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17th January
Human Rights Issues
[op-ed of the day] Preventing mob lynching
Internal Security Trends and Incidents
[op-ed snap] Maoist rebellion: policy fade-out, policy fade-in
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
[op-ed snap] The perils of RBI’s fixation on inflation
Tribes in News
Agreement to end the Bru-Reang Refugee Crisis
J&K – The issues around the state
Suspension of the Internet: What the Rules say, what the SC underlined
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
Women Business and the Law (WBL) Index 2020
Industrial Sector Updates – Industrial Policy, Ease of Doing Business, etc.
Punjab’s new Right to Business Bill
ISRO Missions and Discoveries
GSAT-30 successfully launched
Inland Waterways
[pib] Assam Inland Water Transport Project
Forest Service Mains Result Out ! Students Gear Up for our Interview Program
Congratulations to all those who made it. WR-IFSM-19–RollList-Engl Folks, the level of the competition is immense. It is not like how it used to be 3-4 years back. Very good students with really good writing skills are appearing for the exams. We are seeing such innovative answers from first-timers that it amazes us. We understand… Continue reading Forest Service Mains Result Out ! Students Gear Up for our Interview Program
17th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 20th January are: Q.1) Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present. Q.4) Case Studies Question 1) “Despite the Britishers being colonizers, they helped in rediscovering some of the treasures of Buddhism which were in a deplorable state.” Give your… Continue reading 17th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
16th January
Coal and Mining Sector
[op-ed of the day] Let’s not muddle along on how we share natural endowments
UDAY Scheme for Discoms
[op-ed snap] Power replay
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
[op-ed snap] Reset and reform
Internal Security Architecture Shortcomings – Key Forces, NIA, IB, CCTNS, etc.
Explained: What is the NIA Act, and why is Chhattisgarh challenging it?
Citizenship and Related Issues
Indian Origin Tamils and Sri Lanka’s Citizenship Law
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
Ethnic Unity Law in Tibet
Tourism Sector
Henley Passport Index 2020
Tourism Sector
[pib] Indian Digital Heritage (IDH) Initiative
Oil and Gas Sector – HELP, Open Acreage Policy, etc.
[pib] Saksham Campaign
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
HSN Code
Indian Navy Updates
Exercise ‘Sahyog-Kaijin’
Get ready for the upcoming Geography Advanced Prelims Test on 18th January- sample questions highlighting our methodology
Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS Dear students, 31st May 2020 is the D-day for all civil service aspirants. “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” This quote by Abraham Lincoln clearly sums up how one should prepare for that… Continue reading Get ready for the upcoming Geography Advanced Prelims Test on 18th January- sample questions highlighting our methodology
16th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 17th January are: Q.1) Indian culture covering the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature, and Architecture. Q.4) Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters. Question 1) Explain the mechanism of sea-floor spreading and briefly mention the characteristic features of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. (15 Marks) Question… Continue reading 16th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Interview Guidance Program: Transcend 2019-2020
This video highlights the details of this year’s Interview Guidance Program of Civilsdaily – Transcend 2019-20. Transcend 2019-20 Telegram Group Link Need help with filling DAF? Fill this form and we will take it forward from here
15th January
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
[op-ed of the day] GST may not have been revenue-neutral
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
[op-ed snap] A rough patch
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
[op-ed snap] Not ready for school
Citizenship and Related Issues
Explained: Article 131, on which Kerala has based its challenge to the CAA
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
National Policy for the treatment of 450 ‘Rare Diseases’
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
Annual Status of Education Report (Rural) 2019
Classical languages in India
Six degrees of Endangerment of a Language
Agmark, Hallmark, ISI, BIS, BEE and Other Ratings
[pib] BIS Gold Hallmarking
Coastal Zones Management and Regulations
Centre eases CRZ rules for ‘Blue Flag’ beaches
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Eruption of Taal Volcano
Mains Results Out ! Get Ready for Interviews | TRANSCEND by Civilsdaily – Interview Guidance Program 2019-20
Dear Students, the mains result is out. We have already started to receive emails from students who made it. We will be compiling the results soon. Kindly check the following pdf. Let us know in the comments if you have made it or not. WR-CSME-19-Engl-F The details of our interview program are as follows. Subsequently,… Continue reading Mains Results Out ! Get Ready for Interviews | TRANSCEND by Civilsdaily – Interview Guidance Program 2019-20
14th January
Issues related to Economic growth
[op-ed of the day] Economic reforms are best done brick by boring brick
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
[op-ed snap] The world from Raisina.
Iran’s Nuclear Program & Western Sanctions
[op-ed snap] Iran’s tightrope
Police Reforms – SC directives, NPC, other committees reports
Police Commissionerate System
Ministry of External Affairs : Important Updates
Raisina Dialogue 2020
Urban Transformation – Smart Cities, AMRUT, etc.
