each stage was pivotal to ensure conformity to national policy and international treaties. (a) Discuss the options available to Ajit. Which option should he select and why? (b) How can Ajit balance nation’s economic and strategic interests with ethical considerations?2026 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics of Arms Exports and Strategic Interest
- Separatist movements have been one of the major factors contributing to militancy and instability in Jammu & Kashmir (J & K). Bring out actions taken by the Government to bring J & K into national mainstream. Discuss pre and post abrogation status of Articles 370 and 35A. Also bring out positive impacts of abrogation of both articles in mainstreaming the state.2026 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Jammu and Kashmir, Separatism and Articles 370/35A
- “India's global diaspora acts as a living bridge, as a critical economic factor and knowledge network in transforming cultural heritage into geopolitical influence and strategic leverage worldwide.” Critically examine this statement.2026 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Indian Diaspora and Strategic Influence
- Critically examine the challenges of demographic transition in contemporary India.2026 · Mains GS1 · Indian Society · Demographic Transition in India
- ಕಾವ್ಯ ಮೀಮಾಂಸೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ‘ಸಹೃದಯ’ ಮತ್ತು ‘ಕಾವ್ಯ ಪ್ರಯೋಜನ’ದ ಕುರಿತ ಚರ್ಚೆಯನ್ನು ಸಂಗ್ರಹಿಸಿ ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Sahrudaya and Kavya Prayojana
- ಸಿದ್ಧಲಿಂಗಯ್ಯನವರ ಕವಿತೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಜನಪದ ಆಶಯಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಸಿದ್ಧಲಿಂಗಯ್ಯ - ಜನಪದ ಆಶಯ
- Discuss counterfeit currency and money laundering as major sources of terror funding in India. State the actions being taken at International level to check these menaces. Highlight the role of Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and methods of compliance by its member states in preventing terror funding.2026 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Terror Funding, Counterfeit Currency, Money Laundering and FATF
- “China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has transformed South Asia from a regional space into a theatre of great power competition.” Analyse the strategic implications of the BRI for India's security and regional influence in South Asia.2026 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · BRI and Great Power Competition in South Asia
- Evaluate the impact of globalization on Indian youths with reference to social, political, economic and cultural spheres.2026 · Mains GS1 · Indian Society · Globalisation and Indian Youth
- ನವ್ಯಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ಭಾಷೆಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ನವ್ಯ ಕಥೆ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಚರಿತ್ರೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಪಾತ್ರವೇನು ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Kalyana Chalukyas
- “ಮಾಧವಿಯ ಪುರುಷ ಶೋಷಣೆಯನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿಭಟಿಸುವ ಆಧುನಿಕ ಮಹಿಳೆ” – ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಮಾಧವಿ - ಮಹಿಳಾವಾದಿ ಓದು
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಹಿಳಾವಾದ ಕಾಳಜಿಕೊಂಡ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಐತಿಹಾಸಿಕವಾಗಿ ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Feminism in Kannada
- “ಬೀದಿಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳದೋ” ಪುಸ್ತಕದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮುದಾಯಗಳ ಅನುಭವದ ಅಂತಃಸತ್ವವನ್ನು ಬಿಂಬಿಸುವಲ್ಲಿ ಗಾದೆಗಳ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಗಾದೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಸಮುದಾಯ ಅನುಭವ
- ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಎಡ್ವರ್ಡ್ ಸಯೀದನ ‘ಓರಿಯಂಟಲಿಸಂ’ (Orientalism) ಬೀರಿದ ಪ್ರಭಾವವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Theory · Orientalism
- ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯ ಹುಟ್ಟಿಕೊಂಡ ಸಂಕೀರ್ಣ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ವಿದ್ಯಮಾನಗಳ ಕುರಿತು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Vijayanagara Empire
- ಜಮೀನ್ದಾರಿ ಮತ್ತು ಆಡಳಿತಶಾಹಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯ ದಲಿತ ಶೋಷಣೆಯ ಮುಖಗಳು ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಿತವಾಗಿವೆ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಒಡಲಾಳ - ದಲಿತ ಶೋಷಣೆ
- ‘ತೋಫಲು’ ನಾಟಕದ ಮಲತಾಯಿಯ ಪಾತ್ರದ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ತೋಫಲು - ಮಲತಾಯಿ ಪಾತ್ರ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಚಿತ್ರಕಲೆಗೆ ಮೈಸೂರು ಅರಸರ ಕಾಲದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Mysore Painting
- ಮಾರ್ಕ್ಸ್ವಾದಿ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಮತ್ತು ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Theory · Marxist Literary Criticism
- ದೇವರ ನಂಬಿಕೆಯ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ನಾಸ್ತಿಕರು - ಆಸ್ತಿಕರು ಇವರಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಚರ್ಚೆ ಹಾಗೂ ವಾಗ್ವಾದಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಆಸ್ತಿಕ-ನಾಸ್ತಿಕ ಸಂವಾದ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪದ ಮೇಲೆ ಇಸ್ಲಾಂ ಧರ್ಮದ ಪ್ರಭಾವವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Islamic Influence on Architecture
- “ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ವರ್ಗದ ಕಥೆಗಳಿಗೂ ‘ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು’ ಸಂಗ್ರಹ ಒಂದು ಉತ್ತಮ ಮಾದರಿಯಾಗಿದೆ” – ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು
- ‘ಶಾಂತರಸ’ದ ಅನನ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ರಸಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ - ಶಾಂತರಸ
- ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಗೋಪಾಲಯ್ಯ, ಭೂಮಿ ಮತ್ತು ನಿಸರ್ಗದೊಡನೆ ನಡೆಸುವ ಹೋರಾಟವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2026 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ - ಗೋಪಾಲಯ್ಯ
- ಕಲಿಯನ ಪಂಡೆ ಮಾಟಿ ಕಡುಮಂದಿಯನೊಳಗೇ ಮಾಟಿ ತಕ್ಕನಂ ಪೋಲೆಯನ ಮಾಟಿ ಮುಂ ಪೋಲೆಯನಂ ನಡೆ ತಕ್ಕನ ಮಾಟಿ ಗೈಲಿ ಪೊದದ್ದು ಪವಿದ ವೀರಕತೆಯಿಂ ನೃಪಚಿತ್ತ ವೃತ್ತಿ ಚಂ ಚಲಮದರಿಂತವೋಲಗಿಸಿ ಬಾಳ್ವುದೆ ಕಷ್ಟಮೀಳ್ಗದಿ ಸಾಧಾರಂ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಆಶಯ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಭಾಷೆ ಎಂದರೇನು?2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ
- In the present digital age, social media has revolutionized our way of communication and interaction. However, it has raised several ethical issues and challenges. Describe the key ethical dilemmas in this regard.2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Social Media Ethics
- Distinguish between the Human Development Index (HDI) and Inequality-adjusted Human Development Index (IHDI) with special reference to India. Why is the IHDI considered a better indicator of inclusive growth?2025 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Human Development Index
- Discuss the ‘corrupt practices’ for the purpose of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. Analyze whether the increase in the assets of the legislators and/or their associates, disproportionate to their known sources of income, would constitute undue influence and consequently a corrupt practice.2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Representation of the People Act
- Discuss the salient features of the Harappan architecture.2025 · Mains GS1 · History · Harappan Architecture
- Truth knows no color.2025 · Essay · Philosophy · Truth
- ಗಗನದೋಳು ನಿಂದು ನೋಡಿ ನೋಡಿ ಪಾರ್ವತಿ ನಿನ್ನ ಪರಮೆಯ ರೂಪಮನನ ಸಂಭ್ರಮದಲಿ ವಿಹರಿಸುವಂ ಇರವೀಕರ ಸುಮಧುರೋ- ಚೆಯನೇ ಜಗತ್ರಯಂ ಮೆಚ್ಚಿ ಪೂಜೆಯಾಗಿ ಕೈಗೊಂಡೆಂ ಇರವೀಕರ ಸುಮಿನಿಮಿತ್ತವನು ನೀನೊಲಿದು ಬೇಗಂ ಬಿಯ್ಯಗರಾಗಿರೇಕೆಂದು ವಿನೋದದಿಂ ಮುದಂ ನುಡಿಸುತ್ತಿರೆ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ವಿರಹ-ಭಕ್ತಿ
- ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಕುಸುಮಾಂಜಲಿಯ ಪಾತ್ರ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಕುಸುಮಾಂಜಲಿ
- Constitutional morality is not a natural sentiment but a product of civil education and adherence of the rule of law. Examine the significance of constitutional morality for public servant highlighting the role in promoting good governance and ensuring accountability in public administration.2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Constitutional Morality
- What are the challenges before the Indian economy when the world is moving away from free trade and multilateralism to protectionism and bilateralism? How can these challenges be met?2025 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Protectionism and Bilateralism
- Comment on the need of administrative tribunals as compared to the court system. Assess the impact of the recent tribunal reforms through rationalization of tribunals made in 2021.2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Administrative Tribunals
- Examine the main aspects of Akbar’s religious syncretism.2025 · Mains GS1 · History · Akbar and Religious Syncretism
- The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.2025 · Essay · International Relations · War and Diplomacy
- ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾಯಕ ತತ್ತ್ವದ ಮಹತ್ವ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ಕಾಯಕ ತತ್ತ್ವ
- ಕಾಳಿದಾಸನ ಮನೆಯ ಕೀಳುದಾಸ ನಾನಯ್ಯ ಆಳು ದಾಸನು ನಾನು ಮೂಳೆ ದಾಸ ಫಾಲಾಕ್ಷ ನೆಬಿ ನಿನ್ನ ಭಜಿಪ ಭಕ್ತರ ಮನೆಯ ಆಳಿನಾಳಿನ ದಾಸ ನಿಡಿದಾಸ ನಾನಯ್ಯ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ದಾಸಭಕ್ತಿ
- The sculptors filled the Chandella artform with resilient vigor and breadth of life. Elucidate.2025 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Chandella Art
- Carl von Clausewitz once said, “War is a diplomacy by other means.” Critically analyse the above statement in the present context of contemporary geo-political conflict.2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · War and Diplomacy
- Explain the factors influencing the decision of the farmers on the selection of high value crops in India.2025 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · High Value Crops
- Compare and contrast the President’s power to pardon in India and in the USA. Are there any limits to it in both the countries? What are preemptive pardons?2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Pardoning Power
- Thought finds a world and creates one also.2025 · Essay · Philosophy · Thought and Reality
- ಭೋಗ ವಿಚಾರವು ಬೇಕು ನೃಪತಿಗಾತ್ಮ ಯೋಗ ವಿಚಾರವು ಬೇಕು । ರಾಗ ರಸಿಕನಾಗಬೇಕು ಭಾಷೆ ವೀತ ರಾಗ ರಸಿಕನಾಗ ಬೇಕು ॥2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ರಾಗ-ಯೋಗ
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಜ್ಞೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಜ್ಞೆ
- Keeping the national security in mind, examine the ethical dilemmas related to controversies over environmental clearance of development projects in ecologically sensitive border areas in the country.2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Development and Environment Dilemma
- Elaborate the scope and significance of supply chain management of agricultural commodities in India.2025 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Supply Chain Management
- Discuss the nature of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly after the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019. Briefly describe the powers and functions of the Assembly of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization
- How are climate change and the sea level rise affecting the very existence of many island nations? Discuss with examples.2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Climate Change and Island Nations
- Best lessons are learnt through bitter experiences.2025 · Essay · Life and Learning · Experience
- ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಶೋಷಣೆಯ ಚಿತ್ರಣ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Progressive Literature · ಶೋಷಣೆಯ ಚಿತ್ರಣ
- ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಭಾವಗೆ ಮರಳಿ ಬಾಣವ ತೊಟ್ಟನೇ ತಾನೊಡೆಯನಂದರೆ ಯಿಟ್ಟಿದನ ಪಾಂಡವರೊಳು ಸಂಧಾನವನು ಬಿಸುಟು ನಟ್ಟ ಕರ್ಣಕುಲತಿಲಕನ ಕಾರಣ ಕಟ್ಟುನಕ್ಕೆತೆಯಿಂದ ಕಾಯಕ ಬಿಟ್ಟ ಕರ್ಣನೊಳಾರು ಸರಿಯನು ತಿರ್ದುದಮರಗಣಂ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಕರ್ಣ
- The fusion energy programme in India has steadily evolved over the past few decades. Mention India’s contributions to the international fusion energy project – International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER). What will be the implications of the success of this project for the future of global energy?2025 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Fusion Energy and ITER
- Those who in trouble untroubled are, Will trouble trouble itself. – Thiruvalluvar. What does this quotation convey to you in the present context?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Moral Resilience
- The Attorney General of India plays a crucial role in guiding the legal framework of the Union Government and ensuring sound governance through legal counsel. Discuss his responsibilities, rights and limitations in this regard.2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Attorney General of India
- What are non-farm primary activities? How are these activities related to physiographic features in India? Discuss with suitable examples.2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Primary Activities
- Muddy water is best cleared by leaving it alone.2025 · Essay · Philosophy · Patience and Clarity
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಗುಣಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳ ಸಹಿತ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು
- ಭೀಮನು ತನ್ನ ಹಾಗೂ ದ್ರೌಪದಿಯ ಪ್ರತಿಜ್ಞೆಯನ್ನು ಪೂರೈಸಿಕೊಂಡ ಸನ್ನಿವೇಶವು ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾಗಿದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ - ಭೀಮನ ಪ್ರತಿಜ್ಞೆ
- How can India achieve energy independence through clean technology by 2047? How can biotechnology play a crucial role in this endeavour?2025 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Clean Technology and Biotechnology
- The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes. – William James. What does this quotation convey to you in the present context?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Attitude
- Women’s social capital complements in advancing empowerment and gender equity. Explain.2025 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Women Empowerment
- Explain briefly the ecological and economic benefits of solar energy generation in India with suitable examples.2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Solar Energy
- The years teach much which the days never know.2025 · Essay · Life and Time · Wisdom
- ‘ಪಂಪಭಾರತ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ದ್ರೌಪದಿಯ ಮಾನಭಂಗದ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಆಕೆ ತೋರಿದ ಪ್ರತಿರೋಧದ ಅಂಶಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪಭಾರತ - ದ್ರೌಪದಿಯ ಪ್ರತಿರೋಧ
- ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಚೋರನ ಕಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅಂದಿನ ಸಮಾಜದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾವಲು ಮತ್ತು ನ್ಯಾಯಾಂಗ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯ ಚಿತ್ರಣ ಹೇಗೆ ಮೂಡಿ ಬಂದಿದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ - ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಚೋರ
- The strength of a society is not in its laws, but in the morality of its people. – Swami Vivekananda. What does this quotation convey to you in the present context?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Morality of Society
- What is Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS)? What is the potential role of CCUS in tackling climate change?2025 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage
- E-governance projects have a built-in bias towards technology and back-end integration than user-centric designs. Examine.2025 · Mains GS2 · Governance · E-Governance
- What are Tsunamis? How and where are they formed? What are their Consequences? Explain with examples.2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Tsunamis
- It is best to see life as a journey, not as a destination.2025 · Essay · Life and Purpose · Journey
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಪ್ರವೃತ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- ಜಾತಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯನ್ನು ವಚನಕಾರರು ಪ್ರಶ್ನಿಸಿರುವ ರೀತಿಯನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ - ಜಾತಿವಿರೋಧ
- For any kind of social re-engineering by successfully implementing welfare schemes, a civil servant must use reason and critical thinking in an ethical framework. Justify this statement with suitable examples.2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Reason and Critical Thinking
- Seawater intrusion in the coastal aquifers is a major concern in India. What are the causes of seawater intrusion and the remedial measures to combat this hazard?2025 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Seawater Intrusion
- Civil Society Organizations are often perceived as being anti-State actors than non-State actors. Do you agree? Justify.2025 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Civil Society Organizations
- How does smart city in India, address the issues of urban poverty and distributive justice?2025 · Mains GS1 · Society · Smart Cities and Urban Poverty
- Contentment is natural wealth; luxury is artificial poverty.2025 · Essay · Society · Contentment and Consumerism
- ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿಯ ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ವನ್ನು ವೈಭವದ ಕಥೆಯಾಗಿಸಲು ಪ್ರಯತ್ನಿಸಿದರೂ ಅದು ‘ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮ ರಸ’ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪಯಣಿಸಿದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮರಸ
- ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಅರ್ಥ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಯನ್ನು ಧ್ವನ್ಯಾತ್ಮಕ ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಅರ್ಥ ಬದಲಾವಣೆ
- What are the major teachings of Mahavir? Explain their relevance in the contemporary world.2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Mahavir Teachings
- Terrorism is a global scourge. How has it manifested in India? Elaborate with contemporary examples. What are the counter measures adopted by the State?2025 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Terrorism
- India-Africa digital partnership is achieving mutual respect, co-development and long-term institutional partnerships. Elaborate.2025 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Africa Digital Partnership
- The ethos of civil service in India stand for the combination of professionalism with nationalistic consciousness – Elucidate.2025 · Mains GS1 · Governance · Civil Service Ethos
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಸಮಾಜದ ಕಳಕಳಿಯನ್ನು ಕನಕ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸ - ಸಮಾಜದ ಕಳಕಳಿ
- ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಥನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕಥನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- One who is devoted to one’s duty attains highest perfection in life. Analyse this statement with reference to sense of responsibility and personal fulfilment as a civil servant.2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Duty and Public Service
- The Government of India recently stated that Left Wing Extremism (LWE) will be eliminated by 2026. What do you understand by LWE and how are the people affected by it? What measures have been taken by the government to eliminate LWE?2025 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Left Wing Extremism
- With the waning of globalization, post-Cold War world is becoming a site of sovereign nationalism. Elucidate.2025 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Sovereign Nationalism
- Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture? Justify your answer.2025 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalization and Consumer Culture
- ಸುಕುಮಾರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಯ ಕಥೆಯು ಅನಾವರಣ ಮಾಡುವ ಸಮಕಾಲೀನ ವಿದ್ಯಾಭ್ಯಾಸದ ವಿವರಗಳು.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಸುಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿ ಕಥೆ - ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ
- ಮಧ್ಯಕಾಲೀನ ಭಾರತ ಭಕ್ತಿಪರಂಪರೆಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕನ್ನಡದ ದಾಸ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಭಕ್ತಿಪರಂಪರೆ ಮತ್ತು ದಾಸಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- To achieve holistic development goal, a civil servant acts as an enabler and active facilitator of growth rather than a regulator. What specific measures will you suggest to achieve this goal?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Servant as Enabler
- Explain how the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) can be used as a tool for assessing the fiscal performance of states in India. In what way would it encourage the states to adopt prudent and sustainable fiscal policies?2025 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Fiscal Health Index
- Constitutional morality is the fulcrum which acts as an essential check upon the high functionaries and citizens alike. In view of the above observation of the Supreme Court, explain the concept of constitutional morality and its application to ensure balance between judicial independence and judicial accountability in India.2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Constitutional Morality
- Mahatma Jotirao Phule’s writings and efforts of social reforms touched issues of almost all subaltern classes. Discuss.2025 · Mains GS1 · History · Jotirao Phule and Social Reform
- ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ರೂಪಕ ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಚಕ್ರವರ್ತಿ’ ಎಂಬ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿನ ರೂಪಕಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟೀಕರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ - ರೂಪಕ
- ಹರಿಹರನ ರಗಳೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ‘ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ’ ವಿಭಿನ್ನವಾದುದು ಎಂದು ವಿದ್ವಾಂಸರು ಹೇಳಲು ಕಾರಣವೇನು?2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಹರ - ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ
- It is said that for an ethical work culture, there must be code of ethics in place in every organisation. To ensure value-based and compliance-based work culture, what suitable measures would you adopt in your work place?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Code of Ethics and Work Culture
- Discuss the rationale of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. What are its achievements? In what way can the functioning and outcomes of the scheme be improved?2025 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Production Linked Incentive Scheme
- Indian Constitution has conferred the amending power on the ordinary legislative institutions with a few procedural hurdles. In view of this statement, examine the procedural and substantive limitations on the amending power of the Parliament to change the Constitution.2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Constitutional Amendment
- Trace India’s consolidation process during early phase of independence in terms of polity, economy, education and international relations.2025 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence India · National Consolidation
- ದಲಿತ ಹಾಗೂ ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ವಸ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ದಲಿತ ಮತ್ತು ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- ಕರ್ಣನ ಬದುಕಿನ ಘನತೆಯನ್ನು ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನು ಹೇಗೆ ಅನಾವರಣಗೊಳಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ?2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ - ಕರ್ಣ
- India is an emerging economic power of the world as it has recently secured the status of fourth largest economy of the world as per IMF projection. However, it has been observed that in some sectors, allocated funds remain either under-utilised or misutilised. What specific measures would you recommend for ensuring accountability in this regard to stop leakages and gaining the status of third largest economy of the world in near future?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Accountability in Fund Utilization
- Examine the factors responsible for depleting groundwater in India. What are the steps taken by the government to mitigate such depletion?2025 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Groundwater Depletion
- Discuss the evolution of collegium system in India. Critically examine the advantages and disadvantages of the system of appointment of the Judges of the Supreme Court of India and that of the USA.2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Collegium System
- The French Revolution has enduring relevance to the contemporary world. Explain.2025 · Mains GS1 · World History · French Revolution
- ವಚನಕಾರ್ತಿಯರ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಪ್ರತಿಮೆಗಳ ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ವಚನಕಾರ್ತಿಯರು - ಪ್ರತಿಮೆಗಳು
- ‘ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಕಾವ್ಯ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಸತ್ಯ ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ‘ನುಡಿದಂತೆ ನಡೆದಿಕೊಂಡ’ ರೀತಿಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಕಾವ್ಯ - ಸತ್ಯ
- Vijay was Deputy Commissioner of remote district of Hilly Northern State of the country for the last two years. In the month of August heavy rains lashed the complete state followed by cloud burst in the upper reaches of the said district. The damage was very heavy in the complete state especially in the affected district. The complete road network and telecommunication were disrupted and the buildings were damaged extensively. People’s houses have been destroyed and they were forced to stay in open. More than 200 people have been killed and about 5000 were badly injured. The Civil Administration under Vijay got activated and started conducting rescue and relief operations. Temporary shelter camps and hospitals were established to provide shelter and medical facilities to the homeless and injured people. Helicopter services were pressed in, for evacuating sick and old people from remote areas. Vijay got a message from his hometown in Kerala that his mother was seriously sick. After two days Vijay received the unfortunate message that his mother has expired. Vijay has no close relative except one elder sister who was US citizen and staying there for last several years. In the meantime, the situation in the affected district deteriorated further due to resumption of heavy rains after a gap of five days. At the same time, continuous messages were coming on his mobile from his hometown to reach at the earliest for performing last rites of his mother. (a) What are the options available with Vijay? (b) What are the ethical dilemma being faced by Vijay? (c) Critically evaluate and examine each of these options identified by Vijay. (d) Which of the options, do you think, would be most appropriate for Vijay to adopt and why?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Disaster Management and Personal Duty
- Examine the scope of the food processing industries in India. Elaborate the measures taken by the government in this sector for generating employment opportunities.2025 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Processing Industries
- Examine the evolving pattern of Centre-State financial relations in the context of planned development in India. How far have the recent reforms impacted the fiscal federalism in India?2025 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Fiscal Federalism
- Give a geographical explanation of the distribution of off-shore oil reserves of the world. How are they different from the on-shore occurrences of oil reserves?2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Offshore Oil Reserves
- ಆನಂದವರ್ಧನನ ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಆನಂದವರ್ಧನ - ಧ್ವನಿ
- ಮಾಸ್ತಿಯವರ ‘ಮೊಸರಿನ ಮಂಗಮ್ಮ’ ಕಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕುಟುಂಬ ವಿಘಟನೆಯ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಮೊಸರಿನ ಮಂಗಮ್ಮ - ಕುಟುಂಬ
- How does nanotechnology offer significant advancements in agriculture? How can this technology help to uplift the socio-economic status of farmers?2025 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Nanotechnology in Agriculture
- In line with the Directive Principles of State Policy enshrined in the Indian Constitution, the government has a constitutional obligation to ensure basic needs – “Roti, Kapda aur Makan (Food, Clothes and Shelter)” – for the under-privileged. Pursuing this mandate, the district administration proposed clearing a portion of forest land to develop housing for the homeless and economically weaker sections of the society. The proposed land, however, is an ecologically sensitive zone densely populated with age-old trees, medicinal plants and vital biodiversity. Besides, these forests help to regulate micro-climate and rainfalls; provide habitat for wildlife, support soil fertility and prevent land/soil erosion and sustain livelihoods of tribal and nomadic communities. Inspite of the ecological and social costs, the administration argues in favour of the said proposal by highlighting that this very initiative would provide housing to human rights as a critical welfare priority. Besides it, it fulfils the government’s duty to uplift and empower the poor through inclusive housing development. Further, these forest areas have become unsafe due to wild-animal threats and recurring human-wild life conflicts. Lastly, clearing forest-zones may help to curb anti-social elements allegedly using these areas as hideouts, thereby enhancing law and order. (a) Can deforestation be ethically justified in the pursuit of social welfare objectives like, housing for the homeless? (b) What are the socio-economic, administrative and ethical challenges in balancing environmental conservation with human development? (c) What substantial alternatives or policy interventions can be proposed to ensure that both environmental integrity and human dignity are protected?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Housing Welfare and Forest Conservation
- What are environmental pressure groups? Discuss their role in raising awareness, influencing policies and advocating for environmental protection in India.2025 · Mains GS2 · Environment Governance · Environmental Pressure Groups
- How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) and drones be effectively used along with GIS and RS techniques in locational and areal planning?2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · AI GIS and Remote Sensing
- ಹೊಸಗನ್ನಡ ಕವಿತೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ ಸ್ವಾತಂತ್ರ್ಯ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಹೊಸಗನ್ನಡ ಕವಿತೆ - ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ ಸ್ವಾತಂತ್ರ್ಯ
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾರ್ಕ್ಸ್ವಾದಿ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಮಾರ್ಕ್ಸ್ವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- India aims to become a semiconductor manufacturing hub. What are the challenges faced by the sector in India? Mention the salient features of the India Semiconductor Mission.2025 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Subash is Secretary, PWD in the State Government. He is a senior officer, known for his competence, integrity and dedication to work. He enjoys the trust and confidence of Minister Incharge of PWD and Programme Implementation. As a part of his job profile, he is responsible for policy formulation, execution of projects relating to infrastructure initiatives in the State. Besides, he oversees the technical and administrative aspects relating to planning, designing and construction etc. Subash’s Minister is an important Minister in the state and significant growth in urban infrastructure development and road network has been registered during his tenure. He is very keen for launching of ambitious road construction project in the near future. Subash is in regular touch with the Minister and is working various modalities of road construction project. Regular meetings, interactions and presentations are made by him to the Minister before a formal public announcement of the project is made by the Minister. Subash’s only son Vikas is in real estate business. His son from his own sources is aware that a mega road project is on the anvil and announcement in this regard is expected anytime. He is very keen to know from his father the exact location of the upcoming project. He knows that there would be quantum jump in the prices of land at the proposed location. Buying land at this stage at cheaper prices would pay him rich dividends. He is pleading with him (his father) day in and day out to share him location of the proposed project. He assured him that he would handle the matter discreetly as it would not attract any adverse notice as he in the normal course, keeps on buying land as a part of his business. He feels pressurised because of constant pleadings by his son. Another significant aspect of the matter pertained to the extra/undue interest in the above project by the Minister PWD. His nephew was also having big infrastructure project company. In fact, the Minister has also introduced his nephew to him and indicated to him to take care of his nephew’s business interest in the forthcoming project. The Minister encouraged him to act fast in the matter as early announcement and execution of mega road project would enhance his status in the party and public life. In the above backdrop, Subash is in a fix as to the future course of action. (a) Discuss the ethical issues involved in the case. (b) Critically examine the options available to Subash in the above situation. (c) Which of the above would be most appropriate and why?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conflict of Interest in Infrastructure Project
- Inequality in the ownership pattern of resources is one of the major causes of poverty. Discuss in the context of ‘paradox of poverty’.2025 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Poverty and Resource Ownership
- Discuss how the changes in shape and sizes of continents and ocean basins of the planet take place due to tectonic movements of the crustal masses.2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Plate Tectonics
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ಅನನ್ಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿ
- ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ದಲಿತ ಬದುಕಿಗೆ ಬರೆದ ವ್ಯಾಖ್ಯಾನ. ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಒಡಲಾಳ - ದಲಿತ ಬದುಕು
- Rajesh is a Group A officer with nine years of service. He is posted as Administrative Officer in an Oil Public Sector undertaking. As an Administrative Officer he is responsible for managing and coordinating various administrative tasks to ensure smooth functioning of office. He also manages office supplies, equipment etc. Rajesh is now sufficient senior and is expecting his next promotion in JAG (Junior Administrative Grade) in the next one or two years. He knows that promotion is based on examination of ACRs/Performance Appraisal of last few years (5 years or so) of an officer by a DPC (Departmental Promotion Committee) and an officer lacking requisite grading of ACRs may not be found fit for promotion. Consequences of losing promotion may entail financial and reputational loss and set-back for career progression. Though he also puts his best efforts in official discharge of his duties, yet he is unsure of assessment by his superior officer. He is now putting extra efforts so that he gets thumping report at the end of financial year. As Administrative Officer, Rajesh is regularly interacting with his immediate boss, who is his reporting officer for writing his ACR. One day he calls Rajesh and wants him to buy computer-related stationery on priority from a particular vendor. Rajesh instructs his office to initiate action for procuring these items. During the day, the dealing Assistant brings an estimate of Rupees Thirty Five Lakhs covering all stationery items from the same vendor. It is noticed that as per delegated financial powers, as provided in the GFR (General Financial Rules) as applicable in that Organisation, expenditure for office items exceeding Rupees Thirty Lakhs requires sanction of the next higher authority (boss in the present case). Rajesh knows that immediate superior would expect all these purchases should be done at his level and may not appreciate such lack of initiative on his part. During discussions with office, he learns that common practice of splitting of expenditure (where large order is divided into a series of smaller ones) is followed to avoid obtaining sanction from higher authority. This practice is against the rules and may come to the adverse notice of Audit. Rajesh is perturbed. He is unsure of taking decision in the matter. (a) What are the options available with Rajesh in the above situation? (b) What are the ethical issues involved in this case? (c) Which would be the most appropriate option for Rajesh and why?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Procurement and Performance Appraisal
- Mineral resources are fundamental to the country’s economy and these are exploited by mining. Why is mining considered an environmental hazard? Explain the remedial measures required to reduce the environmental hazard due to mining.2025 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Mining and Environmental Hazards
- In contemporary development models, decision-making and problem-solving responsibilities are not located close to the source of information and execution defeating the objectives of development. Critically evaluate.2025 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Decentralized Development
- Discuss the distribution and density of population in the Ganga River Basin with special reference to land, soil and water resources.2025 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Ganga River Basin Population
- ‘ರೂಪ ತಪಸ್ಸು’ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಜಾತಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ಎತ್ತಿರುವ ಧ್ವನಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ರೂಪ ತಪಸ್ಸು - ಜಾತಿ ವಿರೋಧ
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ಕೊಡುಗೆ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ
- Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Program, MGNREGA was earlier known as National Rural Employment Scheme, NREGA. It is an Indian Social Welfare Program that aimed at fulfilling the ‘Right to Work’ provisions made in the Constitution. MGNREGA was launched in 2006 under Rural Employment Sector by the Ministry of Rural Development. Main objective of the program is to give legal guarantee of wage employment to the adult members of rural households who are willing to do unskilled manual labour work subject to a maximum of 100 days per year for every household. Every rural household has the right to register under the scheme, job card is issued to the registered, Job Card holder can seek employment; State Government shall pay 25% of minimum wage for the first 30 days as compensatory daily unemployment allowance to the families and of wage for remaining period of the year. MGNREGA work was undertaken by various Gram Panchayats. You have been appointed as an Administrator Incharge of the District. You have been given the responsibility of monitoring MGNREGA work undertaken by various Gram Panchayats. You are also given the authority to give technical sanctions to all MGNREGA works. In one of the Panchayats in your jurisdiction, you notice that your predecessor has mismanaged the Program in terms of: (i) Money not disbursed to actual job-seekers. (ii) Muster Rolls of the Labourers not properly maintained. (iii) Mismatch between the work done and payments made. (iv) Payments made to fictitious persons. (v) Job Cards were given without looking into the need of person. (vi) Mismanagement of funds and to the extent of siphoning of funds. (vii) Approved works that never existed. (a) What is your reaction to the above situation and how do you restore the proper functioning of MGNREGA Program in this regard? (b) What actions would you initiate, to solve the various issues listed above? (c) How would you deal with the above situation?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · MGNREGA Mismanagement
- Write a review on India’s climate commitments under the Paris Agreement (2015) and mention how these have been further strengthened in COP26 (2021). In this direction, how has the first Nationally Determined Contribution intended by India been updated in 2022?2025 · Mains GS3 · Environment · India Climate Commitments
- The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has to address the challenges faced by children in the digital era. Examine the existing policies and suggest measures the Commission can initiate to tackle the issue.2025 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Child Rights in Digital Era
- How do you account for the growing fast food industries given that there are increased health concerns in modern society? Illustrate your answer with the Indian experience.2025 · Mains GS1 · Society · Fast Food and Health
- ಗಾದೆಗಳು ಬಿಂಬಿಸುವ ‘ಮಹಿಳೆ’.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಗಾದೆಗಳು - ಮಹಿಳಾ ಚಿತ್ರ
- ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಅರಸರ ಕಾಲದ ಚಿತ್ರಕಲೆ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಚಿತ್ರಕಲೆ
- Ashok is Divisional Commissioner of one of the border districts of the North East State. A few years back, Military has taken over the neighbouring country after overthrowing the elected civil government. Civil war situation is prevailing in the country especially in last two years. However, internal situation further deteriorated due to rebel groups taking over control of certain populated areas near own border. Due to intense fight between military and rebel groups, civilian casualties has increased manifold in recent past. In the meantime, in one night Ashok got information from the local police guarding the border check post that there are about 200-250 people mainly women and children trying to cross over to our side of the border. There are also about 10 soldiers with their weapons in military uniform part of this group who wants to cross over. Women and Children are also crying and begging for help. A few of them are injured and bleeding profusely need immediate medical care. Ashok tried to contact Home Secretary of the State but failed to do so due to poor connectivity mainly due to inclement weather. (a) What are the options available with Ashok to cope with the situation? (b) What are the ethical and legal dilemmas being faced by Ashok? (c) Which of the options, do you think would be more appropriate for Ashok to adopt and why? (d) In the present situation, what are the extra precautionary measures to be taken by the Border Guarding Police in dealing with soldiers in uniform?2025 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Border Refugee and Security Dilemma
- What are the major challenges to internal security and peace process in the North-Eastern States? Map the various peace accords and agreements initiated by the government in the past decade.2025 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · North East Peace Process
- Energy security constitutes the dominant kingpin of India’s foreign policy, and is linked with India’s overarching influence in Middle Eastern countries. How would you integrate energy security with India’s foreign policy trajectories in the coming years?2025 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Energy Security and Middle East
- Achieving sustainable growth with emphasis on environmental protection could meet poor people’s needs in a country like India – Comment.2025 · Mains GS1 · Environment · Sustainable Growth and Poverty
- ‘ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ’ದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಹಾ.ಮಾ. ನಾಯಕನ ‘ಜನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಆಧಾರದಿಂದ ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಜನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ - ಹಾ.ಮಾ. ನಾಯಕ
- ರಸನಿಷ್ಪತ್ತಿ ಎಂದರೇನು? ಭರತನ ರಸಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಭರತನ ರಸಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- Why is maritime security vital to protect India’s sea trade? Discuss maritime and coastal security challenges and the way forward.2025 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Maritime Security
- The reform process in the United Nations remains unresolved, because of the delicate imbalance of East and West and entanglement of the USA vs. Russo-Chinese alliance. Examine and critically evaluate the East-West policy confrontations in this regard.2025 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · United Nations Reform
- Does tribal development in India centre around two axes, those of displacement and of rehabilitation? Give your opinion.2025 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tribal Development
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಚರಿತ್ರೆಯಲ್ಲಿ “ಧರ್ಮಸಮನ್ವಯತೆ”ಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಧರ್ಮಸಮನ್ವಯತೆ
- ಇತಿಹಾಸ ಮತ್ತು ವರ್ತಮಾನದ ಸಂಕಥನವಾಗಿ ‘ತುಘಲಕ್’ ನಾಟಕವು ಯಶಸ್ವಿಯಾಗಿದೆಯೇ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ತುಘಲಕ್ - ಇತಿಹಾಸ ಮತ್ತು ವರ್ತಮಾನ
- ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ಕನ್ನಡ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಕಾರ್ಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಜನಪದ ಗೀತೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜೀವನ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳು.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಜನಪದ ಗೀತೆ - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳು
