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Paper I ( 2015)
1. The ancient civilization in India
sub-continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its
culture and traditions have been preserved without a breakdown to the present
day. Comment.
2. 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.
3. How different would have been the
achievement of Indian independence without Mahatma Gandhi? Discuss.
4. Mahatma Gandhi and Dr.B.R Ambedkar,
despite having divergent approaches and strategies, had a common goal of
amelioration of the downtrodden. Elucidate.
5. It would have been difficult for the
Constituent Assemble to complete its historic task of drafting the Constitution
for Independent India in just three years but for the experience gained with
the Government of India Act, 1935, Discuss?
6. 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?
7. To what extent can Germany be held
responsible for causing the two World wars? Discuss critically.
8. Describe any four cultural elements
of diversity in India and rate their relative significance in building a
national identity.
9. Critically examine whether growing
population is the cause of poverty OR poverty is the main cause of population
increase in India.
10. 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?
11. Discuss the changes in the trends
of labour migration within and outside Indian in the last four decades.
12. Discuss the positive and negative
effects of globalization on women in India?
13. Debate the issue of whether and how
contemporary movements for assertion of Dalit identity work towards annihilation
of caste.
14. Explain the factors responsible for
the origin of ocean currents. How do they influence regional climates, fishing
and navigation?
15. 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?
16.
India is well endowed with fresh water resources. Critically examine why it
still suffers from water scarcity.
17. The states of Jammu and Kashmir,
Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are reaching the limits of their ecological
carrying capacity due to tourism. Critically evaluate.
18. How far do you agree that the
behaviour of the Indian monsoon has been changing due to humanizing landscapes?
Discuss.
19. Smart cities in India cannot
sustain without smart villages. Discuss this statement in the backdrop of rural
urban integration
20.
What are the economic significances of discovery of oil in Arctic Sea and its
possible environmental consequences?