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 Art and Culture
Pala art:
 Discuss the features of Pala art and architecture and its relationship with Buddhism. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 Describe the salient features of pala architecture and sculpture. [47 BPSC/2007]
 Give a description of the main features of Pala art in Bihar. [41 BPSC/1997]
 Critically examine the salient features of Pal Art. [43 BPSC/2001]

Patna Kalam Paintings:

 Bring out the main features of patna qulam painting. [66 BPSC/2021]
 Examine the salient features of Patna Kalam Painting Style. [63 BPSC/2019]
 Bring out the salient features of the Patna Kalam Paintings. [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
 Discuss the salient features of Patna Kalam & Painting style. [48‐52 BPSC/2009]
 Discuss the chief characteristics of the Patna Kalam painting. [46 BPSC/2005]

Mauryan Art:
 Throw light on Mauryan Art and analyze its impact in Bihar. [60‐62 BPSC/2019]
 Discuss the features of Mauryan art and architecture and its relationship with Buddhism. [64th
BPSC/2018]
 Discuss the salient features of Mauryan Art. [53‐55 BPSC/2012]
 Analyse the salient features of mauryan art and architecture. [47 BPSC/2007]
 Critical examine the chief characteristics of the Mauryan Art. [45 BPSC/2002]
 Identify the main features of the Mauryan Art as found from Bihar. [42 BPSC/1999]
 What are the distinctive features of Mauryan Sculpture? [40 BPSC/1995]
 Write an essay on the art and paintings of Bihar. [39 BPSC/1993]

Tribal Revolts
 Examine the characteristics of tribal protest in the 19th century with suitable examples. Give
reasons for their failure. [64th BPSC/2018]

Santhal Uprising:
 What were the causes of the santhal revolt? What were its course and outcome? [66th‐BPSC‐ 2021]
 Evaluate the causes and results of Revolt of Santhal [1855‐56] in Bihar. [63 BPSC/2019]
 Discuss the main causes of the Santhal Uprising. What were its consequences? [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
 Discuss the causes and results of revolt of santhals [1855‐56] in Bihar. [48‐52 BPSC/2009]
 “Santhal Uprising provides a model of popular armed resistance against British colonialism in India”.
Explain. [45 BPSC/2002]
 The Santhal Uprising was the first fierce reaction of the tribals against British colonial rule in India’.
Elucidate. [43 BPSC/2001]

Birsa Movement:
 Examine the characteristics of the Birsa movement. [66th BPSC‐2021]

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 “The underlying object of Birsa Movement was internal purification and desire to remove the alien
government.” Explain. [53‐55 BPSC/2012] OR
 ‘Birsa provided a new religious leadership to the tribal struggles against the British’.
 Explain. [44 BPSC/2002] OR
 Write a critique of the Birsa Movement with special reference to its nature and the lesson it left on
tribal administration. [42 BPSC/1999] OR
 Briefly examine the tribal movements of Bihar with special reference to the Birsa movement. [39
BPSC/1993]

Revolt of 1857
 What were the causes of the Revolt of 1857? What effect did it have on Bihar? [65th BPSC/2020]
 Discuss the contribution of Bihar to the Uprising of 1857 AD. [63rd BPSC/2018] Critically examine the
significance of the Revolt of 1857 with special reference to Bihar. [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
 Critically examine the role of kunwar singh in the revolt of 1857. [53‐55 BPSC/2012]
 Discuss the causes of the Outbreak of the revolt of 1857 in Bihar and account for its failure? [47
BPSC/2007]
 Evaluate the role of kunwar singh in the revolt of 1857. [43 BPSC/2001]
 “It is difficult to avoid the conclusion that the so‐called first national war of independence of 1857 is
neither first, nor national, nor a war of independence.” Comment. [41 BPSC/1997]

