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  • [Burning Issue] Rolling-out of National Digital Health Mission

    The National Digital Health Mission (NDHM) announced by the PM on the 74th Independence Day has the potential to transform the healthcare sector, making it more technologically advanced, inclusive and delivery-driven.

    Digitizing Healthcare: A Backgrounder

    • The National Health Policy 2017 had envisaged creation of a digital health technology eco-system aiming at developing an integrated health information system.
    • A Digital Health ID was proposed to reduce the risk of preventable medical errors and significantly increase the quality of care.
    • In the context of this, the NITI Aayog, in June 2018, floated a consultation of a digital backbone for India’s health system — National Health Stack (NHS).
    • A committee headed by former Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) chairman released the National Digital Health Blueprint (NDHB) in July 2019.
    • It recognised the need to establish a specialised ecosystem, called the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM) which finally landed on the tarmac on this Independence Day.

    The National Digital Health Mission

    • The NDHM is a digital health ecosystem under which every Indian citizen will now have unique health IDs, digitized health records with identifiers for doctors and health facilities.
    • The mission will significantly improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency of health service delivery and will be a major step towards the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3.8 of Universal Health Coverage, including financial risk protection.

    Components of the mission

    The suite of digital systems consists of Health ID, DigiDoctor, Health Facility Registry (HFR), Personal Health Records, e-Pharmacy, and Telemedicine.

    The mission envisages the creation of these core digital systems which are built to support timely access to safe, affordable healthcare for all citizens and will accelerate the country’s progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

    Unique features

    The mission has unique features which make it very attractive for all the stakeholders to be part of the system, some of which are as follows:

    Expected benefits

    (1) Prioritizing patients

    • Say, mortality from Covid-19 is significantly increased by comorbidities or the presence of other underlying conditions like hypertension or diabetes.
    • With digital health records, doctors can prioritise patients based on their test results.

    (2) Portability of health records

    • Portability of records fairly eases in a patient with the first hospital visit, or her/his most frequently visited hospital.
    • If she/he wishes to change a healthcare provider for cost or quality reasons, she can access her health records without carrying pieces of paper — prescriptions and test reports.
    • People will able to access their lab reports, x-rays and prescriptions irrespective of where they were generated, and share them with doctors or family members — with consent.

    (3) Easy facilitation

    • This initiative will allow patients to access healthcare facilities remotely through e-pharmacies, online appointments, teleconsultation, and other health benefits.
    • Besides, as all the medical history of the patient is recorded in the Health ID card, it will help the doctor to understand the case better, and improved medication can be offered.
    • It is non-prescriptive — unlike its predecessor from a few years ago, it steers away from designing a monolithic EMR (an electronic medical record) and instead only provides data facilitation exchange between patients, providers and payers.

    (4) Technology impetus in policymaking

    • Meanwhile, it is also not just individuals who could emerge beneficiaries of the scheme.
    • With large swathes of data being made available, the government too can form policies based on geographical, demographical, and risk-factor based monitoring of health.

    Various Issues

    The imminent adoption of NDHM in the absence of a data protection law has led for the policymakers to plan for two policies — security of health systems, and privacy of personal health records.

    With the unavailability of information security laws related to healthcare in India, the following could be the repercussions or could lead to violation of the mandatory requirements:

    (1) High Probability of Data Breach:

    The data breach occurs when any person or corporate generates, collects, stores, transmits or discloses digital health information in contravention to the provisions or standards laid down.

    (2) Data Ownership and Standardization Issues:

     An owner shall have the right to give/refuse or withdraw consent for the storage and transmission of digital health data. In terms of standardization, it is very important to transform the data before loading it to the target system.

    (3) Data Normalization Issues:

    Data Normalization is done to reduce data redundancy and improve data integrity. In view of the unavailability of such laws, it could bring redundancy as data could exist in multiple forms.

    (4) Data Collection, Storage and Transmission Challenges:

    The purpose of data generation, collection, storage and transmission is to facilitate health and clinical research and health care quality. But the unavailability of data protection and information security laws (for maintaining CIA- confidentiality, Integrity and Availability) could lead to the collection of data without informing the owner, lack of privacy controls while storing in the cloud and transmitting the data without the consent of the owner.

