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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 16 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 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.
