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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 19th August 2025
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, 19th August.
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Questions
1) Global talks on plastic pollution face an impasse. Examine the role of mutual trust and differentiated responsibilities in forging a binding international treaty to effectively combat plastic waste.
2) Proposed GST reforms aim to boost consumption by lowering tax slabs. Evaluate the potential fiscal implications and economic benefits of such a reform for sustainable and inclusive growth in India.
