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[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Discuss how the changes in shape and sizes of continents and ocean basins of the planet take place due to tectonic movements of the crustal masses. (15 M)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Geography: Give a geographical explanation of the distribution of off-shore oil reserves of the world. How are they different from the on-shore occurrences of oil reserves? (15 Marks)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Discuss the distribution and density of population in the Ganga River Basin with special reference to land, soil and water resources. (15 Marks)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) and drones be effectively used along with GIS and RS techniques in locational and areal planning? (15 Marks)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] The ethos of civil service in India stands for the combination of professionalism with nationalistic consciousness – Elucidate. (10 Marks)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Explain briefly the ecological and economic benefits of solar energy generation in India with suitable examples. (10 Marks)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture ? Justify your answer. (10 Marks)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Achieving sustainable growth with emphasis on environmental protection could come into conflict with poor people’s needs in a country like India. Comment. (15 M)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] How do you account for the growing fast food industries given that there are increased health concerns in modern society? Illustrate your answer with the Indian experience. (15 Marks)
[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] How does a smart city in India address the issues of urban poverty and distributive justice? (10 Marks)
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