- “ಮನುಕುಲಕ್ಕೆ ನನ್ನಂಥ ನಿರೀಕ್ಷಕರಾಗಿರಲೂ ಸೇರದಂತೆ, ಕರುಣಾರ್ದ್ರ ಹೃದಯನೂ, ಪ್ರೇಮ ಸ್ವರೂಪಿಯೂ ಆದ ದೇವರು ಬೇಕು!” - ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರ ಈ ಮಾತುಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯ - ದೇವರು
- ಕ್ಷೇಮೇಂದ್ರನ ಔಚಿತ್ಯ ವಿಚಾರ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತದ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತತೆಯನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಕ್ಷೇಮೇಂದ್ರ - ಔಚಿತ್ಯ
- ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ - ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು
- ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಮತ್ತು ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಆಡಳಿತ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯ ವೈತ್ಯಾಸಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಆಡಳಿತ
- ಒಗಟುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಜಾನಪದ ಬೌದ್ಧಿಕ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮತೆಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟಪಡಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಒಗಟು - ಬೌದ್ಧಿಕ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮತೆ
- ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳ ಪ್ರಾಮುಖ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳ ಪ್ರಾಮುಖ್ಯತೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಣ್ಣಕಥೆಗಳ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅವುಗಳ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಣ್ಣಕಥೆ - ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರು ನೀಡಿದ ಕಾಣಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆ
- ಪೌರಾಣಿಕ ಚೌಕಟ್ಟನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿದ್ದರೂ ‘ಮಾಧವಿ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯು ಸಮಕಾಲೀನ ಪುರುಷ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಸಮಾಜದ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿಬಿಂಬಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಮಾಧವಿ - ಪಿತೃಸತ್ತೆ
- ‘ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು’ ಜನಪದರ ಸೃಜನಶೀಲತೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಆಯಾಮಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿಬಿಂಬಿಸುತ್ತವೆ. ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು - ಸೃಜನಶೀಲತೆ
- ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಅಧ್ಯಯನದ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2025 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ
- ಭೇದಿಸಲಿಂದ ದಳ್ ನುಡಿದರೆನ್ನದಿರೋಯ್ಯನೆ ಕೇಳ್ ಕರ್ಣಾ ನೀ / ನಾದಿಯೋಳ್ಬೆ ಕೊಂತಿ ನಿನಗನ್ನಿಹಳ್ ಪಾಂಡುವನಂದನರ್ / ಸೋದರರಯ್ಯ ಮಯ್ಯನ್ನೆನಾಮ್ ಪೇಳುತಿರೆ ಪಡೆಮಾತೊನ್ನದಿ / ಮೇದಿನಿ ಪಟ್ಟಮಂ ನಿನಗೆ ನೀನಿರೆ ವಾತ್ರ ಪೆಳಿರ್ ನರೇಂದ್ರರೆ — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಕರ್ಣ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆ ಬೆಳೆದು ಬಂದ ಹಂತಗಳು2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ಹಂತಗಳು
- Examine post-reform public expenditure on social services in India and its consonance with inclusive growth.2024 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Public Expenditure
- Critically examine AI as a dependable input for administrative decision-making and explain key ethical dimensions shaping human action.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · AI and Administrative Ethics
- Underline the changes in society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period.2024 · Mains GS1 · History · Vedic Period
- Examine the need for electoral reforms suggested by committees with reference to the one nation-one election principle.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Electoral Reforms
- Forests precede civilizations and deserts follow them.2024 · Essay · Society · Environment and Civilization
- ನೆಲದೊಳ್ ಧರ್ಮವನಿಪ್ಪುದಿಲ್ಲಾ / ಸ್ಥಳವನ್ನದನು ಮುನ್ನ ಕೊಡನೆ / ನಿಳೆಯ ಭಾಗವನಿಸೆ ಕೊಟ್ಟದೆ ನಿನ್ನ ಮೇಲಾಣ / ನೆಲನ ಕಡೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಳ್ಳು ಮೋನೆಯು / ಚೆಳಿಪ ಧರಣಿಯನಿತ್ತನಾದರೆ / ಬಳಿಕ ನೀನಗು ಹೋಗು ಕದನವನ ಕೊಂದು ಬಾ ಎಂದ — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಧರ್ಮ ಮತ್ತು ಭೂಮಿ
- ಕುಮಾರ ವ್ಯಾಸನ “ತಿಳಿಯ ಹೇಳುವೆ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ಕಥೆಯನು ಇಳೆಯಜಾಣರು ಮೆಚ್ಚುವಂತಿರೆ” ಎಂಬ ಮಾತನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನ ಕಾವ್ಯಧೋರಣೆ
- Discuss ethical considerations of powerful nations in ending wars and explain how to balance development with climate and environmental protection.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Global Ethics and Environment
- What causes persistent high food inflation in India? Comment on RBI monetary policy for controlling such inflation.2024 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Food Inflation
- Distinguish Lok Adalats and Arbitration Tribunals and explain whether they entertain civil and criminal cases.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Alternative Dispute Resolution
- The empires of the future will be the empires of the mind.2024 · Essay · Ethics · Mind and Future Power
- Estimate the contribution of the Pallavas of Kanchi to the development of South Indian art and literature.2024 · Mains GS1 · History · Pallava Art and Literature
- ಮರಮರ ಮಧನಿಸಿ ಕಿಚ್ಚು ಹುಟ್ಟಿ / ಸುಟ್ಟಣ ತರುಮರಾದಿಗಳ ಸುಡಲಾಯಿತ್ತು / ಆತ್ಮಾತ್ಮ ಮಧನಿಸಿ ಅನುಭಾವ ಹುಟ್ಟಿ / ಹೊದ್ದರ್ಥ ತನುಗುಣಾದಿಗಳ ಸುಡಲಾಯಿತ್ತು / ಇದು ಕಾರಣ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮಹಾನುಭಾವಿಗಳ ಅನುಭಾವವ ತೋರಿ / ಎನ್ನೋ ದಲನುಹಿಕೊಳ್ಲಾ ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನಾ — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ - ಅನುಭಾವ
- ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಅರ್ಥ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳು2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಅರ್ಥ ಬದಲಾವಣೆ
- There is no path to happiness; happiness is the path.2024 · Essay · Ethics · Happiness
- Interpret quotations of Vivekananda on learning, Sardar Patel on faith and strength, and Kant on law and ethics.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Quotes
- What factors enabled successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of India?2024 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Land Reforms
- What events led to the Quit India Movement? Point out its results.2024 · Mains GS1 · History · Quit India Movement
- Explain how the growth of the cabinet system has marginalised parliamentary supremacy.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Cabinet System
- ಬೆಳಗಿನೊಳೊಳಾಡುವಂತೆ ಸಂಗೀತದ / ಸುಳಿಯೊಳಲು ತೇಲಾಡುವಂತೆ / ತೆಳುಗಾಳಿಯಲಿ ವೈಹಾವಳಿಯ ಮಾಡುವಂ / ತೆಳುವೆಂಗಳರಸಿ ಹಾಡಿದಳು — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಸಂಗೀತ ಮತ್ತು ಸೌಂದರ್ಯ
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ನೀತಿ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ನೀತಿ
- Examine contextual justice and explain why civil servants must prioritise substance over mindless adherence to form.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Justice and Administrative Discretion
- Explain the role of millets in ensuring health and nutritional security in India.2024 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Millets and Nutrition
- Comment on the CAG’s duty to ensure not only legality but also propriety of expenditure.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Comptroller and Auditor General
- What is sea-surface temperature rise and how does it affect tropical-cyclone formation?2024 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Cyclones
- The doubter is a true man of science.2024 · Essay · Science & Technology · Scientific Temper
- ನುಡಿಗಲ್ಲಂ ಸಲ್ಲದ ಕ / ನ್ನಡದೊಳ್ ಚತುರಾಣಮಂ ಬೆದಂಡೆಯುಮಂದೀ / ಗಡಿನ ನೆಟ್ಟೆಯ ಕಬ್ಬದೋ / ಳೊಡೆಂಬಡಂ ಮಾಡಿದರ್ ಪುರಾತನ ಕವಿಗಳ್ — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಆಂತರಿಕ ಕಳವಳ
- ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾಣುವ ಪ್ರತಿಭಟನೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Bandaya Literature · ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಪ್ರತಿಭಟನೆ
- Discuss the world IPR scenario for life materials and why India has low commercialisation despite high patent filing.2024 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Intellectual Property Rights
- Analyse the role of local bodies in good governance and the pros and cons of merging rural and urban local bodies.2024 · Mains GS2 · Society · Local Governance
- Suggest a code of ethics model for public administration and discuss the shift from punishment to justice under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Code of Ethics
- Social media is triggering fear of missing out among youth, causing depression and loneliness.2024 · Essay · Science & Technology · Social Media and Youth
- Why do large cities attract more migrants than smaller towns in developing countries?2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Migration and Urbanisation
- ಪಂಪನ ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ದ ಹದಿಮೂರನೆಯ ಆಶ್ವಾಸದಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿತವಾದ ದುರ್ಯೋಧನನ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿತ್ವದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ - ದುರ್ಯೋಧನ
- ಹರಿಹರದ ರಗಳೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿನ ನಾಯಕರು ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಸಾಮಾನ್ಯರು ಎನ್ನಬಹುದೇ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಹರನ ರಗಳೆಗಳು
- Examine gender-specific challenges faced by female public servants and explain how Mission Karmayogi can improve civil-service efficiency.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Service Values
- Public charitable trusts can make development more inclusive by addressing vital public issues. Comment.2024 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Charitable Trusts
- Nearly all men can stand adversity, but to test character, give him power.2024 · Essay · Ethics · Power and Character
- What technology is used for electronic toll collection? Explain its advantages, limits, proposed seamless changes and risks.2024 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Electronic Toll Collection
- Explain the phenomenon of cloudbursts.2024 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Cloudbursts
- ‘ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ’ಯ ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಚೋರ ಕಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮದ ತತ್ತ್ವ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತಗಳ ಪರಿಣಾಮ ಮತ್ತು ತೀವ್ರತೆಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಸಮಾಲೋಚಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ - ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಚೋರ
- “ಕರ್ಣ ರಸಾಯನಮಲ್ತೆ ಭಾರತಂ” ಎಂಬ ಪಂಪಕವಿಯ ಮಾತನ್ನು ‘ಪಂಪಭಾರತದ’ ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪಭಾರತ - ಕರ್ಣ
- Poverty and malnutrition form a vicious cycle affecting human capital. What steps can break it?2024 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Poverty and Malnutrition
- Industrial river pollution is significant in India. Discuss mitigation measures and government initiatives.2024 · Mains GS3 · Environment · River Pollution
- What is demographic winter, and is the world moving towards such a situation?2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Demographic Winter
- ABC Incorporated AI-emissions case: as CEO, balance AI innovation, profitability, shareholder value and environmental sustainability.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · AI Sustainability Case Study
- All ideas having large consequences are always simple.2024 · Essay · Philosophy · Ideas and Consequences
- ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವ್ಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಚಳವಳಿಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳೇನು?2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವ್ಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಚಳವಳಿ
- Distinguish gender equality, gender equity and women’s empowerment, and explain why gender concerns matter in programme design.2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Gender Equity
- Discuss why democratic governance requires a positive public perception of civil servants’ integrity and commitment.2024 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Civil Service Integrity
- Raman IPS case: tackle recruitment of unemployed youth by a terrorist group through social media and strengthen intelligence gathering.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Terror Recruitment Case Study
- The cost of being wrong is less than the cost of doing nothing.2024 · Essay · Ethics · Action and Inaction
- What role do environmental NGOs and activists play in influencing EIA outcomes for major projects in India?2024 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Environmental Impact Assessment
- ಶೃಂಗಾರ ಮತ್ತು ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳು ಹರಿಹರನ ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ - ಶೃಂಗಾರ ಮತ್ತು ಭಕ್ತಿ
- ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷಾ ಕುಟುಂಬವನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷಾ ಕುಟುಂಬ
- Intercaste marriages among groups with socio-economic parity have increased, but interreligious marriages remain less common. Discuss.2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Intercaste and Interreligious Marriage
- Explain with examples how the West is fostering India as an alternative to China in supply chains and geopolitics.2024 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India and China Supply Chains
- Rohit SP naxalite case: handle armed insurgents, aggressive tribal women protesters and poor communication during a security operation.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Naxalite Operation Case Study
- Explain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a threat in India and suggest measures to counter it.2024 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Narco-Terrorism
- ದಾಸಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗೊಂಡ ಧೋರಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿದರ್ಶನಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · ದಾಸಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಧೋರಣೆಗಳು
- ರಾಘವಾಂಕಕವಿಯ ‘ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಬರುವ ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಮತ್ತು ಹೊಲತಿಯರ ಸಂಭಾಷಣೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಕಾವ್ಯ - ಸಂಭಾಷಣೆ
- Critically analyse India’s evolving diplomatic, economic and strategic relations with Central Asian Republics.2024 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Central Asia
- Describe the context and salient features of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.2024 · Mains GS3 · Governance · Digital Personal Data Protection
- Sneha hospital procurement case: decide fairly when a brother’s company bids for medical-equipment procurement and conflict of interest arises.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Procurement Ethics Case Study
- What kind of government-NGO-private sector collaboration is most productive for socio-economic development?2024 · Mains GS1 · Governance · Development Partnerships
- ‘ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಾಮರಸ್ಯವೇ ಶರಣರ ವಚನಗಳ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಆಶಯವಾಗಿದೆ’ — ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಾಮರಸ್ಯ
- ‘ಸಾಹಸ ಭೀಮ ವಿಜಯ’ವನ್ನು ರನ್ನ ಕವಿಯು ಸಿಂಹಾವಲೋಕನ ತಂತ್ರದಿಂದ ರಚಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ ಎನ್ನಬಹುದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ರನ್ನ - ಸಿಂಹಾವಲೋಕನ ತಂತ್ರ
- District Collector water-crisis case: balance drinking water conservation, farmer irrigation needs, industrial water use and employment concerns.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Water Crisis Case Study
- Discuss merits and demerits of the four labour codes and progress in labour-market reform.2024 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Labour Codes
- Comment on the lasting achievements of the Cholas in art and architecture.2024 · Mains GS1 · History · Chola Art and Architecture
- What are the aims of the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, and are university/board exams covered?2024 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Public Examinations Act 2024
- ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಕರ್ಣ “ಒಬ್ಬ ದುರಂತ ನಾಯಕ” — ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ - ಕರ್ಣ ದುರಂತನಾಯಕ
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳ ವೈಲಕ್ಷಣ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಕನ್ನಡ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳು
- Why is regional air connectivity needed? Discuss the UDAN scheme and its achievements.2024 · Mains GS3 · Economy · UDAN Scheme
- Dr. Srinivasan drug-trial case: respond to pressure to manipulate trial data, bypass consent and use patented compounds during a health emergency.2024 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Drug Trial Ethics Case Study
- How far is it correct that the First World War was fought for preservation of the balance of power?2024 · Mains GS1 · History · First World War
- Explain right to privacy under Article 21 and discuss DNA testing of an unborn child to establish paternity.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Right to Privacy
- ಮಹಿಳಾ ವಚನಕಾರ್ತಿಯರ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗೆ ಸತಿಪತಿ ಭಾವದ ಭಕ್ತಿಯೇ ಮೂಲ ಧಾತುವಾಗಿದೆ — ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಮಹಿಳಾ ವಚನಕಾರ್ತಿಯರು - ಸತಿಪತಿ ಭಾವ
- ‘ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆ’ ಯಲ್ಲಿನ ಅಮೃತಮತಿ ಅಷ್ಟಾವಕ್ರನಿಗೆ ಆಕರ್ಷಿತಳಾದದ್ದು ವಿಧಿಯ ಆಟ ಎನ್ನಬಹುದೆ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆ - ಅಮೃತಮತಿ
- What major challenges does India’s irrigation system face, and what measures have been taken for efficient irrigation management?2024 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Irrigation
- How far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India?2024 · Mains GS1 · History · Industrial Revolution and India
- What recent changes has the Union Government made in Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to strengthen federalism.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Centre-State Relations
- ಕೆಳವರ್ಗದ ವಚನಕಾರರ ‘ಕಾಯಕ’ ಸಂವೇದನೆಗಳು ಅವರ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಮೂಡಿ ಬಂದಿರುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಕೆಳವರ್ಗದ ವಚನಕಾರರು - ಕಾಯಕ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲಿನ ಇಂಗ್ಲಿಷ್ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಪ್ರೇರಣೆ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಭಾವಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಮತ್ತು ಇಂಗ್ಲಿಷ್ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- Explain reasons for growth of PIL in India and whether the Supreme Court has become the world’s most powerful judiciary.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Public Interest Litigation
- The groundwater potential of the Gangetic valley is declining seriously. How may this affect India’s food security?2024 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Groundwater and Food Security
- Elucidate the importance of buffer stocks for stabilising agricultural prices and the challenges of storage.2024 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Buffer Stocks
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸರ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆ
- ಪಾಶ್ಚಾತ್ಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯು ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಮೇಲೆ ಬೀರಿರುವ ಪರಿಣಾಮಗಳು2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಪಾಶ್ಚಾತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಪ್ರಭಾವ
- What are aurora australis and aurora borealis, and how are they triggered?2024 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Auroras
- Discuss India as a secular state and compare it with secular principles in the US Constitution.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Secularism
- Discuss three alternative technologies that can address the global shortage of clean and safe freshwater.2024 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Freshwater Technologies
- ಸಣ್ಣಕತೆಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಮಾಸ್ತಿ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Short Story · ಮಾಸ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸಣ್ಣಕತೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲಿನ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಪ್ರಭಾವಗಳು2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಪ್ರಭಾವಗಳು
- Identify factors hindering the Citizens’ Charter initiative and suggest measures to realise its promise.2024 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Citizens Charter
- What is a twister and why are most twisters observed around the Gulf of Mexico?2024 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Twisters
- What are asteroids, how real is the extinction threat, and what strategies exist to prevent such catastrophe?2024 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Asteroids
- ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಾವ್ಯಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಮತ್ತು ತಾತ್ವಿಕತೆ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit and Bandaya Literature · ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಜನಪದ ಕಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ಸಂಕ್ಷಿಪ್ತವಾಗಿ ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Folklore · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಜನಪದ ಕಲೆಗಳು
- Suggest how the Indian State can strengthen grassroots public healthcare amid marketisation of healthcare.2024 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Public Healthcare
- What is regional disparity and how does it differ from diversity? How serious is regional disparity in India?2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Regional Disparity
- Define disaster resilience, describe its elements, and mention global Sendai Framework targets.2024 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Disaster Resilience and Sendai Framework
- ಜೀಶಂಪ ಸಂಪಾದಿತ ‘ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು’ ವಿಶೇಷತೆ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು ಸಂಕಲನ
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- Discuss causes of urban flooding, features of two major Indian urban floods, and policies/frameworks to tackle them.2024 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Urban Flooding
- Despite equity and social-justice policies, underprivileged sections do not get the full benefits of affirmative action. Comment.2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Affirmative Action
- Evaluate the Interactive Service Model of e-governance for transparency and accountability.2024 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Interactive E-Governance
- ದೇ.ಜ.ಗೌ ಸಂಪಾದಿಸಿರುವ ‘ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ’ ಸಂಕಲನದ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಗುಹಾಂತರ ದೇವಾಲಯಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಗುಹಾಂತರ ದೇವಾಲಯಗಳು
- How has globalisation-driven urban migration by skilled young unmarried women affected personal freedom and family relationships?2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Women Migration
- Examine India’s border issues with China and Pakistan and development under BADP and BIM schemes.2024 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Border Security
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the UNSC Counter-Terrorism Committee and associated bodies against global terrorism.2024 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · UN Counter-Terrorism Architecture
- ನವೋದಯ ಮತ್ತು ನವ್ಯಕವಿತೆಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಹಾಗೂ ತಾತ್ವಿಕತೆಗಳ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅವುಗಳ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ವ್ಯತ್ಯಾಸಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಮತ್ತು ನವ್ಯ ಕವಿತೆ
- ರಸಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ರಸಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- Discuss the geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Maldives for India, including trade, energy flows and maritime security.2024 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Maldives and India
- Social media and encrypted messaging services pose security challenges. Discuss measures adopted and suggest remedies.2024 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Social Media and Encrypted Messaging
- Critically analyse the correlation between India’s cultural diversities and socio-economic marginalities.2024 · Mains GS1 · Society · Diversity and Marginality
- ಹಾ.ಮಾ.ನಾ. ಅವರ ‘ಜಾನಪದಸ್ವರೂಪ’ ಕೃತಿಯು ಕನ್ನಡ ಜಾನಪದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನಕ್ಕೆ ಹೇಗೆ ಮಾಲಿಕವಾಗಿದೆ — ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಹಾ.ಮಾ.ನಾ. - ಜಾನಪದಸ್ವರೂಪ
- ಅಂಬೇಡ್ಕರ್ ಚಿಂತನೆಗಳು ಕನ್ನಡ ದಲಿತ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲೆ ಬೀರಿರುವ ಪ್ರಭಾವವನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit Literature · ಅಂಬೇಡ್ಕರ್ ಪ್ರಭಾವ
- ‘ಗಾದೆಗಳು’ ಜನಪದರ ಜೀವನಾನುಭವ ಹಾಗೂ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಗರ್ಭೀಕರಿಸಿಕೊಂಡಿವೆ — ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರತ್ಯಕ್ಷಗಳನ್ನಾಧರಿಸಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಗಾದೆಗಳು - ಜೀವನಾನುಭವ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಏಕೀಕರಣ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಏಕೀಕರಣ
- ದಲಿತ ಬದುಕಿನ ಜೀವಂತ ಚಿತ್ರಣವನ್ನು ದಾವೀಲೀಸುವಲ್ಲಿ ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ಹೇಗೆ ಯಶಸ್ವಿಯಾಗಿದೆ? ಸಮಾಲೋಚಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · ಒಡಲಾಳ - ದಲಿತ ಬದುಕು
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಜಾನಪದ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾನವತಾವಾದಿ ನೆಲೆಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಹೇಗೆ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿದೆ?2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Folklore · ಮಾನವತಾವಾದಿ ನೆಲೆಗಳು
- ಸುಬ್ರಹ್ಮಣ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಬದುಕು ಹದವಾಗುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ - ಸುಬ್ರಹ್ಮಣ್ಯ
- ರೂಪನಿಷ್ಠ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ ಎಂದರೇನು? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ರೂಪನಿಷ್ಠ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ಚಿಂತನೆಗೆ ಅನುಪಮಾ ನಿರಂಜನರ ‘ಮಾಧವಿ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಪೂರಕ-ಪ್ರೇರಕವಾಗಿದೆ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Feminist Literature · ಮಾಧವಿ - ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದ
- ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರ ‘ದೇವರು’ ಕೃತಿಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Prose · ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯ - ದೇವರು
- ಮನುಷ್ಯ ಧರ್ಮದ ತಾಕಲಾಟಗಳು ಕಾರ್ನಾಡರ ‘ತುಘಲಕ್’ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡಿವೆ? ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Drama · ತುಘಲಕ್ - ಮನುಷ್ಯಧರ್ಮ
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಮೀಮಾಂಸೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಆನಂದವರ್ಧನನ ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತದ ಪ್ರಾಧಾನ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಆನಂದವರ್ಧನ - ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- ‘ಶೂದ್ರತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕದ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ಸಾಧಾರವಾಗಿ ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Drama · ಶೂದ್ರತಪಸ್ವಿ - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ನೆಲೆ
- ದೇವನೂರು ಮಹಾದೇವ ಅವರ ಕೃತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗುವ ‘ಬದುಕಿನ ಜ್ವಲಂತ ಸತ್ಯ’ಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit Literature · ದೇವನೂರು ಮಹಾದೇವ
- ದೇವರ ಅಸ್ತಿತ್ವ ಕುರಿತು ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರ ವೈಚಾರಿಕ ನಿಲುವುಗಳೇನು? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Prose · ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯ - ದೇವರ ಅಸ್ತಿತ್ವ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ಶ್ರಮಣ ಧರ್ಮದ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳೇನು? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2024 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಶ್ರಮಣ ಧರ್ಮದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ
- 2023 Paper II Q1(a): ನೀಡಿರುವ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ, ಅದರ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಭಾಷೆ ಎಂದರೇನು? ವಿದ್ವಾಂಸರ ವ್ಯಾಖ್ಯೆಗಳ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಭಾಷೆಯ ವ್ಯಾಖ್ಯಾನ
- Thinking is like a game; it does not begin unless there is an opposite team.2023 · Essay · Essay · Thinking and Opposition
- Faster economic growth requires a higher manufacturing share in GDP, especially MSMEs. Comment on current government policies.2023 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Manufacturing and MSMEs
- Explain the role of geographical factors in the development of Ancient India.2023 · Mains GS1 · History · Ancient India
- Explain moral integrity and professional efficiency in corporate governance, and comment on ethics in contemporary international aid.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corporate Governance
- Comment on the statement that constitutionally guaranteed judicial independence is a prerequisite of democracy.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Judicial Independence
- 2023 Paper II Q1(b): ನೀಡಿರುವ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ, ಅದರ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ರಾಘವಾಂಕನ ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಜೀವನ ಸಂದೇಶ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- Visionary decision-making happens at the intersection of intuition and logic.2023 · Essay · Philosophy · Decision Making
- Who is entitled to free legal aid? Assess the role of NALSA in providing free legal aid in India.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Legal Aid
- Compare Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approaches to education and nationalism.2023 · Mains GS1 · History · Nationalism and Education
- Discuss corruption as a failure of core societal values and differentiate coercion from undue influence in work environments.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corruption and Work Ethics
- Examine the status of digitalisation in the Indian economy, the problems faced and possible improvements.2023 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Digital Economy
- 2023 Paper II Q1(c): ನೀಡಿರುವ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ, ಅದರ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಬಸವಣ್ಣನವರ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಕಾಳಜಿ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ಬಸವಣ್ಣ - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಕಾಳಜಿ
- Not all who wander are lost.2023 · Essay · Essay · Exploration and Purpose
- Comment on the reluctance of Indian states to empower urban local bodies functionally and financially.2023 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Urban Local Bodies
- Bring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries.2023 · Mains GS1 · History · Railways and Society
- Interpret quotations of Gandhi on kindness, Nehru on women’s awakening, and Vivekananda on love and hatred in the present context.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Quotes
- How does e-technology help farmers in production and marketing of agricultural produce?2023 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · E-Technology in Agriculture
- 2023 Paper II Q1(d): ನೀಡಿರುವ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ, ಅದರ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ದಾಸ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಪುರಂದರದಾಸರ ಕೊಡುಗೆ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಪುರಂದರದಾಸ
- State the objectives and measures of land reforms in India and assess land ceiling as an effective economic reform.2023 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Land Reforms
- Compare and contrast British and Indian approaches to parliamentary sovereignty.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Sovereignty
- Discuss whether EQ matters more than IQ for success and distinguish moral intuition from moral reasoning.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Emotional Intelligence
- Discuss the consequences of climate change for food security in tropical countries.2023 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Climate Change and Food Security
- Inspiration for creativity springs from the effort to look for the magical in the mundane.2023 · Essay · Essay · Creativity
- 2023 Paper II Q1(e): ನೀಡಿರುವ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ, ಅದರ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ದಲಿತ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ-ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit Literature · ದಲಿತ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- Assess whether conscience is a more reliable guide than laws and explain why probity is essential for governance and development.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conscience and Probity
- Girls are weighed down by restrictions and boys by demands; both are harmful disciplines.2023 · Essay · Society · Gender Socialisation
- Why is the world facing a crisis of availability and access to freshwater resources?2023 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Freshwater Crisis
- Discuss the role of Presiding Officers of state legislatures in maintaining order, impartiality and democratic practice.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · State Legislatures
- Introduce Artificial Intelligence and explain its role in clinical diagnosis. What privacy threats can arise from AI in healthcare?2023 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · AI in Healthcare
- ಪಂಪ ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ ಎಂಬ ಹೆಸರಿಟ್ಟರೂ ‘ಕರ್ಣ ರಸಾಯನಮಲ್ತೆ ಭಾರತಂ’ ಎಂದು ಏಕೆ ಹೇಳುತ್ತಾನೆ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪ - ಕರ್ಣ
- ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷಾ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷೆಗಳು
- How are fjords formed and why are they among the world’s most picturesque landforms?2023 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Fjords
- Discuss ways in which microorganisms can help meet the current fuel shortage.2023 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Microorganisms and Fuel
- Mathematics is the music of reason.2023 · Essay · Science & Technology · Mathematics and Reason
- Human Resource Development has received inadequate attention in India’s development process. Suggest measures to address this.2023 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Human Resource Development
- Explain Guru Nanak’s major teachings and the role of social capital in good governance.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Social Capital
- ‘ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ’ಯ ಕಥೆಗಳು ಜೈನ ಧರ್ಮಾವಲಂಬನೆಯಿಂದ ಕೂಡಿವೆ ಎನ್ನಬಹುದೇ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ - ಜೈನ ಧರ್ಮ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಪರಂಪರೆ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಯೋಗ ವೈವಿಧ್ಯವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India in containing abuse of dominance by multinational corporations.2023 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Competition Commission
- A society with more justice needs less charity.2023 · Essay · Ethics · Justice and Charity
- Analyse causes of catastrophic dam failures and give examples of major dam failures.2023 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Dam Safety
- Bank dormant-account case: evaluate ethical issues when a bank manager releases money from a dormant account for a colleague’s father’s surgery.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Bank Ethics Case Study
- Why is the South-West Monsoon called Purvaiya in the Bhojpur region, and how has it influenced the region’s culture?2023 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Monsoon and Culture
- ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಭೋಗದ ಉತ್ತುಂಗತೆಯನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಭೋಗ
- ಪಂಪಭಾರತದ ನಾಯಕ ಯಾರು? ಅವನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಕವಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪಭಾರತ - ನಾಯಕ
- Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one learned in school.2023 · Essay · Science & Technology · Education and Learning
- Do you think marriage as a sacrament is losing its value in modern India?2023 · Mains GS1 · Society · Marriage and Society
- What is oil pollution? Explain its impact on marine ecosystems and why it is especially harmful for India.2023 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Oil Pollution
- Uttarkashi landslide case: as District Magistrate and physician, decide on emergency blood transfusion without recognised blood-bank support.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Disaster Medical Ethics Case Study
- E-governance has improved effectiveness, transparency and accountability. What inadequacies still limit these gains?2023 · Mains GS2 · Governance · E-Governance
- ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಶೃಂಗಾರ ಮತ್ತು ವೈರಾಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಸಮರಸಗೊಳಿಸಿದ ಕವಿಯ ಚಮತ್ಕಾರವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳ ಕುರಿತು ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳು
- Winning hearts and minds is essential in terrorism-affected areas. Discuss government measures for conflict resolution in Jammu and Kashmir.2023 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Counter Terrorism
- The virus of conflict is affecting the functioning of the SCO. Discuss India’s role in mitigating these problems.2023 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · SCO
- Explain why suicide among young women is increasing in Indian society.2023 · Mains GS1 · Society · Women and Mental Health
- Rashika work-life case: analyse ethical issues of unreasonable official demands on a woman civil servant and suggest legal and institutional safeguards.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Workplace Ethics Case Study
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಗಳ ಪ್ರಭೆ ಹೇಗೆ ಕಂಡು ಬರುತ್ತದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸ - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ನವ್ಯಕಾವ್ಯ ನಡೆದು ಬಂದ ದಾರಿಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವ್ಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- Use of UAVs by adversaries for arms, ammunition and drugs is a security threat. Comment on measures to tackle it.2023 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · UAV Security Threats
- Child cuddling is increasingly being replaced by mobile phones. Discuss its impact on children’s socialisation.2023 · Mains GS1 · Society · Children and Socialisation
- Vinod transport-corporation case: evaluate options for an honest IAS officer facing evidence of procurement corruption involving a powerful chairman.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Bureaucracy and Corruption Case Study
- Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the West. Describe its economic and political benefits for India.2023 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Indian Diaspora
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಪರಂಪರೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿ ಯಾಕೆ ಮುಖ್ಯ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿ
- ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರನ ಪಂಪರಾಮಾಯಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಅನನ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರ - ಪಂಪರಾಮಾಯಣ
- Seema architect case: as Additional Director General, address workplace humiliation by a senior architect and protect project delivery and employee dignity.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Workplace Harassment Case Study
- Most unemployment in India is structural. Examine the methodology used to compute unemployment and suggest improvements.2023 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Structural Unemployment
- What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do some of these features still persist in Indian society?2023 · Mains GS1 · History · Vedic Society
- Illustrate the Constitution of India as a living instrument with special reference to the expanding right to life and personal liberty.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Right to Life
- ‘ವಚನ ಕಮ್ಮಟ’ - ಪುಸ್ತಕದ ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ವಚನ ಕಮ್ಮಟ
- ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ ಸಮಕಾಲೀನ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗಳಿಗೂ ಕನ್ನಡ ಹಿಡಿಯುತ್ತದೆ - ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ - ಸಮಕಾಲೀನತೆ
- Distinguish care economy from monetised economy and explain how women’s empowerment can monetise care work.2023 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Care Economy
- Explain constitutional perspectives on gender justice with relevant constitutional provisions and case law.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Gender Justice
- Social-media bullying case: analyse ethical issues when a public servant’s child is bullied online and counter-videos are used to respond to viral misinformation.2023 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Social Media Ethics Case Study
- What major technological changes were introduced during the Sultanate period, and how did they influence Indian society?2023 · Mains GS1 · History · Sultanate Technology
- ‘ಕರ್ಣಪರ್ವ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಬರುವ ಕರ್ಣಾರ್ಜುನರ ವಾಗ್ವಾದವನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕರ್ಣಪರ್ವ - ಕರ್ಣಾರ್ಜುನ ವಾಗ್ವಾದ
- ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Progressive Literature · ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆ
- How did colonial rule affect Indian tribes, and what was the tribal response to colonial oppression?2023 · Mains GS1 · History · Tribal Resistance
- Account for legal and political factors behind the reduced use of Article 356 since the mid-1990s.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Article 356
- Explain changes in Indian cropping patterns in the context of changing consumption patterns and marketing conditions.2023 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Cropping Pattern
- ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ ಮತ್ತು ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನನ ಸಂಬಂಧದ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ - ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ತ್ರೀಕರಣ ಕುರಿತು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಸ್ತ್ರೀಕರಣ
- Discuss the contribution of civil society groups to effective and meaningful participation of women in state legislatures.2023 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Women in Legislatures
- Discuss direct and indirect farm subsidies in India and WTO-related concerns about agricultural subsidies.2023 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agricultural Subsidies
- Comment on the resource potential of India’s long coastline and the status of natural-hazard preparedness in these areas.2023 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Coastal Resources
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ನವೋದಯ ಕಾಲದ ಸಲ್ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಕಾಲ
- ಕಾವ್ಯಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕರ ವ್ಯಾಖ್ಯೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಕಾವ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣ
- Explain the significance of the 101st Constitutional Amendment and how far it reflects accommodative federalism.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · GST and Federalism
- Identify factors responsible for diversity of natural vegetation in India and assess the significance of wildlife sanctuaries in rainforest regions.2023 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Natural Vegetation
- How do electric vehicles reduce carbon emissions, and what key benefits do they offer over combustion-engine vehicles?2023 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Electric Vehicles
- ‘ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕದ ವರ್ಣ ಸಂಘರ್ಷ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ
- ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಕಾರ್ಯ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಕಾರ್ಯ
- Why has human development failed to keep pace with economic development in India?2023 · Mains GS1 · Society · Human Development
- Explain the main task of India’s third Moon mission, countries that achieved it, and the spacecraft system/launch-control role.2023 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Chandrayaan Mission
- Explain the structure of the Parliamentary Committee system and the contribution of financial committees to institutionalising Parliament.2023 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Committees
- ‘ತೃಷಾಕ್ರಾಂತ’ ಮಹಾಕಾವ್ಯಾಂಶ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ತೃಷಾಕ್ರಾಂತ
- ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಗುಹೆಗಳು2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಗುಹೆಗಳು
- India moved from being a net food importer in the 1960s to a net food exporter. Provide reasons.2023 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Food Security
- Comment on India’s National Wetland Conservation Programme and name important Ramsar wetlands.2023 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Wetland Conservation
- Development and welfare schemes for vulnerable groups are discriminatory by nature. Do you agree? Give reasons.2023 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Welfare Schemes
- ‘ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ’ - ದೇ.ಜ.ಗೌ ಸಂಪಾದಿಸಿದ ಈ ಪುಸ್ತಕವನ್ನು ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ
- ಸಂಗೀತಕ್ಕೆ ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಅರಸರ ಕೊಡುಗೆ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಗೀತ
- Does urbanisation lead to greater segregation or marginalisation of the poor in Indian metropolises?2023 · Mains GS1 · Society · Urbanisation and Poverty
