UPSC MAINS 2025 GENERAL STUDIES 01
On 23 August 2025 (Saturday), UPSC candidates tackled the first of their General Studies papers: GS‑I. Scheduled from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, this paper marked a critical phase, testing aspirants on Indian Heritage & Culture, History, Geography of the World & Society, and more Key Themes & Coverage GS‑I typically encompasses: Indian Heritage & Culture – From ancient traditions to modern cultural practices. History – Spanning ancient, medieval, and modern India. World and Indian Geography – Physical, human, regional, and economic geography. Society – Demographics, social issues, inclusion, and societal changes What Made It Crucial Aspirants had just completed the Essay paper on August 22, so mental stamina played a big role. Precision in writing, clarity in concepts, and structured presentation were key to securing high scores. Effective time management was essential—especially after a demanding first paper. Following are the questions from the paper:- Click Here to Download- UPSC MAINS 2025 GENERAL STUDIES 01