- 08 June | Sociology Optional Strategy Session with AIR 10 Ujjwal Priyank Click Here to register →
- 08 June | Geography Optional Strategy Session with AIR 39 Rohin Kumar Click Here to register →
- 09 June | Ethics+ Class #1 + Case Studies Workshop by Mr. Ayush Sinha | Click Here to register →
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 18 May 2026
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 18 May 2026
Write your answers in the comment box, given below.
For Mains Marathon Archives click HERE→
Questions
1) Examine the bottlenecks in ‘Make in India’ for defence in light of global conflicts. Evaluate the private sector’s role in achieving self-reliance.
2) Examine how changing Arctic geopolitics impacts India-Nordic ties. Evaluate the strategic significance of India’s ‘northward turn’ amidst rising regional militarization.
