UPSC 2013 previous-year questions linked to current affairs

Bring out the causes for more frequent landslides in the Himalayas than in Western Ghats.

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Discuss the various social problems that originated out of the speedy process of urbanization in India.

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Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution.

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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.

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The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution. Discuss critically.

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Electronic cash transfer system for the welfare schemes is an ambitious project to minimize corruption, eliminate wastage and facilitate reforms. Comment.

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Though Citizens' 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.

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Discuss the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission which have been a departure from the previous commissions for strengthening the local government finances.

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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.

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In respect of India-Sri Lanka relations, discuss how domestic factors influence foreign policy.

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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?

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What are the consequences of illegal mining? Discuss the Ministry of Environment and Forests' concept of GO AND NO GO zones for coal mining sector.

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