Indian Freedom Struggle

Gandhi:
 Write a short notes on: ‘Gandhiji’s views on Satyagraha.’ [66th BPSC‐2021]
 Write short notes on: “Gandhiji’s views on caste and religion”. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 “Gandhi’s mystique consisted of a union of original ideas with a remarkable flair for tactics and an
uncanny insight in the mass mind.” Elucidate.
 Describe the significance of Gandhiji’s social and cultural thoughts.
 Analyze the role of Gandhiji in the Mass Movement of Bihar. [46 BPSC/2005]
 Critically evaluate the views of Gandhi on “Varna‐Jati” system. Were they compatible with his activism
against untouchability? [41 BPSC/1997]
 What message Gandhiji sought to convey through his insistence on Swadeshi? [40 BPSC/1995]

Nehru:
 Discuss the Nehru’s views on communalism and secularism. [66th BPSC‐2021]
 Examine the main features of Foreign Policy of Jawaharlal Nehru. [60‐62 BPSC/2019]
 Write short notes on: Nehru and secularism [64th BPSC/2018]
 Discuss the relevance of Nehru in the making of modern India? [56‐59 BPSC/2016]

Rabindranath Tagore:
 Evaluate the contribution of Rabindranath Tagore in Bengali literature and music. [60‐62 BPSC/2019]
 Define Nationalism. How was it addressed by Rabindranath Tagore ? [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
 Describe the social and cultural significance of the ideas of Rabindranath Tagore. [48‐52 BPSC/2009]
 Describe the role of Rabindranath Tagore in the Indian national movement. How was it different from
congress? [39 BPSC/1993]

Champaran Satyagrah:
 “Champaran Satyagraha was watershed in the freedom struggle.” Explain. [66th BPSC/2021]

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 Describe the causes and results of Champaran Satyagraha in Bihar [1917]. [63 BPSC/2019]
 “Champaran Satyagraha is a watershed in the freedom struggle.” Elucidate. [64th BPSC/2018]
 What was the significance of Champaran Satyagraha for Peasant Uprisings? [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
 Do you agree with the view that the Champaran satyagraha was a turrning point in the history of
freedom struggle in India? [47, BPSC/2007]
 The Champaran Satyagraha is an important milestone in the history of freedom movement of India.
Elucidate. [42 BPSC/1999]
 Discuss the peasant movements of Bihar in general and the intervention of Gandiji particularly in the
champaran movement. [39 BPSC/1993]

Quit India Movement:

 Write a short notes on: ‘Jayaprakash Narayan and Quit India movement.’ [66th BPSC‐2021]
 Describe the people’s participation in Bihar during the Quit India Movement of 1942. [60‐62
BPSC/2019]
 Describe the contribution of Bihar to the quit India movement of 1942. [48‐52, BPSC/2009]
 Analyze the nature and extent of quit India movement with special reference to Bihar. [44 BPSC/2002]
 Discuss the impact of the quit India Movement on Bihar. [41 BPSC/1997]
 What role did the ‘Azad Dasta’ play in Bihar during the quit India movement? [40 BPSC/1995]

Miscellaneous:
 Write a short notes on: Subhash Chandra Bose and the INA? [66th BPSC‐2021]
 Explain the social and economic ideas of Ram Manohar Lohia and Jayaprakash Narayan. [65th BPSC‐
2020]
 Write short notes on: Dr Rajendra Prasad and the National Movement. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 Write short notes on: The Dalit Movement in Bihar. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 Write a note on Swami Sahajanand and the Kisan Sabha Movement. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 Critically examine the evolution of Indian nationalism since the late 19th century. [64th BPSC/2018]
 Desire the contribution of Bihar in the individual satyagraha of 1940‐41. [53‐55 BPSC/2012]
 Throw light on the separation of Bihar from Bengal and the rise of modern Bihar. [46 BPSC/2005]
 Assess the role of different social classes of Bihar in the civil disobedience movement. [45 BPSC/2002]
 Write a critical note on peasant movements in Bihar with special reference swami sharajanand. [43
BPSC/2001]
 How did the partition of Bengal influence the course of India’s freedom struggle? Discuss. [40
BPSC/1995]
 What were the reasons behind overseas immigration in the 19th century British India? Discuss in the
light of the indenture system With special reference to Bihar. [64th BPSC/2018]
 Write short notes on: Impact of census of 1881 on caste and religious identities [64th BPSC/2018]
 Write short notes on: Working Class and National Movement [64th BPSC/2018]
 What changes were brought about in the socio‐economic scenario of Bihar during the British rule? [45
BPSC/2002]
 Education and other point Western education: Describe the spread of Western Education in Bihar
between 1858‐1914. [65th BPSC‐2020] Discuss the development of Western education in Bihar from
1813 to 1947. [60‐62 BPSC/2019]
 Discuss the development of western education in Bihar from 1857 AD to 1947 AD. Describe the growth
of education and press in modern Bihar and also describe the role of education and press in National
movement. [46 BPSC/2005]
 Give a critical account of the development of western education in Bihar during the British rule. [44
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 Critically discuss the role played by the western technical education in the economy of Bihar. [39
BPSC/1993]
 Trace the course of western education in Bihar from 1990 to 1947 with particular reference to technical
education. [42 BPSC/1999]
 Describe the development of technical education in Bihar during the period of your study. [47
BPSC/2007]

