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APSC Mains 2016 History (Paper II) 106 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

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APSC Mains 2016 History (Paper II)

106 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

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106 marks worth questions were asked in APSC Mains 2016 – History Paper 2 which were asked in our APSC Mains Test Series 2017 (History Optional).

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APSC Mains 2016 History - Paper II

PART – A

Answer any eight from the following questions (each within 250 words) : 20 x 8 = 160

Q1. Discuss the Reformation in England. How far was it different from the Reformation in Germany? 12 + 8=20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 8: Q2. (12 Marks)

Q2. What were the relations of the first two Stuart Kings with the Parliament? What were its results? 12+ 8 = 20

Q3. Why did England enter the War of Spanish Succession? What did she gain by the Treaty of Ultrecht? 10 +10 =20

Q4. Analyse the causes responsible for the outbreak of the French Revolution in 1789. What was the contribution of the French philosophers in the revolution? 12 + 8 = 20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 5: Q2. (8 Marks)

Q5. Examine the factors that led to the downfall of Napoleon Bonaparte with special reference to the Continental System. 10 + 10 = 20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 8: Q13. (10 Marks)

Q6. Discuss the causes for the rise and growth of the Fascism in Italy. What was the contribution under Benito Mussolini? 12 + 8 = 20

Q7. Who was Lenin? What role did he play in the rise of USSR? 80+12=20

Q8. Critically analyse the causes of the Revolution of 1848. What were its consequences? 14+6=20

Q9. What were the causes of the Second World War (1939-1945)? What were it’s effects on world politics? 12+8 = 20
Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 8: Q9. (20 Marks)

Q10. Trace the growth of the Nationalist Movement in China. How far did it influence the Japanese Policy towards China? 8+12=20

Q11. Assess the role of the UNO as an instrument for the establishment of world peace. 20

Q12. How did the growth of Japanese Militarism rupture international peace and stability? 20

PART – B

Answer any five from the following questions (each within 150 words): 8 x 5=40

Q13. How did the Industrial Revolution affect the socio-economic fabric of the people of England? 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test SeriesTest 4: Q10 (8 Marks) (Similar Qs)

Q14. What do you mean by the ‘Metternich Era’? What led to its fiasco? 3+5=8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 5: Q12 (8 Marks)

Q15. Assess the services rendered by Mustafa Kamal Pasha to the cause of the Modernisation of Turkey. 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 6: Q9 (8 Marks)

Q16. Why is Sun Yat-sen known as the founding father of the Republic of China? 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 8: Q10 (8 Marks)

Q17. Discuss critically the Reign of Terror under the Jacobins Club in France. 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 8: Q6 & Test 5: Q2 (8 Marks)

Q18. Evaluate the aims and objectives of the League of Nations. 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 8: Q3 (8 Marks) (Similar Qs)

Q19. Describe briefly the reasons which led to a Civil War in Spain in 1936. 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 6: Q6 (8 Marks)

Q20. Critically assess the causes of the failure of Disbarment between 1920 and 1939. 8

A total questions worth 106 Marks in APSC CC(Mains) Exam 2016 – History Paper 2, were matched with the questions of our APSC Mains History Test Series.

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APSC Mains 2016 History (Paper I) 70 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

Posted on January 14, 2019September 25, 2021 by admin

APSC Mains 2016 History (Paper I)

70 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

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70 marks worth questions were asked in APSC Mains 2016 – History Paper 1 which were asked in our APSC Mains Test Series 2017 (History Optional).

APSC Mains 2016 History - Paper I

PART – A

Answer any eight questions from the following within 250 words each: 20 x 8 = 160

Q1. Discuss the important features of the Indus Valley Civilization. Explain the economic and religious life of the Indus people. 10 + 5 +5=20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 7: Q1. (10 Marks) (Partially)

Q2. Trace the emergence and growth of the Caste system in the Rigvedic Period. Account for the expansion of this system in the Later Vedic Period. 12+ 8 = 20

Q3. Estimate the place of Asoka in history. What changed did he bring about in the administrative system of the Mauryas? 10 +10 =20

Q4. Discuss the emergence of Magadha as a powerful State and contribution of Chandragupta Maurua in this regard. Throw some light on his military administration. 5+ 10 + 5 = 20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 1: Q3. (5 Marks)

Q5. Make an assessment of Samudragupta’s military expeditions which established him as a great conqueror. Do you find any difference between his Northern and Southern Policy in exerting his dominance over the States he conquered? 10 + 10 = 20

