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Post Independence History Syllabus : UPSC Mains
Topic 1 – Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues.
Topic 2 – The Freedom Struggle — its various stages and important contributors/contributions from different parts of the country.
Post Independence History Mains PYQs UPSC – Year wise Marks Weightage (2013 – 2024)
| Year | Marks |
| UPSC Mains 2024 | – |
| UPSC Mains 2023 | – |
| UPSC Mains 2022 | 15 Marks |
| UPSC Mains 2021 | 10 Marks |
| UPSC Mains 2020 | – |
| UPSC Mains 2019 | – |
| UPSC Mains 2018 | 15 Marks |
| UPSC Mains 2017 | 10 Marks |
| UPSC Mains 2016 | 12.5 Marks |
| UPSC Mains 2015 | – |
| UPSC Mains 2014 | – |
| UPSC Mains 2013 | 50 Marks |
Post Independence History Mains PYQs UPSC – Year wise & Topic wise Collection (2013 – 2024)
2024
There was no question this year.
2023
There was no question this year.
2022
- The political and administrative reorganization of states and territories has been a continuous ongoing process since the mid-nineteenth century. Discuss with examples. (Answer in 250 words) (15 Marks)
2021
- Assess the main administrative issues and socio-cultural problems in the integration process of Indian Princely States. (Answer in 150 words) (10 Marks)
2020
There was no question this year.
2019
There was no question this year.
2018
- Discuss whether formation of new states in recent times is beneficial or not for the economy of India. (Answer in 250 words) (15 Marks)
2017
- What are the two major legal initiatives by the State since Independence addressing discrimination against Scheduled Tribes (STs)? (Answer in 150 words) (10 Marks)
2016
- Has the formation of linguistic states strengthened the cause of Indian unity? (Answer in 200 words) (12.5 Marks)
2015
There was no question this year.
2014
There was no question this year.
2013
- Critically discuss the objectives of Bhoodan and Gramdan movements initiated by Acharya Vinoba Bhave and their success. (Answer in 150 words) (10 Marks)
- Write a critical note on the evolution and significance of the slogan “Jai Jawana Jai Kisan”. (Answer in 150 words) (10 Marks)
- Discuss the contribution of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad to pre-and post-independent India. (Answer in 150 words) (10 Marks)
- Analyze the circumstances that led to Tashkent Agreement in 1966. Discuss the highlights of the agreement. (Answer in 150 words) (10 Marks)
- Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive role in the emergence of Bangladesh. (Answer in 150 words) (10 Marks)
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