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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 9 Feb.
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) Analyze the role of private sector contributions to research and development in India compared to that in developed countries. What measures can be taken to enhance private sector participation in R&D in India?
2) Critically examine the measures taken by the Indian government to stabilize rice prices. How effective are these measures in addressing the underlying causes of price inflation?