Constitution (Preamble, Fundamental rights and DPSP etc.)

 Indian Parliament is a non‐sovereign law making institute.” Evaluate this statement. [65th BPSC‐
2020]
 “The Indian Constitution postulates in its Preamble that India shall be a socialist, secular,
democratic republic.” What are the constitutional provisions to enforce this declaration? [BPSC‐
2019] OR
What is the difference between Constitution and Constitutionalism? Critically discuss the doctrine
of ‘basic structure’ as enunciated by the Supreme Court of India. [BPSC‐2019]
 What is judicial review ? Critically examine about the doctrine of basic structure as enunciated by
the Supreme Court of India. [2016]

DPSP: (The Directive principles of State Policy)

 “The Directive principles of State Policy are not mere pious declaration but clear directions for the
guidance of State Policy.” Comment and show how far they have been applied in practice. [2018]
 Discuss the Directive Principles of State Policy enshrined in the Indian Constitution and state their
importance. [1995]
 Discuss various ‘Directive principles’. How were these implemented in Bihar after 1950? [2012]

Center‐state relation:
 Indian federal structure is constitutionally oriented towards the Central Government. Explain. [66th
BPSC/2021]
 Centrally Sponsored Schemes have always been a point of contention between the Centre and
States. Discuss by citing relevant examples. [2019]
 Analyse tension areas between Centre and States in the Indian federal system.
 Describe the current state of relations between Union Govemment and Bihar State. [2016] OR
 Explain the recent trends in Indian federalism. Do the states need more autonomy? [2009] OR
 Analyze the emerging trends in Indian Federalism. [1997]
 Discuss Indian Federal System and Centre State Administrative Relation with special reference to
National Counter‐Terrorism Centre [NCTC ]. [2012]

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  “The coalition experiment at the Centre has neither strengthened democracy nor has it made
conditions conductive for participatory and cooperation federation”. Do you agree? [1999]
 Comment upon “Article 356 of the Constitution should be read with article 355 to appreciate its
spirit.” [1999]
 Why is the Constitution of India called quasi‐federal? [1993]

Politics:
 The Parliament of India is an effective forum of national integration. Discuss. [66th‐BPSC]
 “The system of Indian Political Parties is not nationalistic but it is individualistic.” Explain this fact in
the context of Bihar State. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 Do you agree that Indian Politics today primarily revolves around development politics rather than
ascriptive politics? Discuss with reference to Bihar. [2019]
 What are the implications of growing regional political parties on the Indian party politics in recent
times? [2019] OR
 “Too many political parties are the bane of Indian politics.” Explain this fact in the context of Bihar.
[2019]
 Examine the concept of ‘Hindutva’ . Is it against secularism? [2018]
 Identify the major pressure groups in Indian politics and examine their role in it. [2018]
 Examine the role of Caste in electoral politics of India. To what extent did caste factor play role in
2015 Bihar election? [2016] OR
 Discuss the role of caste in Indian Politics. [1997] OR
 ‘Caste and Class play important role in Indian politics.’‐ Explain the statement with special reference
to Bihar. [2009]
 Write an essay on the politician‐ criminal nexus with special reference of Bihar. [2007]
 Issue of Reservation is nothing but consolidation of Vote‐banks of political parties. What do you
suggest methods other than reservation for providing social justice to depressed class. [2007]
 suggest methods other than reservation for providing social justice to depressed class. [2007]
 Discuss the role of language in Indian Politics. Enumerate the provisions for linguistic minorities in
Bihar. [2005]
 What are the main reasons for the emergence of coalition politics in India? Discuss the prospects of
these coalitions. [2002]
 “Coalition politics in India has become a remarkable feature, but it is yet to provide a stable
Government”.‐ Comment. [2009]
 Comment on ‘Regionalism in Indian Politics’. [2002]
 What is the role of caste in class formation in India? [2001]
 Analyze the emerging trends in Indian democracy.[2001]
 Comment on ‘India is a liberal democratic state’. [2001]
 Write a brief and critical essay on “Caste as a factor in Bihar Politics since 1977” and highlight the
special reasons for the present state of affairs. [1999]

