Mains Answer Writing 28-December-2023 Q1) Describe the reasons that made Britain the birthplace of Industrial Revolution. In what ways the process of industrialization differ across countries? ANSWER Industrial revolution refers to the transformation of industry and economy through the use of new machinery and technologies for production of goods that started in Britain around 1750’s….
Mains Answer Writing 27-December-2023 Q1) How did Italy transform from ‘a geographical expression’ to a nation-state? Evaluate the role of Cavour in the unification of Italy. ANSWER Italy was a state which was strategically very important but could never enjoy the taste of self-rule. Italy was divided into number of smaller states, which restricted the…
Mains Answer Writing 26-December-2023 Q1) “World War I was an inevitable catastrophe waiting to happen, resulting from the interplay of longterm structural, cultural, and political factors.” Elucidate. ANSWER World War I was a Total War fought between the Central Powers/Triple Alliance (Germany, Austria- Hungary, Italy) and Triple Entente (Britain, France and Russia) between 1914-18. Long-term…
Mains Answer Writing 23-December-2023 Q1) What were the driving forces for the paper partition of Africa? How did it impact the political and social landscape of the continent? The paper partition of Africa refers to the partition of the continent of Africa among the different European powers in the Berlin Conference of 1884, without the…
Mains Answer Writing 22-December-2023 Q1) Among the manifold factors behind the unification of Germany, the realpolitik of Bismarck stands out. Evaluate. ANSWER The unification of Germany refers to the political and administrative integration of Germany into a nation-state under Prussian influence (18 January 1871). Realpolitik refers to political principles based on practicality rather than ideological…
Mains Answer Writing 21-December-2023 Q1) Cities are the engines of economic growth, but they can also be the black holes of the environment. What are some of the key environmental challenges facing urban areas in the 21st century? How should modern cities address these challenges? ANSWER Urbanization is growing in India rapidly. As per a…
Mains Answer Writing 20-December-2023 Q1) What do you understand by footloose industries? Discuss their significance and provide a suitable strategy for the growth of footloose industries in India. Footloose industries are those industries that are not tied to any location and can operate from anywhere. They do not require any specific raw materials or access…
Mains Answer Writing 19-December-2023 Q1) With help of a neat diagram, describe the general atmospheric circulation. Highlight the factors that affect the movement of winds on earth? ANSWER The general atmospheric circulation refers to the large-scale movement of air in the Earth’s atmosphere. It is driven by differences in temperature and pressure between different regions…
Mains Answer Writing 16-December-2023 Q1) Castelessness is a privilege that only a few can afford whose caste privilege has already translated into social, political, and economic capital. Comment. ANSWER Caste system can be referred to as a socio-economic framework for arranging and organizing various social groups in the society. Caste invariably dictates one’s position in…
Mains Answer Writing 15-December-2023 Q1) “If there is one thing that embodies India’s civilizational character, it’s her pluralism.” Explain the significance of pluralism in India’s socio-cultural fabric? How has the Indian civilization managed to sustain its pluralistic character? Give suitable examples in support of your answer. ANSWER Pluralism refers to the peaceful coexistence of different…