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Theme T154 · Energy & Environment

Energy security & energy independence

3PYQs

3GS3

2018–20263 distinct years

2asked 2024–26

Roadmap · step 140 of 171 · Stage 4: Integrated themes

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What UPSC asks

UPSC asks key challenges to energy security, clean-tech independence by 2047, and SDG7 progress.

Prepare these

Import dependence: oil, gas, coal
Energy mix and transition
SDG7: access, affordability (Saubhagya, Ujjwala)
Biotech and green hydrogen

Answer writing

Balance growth, security, sustainability

Directive words in these PYQs: Explain (1), Suggest (1), Comment (1).

Linked themes

Builds on: study these first

These come earlier in the roadmap. Questions in this theme use them.

Step 139: Renewable energy transition: solar, wind, EVs, green corridor

Comes back later in

Later themes that take this one further.

Step 141: Nuclear & fusion energy: FBR, ITER, raw materials Step 146: West Asia: energy security, Israel, Iran, I2U2

On the map

Map module 4: World physical framework Map module 6: Resources & agriculture Map module 7: Industry & infrastructure Map module 10: Neighbourhood & sea routes

Syllabus lines covered

GS3-L9 — Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

All 3 PYQs, newest first

GS3202615 marks · 250 wordsGS3-ECO-06-M2026-S01
Explain the key challenges for India’s energy security. What measures do you suggest for ensuring energy security along with economic growth and sustainability?
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GS3202510 marks · 150 wordsGS3-ECO-06-M2025-Q06
How can India achieve energy independence through clean technology by 2047? How can biotechnology play a crucial role in this endeavour?
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GS32018GS3-ECO-06-M2018-S01
“Access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy is the sine qua non to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).” Comment on the progress made in India in this regard.
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