Q6. Who were the Pallavas? Analyze their contributions towards the art and cultural history of Southern India. 5 + 15 = 20

Q7. What were the causes for the decline of the Mughal Empire? To what extent was Aurangazeb responsible for the downfall of the Mughal Empire? 15 + 5 = 20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 2: Q8. (15 Marks)

Q8. Discuss the causes and results of the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War. 12 + 8 = 20

Q9. Explain on what ground Warren Hastings may be regarded as the real founder of British Empire in India. What were the factors leading to his impeachment? 15 + 5 = 20

Q10. Discuss the role of Maharaja Ranjit Singha in uniting the Sikhs as a Nation and in establishment of Sikh State. What were the factors leading to the downfall of the Sikhs? 10+10 =20

Q11. What is ‘Doctrine of Lapse’? How it worked as a main tool in curbing the independence of the Indian native States? How far this policy may be held responsible for the outbreak of Sepoy Mutiny in 1857? 5 + 10 + 5 =20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 3: Q8. (5 Marks)

Q12. Explain the causes for starting the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1921. How were the people of India involved in this movement as a whole? Under what circumstances this movement has to be withdrawn? 10+5+5 =20

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 7: Q10. (15 Marks)(Partially)

PART – B

Answer any five questions from the following within 150 words each: 8 x5=40

Q13. Explain the market control policy and military administration of Ala-ud-din Khilji. 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 2: Q3 (8 Marks)

Q14. Briefly discuss Muhammad Ghori’s invasions of India. 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 2: Q9 (8 Marks)

Q15. Discuss the different social reform measures undertaken by Lord William Bentinck.

Q16. What do you know about the Bhakti Movement in India and how the name of Mahapurush Sri Srimanta Sankardeva was associated with it? 8

Question from our APSC Mains History Test Series Test 2: Q5 (4 Marks)

Q17. Discuss the contribution of Lord Ripon to the field of Indian education. 8

Q18. Discuss the importance of the Treaty of Yandaboo in the North-East Polity of the British. 8

Q19. Examine the role of Subhash Chandra Bose and the NIA in India’s struggle of freedom. 8

Q20. What role did play by the newly educated Indian intelligentsia and press in awakening of a new India during the British Rule? 4 + 4 =8

A total questions worth 70 Marks in APSC CC(Mains) Exam 2016 – History Paper 1, were matched with the questions of our APSC Mains History Test Series.

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APSC Mains 2016 Pol. Science (Paper II) 165 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

Posted on January 12, 2019September 25, 2021 by admin

APSC Mains 2016 Political Science (Paper II)

165 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

Definitely, one of the best strategy to score good marks in APSC Mains Exam Political Science Paper is to join our APSC Mains 2018 Test Series – Political Science.

165 marks worth questions were asked in APSC Mains 2016 – Political Science Paper 2 which were asked in our APSC Mains Test Series 2017 (Pol. Sc. Optional).

Among many aspirants, 9 APSC 2017 successful aspirants (including Rank 1 Maria Tanim) had enrolled in our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series and were able to achieve enough marks to succeed the APSC 2016 Exam with flying colours. We are dedicated to continue the same quality and make the APSC Mains Test Series 2018 more useful for the preparation of APSC Mains Political Science optional paper.

APSC Mains 2016 Political Science - Paper II

PART – A

Answer any eight questions from the following within 250 words each: 20 x 8 = 160

Q1. Discuss the framing of the Constitution of India with special reference to the role of the Constituent Assembly. Trace the sources of the Constitution.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: Q1. (12 Marks)

Q2. Discuss the ideals enshrined in the Preamble of the Constitution. To what extent have these ideals and principles succeeded in establishing socio-economic and political justice in India?

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: PART B (c) (12 Marks)

Q3. Critically evaluate the Fundamental Rights enshrined in the Constitution. Discuss the relevance and importance of the Right to Constitutional Remedies.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: Q4 & Test 8: Q6 (12 M)

Q4. What are the reasons for incorporation of the Directive Principles in the Constitution? Examine the relevance and importance of these principles in the functioning of the State.
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: PART B (a) (8 Marks)

Q5. Discuss the role of the President of India in the law-making process, with special reference to the President’s power to promulgate ordinances. Examine the relationship between the President and the Parliament.
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: Q8 (8 Marks) (Similar Q)

Q6. Discuss the process of formation of the Union Council of Ministers. Examine the differences between the Cabinet and the Council of Ministers. Discuss the relationship between the Prime Minister and the Union Council of Ministers in the Indian context.

