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Good Morning Friends,
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.
Every morning, we post 2-3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.
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Questions
1) Discuss the role of the Finance Commission in promoting forest conservation in India. How has its approach evolved over the years, and what impact does this have on fiscal federalism?
2) Critically analyze the reasons behind the persistently low public trust in the Indian police force. What measures can be taken to improve the police’s image and effectiveness in serving the community?