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Rights:
 Do you agree with the view that our Constitution has given Fundamental Rights by one hand and
taken them back by another hand? [65th BPSC‐2020]
 Discuss about the Fundamental Rights as enshrined in the Indian Constitution. How has the judicial
interpretations of Article 21 expanded the scope of Right to Life? [2016]
 Make a critical evolution of right to property as it exists today. [2001]

Preamble:
 Evaluate the nature and significance of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution. [2002] OR
 Examine the relevance and significance of the philosophy enshrined in the preamble of the
constitution of India. [1999]
 What is the meaning of “Parliamentary Sovereignty”?
 Do you consider Indian Parliament a “Sovereign” or a non‐sovereign’ or both? Give your views.
[1995]
 Describe the fundamental duties as enumerated in the Constitution of India. [1993]

Judicial activism:
 “Judicial activism is a recent phenomenon in the Indian governance.” Comment and bring out the
main arguments in favour and against of judicial activism. [2019] OR
 Comment on ‘Judicial Activism – Meaning and Evaluation’. [2002] OR
 Comment upon “Judicial Action is a double edged weapon in a parliamentary democracy”. [1999]

Governor and Chief minister:

 Critically examine the role of Governor in the State politics in India, particularly in Bihar. Is he a
mere puppet? [BPSC‐2019] OR
 Discuss the powers and actual position of the Governor in Bihar politics. [BPSC‐ 2018] OR
 Discuss the powers and actual position of the Governor in Bihar politics. [BPSC‐ 2018] OR
 Discuss the power and functions of the Governor and his role in Bihar. [BPSC‐2012] OR
 Discuss the powers of the Governor and explain his role with reference to the recent developments
in Bihar. [BPSC‐1997] OR
 Examine the status and powers of the Governor of an Indian State. [BPSC‐1993]
 How the Chief Minister of State is appointed? Critically examine the powers, functions and
achievements of present Bihar Chief Minister. [2002]

President:
 The role of the President of India is like an old man in family who has all the authorities, however,
he cannot do anything effective if the naughty‐young members of family do not listen him.”
Evaluate. [66th BPSC/2021]
 Examine the system of election of the Indian President [1997]

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Election:
 Critically examine the role of Election Commission of India in the conduct of free and fair election.
 What purpose does the. Electoral Identity Card serve in this regard? [2019]
 Examine the power and working of the Election Commission of India and its role in free and fair
election. [2012]
 Elections are like the heart beats of a democracy. If they happen too fast or too irregularly,
democracy collapses. “Explain your views on mid‐term polls in context of India Politics. [2007]
 What do you understand by election campaign? Throw light on the important methods of election
campaign in Bihar. [2005]
 Discuss the role of bureaucracy in conducting free and fair elections under the guidance of Election
commission of India. [2005]
 Comment on ‘Election Commission of India’. [2002]
 Comment on ‘Electoral process in Bihar’. [2001]

Local Government:
 Analyze the functioning of the rural local governments in India since 1991 with special reference to
Bihar. [2009]
 Describe the basic provisions of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act. [2005]
 What is amendment procedure in India?
 What are the main contents of 73 amendment? How many amendments have been done in Indian
Constitution? [2002]
 Describe the objectives and features of the Panchayat Raj in India. [1993]