Q7. Discuss the powers and functions of the Indian Parliament. In what respects is the Lok Sabha more powerful than the Rajya Sabha? Discuss the special powers of Rajya Sabha.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: Q8 (10 Marks) (Similar Q)

Q8. Discuss the functioning of local self-government in Assam. What are the problems faced by the Panchayat system in the State? Examine the remedies for these problems.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 4: Q9 & Test 8: Q9 (20 Marks)

Q9. Examine the main features of American federalism. Discuss the provisions of checks and balance in the US federal system.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 6: Q6 (8 Marks)

Q10. “The Crown is a bundle of sovereign powers, prerogatives and rights – a legal ideas.” Discuss the powers and functions of the British Crown in the light of this statement. How is the existence of monarchy justified in the present times?
Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 4: Q8 (15 Marks) (Similar Q)

Q11. What is a budget? Discuss the principles of budgeting in India. Examine the role of the Finance Ministry in budget preparation in India.

Q12. Discuss the role of the United Nations in peace-keeping operations in the post-Cold War era. Critically evaluate the extent to which the UN has succeeded in conflict-resolution in recent times.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 4: Q1 & Test 8 PART B (e) (20 Marks) (Similar Q)

PART – B

Answer any five questions from the following (each within 150 words):

Q13. Discuss the role of the Governor as the constitutional head of a State. Do you think that the Governor acts as an agent of the Central Government?

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: Q9 & Test 8: Q4 (8 Marks)

Q14. Examine the role of the Supreme Court in India as a protector of the Constitution, with special reference to the court’s power of judicial review.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 2: Q9 & Test 3: Q5 (8 Marks)

Q15. Discuss the role of bureaucracy in social and economic development in India.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 4: Q6 (8 Marks)

Q16. Discuss the significance of the constitutional provisions relating to Centre-State relations in India.

Q17. Discuss the role of the UNESCO in promoting educational and scientific cooperation in various parts of the world.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 4: PART B(c) & Test 8: PART B(g) (8 Marks)

Q18. Critically examine the emergency powers of the President of India.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 3: Q7 (8 Marks)

Q19. Discuss the recommendations of the Singhvi Committee regarding Panchayati Raj.

Q20. Examine the role of the International Court of Justice in solving international disputes.

A total questions worth 165 Marks in APSC CC(Mains) Exam 2016 – Polity Paper 2, were matched with the questions of our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series.

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APSC Mains 2016 Pol. Science (Paper I) 122 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

Posted on January 12, 2019September 25, 2021 by admin

APSC Mains 2016 Political Science (Paper I)

122 Marks from Adhikary Education Mains Test Series

Definitely, one of the best strategy to score good marks in APSC Mains Exam Political Science Paper is to join our APSC Mains 2018 Test Series – Political Science.

122 marks worth questions were asked in APSC Mains 2016 – Political Science Paper 1 which were asked in our APSC Mains Test Series 2017 (Pol. Sc. Optional).

APSC Mains 2016 Political Science - Paper I

PART – A

Answer any eight questions from the following within 250 words each: 20 x 8 = 160

Q1. Define the term Political Science. Discuss the nature and scope of Political Science.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 1: Q5. (15 Marks)

Q2. Discuss the importance of study of Political Science. Discuss its relationship with other Social Sciences.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 7: Q8. (15 Marks)

Q3. What are the different approached to the study of Political Science? Discuss in detail the legal approach to the study of Political Science.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 5: Q1. (5 Marks)

Q4. Discuss the social contract theory with reference to Hobbes, Locke and Rousseau.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 1: Q3. (20 Marks)

Q5. What are the main ideas of individualism? Discuss the arguments in defence of the individualist theory of State.

Q6. What do you mean by a Welfare State? Discuss the functions of Welfare State.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 7: Q9. (20 Marks)

Q7. Why is India called quasi-federation? Give reasons for your answer.

Q8. Discuss the necessity of a constitution in a democracy. Discuss the features of a totalitarian government.

Q9. Write the difference between Parliamentary and Presidential form of government? Which government is best suited for India?

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 2: Q1&Q6. (15 Marks)

Q10. What do you mean by the term Executive? Discuss the powers and functions of Executive.

Q11. Discuss Montesquieu’s contribution to the theory of separation of powers. How far this theory is applicable in India?

Q12. What is delegated legislation? Discuss the merits and defects of unicameral legislature.