Fastest growing cities in India
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Virtual human’ NEON
[Burning Issue] Regulation of Minority Institutions
Context Freedom of religion in India is a fundamental right guaranteed by Article 25-28 of the Constitution of India. The Supreme Court in a recent judgement has held that the state is well within its rights to introduce a regulatory regime in the “national interest” to provide minority educational institutions with well-qualified teachers in order… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Regulation of Minority Institutions
15th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 16th January are: Q.1) Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. Q.4) Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information. Question 1) What do you understand by an earthquake swarm. Discuss the… Continue reading 15th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
How IAS Aspirants Can Ensure Perfect Memory Part- 2
A good memory is a prerequisite for performing well in not just CSE, but also in almost every other part of life. This video discusses how IAS aspirants can make their memory stronger and sharper. NOTE: Want to speak to a mentor at Civilsdaily for your IAS Prep queries? Please fill out this form,… Continue reading How IAS Aspirants Can Ensure Perfect Memory Part- 2
14th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 15th January are: Q.1) Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone, etc. Q.4) Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity. Question 1) Cotton textile industry in India is highly decentralized. Analyze the factors for this decentralization? (15 Marks) Question 2)… Continue reading 14th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
13th January
Capital Markets: Challenges and Developments
[op-ed of the day] Revisiting the NBFC Crisis
North-East India – Security and Developmental Issues
[op-ed snap] Naga peace plan lost in haze of optics, obstinacy
Temple entry for women : Gender Equality v/s Religious Freedom
[op-ed snap] The warp and weft of religious liberty
Citizenship and Related Issues
Explained: Doctrine of ‘Presumption of Constitutionality’
Important Judgements In News
Private Property is a Human Right: Supreme Court
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Artemis Mission
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Kaziranga National Park
Port Infrastructure and Shipping Industry – Sagarmala Project, SDC, CEZ, etc.
Places in news: Kolkata Port
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Person in news: Swami Vivekananda
[CD Exclusive] SWOT Analysis Questions for 3 Types of IAS Mains Qualified Aspirants
Let’s face the facts. Very few of us can face an IAS interview with gusto. The remaining lion’s share of aspirants wails from self-doubt, no matter how much data and mocks we claim to have attempted and cramped. Remember, we have a few hours within which we have to impress the panel. You may be… Continue reading [CD Exclusive] SWOT Analysis Questions for 3 Types of IAS Mains Qualified Aspirants
13th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 14th January are: Q.1) Factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries. Q.4) Ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance. Question 1) “Fossil fuels have, and continue to, play a dominant role in global energy systems. But with mounting scarcity… Continue reading 13th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
11th January
Human Rights Issues
[op-ed of the day] Human rights are not solely an ‘internal matter’
Communicable and Non-communicable diseases – HIV, Malaria, Cancer, Mental Health, etc.
[op-ed snap] Taking a holistic approach to dengue
J&K – The issues around the state
[op-ed snap] Eloquently reticent: On validity of J&K curbs
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
Explained: The fundamentals of the Indian Economy
Freedom of Speech – Defamation, Sedition, etc.
SC underlines restrictions on use of Sec 144
J&K – The issues around the state
SC order on Internet Shutdowns
Financial Inclusion in India and Its Challenges
National Strategy for Financial Inclusion (NSFI)
Defence Sector – DPP, Missions, Schemes, Security Forces, etc.
In news: Dept. of Military Affairs’
Policy Wise: India’s Power Sector
[pib] State Energy Efficiency Index 2019
J&K – The issues around the state
[op-ed snap] Eloquently reticent: On validity of J&K curbs
Cyber Security – CERTs, Policy, etc
[pib] Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in news: Chinese paddlefish
Zoonotic Diseases: Medical Sciences Involved & Preventive Measures
Coronavirus
SAMANVAYA: Students Preparing for UPSC 2020 > 5 months to go – get fired up
We have launched the Decimate Prelims Program. We are putting in our best effort to help all our students get a competitive edge. Click here to fill the form, tell us about your preparation and we will email you a revision plan specifically designed for you. Dear Students, Our lectures on paper discussions and posts… Continue reading SAMANVAYA: Students Preparing for UPSC 2020 > 5 months to go – get fired up
[Burning Issue] Farmers’ suicide in India
Context The national catastrophe of farmers committing suicide since the 1990s, often by drinking pesticides is attributed to their inability to repay loans mostly taken from landlords and banks. The recent data released by NCRB show a very marginal decline in the suicide rate compared to last year signifying the sorry state of Indian… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Farmers’ suicide in India
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