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4th September
4 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Reading News for UPSC is utmost important and rising number of questions year on year in UPSC Prelims is a testimony of this We are starting a daily series where we will analyze news covered in The Hindu, Indian Express and other newspapers which are important from exam perspective and which are not Important news… Continue reading 4 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
3 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the “Pravah” Mobile App for E-learning: It is developed by Ministry of HRD. With the help of this app anybody can learn Hindi through his mother tongue.  Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) Only 2 c) Both 1 and 2 d) None… Continue reading 3 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] India-Maldives Relations
Recent developments Maldives immigration authority has not been issuing work visas to Indians since March this year. This is retaliation from the Maldives for India’s condemnation of Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen’s declaration of emergency in February after the country’s Supreme Court reversed the conviction of opposition leader, Mohammed Nasheed, and others. The Maldives has also… Continue reading [Burning Issue] India-Maldives Relations
3rd September
1 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Krishna Kutir, a special home for 1000 widows was recently set up at Vrindavan, Mathura under Swadhar Greh scheme. Which of the following statements about Krishna Kutir is/are correct? It is an initiative of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It is constructed by National Building Construction Corporation (NBCC). Select the correct codes from… Continue reading 1 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
3 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Reading News for UPSC is utmost important and rising number of questions year on year in UPSC Prelims is a testimony of this We are starting a daily series where we will analyze news covered in The Hindu, Indian Express and other newspapers which are important from exam perspective and which are not Important news… Continue reading 3 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
[Burning Issue] Income support model (Telengana)
How Telangana supports farmers with Rs 4,000 for every acre they own Why in News An income support scheme for farmers in Telangana has earned the appreciation of outgoing Chief Economic Advisor Arvind Subramanian. It formally gives scope for the feasible framework at pan-India level. What Rythu Bandhu provides? Under Rythu Bandhu, the… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Income support model (Telengana)
2nd September
How to write Essay in UPSC Mains
The first paper in the Civil Services Examination (Mains) is the Essay writing paper. This paper doesn’t have any well-defined syllabus, so it is one of the most neglected paper during preparation. The vast syllabi of optional papers and general studies papers coupled with the lethargy of aspirants to practice answer writing often leads to… Continue reading How to write Essay in UPSC Mains
1st September
31 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) With reference to the Shale gas exploration in India, consider the following statements: The Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH) is the nodal agency. No clearances as per the Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) process are required for the Fracking activities in the shale gas exploration. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Both 1… Continue reading 31 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
1 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Reading News for UPSC is utmost important and rising number of questions year on year in UPSC Prelims is a testimony of this We are starting a daily series where we will analyze news covered in The Hindu, Indian Express and other newspapers which are important from exam perspective and which are not Important news… Continue reading 1 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
100 Most Probable Topics for IAS Mains 2018
Civilsdaily team brings you the 100 Most Important Issues that need to be read and understood for Mains 2018. This compilation contains all 100 issues that have high probability of appearing in Mains 2018 and beyond. One of the great advantages of having a tech platform which connects daily news and op-eds dynamically to its relevant newstrail… Continue reading 100 Most Probable Topics for IAS Mains 2018
Civilsdaily team brings you the 100 Most Important Issues that need to be read and understood for Mains 2018. This compilation contains all 100 issues that have high probability of appearing in Mains 2018 and beyond. One of the great advantages of having a tech platform which connects daily news and op-eds dynamically to its relevant newstrail… Continue reading 100 Most Probable Topics for IAS Mains 2018
[Burning Issue] Hybrid Electric Vehicles & Fame Scheme
Hybrid Electric Vehicles Conventional cars use an internal combustion engine for power. Battery electric vehicles only use an electric motor and battery, eschewing conventional engines altogether. Hybrid cars have the advantage of both of above type of vehicle. They have, in addition to the internal combustion engine, also an electric motor and a battery. If… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Hybrid Electric Vehicles & Fame Scheme
31st August
30 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) With reference to the India Post Payment Bank Project, consider the following statements: It seeks to provide banking services at doorstep to rural areas. Specially recruited personnel will provide such facilities in remote areas. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) Only 2 c) Both 1 and 2 d) None… Continue reading 30 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
31 August 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Reading News for UPSC is utmost important and rising number of questions year on year in UPSC Prelims is a testimony of this We are starting a daily series where we will analyze news covered in The Hindu, Indian Express and other newspapers which are important from exam perspective and which are not Important news… Continue reading 31 August 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
[Burning Issue] Trafficking of Persons Bill, 2018
Cabinet approves the Trafficking of Persons Bill, 2018 Why in news The Trafficking of Persons (Prevention, Protection and Rehabilitation) Bill, 2018, has been passed by the Lok Sabha recently. What is human trafficking? The action or practice of illegally transporting people from one country or area to another, typically for the purposes of forced labour… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Trafficking of Persons Bill, 2018
30th August
30 August 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Reading News for UPSC is utmost important and rising number of questions year on year in UPSC Prelims is a testimony of this We are starting a daily series where we will analyze news covered in The Hindu, Indian Express and other newspapers which are important from exam perspective and which are not Important news… Continue reading 30 August 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
29 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Prime Minister’s Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC) was formed recently by scrapping two Scientific Advisory Committees (SAC) for the Prime Minister and the Cabinet. Which of the following statements about PM-STIAC is/are correct? It will be chaired by Prime Minister. It is set to act as a high-level advisory body to several… Continue reading 29 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] Fake News Menace in India
Context In last 1 year at least 20 individuals have been lynched or beaten to death in incidents across India, where rumours on WhatsApp have inspired vigilante mobs to swarm visitors accused of being child kidnappers. Dozens more have been injured in similar attacks. Meaning Fake news refers to the deliberate creation of misinformation or hoaxes… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Fake News Menace in India
29th August
28 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Recently Scientists have identified a potential universal influenza vaccine that could protect people against most strains of the virus. Which of the following statements about the vaccine is/are correct? 1. It induces a strong antibody response to a structure on the surface of flu viruses, called the hemagglutinin (HA) stalk. 2. This vaccine could… Continue reading 28 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
29 August 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Reading News for UPSC is utmost important and rising number of questions year on year in UPSC Prelims is a testimony of this We are starting a daily series where we will analyze news covered in The Hindu, Indian Express and other newspapers which are important from exam perspective and which are not Important news… Continue reading 29 August 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Have a flair for teaching, then we want you
CD is in the process of transforming how students prepare for exams. We are looking for kick-ass teachers and mentors with exceptional command over UPSC syllabus and diverse knowledge beyond standard books. Candidates should 1. Either have exhausted their attempts or should no longer be appearing for exams 2. Should be willing to relocate to… Continue reading Have a flair for teaching, then we want you
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