SIMPLIFYING IAS EXAM PREPARATION

1 IA INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS MAINS MISSION - 2022 SEPTEMBER 2021 INSIGHTSIAS SIMPLIFYING IAS EXAM PREPARATION GS- I | INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS Telegram: Page 2 Youtube: Facebook: Table of Contents Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues.. 8 Bose was of the view that social reforms and the movement for national freedom in india were inextricably related. Elaborate on the Bose s concept of freedom. (250 words) .. 8 Despite the fact that the revolt of 1857 failed, it gave a severe jolt to the British administration in india . The structure and policies of the British were re-established and drastically changed. Explain. (250 words) .. 10 Trace the development of Education in india under the Colonial rule.

2 Discuss the impact of introducing modern education in india by the British. (250 words) .. 12 Raja Ram Mohan Roy is considered as the father of Modern india . Discuss his contributions in making india progressive and rational which set our country on a path of modernity. (250 words) .. 16 The scope of the reform movements was not confined to religion only but included the society as a whole. It gave a vison of a prosperous modern india and subsequently this vision got incorporated in the Indian National Movement. Elaborate. (250 words) .. 18 The discontent among the peasants and tribals often resulted in violent uprisings and a common feature among them was their continuous oppression in various forms, including colonial oppression. Elucidate. (250 words) .. 20 NOTE: Please remember that following answers are NOT model answers.

3 They are NOT synopsis too if we go by definition of the term. What we are providing is content that both meets demand of the question and at the same time gives you extra points in the form of background information. INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS Telegram: Page 3 Youtube: Facebook: The existing rivalry among local powers and the volatile political situation in the region provided a favourable ground for political intervention by the British. Explain the reasons for success of the British against the Indian states. (250 words) .. 22 What was commercialisation of agriculture? Discuss the impact of commercialisation of agriculture on Indian peasants and Indian markets. (250 words) .. 23 Wellesley took a step forward to convert the British Empire in india to British Empire of india .

4 Examine the policies of Wellesley in india . (250 words) .. 25 The land revenue systems of the Permanent Settlement and Mahalwari Settlement, introduced by the British, although distinct on some fronts, had almost the same impact on Indian Agriculture. Explain. (250 words) .. 28 Although the Ghadar movement failed to achieve its stated objectives, it cannot be termed as a failure. Critically Analyze. (250 words) .. 30 In the history of india s national movement, Quit india movement was by far the most radical and most divergent from Gandhian method of mass struggle. Analyse. (250 words) .. 32 As india strengthens its relationship with the west, Russia still remains a very crucial partner for india . Examine the statement in the light of possibility of imposition of Countering America s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) on india by the (250 words, 15 marks).

5 34 The future of SAARC remains bleak but it is in india s interests to take the lead and work collectively towards a secure and prosperous South Asia. Critically Analyse. (250 words, 15 marks) .. 37 In the parliament, debates, discussions and deliberations on important issues facing the country, are the cornerstone of parliamentary democracy. In the light of the statement, evaluate the legislative process in india and suggest steps to make it more robust. (250 words, 15 marks) .. 39 What were the causes that led to the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. Explain as to why india got involved in the war to liberate Bangladesh? (150 words) .. 41 Nehru favoured the policy of integrating the tribal people in Indian society by making them an integral part of the Indian nation, even while maintaining their distinct identity and culture.

6 Elucidate. (250 words, 15 marks) .. 43 The Freedom Struggle its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country.. 45 Though puzzling for many, Gandhi s strategy to keep the issue of salt issue as a core aspect of civil disobedience movement was well thought, carefully calibrated and its appeal was universal. Substantiate. (250 words) .. 45 Explain the spread of the civil disobedience movement in terms of popular response and regional patterns across india . (250 words) .. 47 Indian leaders resented the inefficacy of the government of india Act 1935 in politically and economically empowering Indians but nevertheless gave it a try. Elucidate. (250 words) .. 49 For the Indians, world war-II provided the opportunity to revive the anti-colonial movement and mass struggle politics but decided against such opportunism.

7 Discuss the nationalist response to the outbreak of world war-II. (250 words) .. 52 INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS Telegram: Page 4 Youtube: Facebook: The Quit india Movement stands apart from the earlier movements in terms of the spirit and enthusiasm that it infused in the leaders as well ordinary people to support indigenous institutions and structures of power. Explain. (250 words) .. 53 What are the legacies of Indian National Movement? Analyse the weaknesses and limitations of the legacies of the nationalist movement in india . (250 words) .. 59 Indian leaders resented the inefficacy of the government of india Act 1935 in politically and economically empowering Indians but nevertheless gave it a try. Elucidate. (150 words, 10 marks) .. 62 Although the Ghadar movement failed to achieve its stated objectives, it cannot be termed as a failure.

8 Critically Analyze. (150 words, 10 marks) .. 64 Though puzzling for many, Gandhi s strategy to keep the issue of salt issue as a core aspect of civil disobedience movement was well thought, carefully calibrated and its appeal was universal. Substantiate. (150 words, 10 marks) .. 66 Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.. 67 The Partition of india was one of the largest, most abrupt, unplanned and tragic transfer of population that human history has known. Examine the impact of partition on india . (250 words) .. 67 The relentless diplomacy and persuasion used by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel made the dream of united india a reality. Discuss. (250 words) .. 70 Nehru favoured the policy of integrating the tribal people in Indian society by making them an integral part of the Indian nation, even while maintaining their distinct identity and culture.

9 Elucidate. (250 words) .. 75 What were the causes behind the formation of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)? What role did india play in its conception? Evaluate the successes and limitations of NAM in achieving of its stated objectives. (250 words) .. 77 The Sino-Indian War of 1962 had many consequences and india moved from an idealistic foreign policy to practical one. Analyse. (250 words) .. 79 The Green Revolution and the benefits that accrued out of it helped transform the Indian economy from a state of food deficient country to a food surplus one. However, it had its own limitations. Analyse. (250 words) .. 81 What were the factors that led to nationalisation of banks? Examine its impact on economic development and job creation. (250 words) .. 85 What were the causes that led to the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.

10 Explain as to why india got involved in the war to liberate Bangladesh? (250 words) .. 88 Even though the concept of Total Revolution lies deeply embedded in Gandhian teachings, was Jayaprakash Narayan s Total Revolution a utopian ideal? Examine. (250 words) .. 91 what were the causes behind the formation of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)? What role did india play in its conception? Evaluate the successes and limitations of NAM in achieving of its stated objectives. (250 words) .. 92 Post-independence, Land reforms had a profound impact on agriculture as well as had social implications but there were also certain limitations. Evaluate. (250 words) .. 94 INSTA SECURE SYNOPSIS Telegram: Page 5 Youtube: Facebook: Critically analyse the impact of green revolution on agriculture.