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 16 August 2025
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Questions
1) India’s ‘Atmanirbhar’ vision for a ‘Viksit Bharat’ extends beyond trade to encompass capability building. Evaluate how self-reliance, as a concept of comprehensive capability, can drive inclusive economic growth and technological independence.
2) Despite global terrorism predictions, ideologically-oriented insurgency is declining in India. Examine the factors behind this trend and the new security challenges it presents for India’s internal security framework.
