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Q1) “The Great Depression led to the rise of radical politics and the emergence of new forms of government intervention in the economy.” Comment. (250 Words/15 Marks)

Q1) “The changing nature of revolutionary extremism in the Indian national movement reflected a broader shift in political consciousness.” Substantiate. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Revolutionary extremism refers to a political or social ideology that advocates for radical and revolutionary changes to the existing scheme of things. The Indian national movement was characterized by various forms…

Q1) When it comes to Indian culture, few symbols are as enduring and ubiquitous as the elephant and the lotus. Elaborate this statement with examples. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Symbols are an integral element of the Indian culture and have spiritual, mythological, and representational significance. In India’s rich and diverse cultural background, the importance of…

Q1) Discuss the factors behind distribution of global palm oil production. Why does India depend on palm oil imports despite having conditions suitable for its cultivation? (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Palm oil is a widely produced vegetable oil. It has domestic as well as industrial applications. India imports nearly 60% of its palm oil demand….

Q1) Describe the various types of fronts and their role in formation of extra-tropical cyclones. (250 Words/15 Marks ANS Front can be described as a sloping boundary which separates two opposing air masses having contrasting characteristics in terms of air temperature, humidity, density, pressure, and wind direction. The process of creation of new fronts or…

Q1) Globalization involves a complex exchange of cultural influences, where local identities are transformed by global forces, while global culture in turn is shaped by local identities. Discuss. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS As per Anthony Giddens, globalization can be defined as the intensification of worldwide social relations which link distant localities in such a way…

Q1) “Poverty has a woman’s face.” What do you understand by feminization of poverty? What role can women empowerment play in poverty reduction? (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS The term “feminization of poverty” refers to the disproportionate and increasing burden of poverty that women experience compared to men. Feminization of poverty gives poverty a woman’s face…