    (5) Illegal data selling and theft: Unavailability of appropriate laws could lead to incidents where digital health data is acquired or accessed without proper authorization. For example, monetizing the patient data for the purpose of research and innovation may also be misused by its illegal selling without the knowledge of the patient, thereby, leaking his sensitive data amounting to the violation of data privacy.

    (6) Data Quality Issues- There could be the following data quality issues that can be encountered without the proper laws in place:

    • Duplicated data: Repeated data making it difficult to uniquely identify the record;
    • Inconsistent data formats: Storing the same data in multiple tables from different data sources;
    • Inaccurate data: Either the data is obsolete or has errors in it;
    • Excessive data: Unusable data could be a waste of storage and cost;
    • Poorly Defined data: Causes misunderstanding around the proper methodology for data management.

    India has not yet enacted specific and full-fledged legislation on data protection. Of course, the Parliament of India had amended the Information Technology Act (2000) (“IT Act”) to include specific section 43A, but it only includes corporates and not individuals regarding compensation for failure to protect data.

    Other inherent issues

    • A fragmented private healthcare market consisting of single-doctor clinics, nursing homes, non-profits and corporate hospitals have varying adoption rates of digitization.
    • Corporate hospitals like Max, Apollo, Fortis, etc. have voluntarily adopted electronic health records standards notified by the government.
    • However, it is not possible for a patient to digitally transfer their health records from one type of hospital or a healthcare provider to another.
    • Critical to that is also the role of doctors, who will play a significant role in maintaining electronic digital data.
    • The growth path is powered by clinicians and we haven’t really been successful in filling the void.
    • India currently has 0.8 doctors per 1,000 patients, in comparison to over 2 per 1,000 in China and 2.6 in the US. The WHO recommends 1 doctor to 1,000 patients.

    Making it happen

    Many countries are lightyears ahead of India in their use of digital health records, but none has anchored its vision as robustly around the public health records, as has the current iteration of the NDHM.

    Making it a success will have to fill the voids discuss above.

    To enable seamless data exchange, all users must be incentivized or mandated to adopt a standard language of communication.  The spiraling burden for documentation had led to absurd situations. It is imperative that India, while embracing global standards, seriously rethinks what to document, when, why, and most importantly, by whom.

    Conclusion

    There is no doubt that NDHM launched will significantly improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency of health services delivery including building a paperless system and will facilitate online consultation with the doctors. But data protection and privacy are the keys to the success of this mission.

    The usual conclusion rests with a generic statement-

    “These tectonic shifts won’t all happen all of sudden. Or within the cyclical tenure of bureaucrats or politicians. And they won’t occur in the absence of the long-overdue overhaul of healthcare delivery in India. But when they do, they will advance medicine and health for all.”

     

    References

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/mains/how-the-proposed-national-digital-health-mission-could-transform-health-system-in-india-what-are-the-concerns-with-it-10-marks/

    http://www.mondaq.com/india/healthcare/980800/national-digital-health-mission-harnessing-technology-to-strengthen-healthcare-in-india

    https://www.theweek.in/news/india/2020/08/15/explained-what-is-the-national-digital-health-mission-how-does-a-health-id-card-help.html

  • Eye-Opener Coming Up! Catch the Second Basic Economic Prelims Test (5th September) to Re-imagine How You Look At UPSC Prelims

    Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

    What was it that initially made Great Britain bleed but subsequently helped it to secure a smashing victory in the second world war? Enigma it was. Alan Turing built the “Turing Machine” that helped decrypt the seemingly unbreakable German Code. Then something very astonishing followed. Great Britain exploited the loopholes of the Enigma itself and the Germans lost without having the slightest hint of Enigma being compromised.

    For a UPSC Aspirant, isn’t the “unpredictable” paper setting pattern of UPSC a modern-day Enigma? But what if there was a “Turing Machine” that could break into this “Unbreakable” code of UPSC? For your amusement, there is one.

    Talking about UPSC Civil Services Prelims, mock test series has become a Categorical Imperative. But which one truly breaks the “UPSC Enigma”? How about one made by Frontline Warriors themselves (Veteran Aspirants) who have successfully cleared prelims five or six times consecutively? Isn’t the collective wisdom of these “Alan Turings” the closest version of a “UPSC Turing Machine”?

