Download Question Paper of OPSC Main Exam 2020 GS Paper I 1. Do you consider that the impact of medieval mystic saints and Sufi poets were rather ephemeral on the deep-seated structure of Indian Society? Ans: The impact of medieval mystic saints and Sufi poets on Indian society was significant but not entirely ephemeral, as …
Attempt all Questions | 3 Hours | 300 Marks Questions (150 words each) Justify India’s neutrality over the Ukraine invasion by Soviet Russia. Examine the Nuclear Energy Policy of India. Discuss the structure and functions of World Trade Organisation (WTO). What is the dispute settlement mechanism under WTO? Justify the replacement of the erstwhile Planning …
OPSC Main Exam 2022 GS Paper I Question Paper Answer the following questions in about 150 words each (Marks: 10): 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 …
Group-A (Attempt all | Word Limit: 300 | Marks: 20 each) 1. Explain the major determinants of ethical actions with suitable examples. OR Explain specific ethical practices in the personal, organizational and public spheres and practices that are binding to all spheres by citing examples of great administrators. 2. Integrity is all-inclusive. Elaborate on it, …
Group-A (Attempt all questions | Word Limit: 300 | Marks: 20 each) 1. Assess the environmental and human health impacts of plastic pollution. Examine the sources, distribution and persistence of plastic pollutants in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Discuss potential strategies and technological innovations for mitigating plastic pollution and promoting sustainable waste management practices. 2. Investigate …
Group – A (Attempt all questions | Word Limit: 300 | Marks: 20 each) (a) Explain the concept of Accountability.(b) Examine the dimensions of Accountability for Good Governance. (a) Examine the background of the Sarkaria Commission.(b) Discuss the major recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission. (a) Explain Article 35A of the Indian Constitution.(b) “Revocation of Special …
Q. What do you understand by the term climate resilience? What is the need for it? Ans: Climate resilience refers to the capacity of individuals, communities, ecosystems, and systems to anticipate, absorb, adapt to, and recover from the adverse impacts of climate change. It goes beyond mere survival—it involves bouncing forward by transforming development pathways …
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Q. What is geoinformatics? What are its advantages in planning in various sectors? Ans: Geoinformatics is an interdisciplinary field that integrates geography, computer science, and data analytics to collect, process, analyze, and visualize spatial (geographic) data. It encompasses technologies like Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and spatial databases, enabling informed …
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Q. Will the ageing population be a problem in India? If not, what are the problems you foresee in the age structure of the Indian population? Ans: India is undergoing a demographic transition, with its elderly population (60+ years) projected to double from 10.5% in 2022 to over 20% by 2050. While ageing itself is …
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Q. What is precision agriculture? Will it be possible in Indian agriculture? Ans: Precision agriculture is a modern farming approach that uses technology and data analytics to optimize agricultural inputs—such as water, fertilizers, and pesticides—based on site-specific needs. It aims to enhance productivity, sustainability, and resource efficiency by tailoring farm management practices to the variability …
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