- Analyse the linkages between education, skill and employment in the context of skill-development programmes.2023 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Skill and Employment
- Assess the impact of projected sea-level rise on India and other countries in the Indian Ocean region.2023 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Sea Level Rise
- ಜೀಲಂಪ ಅವರು ಸಂಪಾದಿಸಿದ ‘ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು’ - ಪುಸ್ತಕವನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು
- ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ
- Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?2023 · Mains GS1 · Society · Caste Identity
- What internal security challenges does India face? Explain the role of central intelligence and investigative agencies.2023 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Internal Security Challenges
- Evaluate the statement that NATO expansion and stronger US-Europe partnership work well for India.2023 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · NATO and India
- ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ದಲಿತರ ದಾರುಣತೆಯನ್ನು ದೇವನೂರು ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ?2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · ಒಡಲಾಳ
- ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳ ಬಳಕೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅವುಗಳ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳು
- Discuss the role of the International Maritime Organisation in protecting the environment and enhancing maritime safety and security.2023 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · International Maritime Organisation
- Identify major sources of terror funding in India and efforts to curb them, including the No Money for Terror conference.2023 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Terror Funding
- Discuss the impact of the post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.2023 · Mains GS1 · Society · Liberalisation and Identity
- ಜಿ.ಎಸ್. ನಾಯಕರು ಸಂಪಾದಿಸಿದ ‘ಹೊಸಗನ್ನಡ ಕವಿತೆ’ ಸಂಕಲನ ಯಾಕೆ ಪ್ರಾತಿನಿಧಿಕವಾದ ಕವನ ಸಂಕಲನವಾಗಿದೆ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಹೊಸಗನ್ನಡ ಕವಿತೆ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಧರ್ಮ ಸಮನ್ವಯತೆ ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಧರ್ಮ ಸಮನ್ವಯತೆ
- ‘ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ’ ಪಂಥದ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಿಚಾರವೈವಿಧ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಒಂದು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Progressive Literature · ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಕಥೆಗಳು
- ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ತಾತ್ವಿಕತೆಯನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಬದುಕು ಹದವಾಗುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ
- ರಸ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ ಕುರಿತು ಭಾರತೀಯ ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕರಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಚರ್ಚೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ರಸ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- ‘ದೇವರು’ - ಕೃತಿಯ ವೈಚಾರಿಕ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ದೇವರು
- ಕಾವ್ಯ ಮೀಮಾಂಸೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ ಮತ್ತು ಧ್ವನ್ಯಭೇದಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- ಕೆ.ಎಸ್.ನ. ಅವರ ಕವನಗಳ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಕೆ.ಎಸ್.ನ. ಕಾವ್ಯ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಇತಿಹಾಸದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಧರ್ಮಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಧರ್ಮಗಳು
- ಒಗಟುಗಳು ಮನುಷ್ಯ ಸಮಾಜದ ಸೃಜನಶೀಲತೆಯನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಫಲಿಸುತ್ತವೆ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಒಗಟುಗಳು
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಸಾರಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- ಕಾಳೇಗೌಡ ನಾಗವಾರರು ಸಂಪಾದಿಸಿದ ‘ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳೆದೋ’ - ಕೃತಿಯ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳೆದೋ
- ಹರಿದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಗೀತದ ಅಂತರ ಸಂಬಂಧವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಹರಿದಾಸ ಕೀರ್ತನೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಗೀತ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಜಾನಪದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನಕ್ಕೆ ‘ಜಾನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳೇನು?2023 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜಾನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ
- ನವ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳಾವುವು? ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2023 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ನವ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ ಅವುಗಳ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — 2022 Paper II Q1(a): “ಬಾಗದ ನಣ್ಣಿಯ ... ಕವಿಕರ್ಣ ...”2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ Q1(a)
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಪ್ರಾಚೀನತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅದು ಬೆಳೆದುಬಂದ ವಿವಿಧ ಹಂತಗಳು.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಪ್ರಾಚೀನತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ
- Wisdom lies in knowing what to reckon with and what to overlook. Critically evaluate whether bureaucratic preoccupation with peripheral issues can lead to travesty of justice in effective service delivery and good governance. Also explain empathy and compassion as attributes of competent civil servants.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Wisdom and Compassion
- Why is Public Private Partnership required in infrastructural projects? Examine the role of PPP model in the redevelopment of Railway Stations in India.2022 · Mains GS3 · Economy · PPP Infrastructure
- The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme Court. Discuss with relevant case laws.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Environmental Constitutionalism
- How will you explain that medieval Indian temple sculptures represent the social life of those days?2022 · Mains GS1 · History · Temple Sculpture
- Forests are the best case studies for economic excellence.2022 · Essay · Environment · Forests and Economic Excellence
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ವಚನಭಾಗದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ: “ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಮೇಲೊಂದು ಮನೆಯ ಮಾಡಿ / ಮೃಗಗಳಿಗಂಜಿದೊಡಂತೆಯ್ಯ? / ಸಮುದ್ರದ ತಡಿಯೊಳೊಂದು ಮನೆಯ ಮಾಡಿ / ನೊರೆತೊರೆಗಳಿಗಂಜಿದೊಡಂತೆಯ್ಯ? / ಸಂತೆಯೊಳಗೊಂದು ಮನೆಯ ಮಾಡಿ / ಶಬ್ದಕ್ಕೆ ನಾಚಿದೊಡಂತೆಯ್ಯ? / ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನ ದೇವ ಕೇಳಯ್ಯ / ಲೋಕದೊಳಗೆ ಹುಟ್ಟಿದ ಬಳಿಕ / ಸ್ತುತಿ ನಿಂದೆಗಳು ಬಂದರೆ / ಮನದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೋಪವತಾಳದೆ ಸಮಾಧಾನಿಯಾಗಿರಬೇಕು.”2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ ವಚನ - ಸಂದರ್ಭ
- ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯದ ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಣ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ - ಕರ್ಣ
- Rules and regulations are same for all civil servants, yet performance differs. Discuss how positive-minded officers interpret rules to achieve success while negative-minded officers may fail. Also explain how ethical values assist in resolving day-to-day conflicts.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Rules and Ethical Values
- Is inclusive growth possible under market economy? State the significance of financial inclusion in achieving economic growth in India.2022 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Inclusive Growth
- Right of movement and residence throughout the territory of India are freely available to Indian citizens, but these rights are not absolute. Comment.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Freedom of Movement and Residence
- Why did the armies of the British East India Company, mostly comprising Indian soldiers, win consistently against the more numerous and better equipped armies of the Indian rulers? Give reasons.2022 · Mains GS1 · History · British East India Company
- Poets are the unacknowledged legislators of the world.2022 · Essay · Essay · Poetry and Society
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ ಅವುಗಳ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — 2022 Paper II Q1(c): “ನಡು ನೀರ ಸಮುದ್ರದ ... ಶರಣಗೆ ...”2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ Q1(c)
- ‘ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನ’ನೊಂದಿಗಿನ ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿಯ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ - ಭಕ್ತಿ
- History is a series of victories won by the scientific man over the romantic man.2022 · Essay · Science & Technology · Science and History
- Explain the meaning of the quotations: “Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have the right to do and what is right to do”; “If a country is to be corruption-free... father, mother and teacher”; and “Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.”2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Quotations
- What are the major challenges of Public Distribution System in India? How can it be made effective and transparent?2022 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Public Distribution System
- To what extent has the decentralisation of power in India changed the governance landscape at the grassroots?2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Decentralisation
- Why was there a sudden spurt in famines in colonial India since the mid-eighteenth century? Give reasons.2022 · Mains GS1 · History · Colonial Famines
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ ಅವುಗಳ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — 2022 Paper II Q1(d): “ಅರುಣ ಸಾರಥಿ ಭುವನ ಕಾರ್ಯದ ...”2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ Q1(d)
- ಹರಿಹರನ ಶಿವ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಹರ - ಶಿವಭಕ್ತಿ
- What do you understand by good governance? Discuss recent e-governance initiatives and ethical issues involved in online methods in administration, education and telemedicine, especially for vulnerable sections.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Good Governance and E Governance
- Elaborate the scope and significance of the food processing industry in India.2022 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Processing
- Discuss the role of the Vice President of India as the Chairman of Rajya Sabha.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Vice President
- Describe the characteristics and types of primary rocks.2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Primary Rocks
- A ship in harbour is safe, but that is not what ship is for.2022 · Essay · Philosophy · Risk and Purpose
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗದ ಸಂದರ್ಭವನ್ನು ಸೂಚಿಸಿ ಅವುಗಳ ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — 2022 Paper II Q1(e): “ಮಾಗದೊಳಿಂಬಂತೆ ... ಆತ್ಮವಿಜ್ಞಾನಿಯುಂ ...”2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ Q1(e)
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಗಳು.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸ - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- Russia-Ukraine war has raised ethical issues related to launching and continuing war. Illustrate the crucial ethical issues involved. Also write short notes on constitutional morality, conflict of interest, probity in public life, challenges of digitalisation and devotion to duty.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · War Ethics and Probity
- The increase in life expectancy in the country has led to newer health challenges in the community. What are those challenges and what steps need to be taken to meet them?2022 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Health and Ageing
- Discuss the role of the National Commission for Backward Classes after its transformation from a statutory body to a constitutional body.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · NCBC
- Discuss the meaning of colour-coded weather warnings for cyclone-prone areas given by India Meteorological Department.2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Weather Warnings
- The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.2022 · Essay · Philosophy · Preparedness
- ಪಂಪ ಮತ್ತು ನಾರಣಪ್ಪ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿರುವ ಕರ್ಣಪಾತ್ರವು ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿತ್ವದ ಕರಾಳ ಮುಖಗಳನ್ನು ಅನಾವರಣಗೊಳಿಸಿದೆ. ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪ-ನಾರಣಪ್ಪ ಕರ್ಣ
- ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ವಿವಿಧ ಪ್ರಕಾರಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರಗಳು
- Each year a large amount of plant material, cellulose, is deposited on the surface of planet Earth. What natural processes does this cellulose undergo before yielding carbon dioxide, water and other end products?2022 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Cellulose Decomposition
- Whistle-blowers who report corruption face grave danger and victimisation. Suggest policy measures to strengthen their protection. Also critically examine whether Corporate Social Responsibility is efficient and sufficient for fulfilling corporate social responsibilities amid climate and environmental concerns.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Whistleblowing and CSR
- The Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous coordination between the government and the private sector to achieve the goal of connectivity. Discuss.2022 · Mains GS2 · Governance · PM Gati Shakti and Infrastructure Coordination
- Discuss the natural resource potential of Deccan Trap.2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Deccan Trap
- You cannot step twice in the same river.2022 · Essay · Philosophy · Change and Continuity
- ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆಯ ಕಥೆಗಳು ಧರ್ಮ ಪ್ರಸಾರಣೆಯನ್ನು ಉದ್ದೇಶವಾಗಿಸಿಕೊಂಡರೂ ಆ ಕಾಲದ ವಸ್ತು ಸ್ಥಿತಿಗೆ ಕನ್ನಡಿ ಹಿಡಿಯುತ್ತವೆ. ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ - ಸಮಾಜಚಿತ್ರ
- ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರನು ತನ್ನ ಪಂಪರಾಮಾಯಣ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾವಣನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಉದಾತ್ತೀಕರಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರ - ರಾವಣ
- Discuss in detail photochemical smog, emphasising its formation, effects and mitigation. Explain the 1999 Gothenburg Protocol.2022 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Photochemical Smog and Gothenburg Protocol
- Prabhat, an officer in Sterling Electric Ltd., faces financial pressure and is offered confidential bid documents by a job applicant from a rival company in exchange for employment. Discuss ethical issues, options available and the most appropriate course of action.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corporate Integrity Case Study
- The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 remains only a legal document without intense sensitisation of government functionaries and citizens regarding disability. Comment.2022 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Disability Rights
- Examine the potential of wind energy in India and explain the reasons for its limited spatial spread.2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Wind Energy
- A smile is the chosen vehicle for all ambiguities.2022 · Essay · Ethics · Human Communication
- ಭೋಗ-ಯೋಗಗಳ ಸಾಮರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಭೋಗ ಯೋಗ
- ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಬಿಂಬಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮದ ತಾತ್ತ್ವಿಕತೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆ - ಜೈನ ತತ್ತ್ವ
- Ramesh, Director in a border State Home Department, finds illegal migrants entering with forged documents and connivance of officials. Senior officers pressure him to withdraw his confidential report. Identify options, evaluate them, decide action and suggest policy measures against illegal infiltration.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Illegal Migration Case Study
- Explain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian subcontinent. Discuss two recent examples.2022 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Cloudburst
- Reforming the government delivery system through the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme is a progressive step, but it has limitations too. Comment.2022 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Direct Benefit Transfer
- Explore and evaluate the impact of Work From Home on family relationships.2022 · Mains GS1 · Society · Work From Home
- Just because you have a choice, it does not mean that any of them has to be right.2022 · Essay · Ethics · Choice and Ethics
- ಧರ್ಮದ ಮುಖೇನ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಮಾನತೆಯನ್ನು ವಚನಕಾರರು ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದಿಸಿದರು? ವಚನಗಳ ಆಧಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ವಚನಕಾರರು - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಮಾನತೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಕನ್ನಡ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳು
- Ashok, an investigative journalist, uncovers a stone-mining mafia involving corrupt officials and a politically connected MLA after a police officer is killed. His channel management pressures him to suppress the story in return for personal benefits. Discuss options, ethical dilemmas and training needed for officials in such areas.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Illegal Mining Journalism Case Study
- Discuss the types of organised crime. Describe the linkages between terrorists and organised crime at national and transnational levels.2022 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Organised Crime
- India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka. Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in light of this statement.2022 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India Sri Lanka
- How is the growth of Tier 2 cities related to the rise of a new middle class with an emphasis on the culture of consumption?2022 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tier-2 Cities and New Middle Class
- ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ವೈಚಾರಿಕತೆ ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೃತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಮೇಳೈಸಿದೆ? ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸ - ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ವೈಚಾರಿಕತೆ
- ರನ್ನ ಕವಿಯ ದುರ್ಯೋಧನನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ರನ್ನ - ದುರ್ಯೋಧನ
- As a member of a shoe-company inspection team, you are pressured to clear a rejected export consignment with poor quality for domestic sale, under threat of termination. Identify options, evaluate them, discuss ethical dilemmas and consequences of overlooking quality defects.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Product Quality Case Study
- What are the maritime security challenges in India? Discuss organisational, technical and procedural initiatives taken to improve maritime security.2022 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Maritime Security
- Do you think BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like SAARC? What are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian foreign policy objectives realised by forming this new organisation?2022 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · BIMSTEC and SAARC
- Given the diversities among tribal communities in India, in which specific context should they be considered as a single category?2022 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tribal Communities
- ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ಲೌಕಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮಿಕ ಬದುಕಿನ ಸಾಧನೆಯನ್ನು ಹರಿಹರ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಹರ - ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣ
- ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆ ಇಂದಿಗೂ ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತವಾಗಿದೆ? ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ವಚನಗಳ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆ
- Rakesh, Joint Commissioner in the Transport Department, faces a drivers’ union strike demanding extra compensation and employment for the family of a driver who died after an altercation while on duty. Identify options, evaluate them, discuss ethical dilemmas and choose a course of action.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Transport Strike Case Study
- Economic growth in the recent past has been led by increase in labour productivity. Explain this statement. Suggest the growth pattern that will lead to creation of more jobs without compromising labour productivity.2022 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Labour Productivity
- Discuss the procedures to decide disputes arising out of election of a Member of Parliament or State Legislature under the Representation of the People Act, 1951. What are the grounds on which election of a returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party?2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Election Disputes
- The political and administrative reorganization of states and territories has been a continuous ongoing process since the mid-nineteenth century. Discuss with examples.2022 · Mains GS1 · History · State Reorganisation
- ಕೆಳವರ್ಗದ ವಚನಕಾರರ ಸಂವೇದನೆ, ವಸ್ತು-ವಿಷಯ ಮತ್ತು ಶೈಲಿಗಳು ಉಳಿದ ವಚನಕಾರರಿಗಿಂತ ಭಿನ್ನವಾಗಿವೆ - ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಕೆಳವರ್ಗದ ವಚನಕಾರರು
- ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ದ ಭರತೇಶ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಸುಮಾಂಜಲಿಯರ ಪಾತ್ರಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಪಾತ್ರಗಳು
- As an officer in the Environment Pollution Control Board, you find many small and medium industries violating environmental compliance while employing migrant workers. Your notices trigger hostility from industry, workers and politicians, while NGOs demand closure. Identify options, examine them, suggest compliance mechanisms and discuss ethical dilemmas.2022 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Environmental Compliance Case Study
- Do you think India will meet 50 percent of its energy needs from renewable energy by 2030? Justify your answer. How will shifting subsidies from fossil fuels to renewables help achieve this objective?2022 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Renewable Energy
- Discuss the essential conditions for exercise of legislative powers by the Governor. Discuss the legality of re-promulgation of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legislature.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Governor Ordinance Power
- Discuss the main contributions of Gupta period and Chola period to Indian heritage and culture.2022 · Mains GS1 · History · Gupta and Chola
- ಪಂಪ ಮಾರ್ಗ-ದೇಸಿಗಳ ಸಮನ್ವಯವನ್ನು ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಧಿಸಿದ ರೀತಿಯನ್ನು ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪ - ಮಾರ್ಗ ದೇಸಿ ಸಮನ್ವಯ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲಿನ ಪ್ರಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರೇರಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ - ಪ್ರಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರೇರಣೆ
- What are the main bottlenecks in upstream and downstream process of marketing agricultural products in India?2022 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agricultural Marketing
- While national political parties in India favour centralisation, regional parties are in favour of state autonomy. Comment.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Centralisation and State Autonomy
- Discuss the significance of the lion and bull figures in Indian mythology, art and architecture.2022 · Mains GS1 · History · Mythology and Art
- ‘ರೂಪಕ ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಚಕ್ರವರ್ತಿ - ಕುಮಾರ ವ್ಯಾಸ’ ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ಸಮರ್ಥಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ - ರೂಪಕ
- ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit-Bandaya Literature · ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಆಶಯ
- What is Integrated Farming System? How is it helpful to small and marginal farmers in India?2022 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Integrated Farming System
- Critically examine the procedures through which the Presidents of India and France are elected.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Presidential Elections
- What are the forces that influence ocean currents? Describe their role in the fishing industry of the world.2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Ocean Currents
- ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ವಿಧಾನ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- Launched on 25 December 2021, James Webb Space Telescope has been much in news since then. What are its unique features that make it superior to predecessor space telescopes? What are the key goals and potential benefits of this mission?2022 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · James Webb Space Telescope
- Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.2022 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Election Commission
- Describing the distribution of rubber-producing countries, indicate the major environmental issues faced by them.2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Rubber Production
- ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ದ ಸಾಕವ್ವ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · ಒಡಲಾಳ - ಸಾಕವ್ವ
- ಧ್ವನಿ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಆತ್ಮ - ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- What is the basic principle behind vaccine development? How do vaccines work? What approaches were adopted by Indian vaccine manufacturers to produce COVID-19 vaccines?2022 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Vaccine Development
- Besides welfare schemes, India needs deft management of inflation and unemployment to serve the poor and underprivileged sections of society. Discuss.2022 · Mains GS2 · Society · Inflation and Unemployment
- Mention the significance of straits and isthmus in international trade.2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Straits and Isthmus
- ‘ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ’ಯಲ್ಲಿ ಜನಪದರ ಆತ್ಮಾಂತರಂಗಗಳು ಹೇಗೆ ದಾಖಲಾಗಿವೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ
- ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ಕಾಲದ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ
- Discuss global warming and mention its effects on global climate. Explain control measures to bring down greenhouse gases in light of the Kyoto Protocol, 1997.2022 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Global Warming and Kyoto Protocol
- Do you agree that increasing dependence on donor agencies for development reduces the importance of community participation in the development process? Justify your answer.2022 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Donor Agencies and Community Participation
- Troposphere is a very significant atmospheric layer that determines weather processes. How?2022 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Troposphere
- ಜನಪದ-ಜಾನಪದಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಮತ್ತು ಅರ್ಥ ವಿವರಣೆ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜನಪದ-ಜಾನಪದ
- ಮಧ್ಯಕಾಲೀನ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಧರ್ಮ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಮಧ್ಯಕಾಲೀನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಧರ್ಮ
- Explain the causes and effects of coastal erosion in India. What coastal management techniques are available for combating the hazard?2022 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Coastal Erosion
- The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 remains inadequate in promoting an incentive-based system for children’s education without generating awareness about the importance of schooling. Analyse.2022 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Right to Education
- Analyse the salience of sect in Indian society vis-a-vis caste, region and religion.2022 · Mains GS1 · Society · Sect in Indian Society
- ಗಿರೀಶ ಕಾರ್ನಾಡರ ‘ತುಘಲಕ್’ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಆಧುನಿಕ ಸಂವೇದನೆ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · ತುಘಲಕ್ - ಆಧುನಿಕ ಸಂವೇದನೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವ್ಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವ್ಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಭಾಷೆ
- What are the different elements of cyber security? Keeping in view the challenges in cyber security, examine the extent to which India has successfully developed a comprehensive National Cyber Security Strategy.2022 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Security
- How will I2U2 grouping transform India’s position in global politics?2022 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · I2U2
- Are tolerance, assimilation and pluralism the key elements in the making of an Indian form of secularism? Justify your answer.2022 · Mains GS1 · Society · Indian Secularism
- ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ವಸ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ಧೋರಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit-Bandaya Literature · ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- ಭರತನ ರಸ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಭರತನ ರಸಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- Naxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. Discuss the emerging issues and suggest a multilayered strategy to tackle the menace of Naxalism.2022 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Naxalism
- Clean energy is the order of the day. Describe briefly India’s changing policy towards climate change in various international fora in the context of geopolitics.2022 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Clean Energy Diplomacy
- Elucidate the relationship between globalization and new technology in a world of scarce resources, with special reference to India.2022 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalization and Technology
- ‘ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ವರ್ಗ-ಸಂಘರ್ಷದ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ - ವರ್ಗ ಸಂಘರ್ಷ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ-ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ
- ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಕಥೆಗಳ ತಾತ್ತ್ವಿಕತೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Progressive Literature · ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಕಥೆಗಳು
- ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ತಿಳಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಪ್ರಕೃತಿ-ಮನುಷ್ಯನ ಸಂಬಂಧಗಳು ಮಾನವ ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಮುನ್ನಡೆಸಿವೆ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿ ಕಟ್ಟಿಕೊಡುತ್ತದೆ - ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ - ಪ್ರಕೃತಿ ಮನುಷ್ಯ
- ‘ರೀತಿ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಆತ್ಮ’ ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕರ ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ರೀತಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- ಸ್ತ್ರೀ ಬದುಕಿನ ದುಃಖಾನುಭವಗಳನ್ನು ‘ಮಾಧವಿ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಜೀವಂತವಾಗಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ - ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · ಮಾಧವಿ - ಸ್ತ್ರೀ ಅನುಭವ
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪಕ್ಕೆ ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ಕೊಡುಗೆ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ಕೊಡುಗೆ
- “ಗಾದೆಗಳು ಜನಪದರ ಜೀವನದ ವಿವೇಕ” - ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ‘ಬೀದಿಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳದೋ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಆಧಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಗಾದೆಗಳು - ಬೀದಿಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳದೋ
- ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಣ್ಣ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತುವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Progressive Literature · ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಣ್ಣಕಥೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ಆಶಯಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರಕಾರದ ಆಧಾರದಿಂದ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ರಾಜಮನೆತನಗಳ ಕಾಲದ ಆಡಳಿತ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಆಡಳಿತ ಭಾಷೆ
- ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರ ‘ದೇವರು’ ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಲ್ಪನೆ, ನಂಬಿಕೆ ಮತ್ತು ಆಚರಣೆಗಳ ಸತ್ಯಾಸತ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಸಾಧಾರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ - ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Prose · ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯ - ದೇವರು
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ಹಾದಿಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಸಾವಿರದ ಒಗಟುಗಳು ಕೃಷಿ ಜನಪದರ ಜಾಣ್ಮೆ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯವಾಗಿದೆ - ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಒಗಟುಗಳು - ಜನಪದ ಜಾಣ್ಮೆ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಏಕೀಕರಣವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2022 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಏಕೀಕರಣ
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — Q1(a), Kannada Literature Paper II, 2021.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷೆಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷೆಗಳು
- The process of self-discovery has now been technologically outsourced.2021 · Essay · Science & Technology · Self Discovery and Technology
- Identify five ethical traits on which one can plot the performance of a civil servant and justify their inclusion. Also identify ten essential values needed to be an effective public servant and describe ways to prevent non-ethical behaviour in public servants.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Service Values
- Explain the difference between the computing methodology of India’s Gross Domestic Product before the year 2015 and after the year 2015.2021 · Mains GS3 · Economy · GDP Methodology
- Constitutional Morality is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of Constitutional Morality with the help of relevant judicial decisions.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Constitutional Morality
- Evaluate the nature of Bhakti Literature and its contribution to Indian culture.2021 · Mains GS1 · History · Bhakti Literature
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — Q1(b), Kannada Literature Paper II, 2021.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಪಂಪನ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಮಾರ್ಗ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಭಾವ2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪನ ಕಾವ್ಯಮಾರ್ಗ
- Impact of digital technology as a reliable source of input for rational decision making is debatable. Critically evaluate with a suitable example. Also discuss how innovativeness and creativity help a public official resolve ethical dilemmas.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Digital Decision Making
- Distinguish between Capital Budget and Revenue Budget. Explain the components of both these Budgets.2021 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Capital and Revenue Budget
- Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Women in Judiciary
- Trace the rise and growth of socio-religious reform movements with special reference to Young Bengal and Brahmo Samaj.2021 · Mains GS1 · History · Socio Religious Reform
- Your perception of me is a reflection of you; my reaction to you is an awareness of me.2021 · Essay · Ethics · Perception and Self Awareness
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — Q1(c), Kannada Literature Paper II, 2021.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಜೀವನಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳು2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಜೀವನಮೌಲ್ಯ
- Explain the meaning of the quotations: “Every work has got to pass through hundreds of difficulties before succeeding”; “We can never obtain peace in the outer world until and unless we obtain peace within ourselves”; and “Life doesn’t make any sense without interdependence.”2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Quotations
- How did land reforms in some parts of the country help to improve the socio-economic conditions of marginal and small farmers?2021 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Land Reforms
- How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the states to improve their fiscal position?2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Finance Commission
- Assess the main administrative issues and socio-cultural problems in the integration process of Indian Princely States.2021 · Mains GS1 · History · Princely States Integration
- Philosophy of wantlessness is Utopian, while materialism is a chimera.2021 · Essay · Ethics · Wantlessness and Materialism
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — Q1(d), Kannada Literature Paper II, 2021.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ನೀತಿ2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ನೀತಿ
- Attitude is an important component in the development of human beings. How can a suitable attitude needed for a public servant be built? In a crisis of conscience, does emotional intelligence help without compromising ethical and moral stand? Critically examine.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Attitude and Emotional Intelligence
- How and to what extent would micro-irrigation help in solving India’s water crisis?2021 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Micro Irrigation
- To what extent, in your view, is the Parliament able to ensure accountability of the executive in India?2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Accountability
- Differentiate the causes of landslides in the Himalayan region and the Western Ghats.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Landslides
- The real is rational and the rational is real.2021 · Essay · Ethics · Philosophy and Reality
- ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಪದ್ಯದ ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ — Q1(e), Kannada Literature Paper II, 2021.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯತೆ2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯತೆ
- How is the S-400 air defence system technically superior to any other system presently available in the world?2021 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · S-400 Air Defence
- Refugees should not be turned back to a country where they face persecution or human rights violation. Examine the ethical dimension involved. Also discuss whether impartiality and non-partisanship are indispensable qualities for a successful civil servant.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Refugees and Impartiality
- Pressure groups play a vital role in influencing public policymaking in India. Explain how business associations contribute to public policies.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Business Associations as Pressure Groups
- Despite India being one of the countries of the Gondwanaland, its mining industry contributes much less to its Gross Domestic Product in percentage. Discuss.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mining Industry
- Hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.2021 · Essay · Ethics · Women and Social Change
- ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆಯ ಸುಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿಯ ಕಥೆಯ ಸಾರಸ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂದೇಶವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ - ಸುಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಪ್ರಾಚೀನತೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಆಕರಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಕನ್ನಡದ ಪ್ರಾಚೀನತೆ
- What is research, but a blind date with knowledge!2021 · Essay · Science & Technology · Research and Knowledge
- Explain the purpose of the Green Grid Initiative launched at the World Leaders Summit of the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow in November 2021. When was this idea first floated in the International Solar Alliance?2021 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Green Grid Initiative
- An independent and empowered social audit mechanism is an absolute must in every sphere of public service, including the judiciary, to ensure performance, accountability and ethical conduct. Elaborate. Also justify the statement that integrity is a value that empowers the human being.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Social Audit and Integrity
- Besides being a moral imperative of the Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary pre-condition for sustainable development. Analyse.2021 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Primary Health
- What are the environmental implications of the reclamation of water bodies into urban land use? Explain with examples.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Urban Water Bodies
- ಪಂಪನ ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅರ್ಜುನ ಜೀವನ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳ ಚಿತ್ರಣವನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪ - ಅರ್ಜುನ
- ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರನ ಪಂಪರಾಮಾಯಣದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾವಣನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಉದಾತ್ತೀಕರಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರನ ರಾವಣ
- Sunil, a young civil servant, is posted in a tribal-dominated district affected by illegal sand mining. After initiating strict action, he and his family are threatened by the mining mafia. Identify his options, evaluate them and decide the most appropriate course of action.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Illegal Sand Mining Case Study
- Describe the key points of the revised Global Air Quality Guidelines recently released by the World Health Organisation. How are these different from its last update in 2005? What changes in India’s National Clean Air Programme are required to achieve these revised standards?2021 · Mains GS3 · Environment · WHO Air Quality Guidelines 2021
- Earn while you learn scheme needs to be strengthened to make vocational education and skill training meaningful. Comment.2021 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Vocational Education
- Mention the global occurrence of volcanic eruptions in 2021 and their impact on the regional environment.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Volcanic Eruptions
- History repeats itself, first as a tragedy, second as a farce.2021 · Essay · Philosophy · History and Human Behaviour
- ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ಸರಸನಾಟಕ ಮತ್ತು ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ಹರಿಹರನು ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಹರ - ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣ
- ಹರಿಹರನ ರಗಳೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಬಂಡಾಯದ ಧ್ವನಿಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಹರನ ರಗಳೆ
- Discuss the vulnerability of India to earthquake-related hazards. Give examples including the salient features of major disasters caused by earthquakes in different parts of India during the last three decades.2021 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Earthquake Hazards
- As Vice Principal of a college, you discover examination malpractice involving two influential students and a senior lecturer close to management. Management pressures you to resolve the issue with the flying squad because your promotion may depend on it. Discuss ethical issues, options and your course of action.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Examination Malpractice Case Study
- Can the vicious cycle of gender inequality, poverty and malnutrition be broken through the microfinancing of women SHGs? Explain with examples.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Women SHGs
- Why is India considered a subcontinent? Elaborate on your answer.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Indian Subcontinent
- There are better practices to “best practices”.2021 · Essay · Ethics · Innovation and Governance
- ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನ ರೂಪಕ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ ಕೌಶಲದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯವೇನು? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ರೂಪಕ
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತದ ಪರಂಪರೆ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಯೋಗದ ವಿಧಾನಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತ ಪ್ರಭಾವ
- As project manager of an elevated corridor, you discover cracks in piers caused by poor material. Senior authorities direct you to overlook it to meet a political deadline. Identify options, ethical dilemmas, professional challenges and consequences of ignoring inspection findings.2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Infrastructure Safety Case Study
- Discuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering both at national and international levels.2021 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Money Laundering
- If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s. In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years.2021 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India Africa Relations
- Examine the uniqueness of the tribal knowledge system when compared with mainstream knowledge and cultural systems.2021 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tribal Knowledge System