    Now, let us speak about the test in question. It’s the eighth test of the newly launched Prelims Test Series for 2021 by CivilsDaily. It’s a Basic Economics Test covering dynamic topics like Agriculture, Industries, Infrastructure, International Trade and related International Bodies.. Let’s see how it is the first step towards breaking the “UPSC Enigma”:

    1. CD Special Questions:

    These questions are special due to their;

    • Mind-Twisting Nature (Deceptive questions that fool you exactly as UPSC does in the real exam)
    • Exclusiveness (These Perspectives / Themes are only available in CD tests). 

    Have a look –

    Q. Consider the following regarding Logistic Performance Index (LPI):

    1. It is released by Word bank bi-annually.

    2. LPI ranking of India has increased over the last few years.

    3. The logistic sector has been given infrastructure status.

    Which of the above statements is/are correct?

    a. 1 and 2 only

    b. 1 and 3 only

    c. 2 and 3 only

    d. All of them

    Try guessing the right answer to this seemingly simple yet tricky question.

    2. Tikdams:

    These are Logical Solving Techniques that help you attempt questions despite having little or no idea about the question. It’s almost like getting a master key to the prelims paper. Have a look –

    Q. With reference to the Zero based budgeting, consider the following statements:

    1. It is a method of budgeting in which all expenses must be justified for each new period.

    2. It is a faster process than traditional cost-based budgeting.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a. 1 only

    b. 2 only

    c. Noth of them

    d. Neither of them

    The test explains this basic question by using a Technique we call “Extreme Exaggeration” (assuming you don’t know the correct answer).

    3. Evidence-Based Question Framing:

    To keep close to the real demand of the exam. Have a look –

    Q. With reference to the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), consider the following statements:

    1. It is aimed at generating self-employment opportunities in the farm sector.

    2. Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is the nodal agency at the national level.

    3. It is being implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a. 1 and 2 only

    b. 2 only

    c. 1 and 3 only

    d. All of them

    Now, UPSC has asked multiple questions on the basic economic functioning and schemes of the economy. You can’t afford to err on a probable question that may be asked on similar lines.

    4. Is the test really BASIC?

    Framing random questions irrespective of the difficulty level of the tests is like serving the same wine in different bottles. Have a look –

    Q. Which of the following are included under Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)

    1. Hedge Fund

    2. Angel Fund

    3. Debt Fund

    4. Mutual Fund

    Which of the above statements is/are correct?

    a. 1, 2 and 3 only

    b. 2, 3 and 4 only

    c. 1, 3 and 4 only

    d. 1, 2 and 4 only

    The motive to incorporate such questions in the basic test is to garner a general idea of the topics before you as an aspirant are mentally ready to face the advanced tests.

    5. Conceptual vs Factual Categorisation:

    It lets you realise your comparative strength in different types of questions. Have a look –

    Q. “Partial Credit Enhancement”, sometimes mentioned in the news, refers to:

    a. Increasing the Credit uptake from Banks for Infrastructure companies.

    b. Enhancing the credit rating of the bonds and enabling the issuer to access funds on better terms.

    c. Restructuring the non-performing assets accounts to make them financially viable.

    d. None of the above

    This is a basic Conceptual question. If you get this wrong, you need to rework the concepts of Monetary Dynamics and Bond Market which are an important aspects of Economy Syllabus.

    So come be a part of our “UPSC Enigma” Breaking Endeavour. Like Great Britain, we shall emerge VICTORIOUS.

    Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

  • Rocket Booster Coming Up – Extra Marks in Prelims 2020 landing at your doorstep | Link for Score Booster Lectures (Tikdams) inside

    Rocket Booster Coming Up – Extra Marks in Prelims 2020 landing at your doorstep | Link for Score Booster Lectures (Tikdams) inside

     

    Click here for Score Booster lectures playlist

    The final stage of the GSLV Rocket i.e. the Cryogenic stage is the most tricky and critical part of the rocket’s flight. But when it executes successfully, the entire country feels thrilled.

    Are the final weeks before the prelims exam any less tricky and critical if you desire that ‘golden entry ticket’ into the Mains Examination Hall? And thrilled you will be if you perform handsomely in the prelims paper by utilizing these few weeks smartly.

    But wait a second.

    This is not about revision. At this juncture, you are mature enough to decide your day-wise subject and time allotment. But what beyond revision? Don’t you want to outsmart the senior candidates who manage to score pretty high with relatively lesser efforts?

