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UPSC CSE Mains 2018 — Indian Society Questions with Answers

All 10 Indian Society previous-year questions from UPSC CSE Mains 2018, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.Diversity & Integration

   "Caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, the caste system cannot be eradicated in India." Comment.

2. Q2.Social Issues

   "Despite the implementation of various programmes for eradication of poverty by the government in India, poverty is still existing." Explain by giving reasons.

3. Q3.Diversity & Integration

   How is the Indian concept of secularism different from the western model of secularism? Discuss.

4. Q4.Social Change

   Discuss whether the formation of new states in recent times is beneficial or not for the economy of India.

5. Q5.Diversity & Integration

   Why was indentured labour taken by the British from India to other colonies? Have they been able to preserve their cultural identity over there?

6. Q6.Urbanization

   "The ideal solution of depleting ground water resources in India is water harvesting system." How can it be made effective in urban areas?

7. Q7.Social Issues

   Mention the core strategies for the transformation of aspirational districts in India and explain the nature of convergence, collaboration and competition for its success.

8. Q8.Women & Gender

   "Women's movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata." Substantiate your view.

9. Q9.Urbanization

   "Globalization is generally said to promote cultural homogenization but cultural specificities appear to be strengthened in Indian society." Elucidate.

10. Q10.Diversity & Integration

    "Communalism arises either due to power struggle or relative deprivation." Argue by giving suitable illustrations.