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Odisha, located on the eastern coast of India, is bounded by the Bay of Bengal to the east, West Bengal to the northeast, Jharkhand to the north, Chhattisgarh to the west, and Andhra Pradesh to the south. The state’s geography is marked by four major regions: the coastal plains, the central tableland, the Eastern Ghats, …

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1. Write an essay (of 800–1000 words) on any one of the following topics: (a) The role of education in shaping a better society. (b) The digital age: A personal boon or a social bane? (c) The role of youth in shaping the future of society. (d) We are the change we seek. Ans: (a) …

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Group-A (Attempt any 10 out of 12 | Word Limit: 250 | Marks: 15 each) 1. Explain the mechanism of Indian monsoons highlighting its impact on different physiographic regions. Answer: The Indian monsoon system is a seasonal wind pattern that brings life-sustaining rainfall to the Indian subcontinent. This complex atmospheric phenomenon is driven by differential …

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Group-A (Attempt any 10 out of 12 | Word Limit: 250 | Marks: 15 each) 1. What are volcanoes? Discuss the major causes of volcanic eruptions across the world. Answer: Volcanoes are geological formations where molten rock (magma), volcanic gases, and pyroclastic materials are expelled from the Earth’s interior through openings or vents in the Earth’s …

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Download Question Paper  1. Write short notes on the following: (a) The Indian Councils Act, 1861 Ans: The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was a landmark legislative reform introduced by the British in response to the administrative challenges following the Revolt of 1857. It aimed to strengthen colonial governance by involving Indians in a limited …

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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 …

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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, …

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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 …

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