Miscellaneous:
 What do you understand by E‐governance? Discuss the position of E‐governance implementation in
Bihar. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 How is human development measured? What are seven commitments of Bihar Government for
achieving human development agenda? Explain the schemes of the Government for achieving these
goals. [66th BPSC‐2021]

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Question related with Bihar
 What are the main constraints in the rapid economic development of Bihar? How can these constraints
be removed? [65th BPSC/2020]
 Decentralized planning through the strengthening of the Panchayat system is the focus of planning in
India in recent times.
 ” While explaining this statement, suggest a blueprint for an integrated regional development plan.
Also critically examine the decentralized planning scenario in India after the 73rd and 74th
Amendments to the Constitution. [60‐62 BPSC/2018]
 How far does the variable nature of Indian monsoon adversely affect the planning of agricultural
development in India? Discuss it with special reference to Bihar? [53‐55 BPSC/2012]
 “Natural disasters are the main causes of poverty in Bihar”. Do you agree with this statement?
Comment your views. [47 BPSC/2007]
 Why is per hectare production of agriculture yields stagnant is Bihar? Explain their basic causes and also
suggest important measures to remove them. [6 BPSC/2005]
 Explain the role of the Multi‐purpose River Projects in the development of Bihar State. [44 BPSC/2002 ]
 With all the possibilities of development, Bihar is being considered as one of the backward states of
India. Discuss fully. [43 BPSC/2001]
 Examine the resource potentials, planning and development of industries in Bihar. [42 BPSC/1999]
 Point out the salient features of Integrated Area Development Programme in Bihar. What are its
achievements?
 Why is the pace of industrial development in Bihar is poor in spite of rich natural resources? Discuss.
[40 BPSC/1995]

Economic Planning
 Discuss the relevance of economic planning in India in the post‐economic reform era. In this context, explain that
how State and market can play a synergetic role development of the country. [65th BPSC/2020]
 What do you mean by regional development ? How far regional planning has been successful in the economic
development of Bihar? Discuss. [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
 Evaluate the principal achievements of Indian economic planning. [64 BPSC/2019]
 How far has the Government through its various five – Year Plans been successful in removing poverty from
Bihar? [48‐52 BPSC/2009 ]

Small – Industries
 What is the new definition of micro, small and medium enterprises? Critically evaluate the role of
MSMEs in boosting industrial growth and ensuring the success of Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan in
India. [65th BPSC/2020]
 What is meant by ‘small industries’? What role do small industries play in the Indian economy in
respect of exports and employment? [45 BPSC/2001 ]
 Discuss the importance of the small scale sector in the industrial structure. [43 BPSC/2001 ]

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Agriculture
 Evaluate the production and productivity trends in Indian agriculture since 1991. What practical
measures should be adopted to enhance agricultural production and productivity in Bihar? [65th
BPSC/2020]
 Presently highlight the major problems of Indian agriculture and suggest way to remove them and
discuss the major programs being run by the Government for the development of Indian agriculture.
[63 BPSC/2019]
 Explain the growth and productivity trends of agriculture in India. Also suggest measures to improve
productivity and increase farm income in the country. [60‐62 BPSC/2018]
 Describe ‘agricultural marketing’ in India and write the defects in the ‘agricultural marketing system’.
What measures have been taken by the Government of Bihar to improve the system of the marketing
of agricultural products? [56‐59 BPSC/2016 ]
 “Agricultural diversification and organic farming are the better option for food security in India.”
Comment critically with special reference to Bihar. [53‐55 BPSC/2012 ]
 The Green Revolution has increased the food grains production in India but has created several
environmental problems.”‐ Elucidate with examples. [48‐52 BPSC/2009 ]
 What important trends have been emerged in Indian Agriculture as a result of liberalization!? [44
BPSC/2002 ]
 How do the forests of India contribute to the economic development of the country? [41 BPSC/1997 ]

