GS-I · UPSC Mains PYQSociety 2025 15 Marks
Does tribal development in India centre around two axes, those of displacement and of rehabilitation? Give your opinion.
Microtheme: Tribes & Related Issues · Asked in UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination 2025.
Model Answer Approach
- Decode demand: Identify the directive verb (discuss / examine / critically analyse) and bound the scope to Tribes & Related Issues.
- Intro (40–50 words): Define the core concept; anchor with a definition, data point, or constitutional/historical reference.
- Body: 2–3 thematic sub-heads with crisp points, examples and counter-arguments. Add a relevant case study or committee/report.
- Conclusion (30–40 words): Forward-looking — recommendations, way forward, or a constitutional/ethical anchor.
Structure Checklist
- ✓ Definition / context in intro
- ✓ Minimum 1 data point or report
- ✓ Multi-dimensional arguments
- ✓ Counter-view / limitations
- ✓ Diagram, flowchart or map (if applicable)
- ✓ Way forward in conclusion
Keywords to Use
developmentdisplacementrehabilitationopinion
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