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಜಾತಿ ಭೇದದ ಕುರಿತಾದ ಜಿಜ್ಞಾಸೆಯು ಹೇಗೆ ಮೂಡಿಬಂದಿದೆ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸ - ಜಾತಿಭೇದ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಅವಸ್ಥೆಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಕನ್ನಡದ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ
- As hospital administrator during the COVID-19 pandemic, you face large patient inflow, staff risk and limited infrastructure. What criteria will justify deploying clinical and non-clinical staff, and would your jurisdiction differ in a private hospital?2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · COVID Hospital Administration Case Study
- Keeping in view India’s internal security, analyse the impact of cross-border cyber attacks. Also, discuss defensive measures against these sophisticated attacks.2021 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Security
- The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union. Explain.2021 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · USA China Rivalry
- Examine the role of the gig economy in the process of empowerment of women in India.2021 · Mains GS1 · Society · Gig Economy and Women
- ದುರ್ಗಾಸಿಂಹನ ನಿರೂಪಣಾ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ದುರ್ಗಾಸಿಂಹ - ನಿರೂಪಣೆ
- ಜನ್ನನ ಯಶೋಧರಚರಿತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅನಂತನಾಥ ಪುರಾಣಗಳನ್ನು ತೌಲನಿಕವಾಗಿ ಸಮೀಕ್ಷಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಜನ್ನ - ತೌಲನಿಕ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ
- A reputed food company sells a domestic product below approved health standards and rejected export products in the domestic market. What action should competent authority take, what options are available to the company to restore reputation, and what ethical dilemmas are involved?2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Food Standards Case Study
- Do you agree that the Indian economy has recently experienced V-shaped recovery? Give reasons in support of your answer.2021 · Mains GS3 · Economy · V Shaped Recovery
- The jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probes within a particular state is being questioned by various States. However, the power of States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · CBI and Federalism
- To what extent did the role of the moderates prepare a base for the wider freedom movement? Comment.2021 · Mains GS1 · History · Moderates and Freedom Movement
- “ಭೋಗ ಮತ್ತು ಯೋಗಗಳ ಸಮನ್ವಯವು ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತವಾಗಿದೆ” ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿ - ಭೋಗಯೋಗ
- ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ನೀಡಿದ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರ ಕೊಡುಗೆ
- Pawan, a government officer, faces persistent humiliation and harassment by a senior officer, affecting his confidence, mental health and family life. What options are available, what approach should he adopt, and what suggestions and training are needed for boss-subordinate relations?2021 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Workplace Harassment Case Study
- Investment in infrastructure is essential for more rapid and inclusive economic growth. Discuss in the light of India’s experience.2021 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Infrastructure Investment
- Though the Human Rights Commissions have contributed immensely to the protection of human rights in India, yet they have failed to assert themselves against the mighty and powerful. Analysing their structural and practical limitations, suggest remedial measures.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Human Rights Commissions
- Bring out the constructive programmes of Mahatma Gandhi during Non-Cooperation Movement and Civil Disobedience Movement.2021 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhian Constructive Programme
- “ಕರ್ಣ ಒಂದು ಅಭಿಶಪ್ತ ಪಾತ್ರ” ಎಂಬ ಉಕ್ತಿಯು ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ - ಕರ್ಣ
- ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳು ಕಥಾಸಾಹಿತ್ಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಫಲವಾಗಿವೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Progressive Literature · ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- What are the salient features of the National Food Security Act, 2013? How has the Food Security Bill helped in eliminating hunger and malnutrition in India?2021 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · National Food Security Act 2013
- Analyse the distinguishing features of the notion of Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Equality in Constitutions
- There arose a serious challenge to the Democratic State System between the two World Wars. Evaluate the statement.2021 · Mains GS1 · History · Inter War Democracy
- ಅಕ್ಕನ ವಚನಗಳ ಕಾವ್ಯಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ಥಳೀಕರಣದ ವಿವಿಧ ವಿಧಾನಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಸ್ಥಳೀಕರಣ
- What are the present challenges before crop diversification? How do emerging technologies provide an opportunity for crop diversification?2021 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Crop Diversification
- Explain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legislative Councils with suitable illustrations.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Legislative Councils
- Briefly mention the alignment of major mountain ranges of the world and explain their impact on local weather conditions, with examples.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mountain Ranges
- ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಆರಂಭಕಾಲ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- ದಲಿತ ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲೆ ವಿಚಾರವಾದಿಗಳ ಪ್ರಭಾವವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit-Bandaya Literature · ವಿಚಾರವಾದದ ಪ್ರಭಾವ
- What are the research and developmental achievements in applied biotechnology? How will these achievements help to uplift the poorer sections of society?2021 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Applied Biotechnology
- Do Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committees keep the administration on its toes and inspire reverence for parliamentary control? Evaluate the working of such committees with suitable examples.2021 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Standing Committees
- How does the melting of the Arctic ice and glaciers of the Antarctic differently affect the weather patterns and human activities on the Earth? Explain.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Cryosphere and Climate
- ಗಾದೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಒಗಟುಗಳ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳು.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಗಾದೆ-ಒಗಟು
- ಪಂಪಭಾರತ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸಭಾರತಗಳು ವಸ್ತುನಿರ್ವಹಣೆ, ಪಾತ್ರವರ್ಣನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಭಿನ್ನವಾಗಿವೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Comparative Literature · ಪಂಪಭಾರತ-ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸಭಾರತ
- The Nobel Prize in Physics of 2014 was jointly awarded for the invention of Blue LEDs in the 1990s. How has this invention impacted the everyday life of human beings?2021 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Blue LEDs
- Has digital illiteracy, particularly in rural areas, coupled with lack of Information and Communication Technology accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification.2021 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Digital Divide and Development
- Discuss the multi-dimensional implications of the uneven distribution of mineral oil in the world.2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mineral Oil Distribution
- ‘ಶೂದ್ರತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕದ ವಸ್ತುವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · ಶೂದ್ರತಪಸ್ವಿ
- ವಚನ ಮತ್ತು ದಾಸಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ತೌಲನಿಕವಾಗಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ವಚನ-ದಾಸ ತೌಲನಿಕತೆ
- Describe the major outcomes of the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. What are the commitments made by India at this conference?2021 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · COP26
- Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and the feminist movement has been patriarchal. Apart from women education and women empowerment schemes, what interventions can help change this milieu?2021 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Women Empowerment
- What are the main socio-economic implications arising out of the development of IT industries in major cities of India?2021 · Mains GS1 · Geography · IT Industry and Urbanisation
- ದೇವರ ವಿಚಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಮೂರ್ತಿಕಾರರ ಚಿಂತನೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಮೂರ್ತಿಕಾರರ ದೇವರ ಚಿಂತನೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯವಿಮರ್ಶೆ2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- Describe the various causes and effects of landslides. Mention the important components of the National Landslide Risk Management Strategy.2021 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Landslide Risk Management
- Can Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organizations present an alternative model of public service delivery to benefit the common citizen? Discuss the challenges of this alternative model.2021 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Civil Society and NGO Service Delivery
- Discuss the main objectives of Population Education and point out the measures to achieve them in India in detail.2021 · Mains GS1 · Society · Population Education
- ‘ಧನಿಯರ ಸತ್ಯನಾರಾಯಣ’ ಕಥೆಯ ಆಶಯ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Short Story · ಧನಿಯರ ಸತ್ಯನಾರಾಯಣ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಶಿವದೇವಾಲಯಗಳು2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಶಿವದೇವಾಲಯಗಳು
- Analyse the multidimensional challenges posed by external state and non-state actors to the internal security of India. Also discuss measures required to combat these threats.2021 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Internal Security Threats
- Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. What importance does it hold for India?2021 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
- What is Cryptocurrency? How does it affect global society? Has it been affecting Indian society also?2021 · Mains GS1 · Society · Technology and Society
- ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ವಿವೇಚನೆಯನ್ನು ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತ ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು
- ವಿಜಯನಗರ ಕಾಲದ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ವಿಜಯನಗರ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ
- Analyse the complexity and intensity of terrorism, its causes, linkages and obnoxious nexus. Also suggest measures required to eradicate the menace of terrorism.2021 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Terrorism
- The newly tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the strength and impact of AUKUS in the present scenario.2021 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · AUKUS
- How does Indian society maintain continuity in traditional social values? Enumerate the changes taking place in it.2021 · Mains GS1 · Society · Traditional Social Values
- ತುಘಲಕ್ನ ಕನಸುಗಳ ಬಗ್ಗೆ, ನಾಟಕದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · ತುಘಲಕ್
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನಾಡಿನ ಜನಪದ ಕಲೆಗಳು2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಜನಪದ ಕಲೆಗಳು
- “ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳದೋ” ಎಂಬ ಉಕ್ತಿಯು ಹೇಗೆ ಸಾರ್ಧಕವಾಗಿದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳದೋ
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆ2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆ
- “ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ” ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಗೋಪಾಲಯ್ಯ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ
- ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ ಮತ್ತು ಧ್ವನಿ ಪ್ರಭೇದಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಧ್ವನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- “ಒಡಲಾಳ”ದ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ಹಾಗೂ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · ಒಡಲಾಳ
- ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಶಿಲ್ಪಕಲೆಯನ್ನು ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯ ಶಿಲ್ಪ
- “ಜಾನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ” ಕೃತಿಯ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜಾನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮದ ಇತಿಹಾಸಸಂದರ್ಭ “ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಭಾರತದ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮದ ಇತಿಹಾಸವೇ ಆಗಿದೆ” – ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮ
- ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಆಶಯಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾರ್ಕ್ಸ್ವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ವಿಕಾಸವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಮಾರ್ಕ್ಸ್ವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಹುಟ್ಟು ಮತ್ತು ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ಮಜಲುಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Bandaya Literature · ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ
- ಔಚಿತ್ಯ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತದ ವಿವೇಚನೆಯನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಔಚಿತ್ಯ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- “ಮಾಧವಿ ಒಂದು ಶೋಷಿತ ಪಾತ್ರ” ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · ಮಾಧವಿ
- “ಸಮಾಜವೇ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಪರಿವರ್ತನೆಯೇ ಬಸವಣ್ಣನವರ ಶರಣಧರ್ಮದ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಆಶಯ” – ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ಬಸವಣ್ಣನ ಶರಣಧರ್ಮ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಮಹಿಳಾಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ನೆಲೆಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Feminist Literature · ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ಕಾವ್ಯ
- ನವೋದಯ ಕವಿಗಳು ಕನ್ನಡ ನಾಡಿನ ಏಕೀಕರಣಕ್ಕೆ ಹೇಗೆ ಸ್ಪಂದಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ ಮತ್ತು ಏಕೀಕರಣ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಇತಿಹಾಸಕ್ಕೆ ವಿವಿಧ ರಾಜಮನೆತನಗಳ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ರಾಜಮನೆತನಗಳ ಕೊಡುಗೆ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀವೈಷ್ಣವಧರ್ಮ ಕಲೆ, ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ಸಮೀಕ್ಷಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಶ್ರೀವೈಷ್ಣವ ಧರ್ಮ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಗೀತ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಅಂತರ್ವಾಹಿನಿಯಾಗಿ ಹರಿದು ಬಂದ ಭಾವವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಗೀತ ಕೀರ್ತನೆ
- ದಲಿತ ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2021 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗ: “ಒಡಲೊಳದೊಂದು ಜೀವ...” — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು
- Life is long journey between human being and being humane2020 · Essay · Ethics · Life Is Long Journey
- There is a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of the People Act. Comment.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · RPA — Corrupt Practices & Disqualification
- Explain intra-generational and inter-generational issues of equity from the perspective of inclusive growth and sustainable development.2020 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Inclusive Growth
- Discuss the role of ethics and values in enhancing the following three major components of Comprehensive National Power: human capital, soft power, and social harmony.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics and National Power
- The rock-cut architecture represents one of the most important sources of our knowledge of early Indian art and history. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS1 · History · Rock-cut Architecture
- ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗ: “ನಡೆ ನಿನ್ನ ಮೂಲಪ್ರತಿವನೆಗೆ ತೋರನುತ...” — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಪಂಪ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀಕೃಷ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಣ2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪಭಾರತ - ಶ್ರೀಕೃಷ್ಣ
- Define potential GDP and explain its determinants. What are the factors that have been inhibiting India from realizing its potential GDP?2020 · Mains GS3 · Economy · GDP
- Mindful manifesto is the catalyst to a tranquil self2020 · Essay · Ethics · Mindful Manifesto Is The
- Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate.2020 · Mains GS1 · History · Buddhism
- Recent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Constitutional Bodies
- Education is not an injunction, it is an effective and pervasive tool for all-round development of an individual and social transformation. Examine the New Education Policy, 2020 in light of the above statement.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Education and Ethics
- ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗ: “ಎಲೆ ಧನಂಜಯ ನೀನು ಹಿಮಕರ...” — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಮಧ್ಯಕಾಲೀನ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ
- Ships do not sink because of water around them, ships sink because of water that gets into them2020 · Essay · Essay · Ships Do Not Sink
- How far do you think cooperation, competition and confrontation have shaped the nature of federation in India? Cite some recent examples to validate your answer.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Indian Federalism
- Evaluate the policies of Lord Curzon and their long term implications on the national movements.2020 · Mains GS1 · History · Colonial Policy
- What are the main constraints in transport and marketing of agricultural produce in India?2020 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agricultural Marketing Constraints
- Hatred is destructive of a person's wisdom and conscience that can poison a nation's spirit. Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Hate and Conscience
- ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗ: “ಜಲವೆ ಸಕಲ ಲೋಕಕೆ ತಾಯಲ್ಲವೆ...” — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಬಸವಣ್ಣನವರ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ಬಸವಣ್ಣ - ಭಕ್ತಿ
- What are the challenges and opportunities of food processing sector in the country? How can the income of the farmers be substantially increased by encouraging food processing?2020 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Processing
- What are the main components of emotional intelligence? Can they be learned? Discuss.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Emotional Intelligence
- Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication2020 · Essay · Ethics · Simplicity Is The Ultimate
- The judicial system in India and UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Judiciary
- Discuss the geophysical characteristics of Circum-Pacific Zone.2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Geophysical Zones
- ಪದ್ಯಭಾಗ: “ಹಾಲ ನೇಮ, ಹಾಲಕನೆಯ ನೇಮ...” — ಸಂದರ್ಭ, ಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಪದ್ಯ ಸಂದರ್ಭ-ಭಾವ-ಸಾರಸ್ಯ
- ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳು2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Bandaya Literature · ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ - ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳು
- Culture is what we are, civilization is what we have2020 · Essay · Society · Culture Is What We
- What teachings of Buddha are most relevant today and why? Discuss.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Buddha's Teachings
- The process of desertification does not have climate boundaries. Justify with examples.2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Desertification
- What do you understand by nanotechnology and how is it helping in the health sector?2020 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Nanotechnology
- Once a Speaker, always a Speaker. Do you think this practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implication for the robust functioning of parliamentary business in India?2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Speaker
- ಸುಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿಯ ಕಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವರ್ಣನೆಗೊಂಡ ಅಗ್ನಿಭೂತಿ - ವಾಯುಭೂತಿಯರ ವಿದ್ಯಾಭ್ಯಾಸದ ಪ್ರಸಂಗದ ಸಾರಸ್ಯವನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಸುಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿ ಕಥೆ - ವಿದ್ಯಾಭ್ಯಾಸ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಧ್ವನಿಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕವಾಗಿ ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಧ್ವನಿಬದಲಾವಣೆ
- There can be no social justice without economic prosperity but economic prosperity without social justice is meaningless2020 · Essay · Society · Social Justice & Economic Prosperity
- In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Geriatric & Maternal Health
- How is science interwoven deeply with our lives? What are the striking changes in agriculture triggered off by the science-based technologies?2020 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Science in Agriculture
- How will the melting of Himalayan glaciers have a far-reaching impact on the water resources of India?2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Himalayan Glaciers
- The will to power exists, but it can be tamed and be guided by rationality and principles of moral duty. Examine this statement in the context of international relations.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics in International Relations
- ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನು ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಣದಲ್ಲಿ ತೋರಿದ ಕೌಶಲ್ಯದಿಂದಾಗಿ ಕರ್ಣನ ಮೂರ್ತಿ ಜನತೆಯ ಮನಸ್ಸಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಶಾಶ್ವತವಾಗಿ ಉಳಿದುಕೊಂಡಿದೆ’ – ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯ ಔಚಿತ್ಯವನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ - ಕರ್ಣ
- ಪಂಪ ಮಹಾಕಾವ್ಯ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸುವ ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪಭಾರತ - ಕರ್ಣ
- Patriarchy is the least noticed yet the most significant structure of social inequality2020 · Essay · Society · Patriarchy Is The Least
- Account for the present location of iron and steel industries away from the source of raw material, by giving examples.2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Industrial Location
- Distinguish between laws and rules. Discuss the role of ethics in formulating them.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Law and Ethics
- Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance. In this context, suggest reforms in Civil Service for strengthening democracy.2020 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Civil Services Reform
- How does the draft Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2020 differ from the existing EIA Notification, 2006?2020 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Draft EIA Notification 2020
- ವೀರ ಭರತ - ಸಂಸಾರಿ ಭರತ - ಈ ವೈವಿಧ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವಕಾವ್ಯವು ಹೇಗೆ ನಿಭಾಯಿಸಿದೆ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಭರತನ ವೈವಿಧ್ಯ
- ಜನ್ನಕವಿಯ ‘ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ‘ರತಿ-ವಿರತಿ’ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆ - ರತಿ ವಿರತಿ
- Has caste lost its relevance in understanding the multi-cultural Indian Society? Elaborate your answer with illustrations.2020 · Mains GS1 · Society · Caste
- The emergence of Fourth Industrial Revolution has initiated e-Governance as an integral part of government. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS2 · Governance · E-Governance
- What are the salient features of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan launched by the Government of India for water conservation and water security?2020 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Jal Shakti Abhiyan
- Technology as the silent factor in international relations2020 · Essay · Science & Technology · Technology As The Silent
- A positive attitude is considered to be an essential characteristic of a civil servant who is often required to function under extreme stress. What contributes to a positive attitude in a person?2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Attitude
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳು ಸಾರುವ ಧರ್ಮ ಮತ್ತು ಸಮಾಜಧರ್ಮಗಳ ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · ಕನಕದಾಸ - ಧರ್ಮ ಮತ್ತು ಸಮಾಜಧರ್ಮ
- ಹರಿಹರ ಕವಿಯ ಸ್ತ್ರೀ ಪಾತ್ರಗಳ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಹರಿಹರ - ಸ್ತ್ರೀಪಾತ್ರಗಳು
- What are the main factors responsible for gender inequality in India? Discuss the contribution of Savitribai Phule in this regard.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Gender Justice
- Discuss different types of cybercrimes and measures required to be taken to fight the menace.2020 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cybercrime
- Critically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the COVID-19 pandemic.2020 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · COVID-19
- COVID-19 pandemic accelerated class inequalities and poverty in India. Comment.2020 · Mains GS1 · Society · COVID-19
- ಭೀಮನು ಪ್ರತಿಜ್ಞೆ ಪೂರೈಸಿ ದ್ರೌಪದಿಯನ್ನು ಸಮಾಧಾನ ಪಡಿಸಿದ ಪರಿಯನ್ನು ಪಂಪ ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · ಪಂಪಭಾರತ - ಭೀಮನ ಪ್ರತಿಜ್ಞೆ
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಕನ್ನಡ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳು
- Do you agree that regionalism in India appears to be a consequence of rising cultural assertiveness? Argue.2020 · Mains GS1 · Society · Regionalism
- The current internet expansion has instilled a different set of cultural values which are often in conflict with traditional values. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Technology and Values
- For effective border area management, discuss the steps required to be taken to deny local support to militants and also suggest ways to manage favourable perception among locals.2020 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Border Area Management
- Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European countries. Comment with examples.2020 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Diaspora
- ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಅನುಭವ ಮತ್ತು ಅನುಭಾವಗಳ ಸ್ವರೂಪದ ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಅನುಭವ ಮತ್ತು ಅನುಭಾವ
- ರನ್ನಕವಿಯ ಸಿಂಹಾವಲೋಕನ ಕಥಾತಂತ್ರವನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಬಳಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · ರನ್ನ - ಸಿಂಹಾವಲೋಕನ ಕಥಾತಂತ್ರ
- What does this quotation mean to you: Condemn none; if you can stretch out a helping hand, do so. If not, fold your hands, bless your brothers, and let them go their own way. - Swami Vivekananda.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
- Explain the meaning of investment in an economy in terms of capital formation. Discuss the factors to be considered while designing a concession agreement between a public entity and a private entity.2020 · Mains GS3 · Economy · PPP Concession Agreements
- Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and their art in India. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS1 · History · Indian Philosophy And Tradition
- Indian Constitution exhibits centralising tendencies to maintain unity and integrity of the nation. Elucidate in the perspective of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897; the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and recently passed Farm Acts.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Centralisation
- ‘ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ’ಯಲ್ಲಿ ಶೃಂಗಾರ-ಭಕ್ತಿಗಳ ಸಮಿಶ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರವು ಉಜ್ವಲವಾಗಿ ಮೂಡಿ ಬಂದಿದೆ. ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ
- ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಕ್ತಕವಿ’ ಎಂಬ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ - ಭಕ್ತಕವಿ
- What does this quotation mean to you: The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
- Persian literary sources of medieval India reflect the spirit of the age. Comment.2020 · Mains GS1 · History · Medieval Sources
- Judicial legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context, justify the filing of a large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Separation of Powers
- Explain the rationale behind the Goods and Services Tax (Compensation to States) Act of 2017. How has COVID-19 impacted the GST compensation fund and created new federal tensions?2020 · Mains GS3 · Economy · COVID-19
- ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡ ಬಾಹುಬಲಿಯ ಪಾತ್ರವು ಭರತನ ಪಾತ್ರದೆದುರು ಕುಬ್ಜವಾಗಿದೆಯೆ? ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಬಾಹುಬಲಿ
- ನವೋದಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ನಿಸರ್ಗ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ - ನಿಸರ್ಗಪ್ರೇಮ
- What are the major factors responsible for making rice-wheat system a success? In spite of this success, how has this system become bane in India?2020 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Rice-Wheat Cropping System
- The strength and sustenance of local institutions in India has shifted from their formative phase of functions, functionaries and funds to the contemporary stage of functionality. Highlight the critical challenges faced by local institutions in terms of their functionality in recent times.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Local Government
- What does this quotation mean to you: A system of morality which is based on relative emotional values is a mere illusion, a thoroughly vulgar conception which has nothing sound in it and nothing true. - Socrates.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
- Since the decade of the 1920s, the national movement acquired various ideological strands and thereby expanded its social base. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS1 · History · National Movement — Ideological Strands
- ಶರಣರ ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕರ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಅಂತರಗಳನ್ನು ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · ಶರಣರ ಭಕ್ತಿ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಮೇಲಿನ ಅನ್ಯ ಭಾಷಾ ಪ್ರಭಾವವನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · ಅನ್ಯಭಾಷಾ ಪ್ರಭಾವ
- Suggest measures to improve water storage and irrigation system to make its judicious use under depleting scenario.2020 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Water Storage & Irrigation Efficiency
- Rajya Sabha has been transformed from a useless Stepney tyre to the most useful supportive organ in past few decades. Highlight the factors as well as areas in which this transformation could be visible.2020 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Rajya Sabha
- Rajesh Kumar, a senior public servant in the Finance Ministry, must process re-appropriation of funds from the National Housing Scheme to two developmental projects, including an SEZ and a gas processing plant, under political pressure. Discuss the ethical issues involved in re-appropriation of funds from a welfare project to developmental projects. Given the need for proper utilization of public funds, discuss the options available to Rajesh Kumar. Is resigning a worthy option?2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Finance Ethics
- The interlinking of rivers can provide viable solutions to the multi-dimensional inter-related problems of droughts, floods and interrupted navigation. Critically examine.2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · River Interlinking
- ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮನುಷ್ಯ-ನಿಸರ್ಗಗಳ ಸಂಬಂಧ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ - ಮನುಷ್ಯ ನಿಸರ್ಗ
- ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿನ ಯೋಗ-ಭೋಗದ ತಾತ್ಪರ್ಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ - ಯೋಗ ಭೋಗ
- The Chairman of Bharat Missiles Ltd is asked to discuss increasing production of anti-tank guided missiles for export to a friendly foreign country after the Prime Minister's call for self-reliance and the Defence Minister's aim to double weapons exports. As an arms exporter of a responsible nation like India, what ethical issues are involved in arms trade? List five ethical factors that would influence the decision to sell arms to foreign governments.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Arms Trade Ethics
- Account for the huge flooding of million cities in India including the smart ones like Hyderabad and Pune. Suggest lasting remedial measures.2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Urban Floods
- COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide. However, technological advancements are being availed readily to win over the crisis. Give an account of how technology was sought to aid management of the pandemic.2020 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · COVID-19
- Which steps are required for constitutionalisation of a commission? Do you think imparting constitutionality to the National Commission for Women would ensure greater gender justice and empowerment in India? Give reasons.2020 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Gender
- ‘ತುಘಲಕ್’ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಧರ್ಮ ಮತ್ತು ರಾಜಕಾರಣದ ಸಂಘರ್ಷ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · ತುಘಲಕ್ - ಧರ್ಮ ರಾಜಕಾರಣ
- ಪುರಂದರದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಮಾನವನ ಧರ್ಮಾಚಾರಗಳ ಕಟು ಟೀಕೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · ಪುರಂದರದಾಸ - ಧರ್ಮಾಚಾರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- Describe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to the conventional energy generation. What are the initiatives offered by our Government for this purpose?2020 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Solar Energy
- Incidence and intensity of poverty are most important in determining poverty based on income alone. In this context, analyze the latest United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Index report.2020 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Poverty
- India has immense potential of solar energy though there are regional variations in its developments. Elaborate.2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Solar Energy
- Rampura, a backward tribal district, faces poverty, migration and child labour of minor girls in Bt cotton farms of a nearby state, with poor working conditions and compromised NGOs. You are appointed as District Collector. Identify the ethical issues involved. Which specific steps will you initiate to ameliorate the condition of minor girls and improve the overall economic scenario in the district?2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Child Labour Ethics
- ‘ಧರ್ಮಕೊಂಡದ ಕಥೆ’ಯಲ್ಲಿ ಧರ್ಮಶಾಸ್ತ್ರದ ಕ್ರಿಯೆ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಧರ್ಮಕೊಂಡದ ಕಥೆ
- ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಕಥೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit-Bandaya Literature · ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಥೆಗಳು
- What are the key features of the National Clean Air Programme initiated by the Government of India?2020 · Mains GS3 · Environment · National Clean Air Programme
- Examine the status of forest resources of India and its resultant impact on climate change.2020 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Forest Resources
- Microfinance as an anti-poverty vaccine is aimed at asset creation and income security of the rural poor in India. Evaluate the role of Self Help Groups in achieving twin objectives along with empowering women in rural India.2020 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Gender
- You are a municipal commissioner. A mall under construction collapses during monsoon, killing labourers including minors. Enquiry reveals poor quality material, illegal extra basement, encroachment of green belt and slip road, official-builder nexus, political pressure, bribery attempt, and threat of a false POSH case. Discuss the ethical issues involved. What options are available to you and what course of action will you choose?2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Urban Governance Ethics
- ‘ದೇವರು’ ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿನ ದೇವರನ್ನು ಕುರಿತ ನಂಬಿಕೆಗಳು.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Prose · ದೇವರು - ನಂಬಿಕೆ
- ಕಾವ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳ ಅಗತ್ಯತೆ2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಅಲಂಕಾರ
- National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with Sustainable Development Goal 4. It intends to restructure and re-orient the education system in India. Critically examine the statement.2020 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Education and Ethics
- Discuss the recent measures initiated in disaster management by the Government of India departing from the earlier reactive approach.2020 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Disaster Management — Proactive Approach
- Parmal is an underdeveloped district where Amria Plastic Works created local employment, trained workers, improved village quality of life, used CSR for health, education, self-help groups and ambulance services, maintained fire safety, rectified excess electricity use, and paid workers during lockdown while using them for habitat improvement. Critically analyse the story of APW and state the ethical issues involved. Do you consider APW a role model for backward-area development? Give reasons.2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corporate Social Responsibility
- Is diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation? Justify your answer.2020 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalisation
- ‘ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ’ ಶೀರ್ಷಿಕೆಯ ಔಚಿತ್ಯ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ
- ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆಗಳು2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- What are the determinants of left-wing extremism in Eastern part of India? What strategy should Government of India, civil administration and security forces adopt to counter the threat in the affected areas?2020 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Left Wing Extremism
- Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree?2020 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tradition and Reason
- Quadrilateral Security Dialogue is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times. Discuss.2020 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · QUAD
- Migrant workers have remained socio-economic margins of society, but the lockdown forced many to return to villages amid loss of livelihood, starvation fears, lack of transport and inadequate shelter. You oversaw District Disaster Relief Force functioning. What ethical issues arose in the migrant crisis? What do you understand by an ethical care-giving state? What assistance can civil society render to mitigate migrants' suffering in similar situations?2020 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Migrant Welfare Ethics
- ನವೋದಯ ಮತ್ತು ನವ್ಯ ಕವಿತೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಮತ್ತು ತಾತ್ವಿಕತೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿನ ವ್ಯತ್ಯಾಸಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟಪಡಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ನವೋದಯ-ನವ್ಯ ಕವಿತೆ
- ಮಧ್ಯಕಾಲೀನ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಗಮಕ2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ಕಾವ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಗಮಕ
- What is the significance of Indo-US defence deals over Indo-Russian defence deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region.2020 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Indo-US Defence Relations
- Analyse internal security threats and transborder crimes along Myanmar, Bangladesh and Pakistan borders including Line of Control. Also, discuss the role played by various security forces in this regard.2020 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Transborder Security Threats
- How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer.2020 · Mains GS1 · Society · Digital Education
- ದಲಿತರ ಬದುಕಿನ ದಾರುಣ ಚಿತ್ರ ಹಾಗೂ ಅವರ ಜೀವನಪ್ರೀತಿ ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಮೂಡಿ ಬಂದಿದೆ? ವಿವರಪಡಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · ಒಡಲಾಳ - ದಲಿತ ಬದುಕು
- ರಾಘವಾಂಕನ ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಪಾತ್ರಚಿತ್ರಣ2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · ರಾಘವಾಂಕ - ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ
- ‘ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕವು ಪೌರಾಣಿಕವಾದರೂ ಅದು ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತ ಆಧುನಿಕ ಸಮಾಜದ ಅಸಮಾನತೆಗಳನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಗುರುತಿಸುತ್ತದೆ? ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲೆ ಜೈನ ಧರ್ಮದ ಪ್ರಭಾವ2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಜೈನ ಧರ್ಮದ ಪ್ರಭಾವ
- ‘ಮಾಧವಿ’ ಎದುರಿಸುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ, ಲೈಂಗಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಹಿಂಸೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವೆಂದಾದ್ದು? ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಅಂತ್ಯವು ಸಮರ್ಥನೀಯದೆ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Literature · ಮಾಧವಿ - ಹಿಂಸೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅಂತ್ಯ
- ಭರತನ ‘ರಸ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ’ವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ಭರತನ ರಸಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ
- ‘ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳದೋ’ ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿನ ಗಾದೆಗಳು ಒಳಗೊಂಡ ಜನತೆಯ ಜೀವನಾನುಭವ ಹಾಗೂ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶದಪಡಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳದೋ - ಗಾದೆಗಳು
- ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾವ್ ಅವರು ದೇವರ ಅಸ್ತಿತ್ವದ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ತಾಳಿದ ವೈಚಾರಿಕ ನಿಲುವುಗಳಾವುವು? ‘ದೇವರು’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Prose · ದೇವರು - ವೈಚಾರಿಕ ನಿಲುವು
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ಬೌದ್ಧ ಧರ್ಮದ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಬೌದ್ಧ ಧರ್ಮ
- ‘ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು’ ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿನ ಹಾಸ್ಯಕಥೆಗಳ ಸಾರಸ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯವನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಪಡಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು - ಹಾಸ್ಯ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ದೇವಾಲಯಗಳ ಮದನಿಕಾ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳು ಪ್ರತಿಬಿಂಬಿಸುವ ನೃತ್ಯಪರಂಪರೆಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ದೇವಾಲಯ ಮದನಿಕಾ ಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳು
- ಬುದ್ಧಿಯ ಚತುರತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಭಾಷಾ ಚಮತ್ಕಾರಗಳ ಸಂಯೋಜನೆಯಿಂದ ಒಗಟುಗಳು ಹೇಗೆ ರೂಪು ಪಡೆಯುತ್ತವೆಂಬುದನ್ನು ನಿಮಗೆ ಇಷ್ಟಿರುವ ಪಠ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿನ ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟಪಡಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಒಗಟುಗಳು - ಭಾಷಾ ಚಮತ್ಕಾರ
- ರೀತಿ ಪ್ರಸ್ಥಾನ ಮತ್ತು ರೂಪನಿಷ್ಠ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ರೀತಿ ಮತ್ತು ರೂಪನಿಷ್ಠ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ‘ಜಾನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ’ವು ಕನ್ನಡ ಜಾನಪದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನಕ್ಕೆ ಮುನ್ನುಡಿ ಬರೆದ ಕೃತಿಯಾಗಿದೆ – ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯ ಔಚಿತ್ಯವನ್ನು ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · ಜಾನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ
- ಆಧುನಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ತಿಳಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಆಧುನಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪಕ್ಕೆ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರು ನೀಡಿರುವ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ತಿಳಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಬೆಳೆದುಬಂದ ಮುಸ್ಲಿಂ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪದ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳ ಸಮೇತ ತಿಳಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಇಸ್ಲಾಮಿಕ್ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪ
- ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ ಎಂದರೇನು? ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
- ‘ವಾಕ್ಯಂ ರಸಾತ್ಮಕಂ ಕಾವ್ಯಂ’ ಈ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · ರಸಾತ್ಮಕ ವಾಕ್ಯ
- ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಕಳಕಳಿಯ ವಿವಿಧ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನು ತಿಳಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ - ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಕಳಕಳಿ
- ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2020 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯ ವಾಸ್ತು
- ಪಸರಿಸಿ ಪಂದಲೆಯಂ ಮೆ / ಟ್ಟಿಸಿ ವೈರಿಯ ಪಲ್ಲ ಪಣಿಗೆಯಿಂ ಬಾರ್ಚಿ ಪೊದೞ್ದೊಸಗೆಯಿನವನ ಕರುಳ್ಗಳೆ / ಪೊಸವಾಸಿಗಮಾಗೆ ಕೃಷ್ಣೆಯಂ ಮುಡಿಯಿಸಿದಂ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · Pampa Bharata — Dushasana Vadha
- ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ-ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Nature and Characteristics of Language
- Highlight the Central Asian and Greco-Bactrian elements in Gandhara art.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhara Art
- Wisdom finds truth2019 · Essay · Ethics · Wisdom Finds Truth
