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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 17 April 2025
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Questions
1) “The urban heat island effect is significantly exacerbating summer temperatures in many Indian cities, posing serious challenges to public health, energy consumption, and overall urban sustainability.” Discuss.
2) Critically analyze the evolving role of private universities in India’s higher education, considering the tension between knowledge as a public good and increasing market forces. Evaluate the impact of privatization on access, equity, and quality, and suggest policy measures for a more inclusive and equitable education system.
