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UPPSC Mains 2025 — History Questions with Answers

All 6 History previous-year questions from UPPSC Mains 2025, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.Mauryan Art and Technology

   Comment briefly on the development of art and technology during the Maurya period.

2. Q2.Post-Independence India, Sardar Patel, Unification of India

   Critically analyse the role of Sardar Patel in the Unification of India after Independence.

3. Q3.Indian History (1857-1947), British India

   "The period from 1857 to 1947 was a time of immense change of Indian history". Analyse this statement.

4. Q4.Unification of Germany, Nationalism, Power Politics

   The Unification of Germany is considered as a symbol of the contradiction between the 'ideal of nationalism' and the 'realities of power politics'. In this context, critically examine the paths of unification and its international implications.

5. Q5.Socio-Religious Reform Movements (19th Century) and Women's Issues

   "Women's issue was a major concern in the socio-religious reform movements of 19th century India". Explain.

6. Q6.Extremism vs. Moderates (Indian National Movement)

   'Extremism was a reaction against the ideas and modus operandi of the moderates'. Critically explain this statement.