- Enumerate the indirect taxes which have been subsumed in the Goods and Services Tax in India. Also, comment on the revenue implications of the GST introduced in India in July 2017.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · GST
- What are the basic principles of public life? Illustrate any three of these with suitable examples.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Life
- Do you think the Constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of checks and balance? Explain.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Separation of Powers
- ನೆಲದ ಮರೆಯ ನಿದಾನದಂತೆ, / ಮುಗಿಲ ಮರೆಯೊಳಗಿದ ಮಿಂಚಿನಂತೆ, / ಬಯಲ ಮರೆಯೊಳಗಿದ ಮರೀಚಿಯಂತೆ, / ಕಂಗಳ ಮರೆಯೊಳಗಿದ ಬೆಳಗಿನಂತೆ, / ಗುಹೇಶ್ವರ ನಿಮ್ಮ ನಿಲುವು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Allamaprabhu — Guheshwara Nilavu
- ‘ಸಾಹಸಭೀಮ ವಿಜಯ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ದುರ್ಯೋಧನನ ಪಾತ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಣ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Sahasa Bhima Vijaya — Duryodhana
- What do you understand by the term public servant? Reflect on the expected role of public servant.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Service
- The Central Administrative Tribunal which was established for redressal of grievances and complaints by or against central government employees nowadays is exercising its powers as an independent judicial authority. Explain.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Administrative Tribunals
- The 1857 Uprising was the culmination of the recurrent big and small local rebellions that had occurred in the preceding hundred years of British rule. Elucidate.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Revolt of 1857
- Do you agree with the view that steady GDP growth and low inflation have left the Indian economy in good shape? Give reasons in support of your arguments.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · GDP
- Values are not what humanity is, but what humanity ought to be2019 · Essay · Ethics · Values Are Not What
- ಹುಟ್ಟಿದ ಯೋನಿಗಳಿಲ್ಲ ಮೆಟ್ಟಿದ ಭೂಮಿಗಳಿಲ್ಲ / ಅಟ್ಟು ಉಣ್ಣದ ವಸ್ತುಗಳಿಲ್ಲ / ಗುಟ್ಟು ಕಾಣಿಸೆ ಬಂತು ಹಿರಿದೇನು ಕಿರಿದೇನು / ನೆಟ್ಟನೆ ಸರ್ವಜ್ಞನ ನೆನೆಕಂಡ್ಯ ಮನುಜ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Equality and Caste
- ಹರಿಹರನ ರಗಳೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · Harihara Ragales — Forms of Bhakti
- Best for an Individual is not necessarily best for society2019 · Essay · Society · Best For An Individual
- Effective utilization of public funds is crucial to meet development goals. Critically examine the reasons for under-utilization and mis-utilization of public funds and their implications.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Funds
- What are the methods used by the farmers' organizations to influence the policy-makers in India and how effective are these methods?2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Pressure Groups
- Examine the linkages between the 19th century Indian Renaissance and the emergence of national identity.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Indian Renaissance
- How far is the Integrated Farming System helpful in sustaining agricultural production?2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Integrated Farming
- ಬಂದು ಬನವಂ ಪೊಕ್ಕು ಮಿಕ್ಕು ಸಂತೋಷದಿಂ / ಮುಂದೆ ಸಿಂಹಾಸನವನಿಕ್ಕಲು ವಿಲಾಸದಿಂ / ದೆಸೆಯೆ ಕುಳ್ಳಿರ್ದನಾ ಸುಕುಮಾರ ಸೌಂದರಂ / ವಸುಧೆಗೊಪ್ಪುವ ಮರ್ತ್ಯಮಂಡಲಪುರಂದರಂ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Nambiyannana Ragale — Soundara Perumal
- ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಭಟನೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit-Bandaya Literature · Nature of Protest
- Assess the impact of global warming on coral life systems with examples.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Coral Ecosystems
- Elaborate on the impact of the National Watershed Project in increasing agricultural production from water-stressed areas.2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Watershed
- From the resolution of contentious issues regarding the distribution of legislative powers by the courts, the Principle of Federal Supremacy and Harmonious Construction have emerged. Explain.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Federalism
- Courage to accept and dedication to improve are two keys to success2019 · Essay · Ethics · Courage To Accept And
- Non-performance of duty by a public servant is a form of corruption. Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Service
- ಉಂಡು ಉಪವಾಸಿ ಬಳಸಿ ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಚಾರಿ ಭೂ / ಮಂಡಲವಿದ್ದು ನಿಸ್ಸಂಗ / ಮಂಡೆ ಬೆಳೆದು ಮನ ಬೋಳಾದ ತಪಸಿಯ / ಕೊಂಡಾಡಲೇಕ ಚಕ್ರಿಯ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Tyaga-Bhoga Samanvaya
- ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸತಿ-ಪತಿ ಭಾವವು ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾದ ಬಗೆ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · Sati-Pati Bhava
- What can France learn from the Indian Constitution's approach to secularism?2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Secularism
- Discuss the causes of the depletion of mangroves and explain their importance in maintaining coastal ecology.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mangroves
- What is meant by the term constitutional morality? How does one uphold constitutional morality?2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Constitutional Morality
- How did India benefit from the contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya and Dr. M. S. Swaminathan in the fields of water engineering and agricultural science respectively?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Science and Engineering
- South Asian societies are woven not around the state but around their plural cultures and identities.2019 · Essay · Society · South Asian Societies Are
- ಪಂಪನ ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ ಮತ್ತು ನಾರಣಪ್ಪನ ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ’ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿತವಾದ ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರದ ಸಾಮ್ಯ, ವ್ಯತ್ಯಾಸ ಮತ್ತು ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old and Medieval Kannada Literature · Karna in Pampa and Kumaravyasa
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಭೇದಗಳ ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Regional and Social Varieties
- What is meant by crisis of conscience? How does it manifest itself in the public domain?2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conscience
- Neglect of primary health care and education in India are reasons for its backwardness2019 · Essay · Society · Education and Ethics
- Despite consistent experience of high growth, India still goes with the lowest indicators of human development. Examine the issues that make balanced and inclusive development elusive.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Inclusive Development
- What is India's plan to have its own space station and how will it benefit our space programme?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Space Programme
- Can the strategy of regional-resource-based manufacturing help in promoting employment in India?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Industrial Location
- ‘ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ’ಯ ಕಥೆಗಳು ಬರೀ “ಮನರಂಜನೆಗೋ ಅಥವಾ ಕಲಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಗೋ ಬರೆದ ಕಥೆಗಳಲ್ಲ; ಬದಲಾಗಿ ಧರ್ಮಾವಲಂಬನಾ ಮಾರ್ಗದವು” ಎನ್ನುವ ಮಾತನ್ನು ನಿಮಗೆ ನಿಗದಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಎರಡು ಕಥೆಗಳ ಆಧಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮರ್ಥಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · Vaddaradhane — Dharma and Narrative
- ಆಧುನಿಕ ಪೂರ್ವದ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರಗಳಾವುವು? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Literary History · Pre-modern Kannada Poetic Genres
- Biased media is a real threat to Indian democracy2019 · Essay · Governance · Biased Media Is A
- There is a growing divergence in the relationship between poverty and hunger in India. The shrinking of social expenditure by the government is forcing the poor to spend more on non-food essential items squeezing their food budget. Elucidate.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Poverty
- Explain the basic principles of citizens charter movement and bring out its importance.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Citizen Charter
- Coastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyze the impact of sand mining along the Indian coasts, citing specific examples.2019 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Coastal Sand Mining
- Discuss the factors for localization of agro-based food processing industries of North-West India.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Food Processing
- ಹಳೆಗನ್ನಡ ಮತ್ತು ನಡುಗನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯವೆಲ್ಲವೂ ಭೋಗ-ವೈರಾಗ್ಯ-ಭಕ್ತಿಗಳ ನಾಟ್ಯೀಕರಣವಾಗಿದೆ ಎನ್ನುವ ಮಾತನ್ನು ನಿಮಗಿಷ್ಟಿರುವ ಯಾವುದಾದರೂ ಎರಡು ಕಾವ್ಯಗಳ ಆಧಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literary History · Halegannada-Nadugannada — Bhoga, Vairagya, Bhakti
- ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಬರುವ ‘ಗಾನರಾಣಿಯರ ಪ್ರಸಂಗ’ವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Harishchandra Kavya — Ganaraniyara Prasanga
- Rise of Artificial Intelligence: the threat of a jobless future or better job opportunities through reskilling and upskilling.2019 · Essay · Science & Technology · Right to Information
- Vulnerability is an essential element for defining disaster impacts and its threat to people. How and in what ways can vulnerability to disasters be characterized? Discuss different types of vulnerability with reference to disasters.2019 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Disaster Vulnerability
- What makes Indian society unique in sustaining its culture? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · What Makes Indian Society
- Implementation of Information and Communication Technology based projects/programs usually suffers in terms of certain vital factors. Identify these factors and suggest measures for their effective implementation.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Implementation Of Information And
- There is a view that the Official Secrets Act is an obstacle to the implementation of Right to Information Act. Do you agree with the view? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Transparency
- ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆ. ಈ ಎರಡೂ ದೃಷ್ಟಿಯಿಂದ ವಚನಕಾರರು ತುಳಿದ ಕ್ರಾಂತಿಕಾರಿ ಹಾದಿಯನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ, ವಚನಗಳು ಇಂದಿಗೂ ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತವಾಗಿವೆ ಎಂದು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Bhakti and Social Thought — Contemporary Relevance
- ದೇವನೂರು ಮಹಾದೇವರ ಕಥೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ಶೋಷಣೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Short Story · Devanuru Mahadeva — Exploitation
- The banning of Jamaat-e-Islami in Jammu and Kashmir brought into focus the role of over-ground workers in assisting terrorist organizations. Examine the role played by over-ground workers in assisting terrorist organizations in insurgency-affected areas. Discuss measures to neutralize the influence of over-ground workers.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · The Banning Of Jamaat-e-islami
- What do you understand by probity in governance? Based on your understanding of the term, suggest measures for ensuring probity in government.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Probity
- The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and the world as a whole. Comment.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Japan Relations
- Empowering women is the key to controlling population growth. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Gender
- ಕಂದಾಚಾರ, ದಾಂಭಿಕತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ವಿಷಮತೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರಶ್ನಿಸಿದ ಕನಕದಾಸರು ಉನ್ನತ ನೈತಿಕ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ತಮ್ಮ ಕೃತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಎತ್ತಿ ಹಿಡಿದರು ಎಂದು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Ethical Values
- ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷಾ ಪರಿವಾರಗಳ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Dravidian Language Family
- What are the challenges to our cultural practices in the name of secularism?2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Secularism
- Emotional Intelligence is the ability to make your emotions work for you instead of against you. Do you agree with this view? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Emotional Intelligence
- Too little cash, too much politics, leave UNESCO fighting for life. Discuss the statement in the light of US withdrawal and its accusation of the cultural body as being anti-Israel bias.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · UNESCO
- What is the CyberDome Project? Explain how it can be useful in controlling internet crimes in India.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Security
- ‘ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ’ ಕಾವ್ಯಾತ್ಮಕ ಜೀವನ ಚರಿತ್ರೆಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿದ ವೈರಾಗ್ಯ ಕಥನ - ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Nambiyannana Ragale — Poetic Biography
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದಿತವಾದ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಜ್ಞೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Social Consciousness
- On what grounds can a people's representative be disqualified under the Representation of the People Act, 1951? Also, mention the remedies available to such person against his disqualification.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · On What Grounds Can
- Many voices had strengthened and enriched the nationalist movement during the Gandhian phase. Elaborate.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · National Movement
- It is argued that the strategy of inclusive growth is intended to meet the objectives of inclusiveness and sustainability together. Comment on this statement.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Inclusive Growth
- What does this quotation mean to you: An unexamined life is not worth living. - Socrates.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
- ತಳ ಸಮುದಾಯಗಳ ಸಂವೇದನೆಯನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿದ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯ, ತುರುಗಾಹಿ ರಾಮಣ್ಣ, ಧಕ್ಕೆಯ ಬೊಮ್ಮಯ್ಯ, ಮಾದಾರ ಚೆನ್ನಯ್ಯ, ಮೋಳಿಗೆಯ ಮಾರಯ್ಯವರ ವಚನಗಳ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Selected Vachanakara Styles
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಆಶಯಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Progressive Literature · Major Concerns of Pragatisheela Literature
- Assess the role of British imperial power in complicating the process of transfer of power during the 1940s.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Transfer of Power
- Public expenditure management is a challenge to the Government of India in the context of budget-making during the post-liberalization period. Clarify it.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Public Finance
- Parliament's power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power. In light of this statement, explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the Basic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Basic Structure
- What does this quotation mean to you: A man is but a product of his thoughts. What he thinks he becomes. - M.K. Gandhi.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
- ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿಯ ಮನೋಹರ ಶೈಲಿ ಮತ್ತು ಚಿತ್ರಕ ಶಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ದ ಶೃಂಗಾರ ವರ್ಣನೆಯ ಭಾಗಗಳ ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳಿಂದ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Shringara and Psychology
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವ್ಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಸಾಧನೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Navya Literature · Achievements of Navya Literature
- What are the reformative steps taken by the government to make the food grain distribution system more effective?2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Security
- The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self-government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian political process. Comment.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Gender
- Explain how the foundations of the modern world were laid by the American and French Revolutions.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · World Revolutions
- What does this quotation mean to you: Where there is righteousness in the heart, there is beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, there is harmony in the home. When there is harmony in the home, there is order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world. - A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
- ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ’ದ ‘ಕರ್ಣ ಪರ್ವ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನ ರೂಪಕ ಶಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Kumaravyasa Bharata — Karna Parva
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷಾ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಹಂತಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Stages of Kannada Language Development
- What is water stress? How and why does it differ regionally in India?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Water Stress
- You are heading rescue operations in an area affected by severe natural calamity. Thousands are homeless and deprived of food, drinking water and basic amenities; rescue work is disrupted by heavy rainfall and damaged supply routes; local people are angry and assault some team members, one of whom is severely injured. Some team members plead to call off operations fearing threats to life. In such circumstances, what will be your response? Examine the qualities of a public servant required to manage the situation.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Disaster Ethics
- The Attorney-General is the chief legal adviser and lawyer of the Government of India. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Attorney General
- Elaborate on the policy taken by the Government of India to meet the challenges of the food processing sector.2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Processing
- ಗಿರೀಶ್ ಕಾರ್ನಾಡರ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ತುಘಲಕ್ ಪಾತ್ರದ ವಿಲಕ್ಷಣತೆ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · Tughlaq — Character Complexity
- ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ಹಿಂಸೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Yashodhara Charite — Forms of Violence
- How is the Government of India protecting traditional knowledge of medicine from patenting by pharmaceutical companies?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Traditional Knowledge Digital Library
- How can the mountain ecosystem be restored from the negative impact of development initiatives and tourism?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mountain Ecosystem
- Individual parliamentarians' role as national lawmaker is on a decline, which in turn has adversely impacted the quality of debates and their outcome. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Performance
- Honesty and uprightness are hallmarks of civil servants. In the line of duty, civil servants take decisions and at times some become bona fide mistakes. Recently, some civil servants have been implicated, prosecuted or imprisoned for bona fide mistakes, rattling the moral fibre of the services. How does this trend affect the functioning of civil services? What measures can ensure honest civil servants are not implicated for bona fide mistakes? Justify your answer.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Service Accountability
- ವಿ.ಕೃ. ಗೋಕಾಕ ಮತ್ತು ಗೋಪಾಲಕೃಷ್ಣ ಅಡಿಗರ ಕವಿತೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿನ ನವ್ಯತೆಯ ಅಂಶಗಳು.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Poetry · V.K. Gokak and Gopalakrishna Adiga — Navya Elements
- ಪುರಂದರದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Purandaradasa — Nature of Bhakti
- In the context of the neo-liberal paradigm of developmental planning, multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Planning
- How is efficient and affordable urban mass transport key to the rapid economic development of India?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Urbanisation
- An apparel manufacturing company with many women employees hired a marketing executive who increased sales, but reports arose about sexual harassment. A woman employee complained to management, then lodged an FIR when the company ignored her grievance. The company offered money to withdraw the complaint and state that the executive was not involved. Identify the ethical issues involved. What options are available to the woman employee?2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Workplace Ethics
- How can biotechnology improve the living standards of farmers?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Agricultural Biotechnology
- ‘ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳೆದೋ’ ಸಂಕಲನದ ಗಾದೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೆಣ್ಣಿನ ಸ್ಥಾನ ಮಾನ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Proverbs — Status of Women
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯವು ಬೆಳೆದು ಬಂದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು, ಪ್ರಭಾವ, ಪ್ರೇರಣೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಕ್ಷಿಪ್ತವಾಗಿ ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Navodaya Literature · Growth, Influences and Cultural Context
- How do ocean currents and water masses differ in their impacts on marine life and the coastal environment? Give suitable examples.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Oceanography
- In a democratic polity, elected representatives form the political executive and bureaucracy forms the permanent executive. Earlier their relationship was based on mutual understanding, respect and cooperation. Later, political executives have increasingly insisted that permanent executives follow their agenda, intervened in routine administrative matters, and upright bureaucrats face declining appreciation. What are the consequences of politicization of bureaucracy? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Politicisation of Bureaucracy
- The need for cooperation among various service sectors has been an inherent component of development discourse. Partnership bridges the gap among the sectors. It also sets in motion a culture of collaboration and team spirit. In the light of the statements above, examine India's development process.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Development Partnership
- Define the concept of carrying capacity of an ecosystem as relevant to environment. Explain how understanding this concept is vital while planning for sustainable development of a region.2019 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Carrying Capacity
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಒಗಟುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಮಡುಗಟ್ಟಿದ ಅನುಭವ, ವಿವೇಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸೊಬಗು.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Riddles — Experience, Wisdom and Beauty
- ಕಾವ್ಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ : ವಿವಿಧ ವ್ಯಾಖ್ಯಾನಗಳು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Definitions of Poetry
- In a frontier district, narcotics menace has led to money laundering, poppy farming, arms smuggling and near stalling of education. Reports suggest patronage by local politicians and senior police officers. A woman police officer known for handling such situations is appointed superintendent of police. If you are that officer, identify the dimensions of the crisis and suggest measures to deal with it.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Narcotics and Law Enforcement Ethics
- Disaster preparedness is the first step in any disaster management process. Explain how hazard zonation mapping will help in disaster mitigation in the case of landslides.2019 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Disaster Preparedness Is The
- Do we have cultural pockets of small India all over the nation? Elaborate with examples.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Do We Have Cultural
- The performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to the absence of awareness and active involvement at all stages of the policy process. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Welfare Schemes
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವರ್ಗೀಕರಣ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Classification of Kannada Folk Tales
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸಂಗೀತ ಪರಂಪರೆ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Musical Tradition of Karnataka
- What are the continued challenges for women in India against time and space?2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Gender
- The long sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalized nations has disappeared on account of its newfound role in the emerging global order. Elaborate.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · The Long Sustained Image
- There is increasing concern in India to develop effective civil service ethics, codes of conduct, transparency measures, integrity systems and anti-corruption agencies. Focus is needed on anticipating threats to ethical standards, strengthening ethical competence of civil servants, and developing administrative processes that promote ethical values and integrity. Suggest institutional measures to address these issues.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Services Reform
- The Indian government has recently strengthened the anti-terrorism laws by amending the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 and the NIA Act. Analyze the changes in the context of the prevailing security environment while discussing the scope and reasons for opposing the UAPA by human rights organizations.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Anti-terror Laws
- ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಕಥೆಗಳು ನವೋದಯ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತು, ಆಶಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿನಿಧಿಸುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ನಿಮಗಿಷ್ಟಿರುವ ಪಠ್ಯದೊಳಗಿನ ಕಥೆಗಳ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Short Story · Pragatisheela and Navodaya Stories
- ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ವಾಸ್ತು ಶಿಲ್ಪದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯತೆ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Hoysala Architecture
- What introduces friction in the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India's national self-esteem and ambitions. Explain with suitable examples.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-US Relations
- Are we losing our local identity for the global identity? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Identity
- The cross-border movement of insurgents is only one of the several security challenges facing the policing of the border in North-East India. Examine the various challenges currently emanating across the India-Myanmar border. Also, discuss the steps to counter the challenges.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Border Security
- ‘ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕದ ಶೀರ್ಷಿಕೆಯ ಪ್ರತೀಕಾತ್ಮಕತೆಯನ್ನೂ, ಅದರ ಪ್ರತಿಭಟನಾ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನೂ ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · Shudra Tapasvi — Symbolism and Protest
- ಸಾಧಾರಣೀಕರಣ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Sadharanikarana
- ಕೆ.ಎಸ್.ನ. ಅವರ ಕವಿತೆಗಳ ಪ್ರಾಮುಖ್ಯವನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ, ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Poetry · K.S. Narasimhaswamy — Significance of Poetry
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಏಕೀಕರಣದ ಹೋರಾಟ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Karnataka Unification Movement
- “ಸುಖ ದುಃಖದಲ್ಲಿ ಬದುಕು ಹದವಾಗುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಕಾರಂತರು ತಮ್ಮ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಗುರುತಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ” ಎನ್ನುವ ಯು.ಆರ್. ಅನಂತಮೂರ್ತಿ ಅವರ ಮಾತನ್ನು ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · Bettada Jeeva — Life Tempered by Joy and Sorrow
- ರಸ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ ಕುರಿತು ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕರು ನಡೆಸಿದ ಚರ್ಚೆಯನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Rasa Theory — Debate among Alankarikas
- ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ಹೇಗೆ ದಲಿತ ಬದುಕಿನ ಜ್ವಲಂತ ಸತ್ಯವನ್ನು ದಾವಿಸುತ್ತಲೇ ದಲಿತರ ಶಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಜೀವನ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಕಥೆಯೂ ಆಗಿದೆ ಎನ್ನುವುದನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · Odalaala — Dalit Truth, Strength and Life-love
- ಪ್ರಾಚೀನ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಹಾಗೂ ಪ್ರಭುತ್ವ - ಇವುಗಳ ನಡುವಿನ ಸಂಬಂಧಾಂತರಗಳನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Literary History · Early Kannada Literature and Royal Power
- “ಅನುಪಮಾ ನಿರಂಜನ ಅವರ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಮಾಧವಿಯ ಪಾತ್ರ, ಪಿತೃ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಸಮಾಜಕ್ಕೆ ಒಡ್ಡಿದ ಸವಾಲು” - ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · Madhavi — Challenge to Patriarchy
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ, ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ದೃಷ್ಟಿಯಿಂದ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರ ಕಾಲವನ್ನು ಮಹತ್ವದ್ದು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಬಹುದೇ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Rashtrakuta Period — Literature and Culture
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಗೀತೆಗಳ ಕಾವ್ಯಾತ್ಮಕತೆ, ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅವುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಮನುಷ್ಯ ಸಂಬಂಧವನ್ನು ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Folk Songs — Poetic, Social and Human Relations
- ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಮಾನದಂಡಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Historical Criticism — Criteria
- “ಮಾನವ ಮತದ ಅನುಯಾಯಿಗಳು ನಿರೀಶ್ವರವಾದಿಗಳಾದರೂ ದೈವ ಭಕ್ತರೇ.” ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರ ಈ ಮಾತಿನ ಅಂತರಾರ್ಥ ಏನು? ಅವರ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ನಾವು ಒಪ್ಪಬೇಕಾದ ಮತ ಯಾವುದು? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Prose · A.N. Murthy Rao — Devaru and Humanism
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಆಧುನಿಕ ಪ್ರವೃತ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Modern Trends in Kannada Criticism
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನಕ್ಕೆ ‘ಜನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Janapada Swaroopa — Contribution to Folk Studies
- ‘ರೀತಿಯೇ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಆತ್ಮ’ - ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ಹೇಳಿದ ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕನ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Riti Theory — Vamana
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ವಾಸ್ತು ಶಿಲ್ಪಕ್ಕೆ ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Badami Chalukya Architecture
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ವಚನ ಚಳುವಳಿಯ ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಮಹತ್ವದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ ಏನು? ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · Contribution of Vachana Movement to Kannada Culture
- ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Feminist Criticism
- ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Importance of Alankara in Poetry
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಧರ್ಮ ಸಮನ್ವಯ ಬೆಳೆದು ಬಂದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Religious Synthesis in Karnataka
- ವಿಜಯನಗರ ವಾಸ್ತು ಶಿಲ್ಪದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳೇನು? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Vijayanagara Architecture
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಪ್ರಭೇದಗಳು2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Language Varieties
- ನಿನ್ನನೆ ನಚ್ಚಿದಂ ಕುರುಮಹೀಪತಿ ನಿನ್ನ ಶರಾವಳಿಗಳ್ಗೆ ಮುಂ / ನ್ನನ್ನಡುಗುತ್ತುಮಿರ್ಪುದರಿಸಾಧನ ಸಂಪದಮಂತೆ ಶಸ್ತ್ರಸಂ / ಪನ್ನನೆ ಆಗಿ ಶಲ್ಯನನೆ ಸಾರಥಿಯಾಗಿರೆ ಮಾಡಿ ಕಾದು ನೀಂ / ನಿನ್ನಯ ಬಲ್ಲ ಮಾಳ್ಕೆಯೊಳಿದಂ ನುಡಿದೆಂ ನಿನಗಂಗವಲ್ಲಭಾ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · Pampa — Vikramarjuna Vijaya XII: Bhishma’s Counsel to Karna
- In the light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), what are the challenges before the Election Commission of India to ensure the trustworthiness of elections in India?2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · EVM and Elections
- Safeguarding the Indian art heritage is the need of the moment. Comment.2018 · Mains GS1 · History · Indian Art Heritage
- Access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy is a sine qua non to achieve Sustainable Development Goals. Comment on the progress made in India in this regard.2018 · Mains GS3 · General Studies · Energy and SDGs
- State the three basic values, universal in nature, in the context of civil services and bring out their importance. Distinguish between Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct with suitable examples.2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Service Values
- Alternative technologies for a climate change resilient India.2018 · Essay · Environment · Climate Resilient Technology
- ಒಡಲಿಗೊಂದು ಹಸಿವ / ಒಡಲಿಗೊಂದು ಹುಸಿವ / ಒಡಲಿಗೊಂದುವೆಂದು ನೀನನ್ನ ಜಡಿಮಾಡಿ ನುಡಿಯದಿರಾ! / ನೀನನ್ನಂ ತೊಮ್ಮೆ ಒಡಲಿಗೊಂದು ನೋಡಾ ರಾಮನಾಥ!2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Devara Dasimayya — Body, Hunger and Ramanatha
- ಮಾರ್ಗ-ದೇಶಿ ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Theory · Marga-Desi Concept
- What is meant by public interest? What are the principles and procedures to be followed by civil servants in public interest? The Right to Information Act is not all about citizens’ empowerment alone; it essentially redefines accountability. Discuss.2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Interest and RTI
- Comment on the important changes introduced with respect to Long-term Capital Gains Tax and Dividend Distribution Tax in the Union Budget for 2018-2019.2018 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Capital Gains Tax
- A good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge.2018 · Essay · Education · Good Life
- Assess the importance of the accounts of the Chinese and Arab travellers in the reconstruction of the history of India.2018 · Mains GS1 · History · Travellers Accounts
- Whether National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) can enforce the implementation of constitutional reservation for the Scheduled Castes in religious minority institutions? Examine.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · NCSC
- ಪಂಪನ ಆದಿಪುರಾಣದ ಬಾಹುಬಲಿಯ ಸಂವಾದ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Pampa Adipurana — Bahubali Dialogue
- ಸವಿಯು ಸಕ್ಕರೆಯೊಳಗೋ ಸಕ್ಕರೆಯು ಸವಿಯೊಳಗೋ / ಸವಿಯು ಸಕ್ಕರೆಯೆರಡು ಜಿಹ್ವೆಯೊಳಗೋ / ಜಿಹ್ವೆ ಮನಸಿನೊಳಗೋ ಮನಸು ಜಿಹ್ವೆಯೊಳಗೋ / ಜಿಹ್ವೆ ಮನಸುಗಳೆರಡು ನಿನ್ನೊಳಗೋ ಹರಿಯೇ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Nee Mayeyolago: Experience and Divine Immanence
- Poverty anywhere is a threat to prosperity everywhere.2018 · Essay · Economy · Poverty and Prosperity
- Throw light on the significance of the thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi in the present times.2018 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhian Thought
- What is meant by conflict of interest? Illustrate with examples the difference between actual and potential conflict of interest. Explain Warren Buffett’s statement on integrity, intelligence and energy in the present-day scenario.2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conflict of Interest
- What do you mean by Minimum Support Price (MSP)? How will MSP rescue farmers from low-income traps?2018 · Mains GS3 · Economy · MSP
- Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences follow when such a declaration remains in force?2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Financial Emergency
- ಕಾಡು ಕೋಲುಮೂಡ ಪಾಂಡುವುತರು ಸ / ಹೊರವರು ಕೊಲ್ಲಿಲ್ಲ ಕೊಲ್ಲದ / ಕಾಡುನಾಡೋದ ಕಾರುವಂಗಿಯಲಿ ಹೋಗಿಲ್ಲ / ಬೆಟ್ಟದಲಿ ಹೊಕ್ಕಿರವೋ ಮಧು / ಸಂದನಮಂ ತಾಸಕೆನಂತ ಧನ ಚಂ / ತೋಡದೊಳಿಯಲಪ್ಪೋಲು ಮಾನದೊಳಿದ್ದನಾ ಕರ್ಣ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Kumaravyasa Bharata — Karna: Mana and Heroic Selfhood
- ವಚನ ಮತ್ತು ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana and Dasa Literature · Vachana and Keertane
- Management of Indian border disputes: a complex task.2018 · Essay · Environment · Border Disputes
- Examine the role of supermarkets in the supply chain management of fruits, vegetables and food items. How do they eliminate the number of intermediaries?2018 · Mains GS3 · General Studies · Supply Chain
- Why is the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) needed? How does it help in navigation?2018 · Mains GS1 · Science & Technology · IRNSS
- Why do you think the committees are considered useful for parliamentary work? Discuss, in this context, the role of the Estimates Committee.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Committees
- In doing a good thing, everything is permitted which is not prohibited expressly or by clear implication. Examine with examples in the context of a public servant. With regard to morality of actions, one view is that means are paramount and the other is that ends justify means. Which view is more appropriate?2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Means and Ends
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಹಾಗೂ ನವ್ಯಕಾವ್ಯಗಳ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳು2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Navodaya and Navya — Philosophical Bases
- ಅಯ್ಯಯ್ಯ ಚೆನ್ನಾದುದೆನೆ ಕನ್ನಡಿಗರು / ರಯ್ಯಾ ಮಂಚಿದಿಯೆನೆ ತೆಲುಗ / ಅಯ್ಯಯ್ಯ ಎಂಚ ಪೊರ್ಲಾಂಡೆಂದು ತುಳುವರು / ಮೈಯುಬ್ಬಿ ಕೇಳಬೇಕಣ್ಣ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Ratnakaravarni — Bharatesha Vaibhava: Multilingual Audience and Desi Poetics
- Suppose the Government of India is thinking of constructing a dam in a mountain valley bounded by forests and inhabited by ethnic communities. What rational policy should it resort to in dealing with unforeseen contingencies? Explain the process of resolving ethical dilemmas in public administration.2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Dilemmas
- Customary morality cannot be a guide to modern life.2018 · Essay · Society · Customary Morality
- Why is India taking a keen interest in the Arctic region?2018 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Arctic Region
- Discuss the work of Bose-Einstein Statistics done by Prof. Satyendra Nath Bose and show how it revolutionized the field of physics.2018 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Bose Einstein Statistics
- The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has a very vital role to play. Explain how this is reflected in the method and terms of his appointment as well as the range of powers he can exercise.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · CAG
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡು ಬರುವ ಧ್ವನಿ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Historical Phonological Changes
- ಪಂಪನ ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಕರ್ಣನ ಶೌರ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ತ್ಯಾಗದ ಗುಣಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · Vikramarjuna Vijaya — Karna
- What do the following quotations mean in the present context: the true rule is whether a thing has more evil than good; anger and intolerance are enemies of correct understanding; falsehood takes the place of truth when it results in unblemished common good.2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Quotations
- Policy contradictions among various competing sectors and stakeholders have resulted in inadequate protection and prevention of degradation to the environment. Comment with relevant illustrations.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Environmental Governance
- The past is a permanent dimension of human consciousness and values.2018 · Essay · Ethics · History and Values
- Define mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics.2018 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mantle Plume
- What are the impediments in disposing of the huge quantities of discarded solid wastes that are continuously being generated? How do we remove safely the toxic wastes accumulating in our habitable environment?2018 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Solid Waste
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಪರಂಪರೆಯ ಮೂಲ ಪ್ರೇರಣೆಗಳಾವುವು? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Literary History · Sources of Kannada Literary Tradition
- ‘ವಿದ್ಯುಚ್ಚೋರನೆಂಬ ರಿಸಿಯ ಕಥೆ’ಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮದ ತತ್ತ್ವಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಅವುಗಳ ಪರಿಣಾಮಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · Vaddaradhane — Vidyutchorana Kathe: Jain Ethics and Transformation
- What are the consequences of spreading of Dead Zones on marine ecosystem?2018 · Mains GS1 · Environment · Dead Zones
- Appropriate local community level healthcare intervention is a prerequisite to achieve Health for All in India. Explain.2018 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Community Healthcare
- Rakesh is a district-level officer entrusted with identifying beneficiaries under a senior-citizen healthcare scheme. An old couple fulfils all criteria except reserved-community status, but financial aid would significantly improve their quality of life. How should Rakesh respond?2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Healthcare Beneficiary Case Study
- What is wetland? Explain the Ramsar concept of wise use in the context of wetland conservation. Cite two examples of Ramsar sites from India.2018 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Wetlands
- A people that values its privileges above its principles loses both.2018 · Essay · Society · Privileges and Principles
- ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ ಸಾರುವ ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮಿಕ ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Spiritual Concept
- ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ ಮತ್ತು ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನನ ಸಂಬಂಧದ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Akkamahadevi and Chennamallikarjuna
- Caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, the caste system cannot be eradicated in India. Comment.2018 · Mains GS1 · Society · Caste System
- As a senior officer, you know of a confidential mega road project before announcement. A minister asks you to realign the project near his farmhouse and offers to help your wife buy nearby land. Realignment causes extra land acquisition, farmer displacement and tree cutting. What will you do? Examine conflicts of interest and responsibilities.2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Road Project Case Study
- Sikkim is the first Organic State in India. What are the ecological and economic benefits of an Organic State?2018 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Organic State
- Reality does not conform to the ideal, but confirms it.2018 · Essay · Ethics · Reality and Ideal
- E-governance is not only about utilization of the power of new technology but also much about the critical importance of the use value of information. Explain.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · E Governance
- ಪರಂಪರೆ ಮತ್ತು ಆಧುನಿಕತೆಗಳ ಸಂಘರ್ಷ ಚೋಮನದುಡಿ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿದೆ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Novel · Chomana Dudi — Tradition and Modernity
- ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ’ದ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಕರ್ಣ ಮತ್ತು ಶಲ್ಯರ ನಡುವೆ ನಡೆಯುವ ವಾಗ್ವಾದಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Kumaravyasa Bharata — Karna and Shalya
- Despite the implementation of various programmes for the eradication of poverty by the government in India, poverty is still existing. Explain by giving reasons.2018 · Mains GS1 · Society · Poverty
- India’s relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which cannot be rolled back. Discuss.2018 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India Israel Relations
- You are Superintendent of Police in a prohibition state where illicit liquor causes many deaths. Raids, arrests and trials have had limited impact. The affected area is backward, poorly irrigated, conflict-prone and neglected. What new approach will you adopt to bring the problem under control?2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Illicit Liquor Case Study
- The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is viewed as a cardinal subset of China’s larger One Belt One Road initiative. Give a brief description of CPEC and enumerate reasons why India has distanced itself from the same.2018 · Mains GS3 · International Relations · CPEC
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳಾವುವು? ಸಮಾಲೋಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Kannada Dialects
- ಹರಿಹರನ ‘ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ’ಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಶೃಂಗಾರ ರಸಗಳ ಜಟಾಪಟಿಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Nambiyannana Ragale — Bhakti and Shringara
