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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.
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) Evaluate the trade-offs between economic development and environmental preservation in the context of air pollution control in India. How can these trade-offs be managed to achieve sustainable development?
2) Evaluate the effectiveness of the anti-defection law in maintaining political stability and party discipline in India, with reference to the recent political developments in Maharashtra.




