MPPSC MAINS 2021 Paper-I

Points to Remember: The Barak River’s location within India. The two Indian states it primarily flows through. The river’s importance to these states. Introduction: The Barak River, also known as the Surma River in Bangladesh, is a significant transboundary river in South Asia. It originates in the Manipur state of India and flows through several … Read more

Points to Remember: El Niño’s cyclical nature and its global impact. The difference between El Niño, La Niña, and ENSO. The consequences of El Niño on weather patterns and ecosystems. Efforts towards prediction and mitigation of El Niño’s effects. Introduction: El Niño, Spanish for “the Christ child,” is a climate pattern that occurs in the … Read more

Points to Remember: Narmada River’s geographical significance in Madhya Pradesh. Economic contributions of the river (agriculture, industry, etc.). Social and cultural importance of the river. Environmental role and challenges. Government initiatives and policies related to the river. Introduction: The Narmada River, one of India’s longest rivers, is often referred to as the “lifeline of Madhya … Read more

Points to Remember: Location of the earthquake’s origin. Hypocenter vs. Epicenter. Importance in understanding earthquake effects. Seismic waves radiate outwards. Introduction: An earthquake is a sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth’s surface. Understanding the location of an earthquake is crucial for assessing its impact and mitigating … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition and formation of a tornado. Meteorological conditions necessary for tornado formation. Geographic distribution of tornadoes globally, with a focus on countries with high frequency. Tornado intensity scales (e.g., Fujita scale). Damage caused by tornadoes and safety measures. Introduction: A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that extends from a … Read more

Points to Remember: Geological formation of the Malwa Plateau. Role of erosion and sedimentation. Impact of geological processes over time. Comparison with other plateau regions. Introduction: The Malwa Plateau, a significant geographical feature of central India, is characterized by its relatively flat topography despite its considerable size. Understanding why this vast area is flat requires … Read more

The question, “Very Short Answer Questions (3 marks each),” lacks specific content. To answer it effectively, we need the actual very short answer questions. However, I can provide a template demonstrating how to answer such questions, assuming they are factual, analytical, or opinion-based, and adhering to the provided structure. This template can then be applied … Read more

Points to Remember: Geographic location of Mount Kilimanjaro. Continental placement. Introduction: Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, a dormant volcano with three volcanic cones: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. Its precise location is crucial for understanding its ecological significance and the challenges associated with its conservation. Determining the continent on which it sits is … Read more

Points to Remember: Ahilyabai Holkar’s humble origins and rise to power. Her administrative skills and focus on infrastructure development. Her religious tolerance and patronage of arts and culture. Criticisms regarding her limited social reforms and reliance on a patriarchal system. Her lasting legacy and continued relevance. Introduction: Ahilyabai Holkar (1725-1795) stands as a remarkable figure … Read more

Points to Remember: The role of lesser-known figures in the 1857 rebellion. Assessing the impact of local leadership in the broader context of the revolt. Evaluating the available historical evidence on the Shahs’ contributions. Understanding the limitations of historical records regarding regional uprisings. Introduction: The Indian Rebellion of 1857, often referred to as the Sepoy … Read more