Economic development
 What is the relationship between ‘environmental protection’ and ‘sustainable development”? Write a
short note on economic growth and environmental degradation in India. [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
 Critically explain the achievements of New Economic Reforms in India. [45 BPSC/2002]
 What is the second phase of Economic Reforms? Explain its role in economic growth of India. What is
the second phase of Economic Reforms? Explain its role in economic growth of India. [44 BPSC/2002 ]

Poverty
 Discussing the estimation of poverty in India, explain the factors responsible for poverty. Which
programs being run by the Indian government to remove poverty? [63 BPSC/2019]
 “Poverty is a matter of deprivation from basic needs of human life.” Explain it and suggest measures to
reduce it? [47 BPSC/2007 ]
 What do you mean by the concept of poverty? Explain the incidence of poverty and the various poverty
alleviation programmes introduced in India. [44 BPSC/2002 ]

Question related with Economics

 Explain the role of WTO in the context of Indian economy. [64 BPSC/2019]
 “Physical diversity in India has lead to uneven economic development.”‐ Elucidate with suitable
example. [48‐52 BPSC/2009 ]
 What is the Disinvestment Policy of Indian Government? Did it succeed to achieve its objectives? [45
BPSC/2002 ]

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 What structural changes are necessary in the successful economic planning? [43 BPSC/2001 ]
 Examine critically the relevance of movements against multipurpose Projects in India. [41 BPSC/1997
 What do you mean by district Planning? What are the conditions of its success? [40 BPSC/1995 ]

Governments – Plan and Policy

 Not just providing employment but increasing the employability of the labour force is the main issue of
a long‐term employment policy in India.” Discuss this statement with special reference to knowledge
and skill development through quality education and training. Also explain the trends and implications
of sectorwise employment generation in the country after 2000. [60‐62 BPSC/2018]

Question related with Geography

 Explain in detail the major minerals known in India. Discuss their contribution in the economic
development of Indian economy as well as tell the key points to India’s new mineral policy. [63
BPSC/2019]
 Explain the reasons why India’s major large‐scale industries have been established in geographical
areas in some special areas. Explain main key industries of India. [63 BPSC/2019]
 Divide India into physical divisions and describe them with maps. [43 BPSC/2001 ]
 Discuss with examples the causes and consequences of inter‐state conflicts, on sharing the river water
in India. Can this problem be solved? [42 BPSC/1999 ]
 Discuss the characteristics of major soil zones of India and their suitability for important crops. [42
BPSC/1999 ]
 Discuss the structure and evolution of the Peninsular India? [40 BPSC/1995 ]
 Explain the origin of the Himalayas with the support of Plate Tectonics Theory. [39 BPSC/1993 ]

Population
 “Unless the growth of population is checked in India, the economic development cannot be judged in
its true perspective.” Examine the statement. [64 BPSC/2019] OR
 judged in its true perspective.” Examine the statement. [64 BPSC/2019] OR
 How far do you agree that the high density of population is the basic cause of poverty in India? [48‐52
BPSC/2009] OR
 “Rising population is a great hindrance to development’. Discuss. [40 BPSC/1995 ]
 Critically examine the need of ‘food security’ in India. [64 BPSC/2019]
 What is demographic dividend’ ? Explain its impact on economic growth. [56‐59 BPSC/2016 ]
 Account for the regional variations in the growth patterns of population in India since Independence
and show that impact on economic imbalances. [42 BPSC/1999 ]

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Nuclear Energy:
 Explain in detail, how the advances in the field of nuclear energy helped in the development of our
country. Also comment on the use of nuclear energy in power production field. Outline the positive and
negative sides of nuclear energy. [63rd BPSC/2018 ] OR
With growing energy needs, should India keep on expanding its nuclear energy programmes? Discuss
the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy. [60‐62 BPSC/2018 ] OR
Fukushima Nuclear Disaster has put the focus of the world back on the dangers of nuclear technologies.
With widening gap in meeting the power requirements of India, would it be appropriate to abandon
this path? Can our energy needs by fulfilled by alternative sources? [53‐ 55 BPSC/2012 ] OR
Discuss the interdependence of civilian & military applications of nuclear energy in our country.
Examine the recent Indo‐US nuclear agreement in the light of our future military programme. [47
BPSC/2007 ] OR
Discuss the importance of nuclear fuel in the field of power generation. [44 BPSC/2002 ] OR
What is nuclear energy? Can nuclear power plants solve Indian power crisis? [43 BPSC/2001 ] OR
Describe briefly the different phases of India’s nuclear energy programme. [42 BPSC/1999 ] OR
Summaries the arguments for and against the advisability of building nuclear power plants in India. [41
BPSC/1997 ] OR
Describe the different phases of India’s nuclear energy programme. [40 BPSC/1995 ]

