UPSC CSE ESSAY
UPSC Mains Essay Questions
Write two essays, choosing one topic from each of the following Sections A and B, in about 1000–1200 words each.
125 × 2 = 250 Marks
SECTION A
Section A
Q1
Truth knows no color.
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The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.
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Thought finds a world and creates one also.
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Best lessons are learnt through bitter experiences.
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SECTION B
Section B
Q5
Muddy water is best cleared by leaving it alone.
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The years teach much which the days never know.
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It is best to see life as a journey, not as a destination.
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Contentment is natural wealth; luxury is artificial poverty.
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UPSC Essay Preparation
Candidates are required to write two essays, choosing one topic from each section. Each essay should be approximately 1000–1200 words and should demonstrate clarity of thought, logical analysis, relevant examples and a balanced conclusion.