Write answers to these Questions, Review others’ Answer, Ask Doubts and Discuss
Q1. Discuss the main provision of the Article 370 of the Indian Constitution with respect to the State of Jammu and Kashmir. (250 Words)
Q2. Write a short essay on NRC in Assam. (250 Words)
Q3. The Treaty of Yandabo in 1826 marks the end of the First Anglo-Burmese War. Discuss the main features of the Treaty. (250 Words)
Q4. Discuss the role of Rani Gaidinliu and Kanaklata Baruah in India’s freedom fight. (100 Words)
NOTE: Learners please write the answers and review others’ answer , which will ultimately improve the answer writer, reviewer and most importantly the answer itself.
Write answers to these Questions, Review others’ Answer, Ask Doubts and Discuss
Q1. Discuss the Phulaguri uprising of 1861 and Patharughat uprising of 1894. (250 Words)
Q2. Discuss India’s achievements in the field of Space Science and Technology. How the application of this technology has helped India in its socio-economic development? (250 Words)
Q3. Evaluate the economic and strategic significance of India’s Look East Policy. (250 Words)
Q4. Write a short note on Assam Sahitya Sabha. (100 Words)
NOTE: Learners please write the answers and review others’ answer , which will ultimately improve the answer writer, reviewer and most importantly the answer itself.
Practicing Answer writing is a must for all (who already have been writing answers and those who have not even started writing.
Tips for writing better Answer (to fetch good marks in General studies Papers in APSC Mains exam)
Understanding the question – Understood what the question ask, so that you can write only relevant points and opinion to the same. ( Never beat around the bush, if you know the exact answer ).
Organise Answers well – Answers should be organised well according to the question. If Question is in many parts, try to break answers also in parts or at-least put it in the logical order of the question.
Use important points and keywords – This will help not to deviate from the central point. Some questions have two parts. Here aspirants should answer the two parts in an organized manner with a logical flow.
Maintain the word limit – This is very important. Always try to stick to the word limits directed by the question paper. If word limit not mentioned, generally try to put answers in (Marks x 10) words, i.e. for 10 Marks = 10×10 = 100 words.
Logical Flow – For large essay type questions, try to impart flow like introduction, body, conclusion.
Point-wise – Try to keep answers in point-wise like bullet-listing ( if possible) and facts that support their viewpoint or main argument in the answer.
Types of questions asked in APSC Mains Exam
Elaborate: In this type of question candidates are required to explain in details the main point/concept in question in detail. Don’t give your personal views.
Discuss: Elaborate and bring out the pros and cons or both sides of the question.
Elucidate: They are required to make the question clear or explain or elaborate in detail. Candidates’ views on the matter are not required in this type of questions.
Critically Examine: Candidate should observe or analyse the main idea of the question and associate merits and demerits and bring a definite conclusion in their answer.
Express your views: This type of questions require candidates’ unique perspective. Candidates show express their clear views supported with relevant facts.
This initiative is created to motivate serious APSC Assam civil service aspirants to practise answer writing to improve performance in the APSC CC (Mains) Exam. Questions covering mostly of dynamic sections of GS syllabus are posted regularly. Learners please write the answers and review others’ answer, which will ultimately improve the answer writer, reviewer and most importantly the answer itself.
Write answers to these Questions, Review others’ Answer, Ask Doubts and Discuss
Q1. India recently invited leaders of 10 ASEAN nation as guests of honor at the Republic Day. Discuss the importance of India’s relationship with ASEAN countries. (250 Words)
Q2. What do you Understand by Big Data? Discuss its relevance in governance policy formulation. (250 Words)
Q3. Explain the major challenges Indian Economy is facing currently. Also discuss some measures to overcome those challenges. (250 Words)
NOTE: Learners please write the answers and review others’ answer , which will ultimately improve the answer writer, reviewer and most importantly the answer itself.