Alternative Source of energy

 With ever‐rising electricity demand and depleting conventional energy resources, country is facing
acute power shortage at present. Describe in detail the means provided by present‐day science and
technology to overcome the grueling energy demands. [64 BPSC/2018 ]
 In order to fulfill the increasing energy demand in Bihar State, suggest the scientific In order to fulfill the
increasing energy demand in Bihar State, suggest the scientific initiatives that you would like to
introduce. [56‐59 BPSC/2016 ]
 Write an account on the possible approaches for management of wastes and their potential to
generate energy in India [48‐52 BPSC/2009 ]
 Discuss the problems of alternative source of energy in our country. What are Carbon Credits? How
much global – Warming can be tolerated for the sake of economic development? [47 BPSC/2007 ]

Question related with Biotechnology

 Discuss the role of biotechnology in sustainable agriculture. Explain your answer with he help of
some examples. [48‐52 BPSC/2009 ] OR
 What is Biotechnology? How Biotechnology can be used to improve human health? [43 BPSC/2001 ]
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  What are transgenic crops? How this technology is going to effect the Indian agricultural scene? [43
BPSC/2001 ] OR
 What is meant by Biotechnology”? Discuss its application in the field of agriculture and
environment. [41 BPSC/1997
 Define ‘Genetic Engineering’. How far can it be used to treat genetic illness? [41 BPSC/1997 ] OR
 Write short notes on Genetic Engineering. [40 BPSC/1995 ]

Computer
 What do you mean by Software? How is the Software Industry backbone of country’s economic
development? Comment on the development of computer languages and our country’s
contribution in this era. [63rd BPSC/2018 ]
 Which drugs are extracted from plants and trees? How can these be developed with the help of a
computer? [46 BPSC/2005 ]
 What is the importance of – computer in modern communication. [44 BPSC/2002 ] OR
 Comment on the state of computer technology in India today, How this has benefited the masses
[people ]? In this context point out the possible uses to which super‐computer could be put? [42
BPSC/1999 ] OR Discuss the contribution of computers in our‐telecommunicntion system. [39
BPSC/1993 ]

Health and Medical Science

 Magnetic Resonance Imaging [MRI ] is useful to doctors for medical treatment. Explain in what way
this facility has been provided to the public. [45 BPSC/2002 ]
 In what way X‐ray and ultrasonography are useful for medical treatment? [44 BPSC/2002 ]
 Write short notes on Blood Groups. [40 BPSC/1995 ]

Space:
 What progress India has made in the field of space satellite launching? What are the advantage and
disadvantage of launching multi‐satellites in space? How does the entry in this field help India to
strengthen its economy? [63rd BPSC/2018 ] OR
 How do you see achievements of Indian Space Researth Organization [ISRO ]? What are their next
exciting targets? [60‐62 BPSC/2018 ] OR
 Write an account on space research activities going on in India. How have such researches been
Write an account on space research activities going on in India. How have such researches been
helpful in development of the country? [48‐52 BPSC/2007 ] OR
 How satellite technology can be used in improving the quality of common man’s life? [43
BPSC/2001 ]

Technology:
 Present‐day government is trying to develop smart cities in different States. What are your visions
about smart cities? Elucidate the role of science and technology in the development of ideal smart
cities. [64 BPSC/2018 ]

