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UPPSC Mains 2023 — Economy Questions with Answers

All 13 Economy previous-year questions from UPPSC Mains 2023, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.Globalization and Cottage Industry

   Globalization and cottage industry.

2. Q2.Poverty, Unemployment, Indian Economy

   'Unemployment is the only cause for the prevalent poverty in India' – Comment.

3. Q3.Food Processing, Industrial Policy

   Evaluate the policies of the Government of India regarding the promotion of food processing and related industries.

4. Q4.NITI Aayog and Planning Commission

   State the important objectives of NITI Aayog. How are the principles and functions of NITI Aayog different from those of the planning commission? Comment.

5. Q5.Inclusive growth

   Explain the concept of inclusive growth. What are the issues and challenges with inclusive growth in India? Explain.

6. Q6.Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in India

   Describe the various efforts being made in India to achieve the 'Sustainable Development Goals'.

7. Q7.Food security challenges in India

   “Despite various measures to address food security, major challenges remain.” Explain with reference to India.

8. Q8.Public Distribution System (PDS)

   “The Public Distribution System (PDS) has proved to be the most effective instrument of Government policy over the years in stabilizing prices and making food available to consumers at affordable prices.” Explain the statement.

9. Q9.Energy Resources, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Energy

   What steps are being taken to meet the continuously increasing demand of energy resources in India ? Discuss with special reference to renewable and sustainable energy resources.

10. Q10.Money Laundering, Economic Sovereignty, Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

    “Money laundering poses a serious threat to a country's economic sovereignty. Information and communication technology has made it more challenging.” Explain.

11. Q11.Land Reforms, Agricultural Policy

    What are the important challenges faced in the implementation of land reforms in India ? Give your suggestions to remove these challenges.

12. Q12.Public Finance, Budget, Expenditure

    Explain the budget making process of the Government of India. Also explain the difference between plan expenditure and non-plan expenditure.

13. Q13.Infrastructure, Economic Development

    “Infrastructure plays an important role in the economic development of a country.” Discuss.