- How is the Indian concept of secularism different from the western model of secularism? Discuss.2018 · Mains GS1 · Society · Secularism
- A number of outside powers have entrenched themselves in Central Asia, which is a zone of interest to India. Discuss the implications, in this context, of India joining the Ashgabat Agreement, 2018.2018 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Central Asia
- A corporate chemical unit permitted near a city caused pollution, health problems and agitation. The State ordered its closure, causing unemployment and affecting ancillary units and dependent industries. As a senior officer handling this issue, how will you address it?2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Industrial Pollution Case Study
- Left-wing extremism is showing a downward trend but still affects many parts of the country. Briefly explain the Government of India’s approach to counter the challenges posed by LWE.2018 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Left Wing Extremism
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ತಾತ್ವಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Philosophical Thought
- ದಾಸ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಧೋರಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿದರ್ಶನಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Social Currents in Dasa Literature
- The Bhakti movement received a remarkable re-orientation with the advent of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Discuss.2018 · Mains GS1 · History · Bhakti Movement
- Dr. X plans a charitable super-specialty hospital in a neglected region. Your tax investigation finds substantial tax withholding and some technical defaults. He agrees to pay substantial dues. Will you ignore technical defaults in broader public interest or proceed strictly on all fronts? Which course will you opt for and why?2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Tax Compliance Case Study
- Whether the Supreme Court judgement of July 2018 can settle the political tussle between the Lt. Governor and elected government of Delhi? Examine.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Delhi Governance
- How are the principles followed by NITI Aayog different from those followed by the erstwhile Planning Commission in India?2018 · Mains GS3 · Economy · NITI Aayog
- ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಭರತೇಶ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಸುಮಾಂಜಲಿ ಅವರ ದಾಂಪತ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Conjugal Relationship
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಬೆಳೆದುಬಂದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಸಾಧಾರವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Growth of Navodaya Poetry
- How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the jurisdiction of ordinary courts? Discuss the constitutional validity and competency of tribunals in India.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Tribunals
- Edward Snowden released confidential government documents about surveillance programmes, arguing a moral duty to inform the public despite legal prohibition. Do you agree his actions were ethically justified even if legally prohibited? Weigh the competing values in this case.2018 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Whistleblowing Case Study
- How would recent phenomena of protectionism and currency manipulations in world trade affect macroeconomic stability of India?2018 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Protectionism
- Discuss whether the formation of new states in recent times is beneficial or not for the economy of India.2018 · Mains GS1 · Economy · New States
- ‘ವಚನ ಕಮ್ಮಟ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಚನಗಳ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Vachana Kammata — Literary and Social Nature
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಐತಿಹಾಸಿಕ ನಾಟಕಗಳ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Drama · Historical Plays
- Why was indentured labour taken by the British from India to their colonies? Have they been able to preserve their cultural identity there?2018 · Mains GS1 · History · Indentured Labour
- India and USA are two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which the two political systems are based.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · India USA Political Systems
- Assess the role of National Horticulture Mission in boosting production, productivity and income of horticulture farms. How far has it succeeded in increasing farmer income?2018 · Mains GS3 · Economy · National Horticulture Mission
- ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸಮಾನತೆಯ ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Social Equality
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಮೇಲಾದ ಅನ್ಯಭಾಷೆಗಳ ಪ್ರಭಾವವನ್ನು ಸಾಧಾರವಾಗಿ ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Influence of Other Languages
- How is the Finance Commission of India constituted? What do you know about the terms of reference of the recently constituted Finance Commission? Discuss.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Finance Commission
- How has the emphasis on certain crops brought about changes in cropping patterns in the recent past? Elaborate on the emphasis on millet production and consumption.2018 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Millets
- The ideal solution of depleting groundwater resources in India is water harvesting system. How can it be made effective in urban areas?2018 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Water Harvesting
- ಧರ್ಮಾಮೃತ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದನೆಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ದೇಶೀಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · Dharmamrita — Desi Elements
- ‘ಶೂದ್ರತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಜ್ಞೆ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · Shudra Tapasvi — Social Consciousness
- Why is there so much activity in the field of biotechnology in our country? How has this activity benefitted the field of biopharma?2018 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Biotechnology
- Assess the importance of the Panchayat system in India as a part of local government. Apart from government grants, what sources can Panchayats look out for financing developmental projects?2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Panchayati Raj Finance
- Defining Blue Revolution, explain the problems and strategies for pisciculture development in India.2018 · Mains GS1 · Agriculture · Blue Revolution
- ‘ನಿತ್ಯೋತ್ಸವ’ ಕವಿಯ ಮುದಕರ ನಿಸರ್ಗರೂಪ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Poetry · Nityotsava — Nature Imagery
- ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತತೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit-Bandaya Literature · Social Relevance of Dalit-Bandaya Poetry
- Multiplicity of various commissions for vulnerable sections of society leads to overlapping jurisdiction and duplication of functions. Is it better to merge all commissions into an umbrella Human Rights Commission? Argue your case.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Commissions and Human Rights
- What is the significance of Industrial Corridors in India? Identifying industrial corridors, explain their main characteristics.2018 · Mains GS1 · Economy · Industrial Corridors
- With growing energy needs, should India keep on extending its nuclear energy programme? Discuss the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy.2018 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Nuclear Energy
- ‘ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಗೀತೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕತೆ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Janapada Geetanjali — Regionality
- ಜೀವನ ಚರಿತ್ರೆಗಳು ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಗದ್ಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರವಾಗಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಮೂಡಿ ಬಂದಿವೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Prose · Biography as a Prose Genre
- Mention core strategies for the transformation of aspirational districts in India and explain the nature of convergence, collaboration and competition for its success.2018 · Mains GS1 · Governance · Aspirational Districts
- How does biodiversity vary in India? How is the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 helpful in conservation of flora and fauna?2018 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Biodiversity Act
- How far do you agree with the view that the focus on lack of availability of food as the main cause of hunger takes attention away from ineffective human development policies in India?2018 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Hunger and Human Development
- ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೊದಲ ಘಟ್ಟದ ಸಣ್ಣಕತೆಗಳು2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Short Story · Early Modern Kannada Short Stories
- ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಔಚಿತ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಯೋಜನಗಳು2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Aucitya and Purpose of Poetry
- Women’s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata. Substantiate your view.2018 · Mains GS1 · Society · Women Movement
- Describe various measures taken in India for Disaster Risk Reduction before and after signing the Sendai Framework for DRR. How is this framework different from the Hyogo Framework for Action?2018 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Disaster Risk Reduction
- The Citizens’ Charter is an ideal instrument of organisational transparency and accountability, but it has its own limitations. Identify the limitations and suggest measures for greater effectiveness of Citizens’ Charters.2018 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Citizens Charter
- ರೀತಿ-ಮಾರ್ಗ-ಶೈಲಿ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Riti-Marga-Shaili
- ಒಗಟುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜನಜೀವನ ಮತ್ತು ಜನಪದ ವಿವೇಕ2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Riddles — Social Life and Folk Wisdom
- Globalisation is generally said to promote cultural homogenisation but due to this cultural specificities appear to be strengthened in Indian society. Elucidate.2018 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalisation and Culture
- Data security has assumed significant importance in the digitized world due to rising cybercrimes. What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Justice B. N. Srikrishna Committee Report relating to protection of personal data in cyberspace?2018 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Data Security
- What are the key areas of reform if the WTO has to survive in the present context of trade war, especially keeping in mind the interest of India?2018 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · WTO Reform
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಏಕೀಕರಣ ಚಳುವಳಿಯ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಧೋರಣೆಗಳು2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Karnataka Unification Movement
- ನಿಮಗಿಷ್ಟಿರುವ ವರ್ಗದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ರಚನಾತ್ಮಕತೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Kannada Folk Tales — Theme and Structure
- In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to the situation?2018 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · US Iran Nuclear Pact
- India’s proximity to two of the world’s biggest illicit opium-growing states has enhanced her internal security concerns. Explain linkages between drug trafficking and gunrunning, money laundering and human trafficking. What countermeasures should be taken?2018 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Drug Trafficking
- Communalism arises either due to power struggle or relative deprivation. Argue by giving suitable illustrations.2018 · Mains GS1 · Society · Communalism
- ಪ್ರಾಚೀನ ಜೈನ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಕೇಂದ್ರಗಳು2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Ancient Jain Religious Centres
- ನವ್ಯ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ಭಾಷೆಯ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Short Story · Navya Short Stories — Theme and Language
- ‘ಮಾಧವಿ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ತ್ರೀ ಸಂವೇದನೆಯ ಅನನ್ಯತೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · Madhavi — Feminine Sensibility
- ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಕಾಲದ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪದ ನೆಲೆಗಳು2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Chalukya Architecture
- ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲಂಕಾರದ ಔಚಿತ್ಯ ಕುರಿತು ವಿವಿಧ ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕರ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮಾಲೋಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Aucitya of Alankara
- ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಗೋಪಾಲಯ್ಯನ ಹೋರಾಟದ ಬದುಕನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · Bettada Jeeva — Gopalayya
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಧರ್ಮಗಳು ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ನೀಡಿರುವ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Religions and Kannada Culture
- ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿನ ದಲಿತರ ಬದುಕಿನ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · Odalaala — Dalit Life
- ರೀತಿ ಪ್ರಸ್ಥಾನದ ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಅದರ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ ಕುರಿತು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Riti School
- ತುಘಲಕ್ನ ಪಾತ್ರದ ಮಹತ್ವಾಕಾಂಕ್ಷೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · Tughlaq — Ambition
- ದೇವರು ಮತ್ತು ನಂಬಿಕೆ ಇವುಗಳ ಸಂಬಂಧಗಳನ್ನು ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರು ತಮ್ಮ ‘ದೇವರು’ ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಪರಿಭಾವಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ - ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Prose · A.N. Murthy Rao — Devaru
- ರಾಜಾಶ್ರಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಬೆಳೆದು ಬಂದ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಚಿತ್ರಕಲೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Court Patronage and Karnataka Painting
- ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಮೀಮಾಂಸೆ ಮತ್ತು ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಗಳ ನಡುವಿನ ಸಂಬಂಧಾಂತರಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Poetics and Criticism
- ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳನ್ನು ಜೀಶಂಪ ಅವರು ಹೇಗೆ ವರ್ಗೀಕರಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ - ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · JeeShamPa Classification of Folk Tales
- ಭರತನ ರಸ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ ಆ ಕುರಿತು ನಡೆದಿರುವ ಚರ್ಚೆಯನ್ನು ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Bharata's Rasa Theory
- ‘ಬೀದಿಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳೆದೋ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಗಾದೆಗಳ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Proverbs — Social Nature
- ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರ ಕಾಲದ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ಸಂವರ್ಧನೆ ಕುರಿತು ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Rashtrakuta Literature and Culture
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Distinctive Features of Karnataka Culture
- ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ತೌಲನಿಕ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ, ಸಂಬಂಧ ಹಾಗೂ ಪ್ರಯೋಜನಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Practical and Comparative Criticism
- ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ, ಪರಿಕರ ಹಾಗೂ ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳನ್ನು ಕಾವ್ಯ ಮೀಮಾಂಸಕರ ಅಭಿಪ್ರಾಯಗಳ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಾಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Expression, Means and Form of Poetry
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಶಿಲ್ಪಕಲೆಯ ವೈಭವ ಮತ್ತು ವೈವಿಧ್ಯತೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Karnataka Sculpture
- ಪ್ರಾಚೀನ ಕಾಲದ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಹಾಗೂ ಆಡಳಿತ ಪದ್ಧತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2018 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Ancient Education and Administration
- ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷೆಗಳ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Dravidian Languages
- ಸಕಲರಾತಿ ನರೇಂದ್ರ ಮಾಳಿಗೆಗಳುರುಳ್ದಾ ದೀಪ ರತ್ನಾಂಬು ಮಾ / ಳಿಕೆಯಿಂದಾ ರಣರಂಗಮುಂ ಬೆಳಗೆ ಕಾಳಿಚಂದ್ರಂ ಭೂತಾಂಗನಾ | ನಿಕರಂ ಶೋಣಿತವಾರಿಯಂ ಕುಡಿದು ಗುರ್ವ್ವಸ್ತ್ರಂಗಂ ಸೊನೆ ನೋ / ಡ ಕವಿಲ್ದುಮೆ ಕೂಡ ಸಂಚಿಗಿಂದುಂತಾ ದ್ರೋಣನಿಂ ಕೊಳ್ಳಳಂ ||2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Prescribed Verse — War Imagery
- The local self-government system in India has not proved to be an effective instrument of governance. Critically examine the statement and give your views to improve the situation.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Local Self Government
- How do you justify the view that the level of excellence of the Gupta numismatic art is not at all noticeable in later times?2017 · Mains GS1 · History · Gupta Numismatic Art
- Among several factors for India’s potential growth, the savings rate is the most effective one. Do you agree? What are the other factors available for growth potential?2017 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Savings Rate
- Farming has lost the ability to be a source of subsistence for majority of farmers in India.2017 · Essay · Environment · Agrarian Distress
- Conflict of interest in the public sector arises when official duties, public interest and personal interest take priority one above the other. How can this conflict in administration be resolved? Describe with an example.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conflict of Interest
- ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯದ ಕಥಾವಸ್ತುವಿನ ಅನನ್ಯತೆ2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Vikramarjuna Vijaya
- ಮಗನು ದಶಪತಿಯಾದ ಗದ ಕಾ / ಳ್ಗೆನ ನೋಡವೆನೆಂಬ ಪೋಲು ಜಗ / ದ್ಗೆಲದಲಿ ನರೆ ಕಡಿದ ವಿಕ್ರಮ ತಿಮಿರ ವನದೊಳಗೆ / ಹೊಂಗರು ಕುವಳಯ ಕಳಿಯ ಸೋಂಪಿನ / ನಗೆ ಸರೋರುಹಕೋಗೆಯ ವಿರಹದ / ಧಗೆ ರಥಾಂಗದೊಳಳಿಯ ರವಿಯುದಯಾಚಲಕೆ ಬಂದ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Kumaravyasa Bharata — Sunrise Imagery
- Impact of the new economic measures on fiscal ties between the Union and States in India.2017 · Essay · Economy · Fiscal Federalism
- Clarify how mid-eighteenth century India was beset with the spectre of a fragmented polity.2017 · Mains GS1 · General Studies · Fragmented Polity
- Examine the relevance of transparency, accountability, fairness and justice, courage of conviction, and spirit of service in the context of civil service.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Service Values
- Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgement on National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014 with reference to the appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · NJAC
- Account for the failure of the manufacturing sector in achieving the goal of labour-intensive exports rather than capital-intensive exports. Suggest measures for more labour-intensive exports.2017 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Manufacturing Exports
- ಭಾಯಾ ಪ್ರತಿಮೆಯ ಭಾಯಾ ಪುರುಷನ / ಭಾಯಗೆ ಸಜ್ಜಾನವಿಲ್ಲ | ಆಯಿರದಕೆ ತಿಳಿವೊಡೆಗೊಂಡಲ್ಲದು ತಾನೆ / ಕಾಯದೊಳಿದ್ದಾತ್ತರೊಪು |2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Prescribed Verse — Body and Knowledge
- ಬಸವಣ್ಣನವರ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಾಣಿ ರೂಪಕಗಳು2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · Basavanna Animal Metaphors
- Young people with ethical conduct are not willing to come forward to join active politics. Suggest steps to motivate them to come forward.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Politics
- Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in electioneering but it will reduce the government’s accountability to the people. Discuss.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Simultaneous Elections
- Why did the Moderates fail to carry conviction with the nation about their proclaimed ideology and political goals by the end of the nineteenth century?2017 · Mains GS1 · History · Moderates
- Destiny of a nation is shaped in its classrooms.2017 · Essay · Education · Education and Nation Building
- Examine the development of airports in India through joint ventures under the Public-Private Partnership model. What are the challenges faced by the authorities in this regard?2017 · Mains GS3 · General Studies · Airport PPP
- ದಾಸ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Nature of Bhakti
- ಹಾಲತೊರೆಗೆ ಬೆಲ್ಲದ ಕೆಸರು, ಸಕ್ಕರೆಯ ಮಳಲು / ತವರಾಜದ ನೊರೆ ತೆರೆಯಂತೆ ಆದ್ಯರ ವಚನವಿರಲು / ಬೇರೆ ಬಾವಿಯ ತೋಡಿ, ಉಪ್ಪು ನೀರನುಂಬುವನ ವಿಧಿಯಂತೆ / ಆಯಿತ್ತೆನ್ನ ಮತಿ ಕೂಡಲ ಸಂಗಮದೇವಾ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Basavanna Vachana — Literary Humility
- Has the Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) lost its relevance in a multipolar world?2017 · Essay · International Relations · Non Alignment Movement
- Explain various types of revolutions that took place in agriculture after Independence in India. How have these revolutions helped in poverty alleviation and food security in India?2017 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agricultural Revolutions
- What problems are germane to the decolonization process in the Malay Peninsula?2017 · Mains GS1 · General Studies · Decolonization
- How do pressure groups influence Indian political process? Do you agree with this view that informal pressure groups have emerged as more powerful than formal pressure groups in recent years?2017 · Mains GS2 · General Studies · Pressure Groups
- One of the tests of integrity is complete refusal to be compromised. Explain with reference to a real-life example. Corporate social responsibility makes companies more profitable and sustainable. Analyse.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Integrity and CSR
- ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಉಪರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯತೆಯ ಅಭಿವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Navodaya and Sub-nationalism
- ಡೊಂಕು ಬಾಲದ ನಾಯಕರೇ ನೀವೇನೂಟವ ಮಾಡಿರಿ / ಕಣಕ ಕುಟ್ಟೋ ಒನಕೆಲಿ ಹೊಡೆದರೆ ಕುಯ್ ಕುಯ್ ರಾಗವ ಮಾಡುವಿರಿ / ಹುಗ್ಗಿ ಮಾಡೋ ಅಲ್ಲಿಗೆ ಹೋಗಿ ತಗ್ಗಿ ಬಗ್ಗಿ ನೋಡುವಿರಿ / ಹುಗ್ಗಿ ಮಾಡೋ ಸೌಟಲಿ ಹೊಡೆದರೆ ಕುಯ್ ಕುಯ್ ರಾಗವ ಮಾಡುವಿರಿ / ಹಿರಿಯ ಹಾದಿಲಿ ಓಡುವಿರಿ ಕರಿಯ ಬೂದಿಲಿ ಹೊರಳುವಿರಿ / ಸಿರಿ ಕಾಗಿನೆಲೆಯಾದಿಕೇಶವನ ಸ್ಮರಿಸದವರ ಗತಿ ತೋರುವಿರಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Kanakadasa — Social Satire
- How does the Juno Mission of NASA help to understand the origin and evolution of the Earth?2017 · Mains GS1 · Science & Technology · Juno Mission
- Joy is the simplest form of gratitude.2017 · Essay · Ethics · Gratitude
- Discuss the role of Public Accounts Committee in establishing accountability of the government to the people.2017 · Mains GS2 · General Studies · Public Accounts Committee
- What are the reasons for poor acceptance of cost-effective small processing units? How will food processing units be helpful to uplift the socio-economic status of poor farmers?2017 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Processing
- Great ambition is the passion of a great character. Those endowed with it may perform very good or very bad acts depending on principles. Mention rulers who harmed society and country and those who worked for development. Also analyse A. P. J. Abdul Kalam’s view that father, mother and teacher can help make a country corruption free and a nation of beautiful minds.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ambition and Anti Corruption Values
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳು ಯಾವುವು ? ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Regional Dialects
- ‘ಸುಕುಮಾರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ’ ಕಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ತೀವ್ರತಮ ಭೋಗವು ವೈರಾಗ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ದಾರಿ ಮಾಡಿಕೊಡುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡಿದೆ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Vaddaradhane — Sukumaraswami
- Fulfillment of “new woman” in India is a myth.2017 · Essay · Society · Gender Equality
- How will you apply emotional intelligence in administrative practices? Also elucidate how strength, peace and security are considered pillars of international relations.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Emotional Intelligence and Security
- Stem cell therapy is gaining popularity in India to treat a wide variety of medical conditions including leukaemia, thalassemia, damaged cornea and several burns. Describe briefly what stem cell therapy is and what advantages it has over other treatments.2017 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Stem Cell Therapy
- In spite of adverse environmental impact, coal mining is still inevitable for development. Discuss.2017 · Mains GS1 · Environment · Coal Mining
- To ensure effective implementation of policies addressing water, sanitation and hygiene needs, the identification of beneficiary segments is to be synchronized with the anticipated outcomes. Examine the statement in the context of the WASH scheme.2017 · Mains GS2 · General Studies · WASH Scheme
- ಪ್ರಾಚೀನ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯಗಳ ಕಾವ್ಯಧರ್ಮವನ್ನು ಧರ್ಮ ನಿಯಂತ್ರಿಸಿದೆಯೇ ... ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Religion and Poetics
- ಕರ್ಣನ ಬದುಕೊಂದು ‘ದುರಂತಮಯ ವಿಧಿವಿಲಾಸ’ ಎಂಬುದನ್ನು ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Kumaravyasa Bharata — Karna
- Mention the advantages of the cultivation of pulses because of which the year 2016 was declared as the International Year of Pulses by United Nations.2017 · Mains GS1 · International Relations · Pulses
- India has achieved remarkable successes in unmanned space missions including Chandrayaan and Mars Orbiter Mission, but has not ventured into manned space mission. Explain critically in terms of technology and logistics.2017 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Manned Space Mission
- Does the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 ensure an effective mechanism for empowerment and inclusion of the intended beneficiaries in society? Discuss.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Disability Rights
- The crisis of ethical values in modern times is traced to a narrow perception of the good life. Discuss. Also justify how increased national wealth has created enclaves of modernity and prosperity for a small minority at the cost of the majority.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics and Equity
- We may brave human laws but cannot resist natural laws.2017 · Essay · Environment · Natural Laws
- ‘ಹರನೆಂಬುದೇ ಸತ್ಯ, ಸತ್ಯವೆಂಬುದೇ ಹರನು’ - ಈ ದಿವ್ಯಾದರ್ಶ ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಸಾಕಾರಗೊಂಡಿದೆ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Harishchandra Kavya
- ‘ಜೈನಧರ್ಮ’ ಭೋಗದ ಅತಿರೇಕವನ್ನು ತೋರಿಸಿ ವೈರಾಗ್ಯದಡೆಗೆ ಕೊಂಡೊಯ್ಯುತ್ತದೆ. ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಈ ಅಂಶ ಹೇಗೆ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿದೆ?2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Bhoga and Vairagya
- Hunger and poverty are the biggest challenges for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how far successive governments have progressed in dealing with these humongous problems. Suggest measures for improvement.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Hunger and Poverty
- Social media is inherently a selfish medium.2017 · Essay · Society · Social Media
- Discipline generally implies following order and subordination, but it may be counter-productive for an organisation. Discuss. Also explain why widely entrenched moral values and obligations are necessary for law, democratic government and market economy.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Discipline and Moral Values
- Not many years ago, river linking was a concept but it is becoming reality in the country. Discuss the advantages of river linking and its possible impact on the environment.2017 · Mains GS3 · Environment · River Linking
- How does the cryosphere affect global climate?2017 · Mains GS1 · Environment · Cryosphere
- ಭಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನಾಧರಿಸಿದ ವಚನಕಾರರು ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಹೊಸ ಆಯಾಮಗಳನ್ನು ನಿಮಗೆ ಇಷ್ಟವಿರುವ ವಚನಕಾರರ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿರಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Vachana Literature — New Dimensions of Bhakti
- ಅನುಪಮಾ ನಿರಂಜನರವರ ‘ಮಾಧವಿ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿ ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ಚಿಂತನೆಯನ್ನು ಉದ್ಘಾಟಿಸಿದೆಯೇ ... ? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Madhavi and Feminist Thought
- Discuss the potential threats of cyberattack and the security framework to prevent it.2017 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Security
- China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia. In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbour.2017 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · China India Relations
- You are an honest and responsible civil servant. Examine common arguments against ethical conduct: it may cause personal and family difficulty; unfair practices may help career goals; a small ethical minority makes no difference; ethics may hurt developmental goals; and small gifts may make the system efficient. Examine these statements with merits and demerits.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Conduct Case Study
- In the context of the diversity of India, can it be said that the regions form cultural units rather than the States? Give reasons with examples for your viewpoint.2017 · Mains GS1 · Society · Cultural Regions
- ಕನಕ ದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಆಯಾಮಗಳನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Kanakadasa Keertanas — Social Dimensions
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಉಗಮ ಮತ್ತು ವಿಕಾಸದ ವಿವಿಧ ಹಂತಗಳನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Origin and Development of Kannada
- What are the two major legal initiatives by the State since Independence addressing discrimination against Scheduled Tribes?2017 · Mains GS1 · Society · Scheduled Tribes
- The north-eastern region of India has been infested with insurgency for a very long time. Analyze the major reasons for survival of armed insurgency in this region.2017 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · North East Insurgency
- You are an IAS aspirant selected for the personal interview. On the way to the venue, you see an accident where a mother and child, who are your relatives, are badly injured and need immediate help. What would you do and why?2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Interview Accident Case Study
- What are the main functions of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)? Explain different functional commissions attached to it.2017 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · ECOSOC
- ಕರ್ಣನ ಮೂಲಕ ಯಾವ ಮೌಲ್ಯವನ್ನು ಪಂಪನು ತನ್ನ ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಎತ್ತಿ ತೋರಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Vikramarjuna Vijaya — Karna and Values
- ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತದ ಕೃಷ್ಣಸಂಧಾನ ಪ್ರಸಂಗದ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · Kumaravyasa Krishna Sandhana
- The spirit of tolerance and love is not only an interesting feature of Indian society from very early times, but it is also playing an important part at the present. Elaborate.2017 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tolerance
- One of the intended objectives of Union Budget 2017-18 is to transform, energize and clean India. Analyse the measures proposed in the Budget 2017-18 to achieve this objective.2017 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Union Budget 2017 18
- Explain the salient features of the Constitution (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2016. Do you think it is efficacious enough to remove cascading effect of taxes and provide for a common national market for goods and services?2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · GST Constitutional Amendment
- You are head of HR in an organisation. A worker died on duty, but investigation shows he was drunk. The company denies compensation; workers go on strike demanding compensation for the family. The chairman asks for your recommendation. What recommendation would you provide? Discuss merits and demerits.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Compensation Case Study
- ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ ಎಂತಹುದು? ಇದನ್ನು ಶೃಂಗಾರಕಾವ್ಯವೂ ಹೌದೆನ್ನಬಹುದೆ? ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Nambiyannana Ragale — Bhakti and Shringara
- ಕನ್ನಡ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಬೆಳಕಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಜನ್ನನ ಅಮೃತಮತಿಯ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Janna Amritamati
- You are negotiating a critical business deal. After dinner, the other manager driving you hits and injures a motorcyclist due to rash driving. You are the sole eyewitness, and honest testimony may jeopardise the deal. What dilemmas do you face and what will be your response?2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Witness Ethics Case Study
- Examine the scope of Fundamental Rights in the light of the latest judgement of the Supreme Court on Right to Privacy.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Right to Privacy
- Examine how the decline of traditional artisanal industry in colonial India crippled the rural economy.2017 · Mains GS1 · History · Colonial Economy
- Industrial growth rate has lagged behind in the overall growth of GDP in the post-reform period. Give reasons. How far are the recent changes in Industrial Policy capable of increasing the industrial growth rate?2017 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Industrial Growth
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ನವ್ಯಕಾವ್ಯದ ಉಗಮ ಮತ್ತು ವಿಕಾಸವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Literature · Navya Poetry
- ಅಲ್ಲಮನ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮಿಕ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ತೌಲನಿಕವಾಗಿ ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Allama Prabhu Vachanas — Spirituality
- A building permitted for three floors is illegally extended to six floors by a builder and collapses, killing migrant labourers including women and children. The government announces relief and arrests the builder. Give reasons for such incidents and suggest preventive measures.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Illegal Construction Case Study
- What are the salient features of inclusive growth? Has India been experiencing such a growth process? Analyze and suggest measures for inclusive growth.2017 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Inclusive Growth
- Highlight the importance of the new objectives that got added to the vision of Indian Independence since the twenties of the last century.2017 · Mains GS1 · History · Indian Independence
- The Indian Constitution has provisions for holding a joint session of the two houses of Parliament. Enumerate the occasions when this would normally happen and also the occasions when it cannot, with reasons thereof.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Joint Sitting
- ಭೋಗ ಮತ್ತು ಯೋಗ ಸಂಬಂಧದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಭರತೇಶವೈಭವದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Bhoga-Yoga Relationship
- ಕನ್ನಡಕ್ಕೆ ಬಂದ ಅನ್ಯದೇಶಪದಗಳ ಧ್ವನಿ ಮತ್ತು ಅರ್ಥ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಯನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Loanword Sound and Meaning Change
- To enhance the quality of democracy in India, the Election Commission of India has proposed electoral reforms in 2016. What are the suggested reforms and how far are they significant to make democracy successful?2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Electoral Reforms
- What are the major reasons for declining rice and wheat yield in the cropping system? How is crop diversification helpful to stabilize yield in the system?2017 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Crop Diversification
- Account for variations in oceanic salinity and discuss its multi-dimensional effects.2017 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Oceanic Salinity
- You are a Public Information Officer. RTI is meant for transparency and accountability, but you observe proxy applications and extortionist RTI activism affecting administration. What measures would you suggest to separate genuine and non-genuine applications? Give merits and demerits.2017 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · RTI Misuse Case Study
- ದಲಿತ ಬಡಜನರ ಮೇಲೆ ಉಳ್ಳವರ ಅಟ್ಟಹಾಸ ಎಂತಹುದೆಂದು ‘ಕುರುಡು ಕಾಂಚಾಣ’ ಪದ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಡಂಬಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Kurudu Kanchana — Social Satire
- ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರ ಸೃಷ್ಟಿಸಿದ ರಾವಣ ಉದಾತ್ತ ಚಾರಿತ್ರ್ಯವನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿದವನಾಗಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಪ್ರಸಂಗಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Nagachandra Ravana
- Petroleum refineries are not necessarily located nearer to crude oil producing areas, particularly in many of the developing countries. Explain its implications.2017 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Petroleum Refineries
- How do subsidies affect the cropping pattern, crop diversity and economy of farmers? What is the significance of crop insurance, minimum support price and food processing for small and marginal farmers?2017 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Agricultural Subsidies
- Is the National Commission for Women able to strategize and tackle the problems that women face at both public and private spheres? Give reasons in support of your answer.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · National Commission for Women
- ‘ರಾಮಧಾನ್ಯ ಚರಿತೆ’ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಅಹಂ ವಿಸರ್ಜನೆಯ ಕಾವ್ಯವೇ ....? ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Ramadhanya Charite
- “ನರಕಕ್ಕಿಳಿಸಿ ನಾಲ್ಗೆ ಸೀಳಿದ್ರೂ” ಕನ್ನಡ ಪದವಾಡ್ತೀನಿ ಎಂಬ ರತ್ನನ ಕನ್ನಡಾಭಿಮಾನ ಎಂತಹುದು? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Ratnana Padagalu — Kannada Pride
- The emergence of Self Help Groups in contemporary times points to the slow but steady withdrawal of the State from developmental activities. Examine the role of SHGs in developmental activities and the measures taken by the Government of India to promote SHGs.2017 · Mains GS2 · General Studies · Self Help Groups
- In what way can floods be converted into a sustainable source of irrigation and all-weather inland navigation in India?2017 · Mains GS1 · Environment · Flood Management
- Give an account of the growth and development of nuclear science and technology in India. What is the advantage of the fast breeder reactor programme in India?2017 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Nuclear Technology
- ‘ಮಾಧವಿ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಹೆಣ್ಣಿನ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿತ್ವವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Madhavi — Womanhood and Agency
- ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಬಂದ ದಲಿತ ಆತ್ಮಕಥೆಗಳ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit Literature · Dalit Autobiographies
- Climate change is a global problem. How will India be affected by climate change? How will Himalayan and coastal states of India be affected by climate change?2017 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Climate Change
- What characteristics can be assigned to monsoon climate that succeeds in feeding more than 50 percent of the world population residing in Monsoon Asia?2017 · Mains GS1 · Environment · Monsoon Climate
- Poverty alleviation programmes in India remain mere show pieces until and unless they are backed by political will. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India.2017 · Mains GS2 · Society · Poverty Alleviation
- ರೂಪನಿಷ್ಠ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Formalist Criticism
- ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದಜೀವಿ’ಯ ಜೀವನಾಸಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ವಸ್ತುವಿನ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಶದೀಕರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Bettada Jeeva — Love of Life
- Initially, Civil Services in India were designed to achieve the goals of neutrality and effectiveness, which seem to be lacking in the present context. Do you agree with the view that drastic reforms are required in Civil Services? Comment.2017 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Civil Service Reforms
- The women’s questions arose in modern India as a part of the 19th-century social reform movement. What are the major issues and debates concerning women in that period?2017 · Mains GS1 · Society · Women Reform Movement
- In December 2004, tsunami brought havoc in 14 countries including India. Discuss the factors responsible for the occurrence of tsunami and its effects on life and economy. In the light of NDMA guidelines, describe mechanisms for preparedness to reduce risk during such events.2017 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Tsunami Disaster Management
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಕಲೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳು2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Kalyani Chalukyas and Arts
- ‘ತುಘಲಕ್’ ವಿಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳಿಂದ ಕೂಡಿದ ದುರ್ಬಲ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಯೇ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Tughlaq — Contradictory Personality
- Mob violence is emerging as a serious law and order problem in India. By giving suitable examples, analyze the causes and consequences of such violence.2017 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Mob Violence
- The question of India’s energy security constitutes the most important part of India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West Asian countries.2017 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Energy Security
- Distinguish between religiousness or religiosity and communalism, giving one example of how the former has got transformed into the latter in independent India.2017 · Mains GS1 · Society · Communalism
- ಕನ್ನಡದ ನವೋದಯ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತು ಹಾಗೂ ರಚನಾತ್ಮಕತೆಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು. ನಿಮಗೆ ಇಷ್ಟವಿರುವ ಕಥೆಗಳ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Navodaya Short Stories — Themes and Form
- ಪ್ರೌಢದೇವರಾಯನ ಕಾಲದ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Praudha Devaraya Period Literature
- The growth of cities as I.T. hubs has opened up new avenues of employment, but has also created new problems. Substantiate this statement with examples.2017 · Mains GS1 · Economy · IT Hubs
- Indian diaspora has an important role to play in South-East Asian countries’ economy and society. Appraise the role of Indian diaspora in South-East Asia in this context.2017 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Indian Diaspora
- The scourge of terrorism is a grave challenge to national security. What solutions do you suggest to curb this growing menace? What are the major sources of terrorist funding?2017 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Terrorism Funding
- ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳು2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Alankara
- ಮನುಷ್ಯ ಸಂಬಂಧಗಳ ಸಂಕೀರ್ಣತೆಯನ್ನು ಚಿತ್ತಾಲರ ಕಥೆಗಳ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Yashwant Chittal Stories — Human Relationships
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಜಾನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ವರ್ಗೀಕರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ? ನಿಮಗಿಟ್ಟಿರುವ ಪಠ್ಯದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Kannada Folk Tales — Classification
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸೂಫಿ ಪರಂಪರೆ2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Sufi Tradition of Karnataka
- ದೇವನೂರು ಮಹಾದೇವ ಅವರ ‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ಕಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ತಳ ಸಮುದಾಯದ ಸಂವೇದನೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Odalaala — Subaltern Sensibility
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Rashtrakuta Contribution
- ‘ನವೋದಯ’ ಹಾಗೂ ‘ನವ್ಯ’ ಕವಿತೆಗಳ ಸಾಮ್ಯತೆ ಮತ್ತು ವೈರುಧ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Navodaya and Navya Poetry — Comparison
- ವಸಾಹತೋತ್ತರ ಚಿಂತನೆಗಳು ಅಂದರೆ ಏನು ... ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Postcolonial Thought
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಏಕೀಕರಣ ಚಳುವಳಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಆಲೂರು ವೆಂಕಟರಾಯರ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Karnataka Unification and Aluru Venkata Rao
- ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರನ್ನು ವೈಚಾರಿಕ ನೆಲೆಯ ಲೇಖಕ ಎನ್ನಬಹುದೆ? ‘ದೇವರು’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · A. N. Murthy Rao — Devaru and Rational Inquiry
- ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಮುದಾಯದಲ್ಲಿ ‘ಒಗಟು’ಗಳ ಸ್ಥಾನವೇನು? ನಿಮಗೆ ಇಟ್ಟಿರುವ ಪಠ್ಯದ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Kannada Riddles — Social and Cultural Place