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  Critically discuss the positive and negative effects of globalization in India. How can science and
technology reduce negative effects ? Explain. [56‐59 BPSC/2016 ] What is cloning? Write the
scientific merits and demerits of cloning. [43 BPSC/2001 ]
 What is remote sensing? Describe the status of remote sensing in India. [42 BPSC/1999 ]
 What is ‘DNA finger printing’? Which research institution in India is working in this area? [42
BPSC/1999 ]
 What is bio‐gas technology? What are the steps laken by Government of India towards its
development? [40 BPSC/1995 ]

Questions on water:
 Despite the fact that India has got a very good network of rivers, there are several regions that
suffer from water shortage and particularly potable water.
 Discuss the role of science and technology in water management to address this problem citing
examples. [64 BPSC/2018 ] OR
 In comparison to other countries, India is well‐endowed with freshwater resources. Critically
examine why it still suffers from water scarcity. What role can the scientific management and
technology play in overcoming this problein? Elucidate. [56‐59 BPSC/2016 ] OR
 “Bihar is not utilizing her water resources rationally for meeting the domestic, agricultural and
industrial needs.” Explain. [39 BPSC/1993 ] OR
 Ground water level is decreasing. Suggest scientific methods which can be used to increase water
level. [43 BPSC/2001 ]

Environment and Pollution

 Manifold increase of population and non‐planning has led to disproportionate garbage generation.
Discuss the different types of wastes. How can the country eradicate this problem with the help of
science and technology? Describe in detail. [64 BPSC/2018 ]
 What do you mean by Global Warming? How is India contributing in minimising its effects?
Comment on saying, “The world would submerge in water in coming future by the mistakes
committed by human being of this planet”. [63rd BPSC/2018 ]
 Use of petroleum and coal pollutes the air. How can this pollution be reduced. [46 BPSC/2005 ]
 What are chemical war fare agents [Chemical weapons ]? How they are harmful to human health
and environment? [43 BPSC/2001 ]
 What do you understand by environmental pollution? Mention the various kinds of pollutions. Also
explain their effects on human health in India. [42 BPSC/2001 ]

Miscellaneous Questions
 Discuss, in detail, what role can science and technology play to control the job crisis situation
Discuss, in detail, what role can science and technology play to control the job crisis situation and to
sustain the development of the nation due to Covid‐19 situation. [65th BPSC‐2020]
 Bihar continues to experience natural disasters like floods and drought on a regular basis. What
role can science and technology play in disaster forecasting and management? Explain your answer
with practical examples. [65th BPSC‐2020]

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  In the present scenario, the key issues of the country are: “Increasing population, higher health
risks, degraded natural resources and dwindling farm lands”. Discuss at least four scientific
initiatives on each of the four areas that you would like to apply. [65th BPSC‐2020] OR
 According to Dr. Manmolan Singh, the PM of India, “the key challenges faced by the country are
increasing population, greater health risks, degraded natural resources and dwindling farmlands.
 ” Discuss at least three scientific initiative in each of the four areas that you would like introduce.
[53‐55 BPSC/2012 ] OR
 The key issues of Modi Government in India are “cleaning of Ganga river, degraded natural
resources and dwindling farmlands, and greater health risks.
 ” Discuss scientific initiatives for these problems that you would like to apply. [56‐59 BPSC/2016]
What is dry‐land agriculture? Discuss its importance in India? [42 BPSC/1999 ]
 What is ‘UDAY’ [Ujwal Discom Assurance Yojna ]? Which States are partners in this Yojna? How is
Bihar going to be benefitted by ‘UDAY’? [60‐62 BPSC/2018 ]
 Most of the towns and cities in India become full of big garbage dumps, dusty broken roads and
chaotic traffic. What role can be scientific management and technology play in overcoming these
problems? Explain with examples. [53‐55 BPSC/2012 ]
 Uranium oxide is found in Bihar. It is destroyed by itself even if not used. Discuss the economic
aspects of this mineral. [46 BPSC/2005 ]
 Zinc oxide is found in Rajasthan, What is the effect of this discovery on the economics of India? [46
BPSC/2005 ]
 Discuss the relevance of weather forecast and seismic studies. [45 BPSC/2002 ]
 Write short notes on:‐ [39 BPSC/1993 ]
o “Agni“
o “Acid Rain“

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