UPSC Mains Post-Independence India
Previous Year Questions (PYQs)

Linguistic reorganization of Indian States was driven by popular pressure from below. Comment.

Trace India's consolidation process during early phase of independence in terms of polity, economy, education and international relations.

Assess the main administrative issues and socio-cultural problems in the integration process of Indian Princely States.

The model of planned economy was adopted in India to address the regional imbalances left behind by colonial rule. Comment.

The New Economic Policy – 1921 of Lenin had influenced the policies adopted by India soon after independence. Evaluate.

Critically discuss the objectives of Bhoodan and Gramdan movements initiated by Acharya Vinoba Bhave and their success.

Write a critical note on the evolution and significance of the slogan "Jai Jawan Jai Kisan".

Analyze the circumstances that led to the Tashkent Agreement in 1966. Discuss the highlights of the Agreement.

Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive role in the emergence of Bangladesh.