Past Questions

Define globalization. How does liberalization induced globalization affect the Indian economy? Discuss the regional distribution of foreign direct investment in India.

Discuss in detail the socio-economic and ecological implications of Green Revolution in India. Examine the regional disparity in the impact of Green Revolution.

Divide India into climatic regions following either Koeppen’s or Thornthwaite’s classification. Bring out the types of natural vegetation in each of the climatic region.

Discuss the importance of regional planning as a development strategy for Northeast India. What role could be played by the North Eastern Council (NEC) in the process of regional development of Northeast India?

Give an account on the reorganisation of Indian States since Independence. Discuss the main factors leading to demand for formation of new States in India.

What are cyclones? Discuss the structure and life cycle of temperate cyclone according to Polar front theory. Describe the distribution of temperate cyclones.

Critically examine the world’s energy crisis. What are the impacts of energy crisis on developing economies like India?

Discuss the factors responsible for circulation of ocean waters. Describe the ocean currents of the Atlantic Ocean.

Discuss the salient features of ‘quantitative revolution’ in Geography. Critically analyse the Von Thunen’s agricultural location theory.

What is deforestation? Highlight the extent and pattern of deforestation in India. Discuss the various measures of conservation of forest resources.

Define urban morphology. Discuss in detail the Concentric zone theory. How does Concentric zone theory differs from Sector theory?

Discuss the concept, benefits and initiatives of e-Governance in India.

Briefly discuss the main Recommendations of the Punchhi Commission (2010) on Centre-State relations for transforming Indian federal system.

Write a note on Right to Education Act (RTE) 2009.

Discuss the role of NGOs in supplementing the developmental task of the governmental agencies in Mizoram.

Comment on India’s contribution to Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) and its contemporary relevance.

Discuss the problems involved in implementation of Right to Information Act in India and make suggestions to overcome the problems.

Discuss the role of IMF in the global monetary system.

Examine the characteristic features and role of bureaucracy in India.

Discuss the salient features of Indian Constitution with special reference to Parliamentary form of Government.

Discuss India’s relations with ASEAN in the context of the recent Act East Policy.

“Central Social Welfare Board (CSWB) was set up with the object of promoting welfare activities for women, children and the handicapped through voluntary organisations.” In the light of this statement, discuss the vision and mission, organisation and functions of CSWB.

What according to you are the developmental issues relating to the state of Mizoram? Suggest measures to address those.

Discuss the salient features of Indus Valley Civilization.

Critically assess the role of M.K.Gandhi in the shaping of modern India.