- ‘ರೀತಿರಾತ್ಮಾ ಕಾವ್ಯಸ್ಯ’ - ಇದನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Riti Theory
- ‘ಜಾನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಆಶಯ, ಪರಿಕಲ್ಪನೆಗಳ ಲಕ್ಷಣ, ಇತಿ-ಮಿತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Janapada Swarupa — Concepts, Strengths and Limits
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದ ಪಾಶ್ಚಾತ್ಯ ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಕ್ಕಿಂತ ಹೇಗೆ ಭಿನ್ನ ... ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Indian and Western Feminism
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಜಯನಗರದಿಂದ ಮುಸ್ಲಿಂ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪೀಯ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Indo-Islamic Architecture in Karnataka
- ‘ಜನಪದ ಗೀತಾಂಜಲಿ’ ಕೃತಿಯಲ್ಲಿನ ತ್ರಿಪದಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಮನುಷ್ಯ ಸಂಬಂಧಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literature · Janapada Geetanjali — Human Relationships in Tripadis
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ಕಾವ್ಯಮೀಮಾಂಸೆಯ ರೀತಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ ಮತ್ತು ಪಾಶ್ಚಾತ್ಯ ಶೈಲಿ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತಗಳನ್ನು ತೌಲನಿಕವಾಗಿ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Riti and Western Style Theory
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಗೀತಕ್ಕೆ ದಾಸ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ನೀಡಿದ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Contribution to Carnatic Music
- ಮಾರ್ಕ್ಸ್ವಾದಿ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ ಪಶ್ಚಿಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಬೆಳೆದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Marxist Literary Criticism
- ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ವೈಷ್ಣವ ದೇವಾಲಯಗಳ ಶಿಲ್ಪಕಲೆಯ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟತೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Vaishnava Temple Sculpture
- ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಧ್ವನಿಯ ಸ್ಥಾನ ಯಾವುದು ? ಧ್ವನಿ ಪ್ರಭೇದಗಳನ್ನು ನಿದರ್ಶನಗಳೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Dhvani Theory
- ಭಾರತೀಯ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿ ಕೊಟ್ಟ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಳನ್ನು ಸಮೀಕ್ಷಿಸಿ.2017 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Karnataka Contribution to Indian Culture
- If development is not engendered, it is endangered.2016 · Essay · Society · Gender and Development
- How has globalization led to the reduction of employment in the formal sector of the Indian economy? Is increased informalization detrimental to the development of the country?2016 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Globalisation and Informalisation
- Explain how ethics contributes to social and human well-being. Why should impartiality and non-partisanship be considered foundational values in public services, especially in the present day socio-political context? Illustrate with examples.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics and Human Well-being
- Early Buddhist Stupa-art, while depicting folk motifs and narratives, successfully expounds Buddhist ideals. Elucidate.2016 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Buddhist Stupa Art
- Discuss the essentials of the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act and anomalies, if any, that have led to recent reported conflicts between elected representatives and the institution of the Lieutenant Governor in Delhi. Do you think this will give rise to a new trend in Indian federal politics?2016 · Mains GS2 · Polity · 69th Constitutional Amendment
- What do you understand by governance, good governance and ethical governance? Discuss Mahatma Gandhi’s concept of seven sins.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Governance and Gandhi’s Seven Sins
- To what extent is Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, bearing marginal note temporary provision with respect to the State of Jammu and Kashmir, temporary? Discuss the future prospects of this provision in the context of Indian polity.2016 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Article 370
- Need brings greed, if greed increases it spoils breed.2016 · Essay · Ethics · Need and Greed
- Women empowerment in India needs gender budgeting. What are the requirements and status of gender budgeting in the Indian context?2016 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Gender Budgeting
- Krishnadeva Raya, the king of Vijayanagar, was not only an accomplished scholar himself but was also a great patron of learning and literature. Discuss.2016 · Mains GS1 · History · Vijayanagara Empire
- Explain how the uprising of 1857 constitutes an important watershed in the evolution of British policies towards colonial India.2016 · Mains GS1 · History · Revolt of 1857
- Analyse John Rawls’s concept of social justice in the Indian context. Discuss the Public Services Code as recommended by the 2nd Administrative Reforms Commission.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Social Justice and Public Service Code
- The Indian party system is passing through a phase of transition which looks to be full of contradictions and paradoxes. Discuss.2016 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Indian Party System
- Water disputes between states in federal India.2016 · Essay · Polity · Water Disputes
- Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana is necessary for bringing the unbanked to the institutional finance fold. Do you agree with this for financial inclusion of the poor section of Indian society? Give arguments to justify your opinion.2016 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Financial Inclusion
- Innovation is the key determinant of economic growth and social welfare.2016 · Essay · Economy · Innovation and Growth
- What are Smart Cities? Examine their relevance for urban development in India. Will they increase rural-urban differences? Give arguments for Smart Villages in the light of PURA and RURBAN Mission.2016 · Mains GS3 · Urbanization · Smart Cities and Smart Villages
- Corruption causes misuse of government treasury, administrative inefficiency and obstruction in the path of national development. Discuss Kautilya’s views. How could social influence and persuasion contribute to the success of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan?2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corruption and Social Influence
- Discuss the role of women in the freedom struggle especially during the Gandhian phase.2016 · Mains GS1 · History · Women in Freedom Struggle
- Exercise of CAG’s powers in relation to the accounts of the Union and the States is derived from Article 149 of the Indian Constitution. Discuss whether audit of the Government’s policy implementation could amount to overstepping CAG’s jurisdiction.2016 · Mains GS2 · Polity · CAG and Policy Audit
- Law and ethics are considered two tools for controlling human conduct to make it conducive to civilized social existence. Discuss how they achieve this objective and, with examples, show how they differ in their approaches.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Law and Ethics
- Highlight the differences in the approach of Subhash Chandra Bose and Mahatma Gandhi in the struggle for freedom.2016 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhi and Bose
- Discuss each adjective attached to the word Republic in the Preamble. Are they defendable in the present circumstances?2016 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Preamble and Republic
- Cooperative federalism: Myth or reality.2016 · Essay · Polity · Cooperative Federalism
- Justify the need for FDI for the development of the Indian economy. Why is there a gap between MOUs signed and actual FDIs? Suggest remedial steps to be taken for increasing actual FDIs in India.2016 · Mains GS3 · Economy · FDI
- Comment on the challenges for inclusive growth which include careless and useless manpower in the Indian context. Suggest measures to be taken for facing these challenges.2016 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Inclusive Growth and Manpower
- Cyberspace and internet: Blessing or curse to the human civilization in the long run.2016 · Essay · Science & Technology · Cyberspace and Internet
- What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution?2016 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Judicial Review
- Our attitudes towards life, work, other people and society are generally shaped unconsciously by family and social surroundings. Discuss undesirable values prevalent in today’s educated Indians and how such attitudes can be changed and socio-ethical values necessary in public services cultivated in aspiring and serving civil servants.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Attitude and Values
- Has the formation of linguistic states strengthened the cause of Indian unity?2016 · Mains GS1 · Society · Linguistic States
- Near jobless growth in India: An anomaly or an outcome of economic reforms.2016 · Essay · Economy · Jobless Growth
- The anti-colonial struggles in West Africa were led by the new elite of Western-educated Africans. Examine.2016 · Mains GS1 · World History · Anti-colonial Struggles in West Africa
- Anger is a harmful negative emotion injurious to both personal and work life. Discuss how it leads to negative emotions and undesirable behaviour, and how it can be managed and controlled.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Anger Management
- What is water-use efficiency? Describe the role of micro-irrigation in increasing water-use efficiency.2016 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Water-use Efficiency
- Did the Government of India Act, 1935 lay down a federal constitution? Discuss.2016 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Government of India Act 1935
- Digital economy: A leveller or a source of economic inequality.2016 · Essay · Economy · Digital Economy
- Max Weber said that it is not wise to apply to public administration the sort of moral and ethical norms we apply to matters of personal conscience, and that state bureaucracy might possess its own independent bureaucratic morality. Critically analyse this statement.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Bureaucratic Morality
- What is allelopathy? Discuss its role in major cropping systems of irrigated agriculture.2016 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Allelopathy
- To what extent has globalisation influenced the core of cultural diversity in India? Explain.2016 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalisation and Cultural Diversity
- What is a quasi-judicial body? Explain with the help of concrete examples.2016 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Quasi-judicial Bodies
- Professor Amartya Sen has advocated important reforms in primary education and primary health care. What are your suggestions to improve their status and performance?2016 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Primary Education and Health
- Discuss the role of land reforms in agricultural development. Identify the factors that were responsible for the success of land reforms in India.2016 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Land Reforms
- A fresh engineering graduate working in a chemical industry discovers that highly toxic waste is secretly discharged into a river, causing health problems to villagers. Colleagues advise silence because whistleblowers are dismissed. She is sole breadwinner but her conscience pricks her. What arguments can you advance to show that keeping quiet is not morally right, and what course of action would you advise and why?2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Toxic Waste Whistleblowing Case Study
- An essential condition to eradicate poverty is to liberate the poor from the process of deprivation. Substantiate this statement with suitable examples.2016 · Mains GS1 · Society · Poverty and Deprivation
- Given the vulnerability of Indian agriculture to vagaries of nature, discuss the need for crop insurance and bring out the salient features of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.2016 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Crop Insurance
- In the Indian governance system, the role of non-state actors has been only marginal. Critically examine this statement.2016 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Non-state Actors
- Land for mining, dams and large projects is acquired mostly from Adivasis, hill dwellers and rural communities. Compensation is often delayed and cannot sustain livelihoods, while benefits go to industries and urban communities. If tasked with drafting a better compensation-cum-rehabilitation policy, how would you approach the problem and what would be its main elements?2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Displacement and Rehabilitation Case Study
- Why are the tribals in India referred to as the Scheduled Tribes? Indicate the major provisions enshrined in the Constitution of India for their upliftment.2016 · Mains GS1 · Society · Scheduled Tribes
- With a brief background of quality of urban life in India, introduce the objectives and strategy of the Smart City Programme.2016 · Mains GS1 · Urbanization · Smart City Programme
- Effectiveness of the government system at various levels and people’s participation in the governance system are inter-dependent. Discuss their relationship in the context of India.2016 · Mains GS2 · Governance · People’s Participation
- You are implementing a social service scheme for old and destitute women. An old illiterate woman lacks documents to prove eligibility, but your enquiry shows she is genuinely destitute and needs support. Putting her under the scheme violates rules, but denying support is cruel. Can you think of a rational way to resolve the dilemma? Give reasons.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Destitute Woman Welfare Case Study
- Give an account of the current status and the targets to be achieved pertaining to renewable energy sources in the country. Discuss in brief the importance of National Programme on Light Emitting Diodes.2016 · Mains GS3 · Energy · Renewable Energy
- What is the basis of regionalism? Is it that unequal distribution of benefits of development on regional basis eventually promotes regionalism? Substantiate your answer.2016 · Mains GS1 · Society · Regionalism
- In the integrity index of Transparency International, India stands very low. Discuss briefly the legal, political, social and cultural factors that have caused the decline of public morality in India.2016 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Public Morality
- You are a young government employee assisting a respected superior. During a visit to his home you discover he behaves badly with and beats his wife. In office he is kind and helpful. Analyse the options of ignoring it as personal, reporting to authority, or using your own innovative approach, with consequences.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Domestic Violence in Office Superior Case Study
- Discuss India’s achievements in the field of Space Science and Technology. How has the application of this technology helped India in its socio-economic development?2016 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Space Technology
- ABC Ltd., a large transnational company, plans a new energy-efficient plant in underdeveloped Vikaspuri with government tax incentives. The plant may raise cost of living, bring migration, and disturb the social order. Protests begin despite CSR assurances. Identify the issues involved and suggest ways to satisfy the company’s goal while addressing residents’ concerns.2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · CSR and Industrial Plant Case Study
- Discuss the concept of air mass and explain its role in macro-climatic changes.2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Air Mass
- Why is nanotechnology one of the key technologies of the 21st century? Describe the salient features of Indian Government’s Mission on Nanoscience and Technology and the scope of its application in the development process of the country.2016 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Nanotechnology
- Has the Indian governmental system responded adequately to the demands of Liberalization, Privatization and Globalization started in 1991? What can the government do to be responsive to this important change?2016 · Mains GS2 · Governance · LPG Reforms and Government
- Traditional bureaucratic structure and culture have hampered the process of socio-economic development in India. Comment.2016 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Bureaucracy and Development
- Rehabilitation of human settlements is one of the important environmental impacts which always attracts controversy while planning major projects. Discuss the measures suggested for mitigation of this impact while proposing major developmental projects.2016 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Rehabilitation and Resettlement
- The Himalayas are highly prone to landslides. Discuss the causes and suggest suitable measures of mitigation.2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Landslides in Himalayas
- Saraswati, a successful IT professional returned to India and formed an NGO to build a school for a poor rural community. She faces confusing rules, delays, callous officials and bribe demands. Government control over voluntary social work is necessary, but should not be coercive or corrupt. What measures can ensure due control without thwarting honest NGO efforts?2016 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · NGO and Regulatory Corruption Case Study
- Examine the main provisions of the National Child Policy and throw light on the status of its implementation.2016 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · National Child Policy
- The frequency of urban floods due to high intensity rainfall is increasing over the years. Discussing the reasons for urban floods, highlight the mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during such events.2016 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Urban Floods
- The effective management of land and water resources will drastically reduce human miseries. Explain.2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Land and Water Resources
- South China Sea has assumed great geopolitical significance in the present context. Comment.2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · South China Sea
- With reference to National Disaster Management Authority guidelines, discuss the measures to be adopted to mitigate the impact of recent incidents of cloudbursts in many places of Uttarakhand.2016 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Cloudbursts
- Demographic Dividend in India will remain only theoretical unless our manpower becomes more educated, aware, skilled and creative. What measures have been taken by the government to enhance the capacity of our population to be more productive and employable?2016 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Demographic Dividend
- The terms Hot Pursuit and Surgical Strikes are often used in connection with armed action against terrorist attacks. Discuss the strategic impact of such actions.2016 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Hot Pursuit and Surgical Strikes
- The broader aims and objectives of WTO are to manage and promote international trade in the era of globalization. But the Doha round of negotiations seem doomed due to differences between developed and developing countries. Discuss in the Indian perspective.2016 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · WTO and Doha Round
- Major cities of India are becoming vulnerable to flood conditions. Discuss.2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Urban Floods
- Terrorism is emerging as a competitive industry over the last few decades. Analyse the above statement.2016 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Terrorism
- Present an account of the Indus Water Treaty and examine its ecological, economic and political implications in the context of changing bilateral relations.2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Indus Water Treaty
- Evaluate the economic and strategic dimensions of India’s Look East Policy in the context of the post-Cold War international scenario.2016 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Look East Policy
- Enumerate the problems and prospects of inland water transport in India.2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Inland Water Transport
- Border management is a complex task due to difficult terrain and hostile relations with some countries. Elucidate the challenges and strategies for effective border management.2016 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Border Management
- Increasing cross-border terrorist attacks in India and growing interference in the internal affairs of member-states by Pakistan are not conducive for the future of SAARC. Explain with suitable examples.2016 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · SAARC and Terrorism
- What are the aims and objectives of the McBride Commission of the UNESCO? What is India’s position on these?2016 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · McBride Commission
- Use of internet and social media by non-state actors for subversive activities is a major security concern. How have these been misused in the recent past? Suggest effective guidelines to curb the above threat.2016 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Internet and Social Media Misuse
- In what way do micro-watershed development projects help in water conservation in drought-prone and semi-arid regions of India?2016 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Micro-watershed Development
- Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting for its citizen a uniform civil code as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Uniform Civil Code
- The nature of economic growth in India in recent times is often described as a jobless growth. Do you agree with this view? Give arguments in favour of your answer.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Jobless Growth
- What is meant by environmental ethics? Why is it important to study? Discuss any one environmental issue from the viewpoint of environmental ethics. Differentiate between law and ethics, ethical management and management of ethics, discrimination and preferential treatment, and personal ethics and professional ethics.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Environmental Ethics
- The ancient civilization in Indian sub continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without breakdown to the present day. Comment.2015 · Mains GS1 · History · Ancient Indian Civilization
- Lending hands to someone is better than giving a dole.2015 · Essay · Ethics · Service and Charity
- Given are two quotations of moral thinkers/philosophers. For each of these bring out what it means to you in the present context: The weak can never forgive; forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Moral Thinkers
- The concept of cooperative federalism has been increasingly emphasised in recent years. Highlight the drawbacks in the existing structure and extent to which cooperative federalism would answer the shortcomings.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Cooperative Federalism
- Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment.2015 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Mesolithic Rock-cut Art
- Quick but steady wins the race.2015 · Essay · Ethics · Consistency and Action
- Livestock rearing has a big potential for providing non-farm employment and income in rural areas. Discuss suggesting suitable measures to promote this sector in India.2015 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Livestock Rearing
- Character of an institution is reflected in its leader.2015 · Essay · Governance · Leadership and Institutions
- A mere compliance with law is not enough; the public servant also has to have a well-developed sensibility to ethical issues for effective discharge of duties. Do you agree? Explain with examples where an act is ethically right but not legal and where an act is legally right but not ethical. How do the virtues of trustworthiness and fortitude get manifested in public service?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Legal and Ethical Conduct
- In view of the declining average size of land holdings in India, which has made agriculture non-viable for a majority of farmers, should contract farming and land leasing be promoted in agriculture? Critically evaluate the pros and cons.2015 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Contract Farming and Land Leasing
- In the absence of well-educated and organised local level government system, Panchayats and Samitis have remained mainly political institutions and not effective instrument of governance. Critically discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Local Governance
- How difficult would have been the achievement of Indian independence without Mahatma Gandhi? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS1 · History · Freedom Struggle
- Education without values, as useful as it is, seems rather to make a man more clever devil.2015 · Essay · Education · Values in Education
- Khap panchayats have been in the news for functioning as extra-constitutional authorities, often delivering pronouncements amounting to human right violations. Discuss critically the actions taken by the legislative, executive and judiciary to set the things right in this regard.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Khap Panchayats
- Social values are more important than economic values. Discuss with examples in the context of inclusive growth. Recent developments such as RTI, media and judicial activism are helpful in transparency and accountability, but may also be misused and make officers afraid to take prompt decisions. Analyse the situation and suggest how the dichotomy can be resolved.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Social Values and Transparency
- Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B R Ambedkar, despite having divergent approaches and strategies, had a common goal of amelioration of the downtrodden. Elucidate.2015 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhi and Ambedkar
- How can the Digital India programme help farmers to improve farm productivity and income? What steps has the government taken in this regard?2015 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Digital India and Farmers
- Technology cannot replace manpower.2015 · Essay · Science & Technology · Technology and Labour
- Two different kinds of attitudes exhibited by public servants towards their work have been identified as bureaucratic attitude and democratic attitude. Distinguish between these two terms and write their merits and demerits. Is it possible to balance the two to create a better administration for faster development of our country?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Bureaucratic and Democratic Attitude
- It would have been difficult for the Constituent Assembly to complete its historic task of drafting the Constitution for Independent India in just three years, but its experience gained with the Government of India Act, 1935. Discuss.2015 · Mains GS1 · Polity · Constitutional Development
- Resorting to ordinances has always raised concern on violation of the spirit of separation of power doctrine. While noting the rationales justifying the power to promulgate, analyse whether the decisions of the Supreme Court on the issue have further facilitated resorting to this power. Should the power to promulgate ordinances be repealed?2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Ordinance Power
- In what way could replacement of price subsidy with Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) change the scenario of subsidies in India? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · DBT and Subsidies
- Today, in spite of prescribing codes of conduct, vigilance cells and commissions, RTI, active media and strengthening of legal mechanisms, corrupt practices are not coming under control. Evaluate the effectiveness of these measures and suggest more effective strategies to tackle this menace.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corruption Control
- What are the impediments in marketing and supply chain management in developing the food processing industry in India? Can e-commerce help in overcoming this bottleneck?2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Food Processing
- Why did the industrial revolution first occur in England? Discuss the quality of life of the people there during the industrialization. How does it compare with that in India at present times?2015 · Mains GS1 · World History · Industrial Revolution
- What are the major changes brought in the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 through the recent ordinance promulgated by the President? How far will it improve India’s dispute resolution mechanism? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Arbitration and Conciliation
- Crisis faced in India — moral or economic.2015 · Essay · Ethics · Crisis in India
- Does the right to clean environment entail legal regulation on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of Indian Constitution and judgements of the apex court in this regard.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Article 21 and Environment
- At the international level, bilateral relations between most nations are governed by promoting one’s own national interest without regard for the interests of other nations. This leads to conflicts and tension. How can ethical consideration help resolve such tensions? Discuss with specific examples.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics in International Relations
- Dreams which should not let India sleep.2015 · Essay · Governance · Nation Building
- To what extent can Germany be held responsible for causing the two World Wars? Discuss critically.2015 · Mains GS1 · World History · World Wars
- Craze for gold in India has led to surge in import of gold in recent years and put pressure on balance of payments and external value of rupee. In view of this, examine the merits of Gold Monetization Scheme.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Gold Monetization Scheme
- Examine critically the recent changes in the rules governing foreign funding of NGOs under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 1976.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · FCRA and NGOs
- Public servants are likely to confront issues of conflict of interest. What do you understand by conflict of interest and how does it manifest in decision-making by public servants? If faced with such a situation, how would you resolve it? Explain with examples.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conflict of Interest
- Can capitalism bring inclusive growth?2015 · Essay · Economy · Capitalism and Inclusion
- Describe any four cultural elements of diversity in India and rate their relative significance in building a national identity.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Cultural Diversity
- Success of Make in India programme depends on the success of Skill India programme and radical labour reforms. Discuss with logical arguments.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Make in India and Skill India
- Critically examine whether growing population is the cause of poverty OR poverty is the main cause of population increase in India.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Poverty and Population
- The Self Help Group (SHG) Bank Linkage Programme (SBLP), which is India’s own innovation, has proved to be one of the most effective poverty alleviation and women empowerment programmes. Elucidate.2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · SHG Bank Linkage
- A private company known for efficiency, transparency and employee welfare faces gate-crashing by political workers demanding jobs and threatening management and employees. As CEO, what would you do to diffuse the volatile situation, what long-term solution would you suggest, and what would be the positive and negative consequences of your actions for yourself, employees and company performance?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Workplace Integrity Case Study
- To what factors can the recent dramatic fall in equipment cost and tariff of solar energy be attributed? What implications does the trend have for thermal power producers and related industry?2015 · Mains GS3 · Energy · Solar Energy
- There is a clear acknowledgement that Special Economic Zones are a tool of industrial development, manufacturing and exports. Recognising this potential, the whole instrumentality of SEZs requires augmentation. Discuss the issues plaguing the success of SEZs with respect to taxation, governing laws and administration.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Special Economic Zones
- How do you explain the statistics that show that the sex ratio in Tribes in India is more favourable to women than the sex ratio among Scheduled Castes?2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tribal Society
- How can the role of NGOs be strengthened in India for development works relating to protection of the environment? Discuss throwing light on the major constraints.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · NGOs and Environment
- You are the Sarpanch of a Panchayat. A new cook from the Dalit community is appointed for the government school midday meal. Parents of higher-caste children stop their children from eating and attendance falls sharply, threatening the school and scheme. Discuss feasible strategies to overcome the conflict and the responsibilities of social segments and agencies to create a positive social ambiance.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Caste and Midday Meal Case Study
- The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of technical and higher education in the country? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Higher Education
- What do you understand by Standard Positioning System and Precision Positioning System in the GPS era? Discuss the advantage India perceives from its ambitious IRNSS programme employing just seven satellites.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · GPS and IRNSS
- Discuss the changes in the trends of labour migration within and outside India in the last four decades.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Migration
- A scientist in a pharmaceutical company discovers that a bestselling veterinary drug may cure an incurable liver disease prevalent in tribal areas. Developing a human variant would cost Rs. 50 crore and recovery of cost is unlikely due to poverty-stricken markets. If you were the CEO, identify possible actions and evaluate the pros and cons of each.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Pharmaceutical Ethics Case Study
- Public health system has limitation in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest?2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Health Sector
- In a disaster-prone state, a cloudburst causes devastating floods and landslides, trapping pilgrims, tourists, locals, senior citizens, hospital patients, women and children, hikers, political leaders, a senior official and prisoners. As a civil services officer, what would be the order in which you would rescue these people and why? Give justifications.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Disaster Rescue Priority Case Study
- What are the areas of prohibitive labour that can be sustainably managed by robots? Discuss the initiatives that can propel research in premier research institutes for substantive and gainful innovation.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Robotics
- Discuss the positive and negative effects of globalization on women in India.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalization and Women
- Debate the issue whether and how contemporary movements for assertion of Dalit identity work towards annihilation of caste.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Caste and Dalit Assertion
- You head a district administration department and are asked to prepare for a superior officer’s visit to a plot selected for building a school. On inspection, you find the plot is part of Thakurgarh fort, inconvenient for children, costly to develop, and possibly acquired through vested interests. List likely vested interests, discuss merits and demerits of available options, and suggest any other justified option.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Heritage Site and School Case Study
- Discuss the advantages and security implications of cloud hosting of servers vis-a-vis in-house machine-based hosting for government business.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Cloud Hosting
- Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Poverty Estimation
- India’s Traditional Knowledge Digital Library, which has a database containing formatted information on more than two million medicinal formulations, is proving a powerful weapon in the country’s fight against erroneous patents. Discuss the pros and cons of making the database available publicly under open-source licensing.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Traditional Knowledge Digital Library
- As district development officer, you find tension in rural areas over girls going to school. Elders oppose girls’ education, younger people support it, and after molestation of some girls a law-and-order problem arises. Elders decide to socially boycott families sending girls to school. What steps would you take to ensure girls’ safety without disrupting education, and how would you manage patriarchal attitudes to ensure harmony?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Girls Education and Patriarchy Case Study
- Explain the factors responsible for the origin of ocean currents. How do they influence regional climates, fishing and navigation?2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Ocean Currents
- In the light of Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency and accountability.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Corporate Governance
- If amendment bill to the Whistleblowers Protection Act, 2011 tabled in the Parliament is passed, there may be no one left to protect. Critically evaluate.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Whistleblower Protection
- Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata are the three mega cities of the country but the air pollution is much more serious problem in Delhi as compared to the other two. Why is this so?2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Air Pollution
- Discuss the Namami Gange and National Mission for Clean Ganga programmes and causes of mixed results from previous schemes. What quantum leaps can help preserve the river Ganga better than incremental inputs?2015 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Namami Gange
- India is well endowed with fresh water resources. Critically examine why it still suffers from water scarcity.2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Water Scarcity
- The frequency of earthquakes appears to have increased in the Indian subcontinent. However, India’s preparedness for mitigating their impact has significant gaps. Discuss various aspects.2015 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Earthquake Preparedness
- For achieving the desired objectives, it is necessary to ensure that the regulatory institutions remain independent and autonomous. Discuss in the light of experiences in recent past.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Regulatory Institutions
- Human rights activists constantly highlight that the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 is a draconian act leading to cases of human rights abuses by security forces. What sections of AFSPA are opposed by activists? Critically evaluate the requirement with reference to the view held by the Apex Court.2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · AFSPA
- Increasing interest of India in Africa has its pros and cons. Critically examine.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Africa Relations
- The states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are reaching the limits of ecological carrying capacity due to tourism. Critically evaluate.2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Ecological Carrying Capacity
- Discuss the impediments India is facing in its pursuit of a permanent seat in UNSC.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · UNSC Reform
- How far do you agree that the behaviour of the Indian monsoon has been changing due to humanizing landscape? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Monsoon and Human Landscape
- Religious indoctrination via social media has resulted in Indian youth joining ISIS. What is ISIS and its mission? How can ISIS be dangerous to the internal security of our country?2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · ISIS and Radicalisation
- The persisting drives of the government for development of large industries in backward areas have resulted in isolating the tribal population and farmers who face multiple displacements. With Malkangiri and Naxalbari foci, discuss the corrective strategies needed to win the Left Wing Extremism doctrine affected citizens back into the mainstream of social and economic growth.2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Left Wing Extremism
- Smart cities in India cannot sustain without smart villages. Discuss this statement in the backdrop of rural urban integration.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Smart Cities and Smart Villages
- Project ‘Mausam’ is considered a unique foreign policy initiative of Indian government to improve relationship with its neighbours. Does the project have a strategic dimension? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Project Mausam
- Terrorist activities and mutual distrust have clouded India-Pakistan relations. To what extent could the use of soft power like sports and cultural exchange help generate goodwill between the two countries? Discuss with suitable examples.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Pakistan Relations
- What are the economic significance of discovery of oil in Arctic Sea and its possible environmental consequences?2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Arctic Oil
- Considering the threats cyberspace poses for the country, India needs a Digital Armed Forces to prevent crimes. Critically evaluate the National Cyber Security Policy, 2013 outlining the challenges perceived in its effective implementation.2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Security
- All human beings aspire for happiness. Do you agree? What does happiness mean to you? Explain with answers.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Happiness
- With greater power comes greater responsibility.2014 · Essay · Governance · Power and Responsibility
- To what extent has the urban planning and culture of the Indus Valley Civilization provided inputs to the present day urbanization? Discuss.2014 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Indus Valley Civilization
- Normally countries shift from agriculture to industry and then later to services, but India shifted directly from agriculture to services. What are the reasons for the huge growth of services vis-à-vis industry in the country? Can India become a developed country without a strong industrial base?2014 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Services vs Industry
- Starting from inventing the basic structure doctrine, the judiciary has played a highly proactive role in ensuring that India develops into a thriving democracy. In light of the statement, evaluate the role played by judicial activism in achieving the ideals of democracy.2014 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Judicial Activism
- Is the growing level of competition good for the youth?2014 · Essay · Society · Competition and Youth
- Though the federal principle is dominant in our Constitution and that principle is one of its basic features, it is equally true that federalism under the Indian Constitution leans in favour of a strong Centre, a feature that militates against the concept of strong federalism. Discuss.2014 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Federalism
- What does ethics seek to promote in human life? Why is it all the more important in Public Administration?2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics in Public Administration
- Gandhara sculpture owed as much to the Romans as to the Greeks. Explain.2014 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Gandhara Sculpture
- While we flaunt India’s demographic dividend, we ignore the dropping rates of employability. What are we missing while doing so? Where will the jobs that India desperately needs come from? Explain.2014 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Employability