PART – B

Answer any five questions from the following within 150 words each:

Q13. Discuss the significance of Judicial Review.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 2: Q9 (8 Marks)

Q14. What do you mean by Sovereignty? Discuss the difference between legal and political sovereignty.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 1: Q2 (8 Marks)

Q15. Discuss Aristotle theory on Revolution.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 1: Q10 (8 Marks)

Q16. Discuss Plato’s conception of justice. What are the demerits of Platonic Justice?

Q17. Discuss Gandhi’s views on Ideal State.

Q18. Discuss J.S. Mill’s views on Liberty.

Q19. Write the difference between power and authority.

Question from our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series Test 5: Q7 (8 Marks)

Q20. Discuss Marxian theory of Democracy.

A total questions worth 122 Marks in APSC CC(Mains) Exam 2016 – Polity Paper 1, were matched with the questions of our APSC Mains Political Science Test Series.

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APSC Mains – Sociology previous years Question Papers

Posted on January 4, 2019December 29, 2022 by admin

APSC Mains Sociology Previous years Question Papers

APSC Mains 2015 – History Question Paper I & II

It’s very important that we know the definite trend of question being recently asked in the Mains Exam. Thus, the History Paper I & Paper II of 2015 is given here, to give you a better idea of the areas/topics more question appears in the exam.

HISTORY PAPER I

Analyse the features of urban civilization in the harappan culture.what were the factors responsible for its decline
What were srenis under mauryan administration.Assess their role in the development of mauryan economy
“review samudragupta military expeditions.to what extent did he succeed in the extension of gupta political sway in india”
bring out the salient features of Harshavardhana s administration.What was his contribution to the changing agrarian economy
“Examine the market regulation of Alauddin khalji.To what extend did it strengthen the economy under the khalji rule”
Discuss Akbar s religious policy.Was it borne out of political consideration or was it inspired by higher motives

In what ways were Aurangzeb’s Rajput policy different for that of his predeccessors.What were the consequence
Compare the teachings of kabir and nanak.What impact they have on indian society and culture
Critically examine the factors behind the introduction of subsidiary alliance system.To what extent did it contribute to british paramountcy in india
“Examine the main features of the Doctrine of Lapse.IN what way was its application by Dalhousie responsible for revolt of 1857”
Make an economic critique of colonialism.Explain dadabhai naoroji ‘s drain theory in this context
Discuss the circumstances leading to the Quit India movement.Examine its significance
write briefly on Megasthene account.What light did it throw on the administration of Chandragupta Maurya
Discuss the Cultural and trade contact of India with the outside world during the Gupta period
describe the chola village assemblies.To what extent were they democratic in nature
why did the Arabs invade sind?what was its outcome
What were chauth and sardeshmukhi? Examine their significance
Highlight the salient features of Ranjit singhs adminstration.Why did the Sikh power collapse after his death
“Briefly state the underlying motives behind the introduction of the permanent Zamindari system.What was its impact on the peasantry”
why did Gandhi take up salt tax as an issue during the civil disobedience movement?Was he able to attain his objective

HISTORY PAPER II

Discuss the religious policy of Queen Elizabeth 1.what were the challenges that she faced in this regard
“examine the foreign policy of oliver Cromwell.Do you agree with the view that it seriously disturbed the balance of powers in europe”
Analyze the causes that led to the industrial revolution in England.What are its impact
Form an estimate of robert Walpole.Why did he eventually fall from power
what was the charist Movement.Explain the significance
Examine the causes of the French Revolution(1789).To what extent was it a challenge to the old regime of france
What was the edict of emancipation issued bt Tzar Alexander 2 in 1858.what was the result of emancipation
discuss the role of cavour in the unification of Italy.Compare his contribution to mazzing Garibaldi
Evaluate the treaty of Versailles.To what extent did it the seeds of world war 2
asses the three point programme of Sun yat sen.What impact did it have on china
Analyse the reforms iniated by Mustafa kamal.What was his major achievements
Account for the growth of Nazism in Germany.Discuss nature of the Nazi Government under Hitler
“Trace the origin of the cabinet system of government of England. how did the reform bill of 1832 clarify the base principles of the cabinet systems”
Discuss Bismarck’s policy of ‘blood and Iron ‘.to what extent was it successful
why did the United states of America enter world war 1?whta impact did it have on the course of the war
discuss the importance of the Crimean war in European History.Did it bring about an era of change
who was General Franco?trace his rise to power
Why was world war 2 described as ‘total war ‘?how did it differ from earlier war
what are the main objectives of the UNO ? What are its principal organs
write a short note on japan ‘s attack of pearl harbour.

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