8 August 2026

Weekend features

The Madras Movement provides useful context for modern Indian art history, while the other topics regarding eco-tourism and music are peripheral and lack direct examinable significance.

Questions

1. Discuss the potential of 'niche tourism' in ecologically fragile regions like the Northeast, and how it can balance economic development with environmental conservation. 150 words
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2. The Madras Movement played a pivotal role in shaping modern Indian art by shifting focus from Western influences to indigenous aesthetics. Analyze the significance of regional art movements in defining a distinct national identity in contemporary art. 250 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following best describes the 'catch-and-release' technique often associated with modern sport fishing?

   1. A A conservation-oriented practice where caught fish are returned to the water unharmed.
   2. B A method to increase the commercial yield of fish in local markets.
   3. C A traditional fishing method using bamboo poles and single hooks.
   4. D A technique specifically designed for harvesting invasive fish species from rivers.