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UPSC Mains 2026 Questions

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2026
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24
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Subjects in 2026

India18 Economy7 Geography7 Governance7 Social justice7 Indian society6 Emerging technology5 Science and technology5 Strategic application5 Agriculture4 Environment4 Food security4 Internal security4 International relations4 National security4 Risk management4 Inclusive development3 Indian polity3 Climatology2 Constitutional bodies2 Federalism2 Globalisation2 Indo-pacific2 Modern history2

UPSC Mains 2026 Questions

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  1. Q1 2026 Mains GS3

    What do you mean by Digital Rupee? In this context, explain the working and progress of India’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). (150 words)

    Emerging technologyIndiaScience and technology
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  2. Q2 2026 Mains GS3

    Examine the view that financial inclusion is an integral part of social and economic inclusion in a country like India. Also throw light on the usefulness of the RBI’s Financial Inclusion Index. (150 words)

    EconomyInclusive developmentIndia
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