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Evaluate the role of GST policy in balancing revenue generation with economic growth. Should indirect tax reforms prioritize affordability or fiscal stability? Discuss.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it Q6. Evaluate the role of GST policy in balancing revenue generation with economic growth. Should indirect tax reforms prioritize affordability or fiscal stability? Discuss. (15M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DH Why the question: …

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Rapid urban expansion and illegal constructions in ecologically sensitive zones pose serious challenges to sustainable development. Discuss the Environmental implications and suggest policy measures to balance growth ecological integrity.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Disaster and disaster management. Q5. Rapid urban expansion and illegal constructions in ecologically sensitive zones pose serious challenges to sustainable development. Discuss the Environmental implications and suggest policy measures to balance growth ecological integrity. (10M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: The question tests …

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Discuss how rising temperatures across India reflect the changing dynamics of climate variability and its implications for the country’s water and food security.

Topic: Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes Q1. Discuss how rising temperatures across India reflect the changing dynamics of climate variability and its implications for the country’s water and food security. (10M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: The …

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UPSC Editorial Analysis: The Great Nicobar Mega Project

General Studies-3; Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.   Introduction The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are among the world’s most important biological diversity hotspots, home to unique ecosystems — tropical rainforests, mangroves, coral reefs, and rare wildlife species. These islands act as natural carbon reservoirs and climate regulators in the Indian Ocean …

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Operation Golden Sweep

Context: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has launched “Operation Golden Sweep”, cracking down on a transnational gold smuggling syndicate at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. About Operation Golden Sweep: What it is? A strategic intelligence-led operation by DRI aimed at dismantling a global gold smuggling network using transit passengers and airport insiders to …

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UPSC Mains 2025 GS Paper 3 Analysis | Question Paper, Sample Answers & Strategy

UPSC Mains 2025 GS Paper 3 – Detailed Analysis The UPSC Civil Services Mains 2025 Examination continued on 24th August 2025 with General Studies Paper 3 (GS Paper 3). This paper is considered one of the most dynamic in the Mains exam, covering Economy, Agriculture, Environment, Science & Technology, Disaster Management, and Internal Security. With …

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