[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 16th 2023

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Good Morning Friends,

Following are today’s Mains Marathon Questions.

About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination.

Every morning, we post 2-3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.

Write your answers in the comment box, given below. 

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Questions

1) Explain the differences between consumption-based poverty estimates and multidimensional poverty estimates. Suggest possible improvements in the collection of data and the need to supplement consumption surveys.  

The Hindu 

2) Analyze the impact of tourism on the fragile Himalayan ecology. How has the infrastructure development for tourism contributed to environmental degradation in the region? 

Indian Express 

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