OGS Paper-1 [Year: 2021]
Q1
Would it be correct to say that the people of Odisha continuously rebelled against British domination? Comment.
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Q2
Maratha domination over Odisha in the second half of the 18th century left the people dissatisfied even while it regenerated the culture. Comment.
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Q5
Explain the term Welfare State. Discuss to what extent India fulfills the criteria of being a welfare state.
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Q6
Mission Karmayogi is aimed at building a future ready Civil Servant with the right attitude, skills and knowledge, aligned to the vision of New India. Discuss.
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Q8
What are some of the recent legal pronouncements related to the rights of sexual minorities in India?
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Q9
"In India, the agriculture and allied sectors is the third largest emitter of greenhouse gas after energy and manufacturing sectors." What changes India should make to achieve carbon efficient agriculture?
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Q12
The social reform movements of Colonial India were only concerned with the condition of women and little else. Comment.
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Q14
Give a geographical account of natural resources of Odisha with respect to minerals and forests resources.
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Q15
The efficacy of the collegium system has been challenged time to time in terms of its independence and transparency of judicial appointments. Examine.
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Q16
There is a need to abolish the sedition law on the ground that it is used to curb freedom of expression and speech. Discuss.
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Q17
Discuss India's contribution towards net-zero carbon emissions and what more India can do to achieve its goal of net-zero by 2070.
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Q18
What do you understand by Uniform Civil Code? Examine its relevance for a secular country like India and the challenges in its implementation.
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