Civil Services Mains 2018 · Essay Paper

UPSC Mains 2018 Essay Question Paper

8 essay topics, each with a model answer

The complete UPSC Civil Services Mains 2018 Essay question paper — all 8 essay topics as they appeared, on the sectional essay topics. Each links to a structured model answer with an outline, key points and examples. Attempt the question first, then open the answer to check your structure and coverage.

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Q1
Alternative technologies for a climate change resilient India.
125 marks 1200 words Medium Model answer →
Q2
A good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge.
125 marks 1200 words Medium Model answer →
Q3
Poverty anywhere is a threat to prosperity everywhere.
125 marks 1200 words Medium Model answer →
Q4
Management of Indian border disputes – a complex task.
125 marks 1200 words Medium Model answer →
Q5
Customary morality cannot be a guide to modern life.
125 marks 1200 words Hard Model answer →
Q6
‘The past’ is a permanent dimension of human consciousness and values.
125 marks 1200 words Hard Model answer →
Q7
A people that values its privileges above its principles loses both.
125 marks 1200 words Hard Model answer →
Q8
Reality does not conform to the ideal, but confirms it.
125 marks 1200 words Hard Model answer →

Other 2018 Mains papers

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