    Watch the video shared below. Despite it being a part of our paid programme, on request by a lot of students we are making it available to all.

    https://youtu.be/e5UJm1G1wDA

    Yes. we’re talking about Logical Paper Solving Skills or Tikdams as we call them at Civilsdaily.

    What’s exciting is that a readymade playlist of the initial videos is made available on the internet. Getting a knack over these practical techniques has completely changed the game for many candidates.

    Do take advantage of it. See how Zeeshan sir has dissected UPSC Prelims Questions of past years and tried to impart these special skills to you.

    Click here for Score Booster lectures playlist

     

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    Here you can access the complete playlist of freely available videos and get an entirely new perspective of looking at prelims.

    Ultimately, your Prelims Rocket will get the much-needed thrust by a combination of your command over the syllabus, lots of paper solving practice complemented by these time-tested techniques.

    All the best for your flight.

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    Aspirants, be it at any stage of preparation have a number of questions like: How to start? When to start writing answers? How and from where to cover current affairs? When to start mains? and a lot more of them.

    Well, don’t keep these questions with you. We are here for you. Let’s talk and discuss with senior mentors from Civilsdaily.

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  • 4th September 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

    Important Announcement:  Topics to be covered on 7th September-

    GS-1 Indian Society and Diversity of India.

    GS-4 Case studies

    Question 1)

    Is communalism the biggest threat to the National unity? Explain with examples. 10 marks

     

    Question 2)

    India lacks the governance framework around the government data sets. In light of this, highlight the importance of having non-personal government data open to citizens of the country. Also, delineate the government policies promoting the openness of the non-personal data. 10 marks

     

    Question 3)

    The disruption caused by the pandemic offers a window for India to create enduring changes through economic reforms to take advantage of the opportunity provided by the pandemic. Discuss. 10 marks

     

    Question 4)  

    “Public service is the basic objective of the welfare state”, in the backdrop of the statement discuss the basic public service values that a civil servant must aim to, to ensure effective and efficient public service delivery. 10 marks

     

     

     

    Reviews will be provided in a week. (In the order of submission- First come first serve basis). In case the answer is submitted late the review period may get extended to two weeks.

    *In case your answer is not reviewed in a week, reply to your answer saying *NOT CHECKED*. If Parth Sir’s tag is available then tag him.

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  • Chapter 1 – What is Ethics? (starts 7:30pm) | Ethics 2021, September Batch | Join Ethics group on Habitat (open to all) – Link inside

    Chapter 1 – What is Ethics? (starts 7:30pm) | Ethics 2021, September Batch | Join Ethics group on Habitat (open to all) – Link inside

    DISCUSSION, CASE STUDIES AND ANSWER WRITING, DOUBTS RESOLUTION, STRATEGY, AND REFERENCE MATERIAL

    Join the Ethics Habitat group (Click here)

    (Instructions at the bottom of this page)

    Dear students,

    An important announcement, after sessions on Introductions to Ethics on Habitat group, today Sukanya ma’am will be taking the first chapter – Ethics and Human Interface.

    Our approach

    We are taking a fundamentally different approach to cover ethics.

    Here is what our observation has been with learning on Habitat

    1. Reading from a book can be monotonous. And when you are starting from scratch, completing a book can be a very time-consuming process. Definitely not the best utilization of your time. In contrast, Habitat is a very vibrant ecosystem. It gets you up and running by having deep discussions.
    2. Learning via habitat is easier, quicker, and very less straining on the brain. You could be exhausted and you will still learn a lot of things.
    3. Discussions lead to better retention. It creates strong linkages in your memory. So you do not have to mug up things. You will recall the discussion that happened.

    Every student attending the session is following the conversations and is in a very active state.

    Join the Ethics Habitat group (Click here)

    What all is going to be there?

    The group will be administered by Sukanya ma’am, UPSC toppers and in-service officers. From discussions to answer writing sessions are going to be held there in a planned manner.

    Ethics for UPSC

    Developing strategy:

    How to tackle Section A questions or what should be the approach to write the perfect case study? When so many beautiful minds will be at work, surely we will find answers.

    Planned progression:

    Discussion and syllabus coverage is going to be planned beforehand for a week to ensure we cover each and every topic in the syllabus. It is going to ensure discipline and consistency.

