What the 2020 paper asked
The 2020 Essay paper set 8 topics; candidates write two, one from each section, 125 marks and about 1,000–1,200 words each.
Essay paper covers two essays, one from each section of four topics. For how long a scoring answer runs at each mark, see how long toppers actually write.
All 8 topics
Life is long journey between human being and being humane.
Mindful manifesto is the catalyst to a tranquil self.
Ships do not sink because of water around them, ships sink because of water that gets into them.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
Culture is what we are, civilization is what we have.
There can be no social justice without economic prosperity but economic prosperity without social justice is meaningless.
Patriarchy is the least noticed yet the most significant structure of social inequality.
Technology as the silent factor in international relations.
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Questions
How many questions were in UPSC Mains 2020 Essay paper?
8 topics, of which candidates write two essays of 125 marks each.
Where can I practise the 2020 Essay questions?
In the practice bank, with a timer set to exam pace. Writing is free with no sign-in; checking an answer against topper answers uses an evaluation (1 free).
Write one, then get it checked.
Write by hand against the clock in the practice bank, then photograph the page: writeupsc puts it beside real topper answers. 1 free evaluation.