OGS-1 PYQs 2021-22

  1. Would it be correct to say that the people of Odisha continuously rebelled against British domination? Comment.
  2. Maratha domination over Odisha in the second half of the 18th century left the people dissatisfied even while it regenerated the culture. Comment.
  3. Discuss the location and distribution of Iron and Steel Industries in India.
  4. Explain various geographical and human factors for industrial location in Odisha.
  5. Explain the term Welfare State. Discuss to what extent India fulfills the criteria of being a welfare state.
  6. 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.
  7. Explain the Demographic dividend in the context of India.
  8. What are some of the recent legal pronouncements related to the rights of sexual minorities in India?
  9. "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?
  10. Examine the steps taken by Government of India to safeguard our National Heritage.
  11. Were the disturbances of 1857 a mere mutiny or a war of independence?
  12. The social reform movements of Colonial India were only concerned with the condition of women and little else. Comment.
  13. Give an account on the Himalayan and Peninsular River System of India.
  14. Give a geographical account of natural resources of Odisha with respect to minerals and forests resources.
  15. The efficacy of the collegium system has been challenged time to time in terms of its independence and transparency of judicial appointments. Examine.
  16. There is a need to abolish the sedition law on the ground that it is used to curb freedom of expression and speech. Discuss.
  17. Discuss India's contribution towards net-zero carbon emissions and what more India can do to achieve its goal of net-zero by 2070.
  18. What do you understand by Uniform Civil Code? Examine its relevance for a secular country like India and the challenges in its implementation.
  19. Discuss the role of Non-Governmental Organisation in protection of Human Rights.
  20. "Corruption in public life is a threat to Nation's prosperity". Comment.

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