    Example:

    1-Sep-20 INTRODUCTION – DISCUSSION
    2-Sep-20 ETHICS AND HUMAN INTERFACE – DISCUSSION What is Ethics?; Origin of Ethics; Essence of Ethics; Determinants of Ethics; Consequences of Ethics
    3-Sep-20 GENERAL DISCUSSION 3 Schools of Ethics
    4-Sep-20 GENERAL DISCUSSION Approach to Ethics; Dimensions of Ethics; Ethics in Private and Public Relationships
    5-Sep-20 PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS

    ethics plan for upsc

    Join the Ethics Habitat group (Click here)

    Personalized and targeted approach:

    It’s personalized and customized to your individual learning competencies, situation, attitude, and aptitude. You are going to learn as per your learning competencies, we are just going to make it efficient.

    Answer writing and discussion:

    This is one of the most important offerings this group has to offer. Discussions on previous year questions and topic-based questions. Answers to them are reviewed and discussed thoroughly. You don’t want to miss this session.

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    Notes and references:

    All the important readings, references, and materials are suggested and can be shared on a regular basis. Based on the reference material shared, important topics are pointed out and discussed.

    Join the Ethics Habitat group (Click here)

    INSTRUCTIONS:

    1. Click on the link provided above.
    2. Choose Web Application. (Mandatory)
    3. Enter your details. Click on ‘Register a new account’.
    4. Choose a username.

    For access through Mobile app:

    1. Install the Mobile application (click here) from your Appstore.
    2. Click on Join a Workspace.
    3. Enter this in the Workspace URL – habitat.civilsdaily.com
    4. Use the same email id and password as you used above.

  • 3rd September 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

    Important Announcement:  Topics to be covered on 4th September-

    GS-1 Political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism, etc.- their forms and effect on the society.

    GS-4 Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity.

    Question 1)

    “Auschwitz was and is, still the center of Holocaust history”, Discuss. 10 marks

     

    Question 2)

    Transition to digital education from teacher-class based teaching needs multi-pronged efforts. In light of this, discuss the various challenges such transition faces and suggest the strategies to achieve the smooth transition. 10 marks

     

    Question 3)

    What are the objectives sought to be achieved through The Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020 to regulate commercial transactions? What are the issues with the rules? 10 marks

     

    Question 4)  

    “Death is not the greatest loss in life; the greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live”, analyse the quote from the ethical perspectives relevant to today’s contemporary world. 10 marks

     

     

     

    Reviews will be provided in a week. (In the order of submission- First come first serve basis). In case the answer is submitted late the review period may get extended to two weeks.

    *In case your answer is not reviewed in a week, reply to your answer saying *NOT CHECKED*. If Parth Sir’s tag is available then tag him.

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  • AWE – Reminder – Enrollments Open for the Month of September & October and Important Announcement regarding the plan for the Month of September

    Dear students,

    AWE Program is gaining popularity and seeing a lot of participation.    

    We request all students to renew their subscription for the upcoming months. Let’s keep the momentum going. 

    The accuracy and fairness of exams can be impacted by some candidate’s fear or anxiety around the exam process. Taking a test in Civilsdaily’s Daily Answer Writing Enhancement (AWE) Program doesn’t just measure how much you know, it helps reinforce the learning and make it more likely that you can retrieve the same information later.

    It’s a fact that taking an AWE test can actually be more beneficial to learning than spending the same amount of time studying. Answer writing practises through Civilsdaily’s Daily AWE program can reduce test anxiety and helps you ace the GS Mains answer writing. And what is a better way to practice for UPSC Mains Examinations than attempting Questions which are the closest to demands of UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination? The more you are accustomed to sitting for a period of time, answering questions, and pacing yourself, the more comfortable you will feel when you actually sit down to take the real UPSC Mains examinations yourself.

    We are working hard to make the program more featureful, highlight the best answers, show the competency levels of students.

    Here is the schedule for the Month of September for topics being covered in GS Paper 1 and Paper 4

