GS Paper 1

UPSC Mains 2025 General Studies I

Q. Discuss the salient features of the Harappan architecture.

Q. Examine the main aspects of Akbar’s religious syncretism.

Q. The sculptors filled the Chandella artform with resilient vigor and breadth of life.” Elucidate.

Q. How are climate change and sea level rise affecting the very existence of many island nations?

Q. What are non-farm primary activities? How are these activities related to physiographic features in India? Discuss with suitable examples.

Q. Explain briefly the ecological and economic benefits of solar energy generation in India with suitable examples.

Q. What are Tsunamis ? How and where are they formed ? What are their consequences ? Explain with examples.

Q. How does smart city in India, address the issues of urban poverty and distributive justice ?

Q. The ethos of civil service in India stand for the combination of professionalism with nationalistic consciousness – Elucidate.

Q. Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture ? Justify your answer.