GS-1 · Distribution of key Natural Resources (world, S. Asia, Indian subcontinent)
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India is well endowed with fresh water resources. Critically examine why it still suffers from water scarcity.
How important are vulnerability and risk assessment for pre-disaster management? As an administrator, what are key areas that you would focus on in disaster management? Drought has been recognised as a disaster in view of its spatial expanse, temporal duration, slow onset and lasting effect on various vulnerable sections.
Seawater intrusion in the coastal aquifers is a major concern in India. What are the causes of seawater intrusion and the remedial measures to combat this hazard?
Examine the factors responsible for depleting groundwater in India. What are the steps taken by the government to mitigate such depletion of groundwater?
Explain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India.
What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society?
What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features of Vedic society are still prevailing in Indian society?
What was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism?
How did the colonial rule affect the tribals in India and what was the tribal response to the colonial oppression?
Bring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries of the world.