Mains Specials

1 Traditional Medicine

2 Traditional Indian Textiles

3 Vaikom Satyagraha (Completed 100 Years)

4 Dravidian Movement

5 Tipu Sultan: Legacy and Controversies

1 Role of Culture in Indian Tourism

2 Indian Martial Arts

1 Linguistic diversity proved to be a source of social and political conflict after independence. Discuss. Has the formation of linguistic states strengthened unity in India?

2 From establishing supremacy over trade to the collection of land revenue, there was a clear time frame between the British economic policies. Explain.

3 Mangroves protect life and property during natural calamities like cyclones and they act as a biodiversity hotspot. In this context, explain the importance of mangroves in coastal ecosystems and examine the reasons for their decline.

4 The Indian monsoon has historical and cultural significance in the traditions and customs of the people of India. Explain this statement with suitable examples.

5 ‘In the past decades, education and economic modernization have changed the direction of social change in the Indian society’. Discuss.

6 Although the Indian parliamentary system is based on the Westminster model, there are many notable differences between the Indian and the British Parliament. Explain.

7 Simultaneous elections for the Centre and the States will help the Indian polity focus on policy matters. Discuss.

8 India's criminal justice system needs a complete overhaul. Discuss the recommendations of the Malimath Committee in this regard.

9 India’s chairmanship of the G20 provides an opportunity to share the views and aspirations of the countries of the Global South. Discuss the challenges in engaging with the Global South in this regard.

10 Explain the characteristics of cooperatives in India and their importance in rural development with examples.

11 Critically examine the role of Foreign Direct Investment in Indian economy and its impact on various sectors.

12 India's Public Distribution System is facing several challenges. Discuss the necessary reforms being taken by the Central and State Governments in this regard.

13 Precise geospatial data play an important role in socio-economic development and security. In this regard, explain the concerns related to the National Geospatial Policy (NGP)-2022 by outlining its aims and objectives.

14 Mentioning the causes of human-wildlife conflicts in India, suggest suitable measures to minimize it.

15 Throw light on the problems faced by the Indian Police. Also suggest ways to solve these problems.

16 “The discretionary powers vested in the public authorities are probably the biggest source of unethical practices.” Discuss. To what extent is the Code of Conduct helpful in preventing unethical practices?

17 “Emotional intelligence is essential for effective leadership”. Explain the given statement with reference to the role of emotional intelligence in leadership.

18 Discuss the ethical dilemmas arising out of giving more priority to economic development than environmental protection.

19 “A man without ethics is a wild beast loosed upon this world.” Albert Camus.

20 New ethical concerns have arisen due to the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in decision making process. Discuss.

1 Groundwater Management

2 Western Disturbance and Erratic Rainfall

3 Urban Heat Islands

4 La Nina and Indian Climate

5 Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA)

6 India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem

7 India’s Bioeconomy Potential

8 Anti-Microbial Resistance: Global Health Threat

9 India’s Private Sectors’ Role in Space Sector

10 Geospatial Technology: Application and Challenges

11 Future of Hydrogen in India

12 Conservation of Coastal Ecosystem

13 Wetland Conservation

14 Mission LiFE

15 Mangrove Conservation

16 Renewable Energy: India’s Ambitions & Increasing Footprint

17 Waste Management and Industrial Development

18 Sustainable Land Management

19 Climate Finance: An Indian Perspective

20 Agroforestry

21 Role of Technology in Law Enforcement

22 Digital Connectivity Infrastructure

23 Cyber Security in India

1 Importance of Cooperatives in India

2 National Data Governance Policy: Issues and Advantages

3 India’s Logistics Challenges

4 Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC)

5 Land Monetisation (National Land Monetisation Corporation Set Up)

6 Startup Ecosystem (Nurturing Innovation and Startups in the Country)

7 Tourism in India

8 Holistic development of Horticulture in the country

9 India’s Digital Payment Landscape

10 Healthcare Infrastructure

11 Reform in Multi-Lateral Institutions

12 Methanol Economy

13 Millets Revolution

14 Fintech in India

15 Fertilizer Industry in India

16 Role of Metaverse in India’s E-governance

17 UPI: Jewel amongst India’s Fintech Innovation

1 Minorities in India: Challenges and Safeguards

2 Women in Panchayat: Challenges and Opportunities

3 Same Sex Marriage: Social Challenges and Individual Justice

4 NGOs/CSOs in Governance

5 ​Gender Sensitization

6 Universalization of PDS

7 Maternal & Neo-natal Care

8 Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)

9 Self-Help Group: Role in India’s Socio-Economic Development

10 Abortion Laws in India

11 Rural Sanitation Coverage

12 Cooperatives in India: Challenges and Solutions

13 Local to Global: Promotion of Tribal Products

14 Reinvigorating Sports in Rural Areas

15 Preventive Healthcare in India

1 Social Consequences of Urbanization

2 Nationalism vs. Regionalism

1 Delegated Legislation

2 Judicial Infrastructure in India

3 District Judiciary in India: Challenges and Importance

1 River Water Dispute in India: Problems and Solutions

1 G20 Presidency and India: Scope & Advantages

2 India and the Global South

3 India’s Indo-Pacific Engagements

4 Indian Diaspora in Indian Development

5 Global Supply Chain Resilience

6 India and South Asia: Challenges and Scope in 21st Century

7 India’s Ambition in Central Asia

8 India-SCO: Challenges and Opportunities (India as the Chair of SCO in 2023)

1 Disaster Risk Reduction

2 Disaster Induced Displacement (DID)

1 AI Ethics in Healthcare

2 Social Media and Civil Servants