Page-119 of UPSC Questions

Explain why Germany was successful in the Second World War up to the end of 1941, but suffered ultimate defeat in 1945.

By the end of September 1939, Germany and Russia had occupied Poland. After five months Germany without much resistance occupied Denmark and Norway. Major successes came in May when Belgium, France and Holland were knocked out of the war. Many ..

India is developing as a state of fear for the journalists as there are increased number of attacks on journalists. Comment.

Indian media is having a stroke of irony as there is a time when there are constant attacks on journalists when the media boasts of being not subservient to power. Even the huge victories registered by some politicians were not ..

Can the principles of epistemology enhance ethical decision-making in public administration? Discuss with suitable examples.

Yes, the principles of epistemology can enhance ethical decision-making in public administration. Epistemology, the branch of philosophy concerned with the nature, sources, and limits of knowledge, offers valuable insights that can guide public administrators in making sound and ethically justified ..

In the light of risks posed by hazardous chemicals (HAZCHEM) in India, examine India’s preparedness in Chemical Disaster Management (CDM).

India has a thriving chemical industry, as well as other heavy industries that are reliant on chemical engineering operations. Iron and steel, thermal power, refrigeration plants and fertilizer industries are among these. In the light of various chemical disasters happened ..

Describe the current state of India-Sri Lanka ties in the wake of Gotabaya Rajapaksa becoming the new Sri Lankan President and how can India repair those ties in order to maximize our interests?

Following the election of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as the President of Sri Lanka, the Indian foreign establishment in New Delhi has moved quickly and taken certain measures to repair the damages to India-Sri Lanka ties and to get ahead of the ..

"Despite of heavy public expenditure on canals, our governments have not been able to reduce the groundwater depletion."Critically examine the issue.

Hint: The key reason is widening gap between irrigation potential created and actually utilized. The gap is increasing because of several reasons such as slow pace of CAD works depletion of professional staff in state irrigation agencies paucity of non ..

“The Cost Risk structure in Indian agriculture must be paid attention while framing policies.” Discuss.

The agriculture practice in India has been there since the time of the Indus Valley Civilization. About 50% of the workforce in India is associated with agricultural sectors that contribute to 17% of India’s GDP. Several risk factors are associated ..

The Bhim Aadhaar Pay system allows money transfers using biometrics even without phones. How does it work? What are main advantages of this payment system?

The BHIM Aadhaar platform and application seek to minimize the role of plastic cards and point of sale machines, which hitherto are believed to be essential for cashless transaction.  Under this, a customer has to link his bank account with ..

"Though the Mizo Accord has been most successful agreement with insurgents in India yet the Hmar insurgency finds its roots in the same accord. Who are Hmars and why they are restive?"Discuss.

The Hmars are a group of tribal people living in three states of North East India-Assam, Manipur and Mizoram. Although the Hmar identity is strong enough, the Mizos in general consider them as a part of their broader community or ..

Critically analyze how the Bhava-Rasa theory, as expounded by Abhinavagupta, has shaped the understanding and appreciation of Indian art.

The Bhava-Rasa theory is a fundamental concept in Indian art, particularly in the fields of classical Indian dance, music, and drama. It explores the emotional and aesthetic experiences evoked in the audience through the portrayal of different emotions by the ..