Civil Services Prep

Why do large cities tend to attract more migrants than smaller towns? Discuss in the light of conditions in developing countries.

Model answer

  1. In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGOs and private sector would be most productive? 10 marks
  2. What is the concept of 'demographic winter'? Is the world moving towards such a situation? Elaborate. 10 marks
  3. What are aurora australis and aurora borealis? How are these triggered? 15 marks
  4. What is a twister? Why are the majority of twisters observed in areas around the Gulf of Mexico? 15 marks
  5. What is regional disparity? How does it differ from diversity? How serious is the issue of regional disparity in India? 15 marks
  6. Though the great Cholas are no more, their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture. Comment. 15 marks