- Are the standardized tests good measure of academic ability or progress?2014 · Essay · Education · Standardized Testing
- There is also a point of view that Agricultural Produce Market Committees set up under State Acts have not only impeded the development of agriculture but also have been the cause of food inflation in India. Critically examine.2014 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · APMC and Food Inflation
- Taxila university was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different disciplines. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda, it is not considered as a university in the modern sense. Discuss.2014 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Taxila University
- In the context of defence services, patriotism demands readiness to even lay down one’s life in protecting the nation. According to you, what does patriotism imply in everyday civil life? Explain with illustrations and justify your answer.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Patriotism
- The Powers, Privileges and Immunities of Parliament and its Members as envisaged in Article 105 of the Constitution leave room for a large number of un-codified and un-enumerated privileges to continue. Assess the reasons for the absence of legal codification of parliamentary privileges. How can this problem be addressed?2014 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Privileges
- Words are sharper than the two-edged sword.2014 · Essay · Ethics · Words and Violence
- What do you understand by the concept freedom of speech and expression? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do films in India stand on a slightly different plane from other forms of expression? Discuss.2014 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Freedom of Speech
- What do you understand about probity in public life? What are the difficulties in practicing it in the present times? How can these difficulties be overcome?2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Probity
- The third battle of Panipat was fought in 1761. Why were so many empire-shaking battles fought at Panipat?2014 · Mains GS1 · History · Third Battle of Panipat
- In the villages itself no form of credit organization will be suitable except the cooperative society. Discuss this statement in the background of agricultural finance in India. What constraints and challenges do financial institutions supplying agricultural finance face? How can technology be used to better reach and serve rural clients?2014 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agricultural Finance
- Sufis and medieval mystic saints failed to modify either the religious ideas and practices or the outward structure of Hindu/Muslim societies to any appreciable extent. Comment.2014 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Sufis and Mystic Saints
- Was it the policy paralysis or the paralysis of implementation which slowed the growth of our country?2014 · Essay · Governance · Policy Paralysis
- The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 has come into effect from 1st January 2014. What are the key issues which would get addressed with the Act in place? What implications would it have on industrialization and agriculture in India?2014 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Land Acquisition Act
- Instances of President’s delay in commuting death sentences has come under public debate as denial of justice. Should there be a time specified for the President to accept or reject such petitions? Analyse.2014 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Death Sentence Commutation
- Integrity without knowledge is weak and useless, but knowledge without integrity is dangerous and dreadful. What do you understand by this statement? Explain your stand with illustrations from modern day context.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Integrity and Knowledge
- The size of the cabinet should be as big as governmental work justifies and as big as the Prime Minister can manage as a team. How far is the efficacy of a government inversely related to the size of the cabinet? Discuss.2014 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Cabinet Size
- Examine critically the various facets of economic policies of the British in India from mid-eighteenth century till independence.2014 · Mains GS1 · History · British Economic Policies
- Capitalism has guided the world economy to unprecedented prosperity. However, it often encourages short-sightedness and contributes to wide disparities between rich and poor. In this light, would it be correct to believe and adopt capitalism for bringing inclusive growth in India? Discuss.2014 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Capitalism and Inclusive Growth
- Human beings should always be treated as ends in themselves and never as means. Explain the meaning and significance of this statement, giving its implications in the modern techno-economic society.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Human Dignity
- Is sting operation an invasion on privacy?2014 · Essay · Ethics · Sting Operation and Privacy
- Which eminent personality has inspired you the most in the context of ethical conduct in life? Give the gist of his/her teachings. Giving specific examples describe how you have been able to apply these teachings for your own ethical development.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Inspiration
- In what ways did the naval mutiny prove to be the last nail in the coffin of British colonial aspirations in India?2014 · Mains GS1 · History · Naval Mutiny
- Explain how Public Private Partnership arrangements, in long gestation infrastructure projects, can transfer unsustainable liabilities to the future. What arrangements need to be put in place to ensure that successive generations’ capacities are not compromised?2014 · Mains GS3 · Infrastructure · PPP Liabilities
- Though 100 percent FDI is already allowed in non-news media like a trade publication and general entertainment channel, the Government is mulling over the proposal for increased FDI in news media. What difference would an increase in FDI make? Critically evaluate the pros and cons.2014 · Mains GS2 · Governance · FDI in News Media
- Fifty Golds in Olympics: Can this be a reality for India?2014 · Essay · Sports · Olympics
- What were the major political, economic and social developments in the world which motivated the anti-colonial struggle in India?2014 · Mains GS1 · World History · Anti-colonial Struggle
- The setting up of a Rail Tariff Authority to regulate fares will subject the cash-strapped Indian Railways to demand subsidy for obligation to operate non-profitable routes and services. Taking into account the experience in the power sector, discuss if the proposed reform is expected to benefit consumers, Indian Railways or private container operators.2014 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Rail Tariff Authority
- National Urban Transport Policy emphasises on moving people instead of moving vehicles. Discuss critically the success of various strategies of the Government in this regard.2014 · Mains GS3 · Infrastructure · Urban Transport
- There is a heavy ethical responsibility on public servants because they occupy positions of power, handle huge public funds, and their decisions have wide-ranging impact on society and environment. What steps have you taken to improve your ethical competence to handle such responsibility?2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Competence
- Tourism: Can this be the next big thing for India?2014 · Essay · Economy · Tourism
- Foreign Direct Investment in the defence sector is now set to be liberalized. What influence is this expected to have on Indian defence and economy in the short and long run?2014 · Mains GS3 · Economy · FDI in Defence
- National Human Rights Commission in India can be most effective when its tasks are adequately supported by other mechanisms that ensure accountability of government. Assess the role of NHRC as an effective complement to judiciary and other institutions in promoting and protecting human rights standards.2014 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · NHRC
- The current society is plagued with widespread trust-deficit. What are the consequences of this situation for personal well-being and societal well-being? What can you do at the personal level to make yourself trustworthy?2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Trust Deficit
- What were the events that led to the Suez Crisis in 1956? How did it deal a final blow to Britain’s self-image as a world power?2014 · Mains GS1 · World History · Suez Crisis
- The New Economic Policy – 1921 of Lenin had influenced the policies adopted by India soon after independence. Evaluate.2014 · Mains GS1 · World History · New Economic Policy
- The penetration of Self Help Groups in rural areas in promoting participation in development programmes is facing socio-cultural hurdles. Examine.2014 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Self Help Groups
- Scientific research in Indian universities is declining because a career in science is not as attractive as business professions, engineering or administration, and universities are becoming consumer-oriented. Critically comment.2014 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Scientific Research
- It is often said that poverty leads to corruption. However, there are many instances where affluent and powerful people indulge in corruption in a big way. What are the basic causes of corruption among people? Support your answer with examples.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corruption
- How does patriarchy impact the position of a middle-class working woman in India?2014 · Mains GS1 · Society · Patriarchy
- Can overuse and free availability of antibiotics without doctor’s prescription be contributors to the emergence of drug-resistant diseases in India? What are the available mechanisms for monitoring and control? Critically discuss the issues involved.2014 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Drug Resistance
- What factors affect the formation of a person’s attitude towards social problems? In our society, contrasting attitudes are prevalent about many social problems. What contrasting attitudes do you notice about the caste system? How do you explain the existence of these contrasting attitudes?2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Attitude and Caste
- Do government schemes for uplifting vulnerable and backward communities by protecting required social resources for them lead to their exclusion in establishing businesses in urban economies?2014 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Vulnerable Communities
- Why do some of the most prosperous regions of India have an adverse sex ratio for women? Give your arguments.2014 · Mains GS1 · Society · Sex Ratio
- What does accountability mean in the context of public service? What measures can be adopted to ensure individual and collective accountability of public servants?2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Accountability
- An athlete participates in Olympics for personal triumph and nation’s glory; victors are showered with cash incentives by various agencies on return. Discuss the merit of state-sponsored talent hunt and cultivation as against the rationale of a reward mechanism as encouragement.2014 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Sports Policy
- In a globalized world, Intellectual Property Rights assume significance and are a source of litigation. Broadly distinguish between copyrights, patents and trade secrets.2014 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · IPR
- Should premier institutes like IITs and IIMs be allowed to retain premier status, have more academic independence in designing courses, and decide mode or criteria of selection of students? Discuss in light of growing challenges.2014 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Higher Education Autonomy
- Should the pursuit of carbon credits and clean development mechanisms set up under UNFCCC be maintained even though there has been a massive slide in the value of carbon credit? Discuss with respect to India’s energy need for economic growth.2014 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Carbon Credits
- We are witnessing increasing instances of sexual violence against women in the country. Despite existing legal provisions, the number of such incidences is on the rise. Suggest some innovative measures to tackle this menace.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Sexual Violence
- The life cycle of a joint family depends on economic factors rather than social values. Discuss.2014 · Mains GS1 · Society · Joint Family
- There is increasing thrust on economic development and increasing concern about environmental degradation caused by development. Many times there is direct conflict between development activity and environmental quality. Discuss strategies to eliminate this conflict and lead to sustainable development.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Development vs Environment
- Discuss the various economic and socio-cultural forces that are driving increasing feminization of agriculture in India.2014 · Mains GS1 · Society · Feminization of Agriculture
- Drought has been recognized as a disaster in view of its spatial expanse, temporal duration, slow onset and lasting effects on vulnerable sections. With focus on the September 2010 guidelines from NDMA, discuss the mechanisms for preparedness to deal with likely El Nino and La Nina fallouts in India.2014 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Drought and NDMA
- Has the cadre-based Civil Services organization been the cause of slow change in India? Critically examine.2014 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Civil Services Cadre System
- How do the Indian debates on secularism differ from the debates in the West?2014 · Mains GS1 · Society · Secularism
- A close friend aspiring for civil services raises doubts about whether individual ethical conduct matters in an unethical environment, whether a small ethical minority can be effective, whether ethics hampers development, and whether small gratifications improve motivation. Critically analyse these viewpoints and advise your friend.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Ethical Conduct in Public Service
- Two parallel run schemes of the Government, Aadhaar and NPR, one voluntary and the other compulsory, have led to debates and litigation. On merits, discuss whether both schemes need to run concurrently. Analyse their potential to achieve development benefits and equitable growth.2014 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Aadhaar and NPR
- Environmental Impact Assessment studies are increasingly undertaken before a project is cleared by the Government. Discuss the environmental impact of coal-fired thermal plants located at coal pitheads.2014 · Mains GS3 · Environment · EIA and Thermal Plants
- With respect to the South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes and rising tension affirm the need for safeguarding maritime security to ensure freedom of navigation and overflight throughout the region. In this context, discuss the bilateral issues between India and China.2014 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · South China Sea
- The diverse nature of India as a multi-religious and multi-ethnic society is not immune to the impact of radicalism which has been in her neighborhood. Discuss along with strategies to be adopted to counter this environment.2014 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Radicalism
- Most of the unusual climatic happenings are explained as an outcome of the El Nino effect. Do you agree?2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · El Nino
- You are an honest officer transferred to a remote department known for inefficiency. After disciplining troublemakers, they instigate a woman employee to file a sexual harassment complaint against you. Evaluate possible options and suggest the best course of action with reasons.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · False Complaint and Discipline
- You are CEO of a company manufacturing equipment for a government department. Your bid is better in quality and cost, but the concerned officer demands a hefty bribe. Getting the order is important but you do not want to give bribe. Present arguments for both sides and outline a better third way if possible.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Bribe for Tender
- Why are the world’s fold mountain systems located along the margins of continents? Bring out the association between the global distribution of fold mountains and the earthquakes and volcanoes.2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Fold Mountains
- The aim of Information Technology Agreements is to lower all taxes and tariffs on information technology products by signatories to zero. What impact would such agreements have on India’s interests?2014 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Information Technology Agreement
- International civil aviation laws provide all countries complete and exclusive sovereignty over the airspace above their territory. What do you understand by airspace? What are the implications of these laws on the space above this airspace? Discuss the challenges and suggest ways to contain the threat.2014 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Airspace
- Rameshwar joins civil services and finds misappropriation of funds, misuse of official facilities, and cheating in recruitment exams. Seniors advise him to keep quiet. He seeks your advice. Indicate options, evaluate them and choose the most appropriate path.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Malpractices in Department
- Some international funding agencies have special terms for economic participation stipulating that a substantial component of aid be used for sourcing equipment from leading countries. Discuss the merits of such terms and whether there is a strong case not to accept such conditions in the Indian context.2014 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Aid Conditions
- Explain the formation of thousands of islands in Indonesian and Philippines archipelagos.2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Island Arcs
- How does illegal trans-border migration pose a threat to India’s security? Discuss the strategies to curb this and bring out the factors which give impetus to such migration.2014 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Illegal Migration
- Migration of rural people to towns and cities is increasing drastically, causing serious problems in both rural and urban areas. Analyse socio-economic, emotional and attitudinal factors, explain different migration patterns, and suggest feasible steps to control the problem.2014 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Rural-Urban Migration
- In 2012, the longitudinal marking of the high-risk areas for piracy was moved from 65° East to 78° East in the Arabian Sea by the International Maritime Organisation. What impact does this have on India’s maritime security concerns?2014 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Maritime Piracy
- Tropical cyclones are largely confined to South China Sea, Bay of Bengal and Gulf of Mexico. Why?2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Tropical Cyclones
- India has recently signed to become a founding member of New Development Bank and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. How will the role of the two banks be different? Discuss the strategic significance of these two banks for India.2014 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · NDB and AIIB
- Bring out the relationship between the shrinking Himalayan glaciers and the symptoms of climate change in the Indian sub-continent.2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Himalayan Glaciers
- WTO is an important international institution where decisions affect countries in a profound manner. What is the mandate of WTO and how binding are its decisions? Critically analyse India’s stand on the latest round of talks on food security.2014 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · WTO and Food Security
- China and Pakistan have entered into an agreement for development of an economic corridor. What threat does it pose for India’s security? Critically examine.2014 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
- Whereas the British planters had developed tea gardens all along the Shivaliks and Lesser Himalayas from Assam to Himachal Pradesh, in effect they did not succeed beyond the Darjeeling area. Explain.2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Tea Gardens
- Why did the Green Revolution in India virtually bypass the eastern region despite fertile soil and good availability of water?2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Green Revolution
- Account for the change in the spatial pattern of the Iron and Steel industry in the world.2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Iron and Steel Industry
- Critically evaluate the various resources of the oceans which can be harnessed to meet the resource crisis in the world.2014 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Ocean Resources
- How does India see its place in the economic space of rising natural resource rich Africa?2014 · Mains GS1 · International Relations · Africa and Resources
- Though not very useful from the point of view of a connected political history of South India, the Sangam literature portrays the social and economic conditions of its time with remarkable vividness. Comment.2013 · Mains GS1 · History · Sangam Literature
- The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law, which was legislated but with a different intention?2013 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Anti-defection Law
- What do you understand by ‘values’ and ‘ethics’? In what way is it important to be ethical along with being professionally competent?2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Values and Ethics
- Be The Change You Want To See In Others – Gandhiji2013 · Essay · Ethics · Personal Change
- With a consideration towards the strategy of inclusive growth, the new Companies Bill, 2013 has indirectly made CSR a mandatory obligation. Discuss the challenges expected in its implementation in right earnest. Also discuss other provisions in the Bill and their implications.2013 · Mains GS3 · Economy · CSR and Companies Bill
- Is The Colonial Mentality Hindering India’s Success?2013 · Essay · History · Colonial Mentality
- Discuss the Tandava dance as recorded in the early Indian inscriptions.2013 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Tandava Dance
- What were the reasons for the introduction of Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003? Discuss critically its salient features and their effectiveness.2013 · Mains GS3 · Economy · FRBM Act
- Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution.2013 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Section 66A
- What do you understand by the following terms in the context of public service: Integrity, Perseverance, Spirit of service, Commitment, Courage of conviction?2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Service Attributes
- GDP (Gross Domestic Product) Along with GDH (Gross Domestic Happiness) Would Be The Right Indices For Judging The Well-being Of A Country2013 · Essay · Governance · Well-being Indices
- Indicate two more attributes which you consider important for public service. Justify your answer.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Service Attributes
- Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss.2013 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Chola Architecture
- What is the meaning of the term ‘tax expenditure’? Taking housing sector as an example, discuss how it influences the budgetary policies of the government.2013 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Tax Expenditure
- Recent directives from Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas are perceived by the ‘Nagas’ as a threat to override the exceptional status enjoyed by the State. Discuss in light of Article 371A of the Indian Constitution.2013 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Article 371A
- Some people feel that values keep changing with time and situation, while others strongly believe that there are certain universal and eternal human values. Give your perception in this regard with due justification.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Human Values
- Science and Technology Is The Panacea For The Growth and Security Of The Nation.2013 · Essay · Science & Technology · Growth and Security
- ‘The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution.’ Discuss critically.2013 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Constitutional Amendment
- Defying the barriers of age, gender and religion, the Indian women became the torch bearer during the struggle for freedom in India. Discuss.2013 · Mains GS1 · History · Women in Freedom Struggle
- The Food Security Bill is expected to eliminate hunger and malnutrition in India. Critically discuss various apprehensions in its effective implementation along with the concerns it has generated in WTO.2013 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Food Security Bill
- Several foreigners made India their homeland and participated in various movements. Analyze their role in the Indian struggle for freedom.2013 · Mains GS1 · History · Foreigners in Freedom Struggle
- What is emotional intelligence and how can it be developed in people? How does it help an individual in making ethical decisions?2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Emotional Intelligence
- Many State Governments further bifurcate geographical administrative areas like Districts and Talukas for better governance. In light of the above, can it also be justified that more number of smaller States would bring in effective governance at State level? Discuss.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Smaller States
- What are the different types of agriculture subsidies given to farmers at the national and at state levels? Critically analyse the agricultural subsidy regime with reference to the distortions created by it.2013 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Agriculture Subsidies
- In many ways, Lord Dalhousie was the founder of modern India. Elaborate.2013 · Mains GS1 · History · Lord Dalhousie
- What do you understand about the term ‘voice of conscience’? How do you prepare yourself to heed to the voice of conscience?2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Voice of Conscience
- Constitutional mechanisms to resolve the inter-state water disputes have failed to address and solve the problems. Is the failure due to structural or process inadequacy or both? Discuss.2013 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Inter-state Water Disputes
- India needs to strengthen measures to promote the pink revolution in food industry for ensuring better nutrition and health. Critically elucidate the statement.2013 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Pink Revolution
- Critically discuss the objectives of Bhoodan and Gramdan movements initiated by Acharya Vinoba Bhave and their success.2013 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence India · Bhoodan and Gramdan
- Examine the impact of liberalization on companies owned by Indians. Are they competing with the MNCs satisfactorily? Discuss.2013 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Liberalization
- Discuss the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission which have been a departure from the previous commissions for strengthening the local government finances.2013 · Mains GS2 · Polity · 13th Finance Commission
- What is meant by ‘crisis of conscience’? Narrate one incident in your life when you were faced with such a crisis and how you resolved the same.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Crisis of Conscience
- Write a critical note on the evolution and significance of the slogan “Jai Jawan Jai Kisan”.2013 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence India · Jai Jawan Jai Kisan
- There is enough on this earth for every one’s need but for no one’s greed. Mahatma Gandhi.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Gandhi Quotation
- The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services strengthens the case for the merger of the two regulatory agencies, namely SEBI and IRDA. Justify.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Regulatory Merger
- Establish the relationship between land reforms, agriculture productivity and elimination of poverty in the Indian economy. Discuss the difficulties in designing and implementation of agriculture-friendly land reforms in India.2013 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Land Reforms
- The concept of Mid Day Meal scheme is almost a century old in India with early beginnings in Madras Presidency in pre-independent India. The scheme has again been given impetus in most states in the last two decades. Critically examine its twin objectives, latest mandates and success.2013 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Mid Day Meal Scheme
- Discuss the rationale for introducing Goods and Services Tax in India. Bring out critically the reasons for the delay in roll out for its regime.2013 · Mains GS3 · Economy · GST
- Nearly all men can withstand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power. Abraham Lincoln.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Power and Character
- Discuss the contribution of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad to pre-and post independent India.2013 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence India · Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
- Pressure group politics is sometimes seen as the informal face of politics. With regards to the above, assess the structure and functioning of pressure groups in India.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Pressure Groups
- Analyse the circumstances that led to Tashkent Agreement in 1966. Discuss the highlights of the agreement.2013 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence India · Tashkent Agreement
- Write a note on India’s green energy corridor to alleviate the problem of conventional energy.2013 · Mains GS3 · Energy · Green Energy Corridor
- I count him braver who overcomes his desires than he who overcomes his enemies. Aristotle.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Self-control
- The legitimacy and accountability of Self Help Groups and their patrons, the micro-finance outfits, need systematic assessment and scrutiny for the sustained success of the concept. Discuss.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Self Help Groups
- The good of an individual is contained in the good of all. What do you understand by this statement? How can this principle be implemented in public life?2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Good of All
- Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive role in the emergence of Bangladesh.2013 · Mains GS1 · Post-Independence India · Emergence of Bangladesh
- Adoption of the PPP model for infrastructure development of the country has not been free of criticism. Critically discuss pros and cons of the model.2013 · Mains GS3 · Infrastructure · PPP Model
- Bring out the circumstances in 2005 which forced amendment to section 3(d) in the Indian Patent Law, 1970. Discuss how it has been utilized by Supreme Court in its judgment rejecting Novartis patent application for Glivec. Discuss briefly the pros and cons of the decision.2013 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Patent Law and Glivec
- It is often said that politics and ethics do not go together. What is your opinion in this regard? Justify your answer with illustrations.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Politics and Ethics
- The Central Government frequently complains on the poor performance of the State Governments in eradicating suffering of the vulnerable sections of the society. Restructuring of Centrally sponsored schemes across the sectors for ameliorating the cause of vulnerable sections of population aims at providing flexibility to the States in better implementation. Critically evaluate.2013 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Centrally Sponsored Schemes
- “Latecomer” Industrial revolution in Japan involved certain factors that were markedly different from what west had experienced.2013 · Mains GS1 · World History · Industrial Revolution in Japan
- What do you understand by fixed dose drug combinations? Discuss their merits and demerits.2013 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Fixed Dose Combinations
- Electronic cash transfer system for the welfare schemes is an ambitious project to minimize corruption, eliminate wastage and facilitate reforms. Comment.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Cash Transfer
- Africa was chopped into states artificially created by accident of European competition. Analyse.2013 · Mains GS1 · World History · Scramble for Africa
- A Public Information Officer has received an application under RTI Act. Having gathered the information, the PIO discovers that the information pertains to some of the decisions taken by him, which were found to be not altogether right. There were other employees also who were party to these decisions. Disclosure of the information is likely to lead to disciplinary action with possibility of punishment against him as well as some of his colleagues. Non-disclosure or part disclosure or camouflaged disclosure of information will result in lesser punishment or no punishment. The PIO is otherwise an honest and conscientious person but this particular decision turned out to be wrong. Evaluate the suggested options and indicate what you would advise, giving proper reasons.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · RTI Disclosure
- The basis of providing urban amenities in rural areas is rooted in establishing connectivity. Comment.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · PURA
- What do you understand by Umpire Decision Review in cricket? Discuss its various components. Explain how silicon tape on the edge of a bat may fool the system.2013 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Decision Review System
- You are working as an Executive Engineer in the construction cell of a Municipal Corporation and are in-charge of construction of a flyover. Surprise inspection reveals serious deviations likely to affect safety. Rectification would require demolition, rework, loss to contractor and delay. The Chief Engineer advises ignoring the lapse to complete the project in time. Evaluate possible options and suggest your course of action with reasons.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Flyover Safety
- American Revolution was an economic revolt against mercantilism. Substantiate.2013 · Mains GS1 · World History · American Revolution
- What policy instruments were deployed to contain the great economic depression?2013 · Mains GS1 · World History · Great Depression
- What is digital signature? What does its authentication mean? Give various salient built-in features of a digital signature.2013 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Digital Signature
- Sivakasi in Tamil Nadu is known for firecracker and match manufacturing clusters. On visiting a household-based unit, you notice 10-15 children below 14 years of age, and the owner claims they are relatives though this is not satisfactorily established. Bring out the ethical issues involved and state your reaction after the visit.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Child Labour in Sivakasi
- Identify the Millennium Development Goals that are related to health. Discuss the success of the actions taken by the Government for achieving the same.2013 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · MDGs and Health
- Though Citizen’s charters have been formulated by many public service delivery organizations, there is no corresponding improvement in the level of citizens’ satisfaction and quality of services being provided. Analyse.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Citizen’s Charters
- Discuss the various social problems which originated out of the speedy process of urbanization in India.2013 · Mains GS1 · Society · Urbanization
- How does the 3D printing technology work? List out the advantages and disadvantages of the technology.2013 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · 3D Printing
- You are heading a leading technical institute. Before an interview for professors, the Personal Secretary of a senior government functionary seeks your intervention in favour of a close relative and links it to approval of pending modernization funds. What options are available to you? Evaluate each and choose the option you would adopt with reasons.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Academic Selection Pressure
- A national Lokpal, however strong it may be, cannot resolve the problems of immorality in public affairs. Discuss.2013 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Lokpal
- What is an FRP composite material? How are they manufactured? Discuss their applications in aviation and automobile industry.2013 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · FRP Composite
- “Male membership needs to be encouraged in order to make women’s organizations free from gender bias.” Comment.2013 · Mains GS1 · Society · Women’s Organizations
- As a senior officer in the Finance Ministry, you have confidential information about policy decisions likely to impact the housing and construction industry. Your immediate superior asks you to disclose it to a builder. What options are available to you? Evaluate each and choose the option you would adopt with reasons.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Confidential Policy Information
- The proposed withdrawal of the International Security Assistance Force from Afghanistan in 2014 is fraught with major security implications for the countries of the region. Examine in light of the fact that India is faced with a plethora of challenges and needs to safeguard its own strategic interests.2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Afghanistan and ISAF Withdrawal
- You are the Executive Director of an upcoming Infotech Company. A star performer is accused by a female colleague of misconduct, indecent messages, undesirable advances and inappropriate touching. She resigns and leaves your office. What options are available to you? Evaluate each and choose the option you would adopt with reasons.2013 · Mains GS4 · Ethics Case Study · Workplace Harassment
- Critically examine the effect of globalization on the aged population in India.2013 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalization and Aged Population
- What are the consequences of illegal mining? Discuss the Ministry of Environment and Forest’s concept of GO and NO-GO zones for the coal mining sector.2013 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Illegal Mining
- Growing feeling of regionalism is an important factor in the generation of demand for a separate State. Discuss.2013 · Mains GS1 · Society · Regionalism
- What do you understand by ‘The String of Pearls’? How does it impact India? Briefly outline the steps taken by India to counter this.2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · String of Pearls
- Enumerate the National Water Policy of India. Taking river Ganges as an example, discuss the strategies which may be adopted for river water pollution control and management and handling of hazardous wastes in India.2013 · Mains GS3 · Environment · National Water Policy
- What do you understand about the theory of continental drift? Discuss the prominent evidences in its support.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Continental Drift
- Economic ties between India and Japan, while growing in recent years, are still far below their potential. Elucidate the policy constraints which are inhibiting this growth.2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Japan Economic Ties
- Article 244 of Indian Constitution relates to administration of Scheduled Areas and Tribal Areas. Analyze the impact of non-implementation of the provisions of Fifth Schedule on the growth of Left Wing Extremism.2013 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Fifth Schedule and LWE
- How far are India’s internal security challenges linked with border management, particularly in view of the long porous borders with most countries of South Asia and Myanmar?2013 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Border Management
- The recent cyclone on the east coast of India was called “Phailin”. How are tropical cyclones named across the world? Elaborate.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Cyclone Naming
- The protests in Shahbag Square in Dhaka in Bangladesh reveal a fundamental split in society between the nationalists and Islamic forces. What is its significance for India?2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Shahbag Protests
- Money laundering poses a serious threat to country’s economic sovereignty. What is its significance for India and what steps are required to be taken to control this menace?2013 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Money Laundering
- Discuss the political developments in Maldives in the last two years. Should they be of cause of concern to India?2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Maldives
- Bring out the causes for the formation of heat islands in the urban habitat of the world.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Heat Islands
- In respect of India-Sri Lanka relation, discuss how domestic factors influence foreign policy.2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Sri Lanka Relations
- What is social networking site and what security implications do these sites present?2013 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Social Networking Sites
- What do you understand about the phenomenon of temperature inversion in meteorology? How does it affect the weather and habitants of the place?2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Temperature Inversion
- What is meant by Gujral doctrine? Does it have any relevance today? Discuss.2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Gujral Doctrine
- Cyber warfare is considered by some defense analysts to be a larger threat than even Al Qaeda or terrorism. What do you understand by Cyber warfare? Outline the cyber threats which India is vulnerable to and bring out the state of the country’s preparedness to deal with the same.2013 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Warfare
- Major hot deserts in the northern hemisphere are located between 20-30 degrees north and on the western side of the continents. Why?2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Hot Deserts
- The World Bank and the IMF, collectively known as the Bretton Woods Institutions, are the two intergovernmental pillars supporting the structure of the world’s economic and financial order. Superficially, the World Bank and the IMF exhibit many common characteristics, yet their roles, functions and mandates are distinctly different. Elucidate.2013 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Bretton Woods Institutions
- Bring out the causes for more frequent landslide in the Himalayas than in Western Ghats.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Himalayan Landslides
- How important are vulnerability and risk assessment for pre-disaster management? As an administrator, what are key areas that you would focus on in a disaster management system?2013 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Risk Assessment
- There is no formation of deltas by rivers of the Western Ghats. Why?2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Western Ghats Rivers
- Do you agree that there is a growing trend of opening new sugar mills in the southern states of India? Discuss with justification.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Sugar Industry
- Analyze the factors for highly decentralized cotton textile industry in India.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Cotton Textile Industry
- With growing scarcity of fossil fuels, atomic energy is gaining more and more significance in India. Discuss the availability of raw material required for the generation of atomic energy in India and in the world.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Atomic Energy Resources
- It is said that India has substantial reserves of shale oil and gas, which can feed the needs of the country for a quarter century. However, tapping of the resource does not appear to be high on agenda. Discuss critically the availability and issues involved.2013 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Shale Oil and Gas