3rd October 2024 – Daily Brief Mains Q11-Q15 GS1 16 October 2024 by One 11. “Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture”. Comment. (Answer in 250 words) 12. How far is it correct to say that the First World War was fought essentially for the preservation of balance of power? (Answer in 250 words) 13. How far was the Industrial Revolution in England responsible for the decline of handicrafts and cottage industries in India? (Answer in 250 words) 14. The groundwater potential of the gangetic valley is on a serious decline. How may it affect the food security of India? (Answer in 250 words) 15. What are aurora australis and aurora borealis? How are these triggered? (Answer in 250 words)