    September 2020

    Date

    		 GS 1

    GS 4
    1st September, Tuesday Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Attitude
    2nd September, Wednesday Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues.  Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world. 
    3rd September, Thursday History of the world including events from the 18th century.  Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters. 
    4th September, Friday Political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism, etc.- their forms and effect on the society. Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity.
    7th September, Monday Indian Society and Diversity of India. Case Studies
    8th September, Tuesday Role of women and women’s organization. Case Studies
    9th September, Wednesday Population and associated issues, poverty, and developmental issues. Case Studies
    10th September, Thursday Urbanization, their problems, and their remedies. Case Studies
    11th September, Friday Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Case Studies
    14th September, Monday Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism and secularism. Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government
    15th September, Tuesday Salient features of the world’s physical geography. Environmental ethics
    16th September, Wednesday Distribution of key natural resources across the world. Human Values
    17th September, Thursday Factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries. Work culture, Quality of service delivery, Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption. 
    18th September, Friday Important Geophysical phenomena such as Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, Cyclone, etc. Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections.
    21st September, Monday Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. Case Studies
    22nd September, Tuesday Indian culture covering the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature, and Architecture. Case Studies
    23rd September, Wednesday Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present. Case Studies
    24th September, Thursday The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country. Case Studies
    25th September, Friday Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. Case Studies

    Monthly Rs. 1300 + taxes: Click2Join (bi-monthly payments accepted)

    The fee is for 2 months combined.

    For more information on how the program proceeds, click here –

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/daily-answer-writing/

  • 2nd September 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

    Important Announcement:  Topics to be covered on 3rd September-

    GS-1 History of the world including events from the 18th century.

    GS-4 Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters.

    Question 1)

    Nehru-Liaquat pact is not only a landmark agreement in the history of modern India, but also a legacy of frameworks of international relations of the past. Elucidate. 10 marks

     

    Question 2)

    The Goods and Service Tax has been a grand bargain in the cooperative federalism. But issue of GST compensation to the States in the aftermath of lockdown threatens this achievement in the federalism. In light of this, explain the issue of compensation and suggest the ways to deal with it. 10 marks

     

    Question 3)

    Key to India’s economic recovery lies in widening its consumer base, so the government must channelize its spending accordingly. Discuss. 10 marks

     

    Question 4)  

    Write a short note on Durkheim’s materialistic explanation of religion. 10 marks

     

     

     

    Reviews will be provided in a week. (In the order of submission- First come first serve basis). In case the answer is submitted late the review period may get extended to two weeks.

    *In case your answer is not reviewed in a week, reply to your answer saying *NOT CHECKED*. If Parth Sir’s tag is available then tag him.

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  • Interview live | UNHERD: “I took mock tests very seriously..” | Priyank Kishore, AIR 61, UPSC 2019 | Link inside

    Dear students,

    We are pleased to introduce you all to Priyank Kishore. He has secured AIR 61 in UPSC 2019 exams.

    Priyank in conversation with Shweta ma’am discussed his approach which makes him unstoppable. Make a note of the importance that Priyank gives to mock tests. He has a lot of other valuable advice for the aspirants.

    Watch the video to know more.

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    About Priyank Kishore:

    Priyank has graduated from Ramjas College, DU, and has done his PG from Delhi School of Economics. His optional was Commerce and Accountancy. This was his second attempt, he is currently undergoing training as an IAAS officer in Shimla. Traveling and exploring street food are some of his hobbies.

    We are proud of Priyank. As a young and dynamic officer, he is going to be an asset to the Indian administration and the country. We wish him all the very best for his future endeavors.

    Unherd Topper Talk series is a Civilsdaily’s initiative. We want to highlight what makes these toppers, their approach, and strategy different from the herd. And you will also be getting a sneak peek into the moments of their lives that are unheard of.

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    Want to see your name in the final list but facing issues like figuring out a successful strategy, or have no guidance, or lack discipline.

    Aspirants, be it at any stage of preparation have a number of questions like: How to start? When to start writing answers? How and from where to cover current affairs? When to start mains? and a lot more of them.

    Well, Don’t keep these questions with you. We are here for you. Let’s talk and discuss.

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  • (urgent) UPSC prelims 2020 Admit Cards released | Special instructions related to COVID | Direct link to download inside.

    Dear students,

    UPSC has released admit cards for Civil Services (Preliminary) examination, 2020. The exam is scheduled to be held on 4th Oct 2020.

    Click here to download your admit card.

    Do read the instructions carefully. In the wake of COVID, special instructions have been issued by UPSC.

    Special instruction related to Covid

    1. Wearing mask/face cover is mandatory for all candidates. Candidates without mask/face cover will not be allowed entry into the Venue.
    2. Candidates have been allowed to carry their hand sanitizer (small size) in a transparent bottle.
    3. Candidates must follow COVID 19 norms of ‘social distancing’ and ‘personal hygiene’ inside the exam hall and the premises of the Venue.

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