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Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions
About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 16th May 2026
Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam. UPSC Mains Answer Writing, 16th May.
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Questions
1) Examine how changing US-China dynamics challenge global multipolarity. Evaluate the strategies India must adopt to reinforce its strategic autonomy.
2) Examine how transitioning from growth to productivity-led manufacturing can realize Viksit Bharat. Evaluate the structural reforms necessary to sustain this momentum.



