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10th January
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
[op-ed of the day] The age of ubiquitous drones and the challenges overhead
Coal and Mining Sector
[op-ed snap] Mining deep
Forest Conservation Efforts – NFP, Western Ghats, etc.
Green Credit Scheme
Judicial Reforms
Curative Petition
Banking Sector Reforms
Video based Customer Identification Process (V-CIP)
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Why Australia is killing thousands of camels
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Person in news: Manilal Doctor
Indian Navy Updates
[pib] Exercise MILAN 2020
Issues related to Economic growth
[op-ed snap] Limited scope for sharp recovery
10th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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9th January
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
[op-ed of the day] Weathering the storm
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
[op-ed snap] A multilateral alternative, by Asia
Citizenship and Related Issues
[op-ed snap] The Indian Constitution’s unitary tilt
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Explained: Voting at the GST Council
Coal and Mining Sector
FDI in coal mining
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Lithium-Sulfur Battery
[pib] Mutual Legal Assistance
Indian Navy Updates
[pib] Operation Sankalp
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Genome Sequencing of Cobra Venom
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Goldilocks Zone
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Person in news: Revolutionary Ashfaqullah Khan
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Epiphany festival
Decimate Prelims Program | Score 125 + in UPSC Prelims 2020
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9th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 10th January are: Q.1) Salient features of the world’s physical geography. Q.4) Case Studies Question 1) “Regional assertiveness can prove to be a peril to National Unity.” Examine the statement with suitable examples? (15 Marks) Question 2) ‘The Indian Constitution has inherent unitary tilt’. In the… Continue reading 9th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
8th January
Defence Sector – DPP, Missions, Schemes, Security Forces, etc.
[op-ed of the day] There is a design flaw with this military post
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Australia
[op-ed snap] Amidst a tragedy, an opportunity
Mother and Child Health – Immunization Program, BPBB, PMJSY, PMMSY, etc.
[op-ed snap] Children of lesser gods
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
Explained: First Advance Estimates (FAE)
Indian Army Updates
Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) Model
RBI Notifications
Operation Twist
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Middle East
UAE’s new 5-year visa scheme
[pib] Snow and Avalanche Study Establishment (SASE)
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in news: Great Indian Bustard
8th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 9th January are: Q.1) Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism. Q.4) Case Studies Question 1) “The Indian urban and rural life is viewed as the two faces of the same coin. They are mutually interdependent and both have a greater impact of globalization.” In the light… Continue reading 8th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
7th January
Forest Fires
Blaze down under
The Crisis In The Middle East
[op-ed snap]The U.S. is weakened by Soleimani’s killing
Languages and Eighth Schedule
[op-ed snap]A case for inclusion of Tulu language in the Eighth Schedule.
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
State can regulate minority institutions, says Supreme Court
ISRO Missions and Discoveries
Indian Data Relay Satellite System (IDRSS)
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Iran
What is Jus Cogens?
A case for including Tulu in the Eighth Schedule
Ethical Veganism
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Places in news: Nankana Sahib
Agmark, Hallmark, ISI, BIS, BEE and Other Ratings
[pib] New Energy Performance Standards for Air Conditioners
Food Safety Standards – FSSAI, food fortification, etc.
[pib] Network for Scientific Co-operation for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (NetSCoFAN)
[Burning Issue] Killing of General Qassem Soleimani and its global implications
Context Major General Qassem Soleimani, the Iranian Revolutionary Guards commander was killed in a US strike near Baghdad International airport. One of the most popular figures in Iran, Soleimani was known as the most powerful general in the Middle East and has been repeatedly touted as a possible presidential candidate. He was the… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Killing of General Qassem Soleimani and its global implications
7th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 8th January are: Q.1) Effects of globalization on Indian society. Q.4) Case Studies Question 1) Urbanization is not a side effect of economic growth; it is an integral part of the process. Do you think Indian Urbanization has helped in India’s socio-economic growth? Discuss. (15 Marks)… Continue reading 7th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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6th January
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
[op-ed of the day]Spotting an opportunity in changing fundamentals
Citizenship and Related Issues
[op-ed snap]Secularism’s Brexit moment
Food Procurement and Distribution – PDS & NFSA, Shanta Kumar Committee, FCI restructuring, Buffer stock, etc.
[op-ed snap]Lifting growth, containing inflation
Forest Conservation Efforts – NFP, Western Ghats, etc.
Miyawaki Method
Air Pollution
Smog Tower
Drosophila
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
Carbon Stock in Indian forests
Pharma Sector – Drug Pricing, NPPA, FDC, Generics, etc.
WHO prequalifies Serum’s low-cost Pneumococcal Vaccine
Policy Wise: India’s Power Sector
[pib] UJALA & Street Lighting National Programme
6th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
The topics covered in the upcoming AWE on 7th January are: Q.1) Urbanization, their problems, and their remedies. Q.4) Case Studies Question 1) Reduced fertility and mortality rate leading to a rapid increase in working-age population poses several challenges. Discuss while suggesting a way forward. (15 Marks) Question 2) In India, debate on secularism… Continue reading 6th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
5th January
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4th January
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
[op-ed snap] Horror in Kota
The Crisis In The Middle East
[op-ed of the day]Bracing for global impact after Soleimani’s assassination
Tuberculosis Elimination Strategy
[op-ed snap]Eradication of TB by 2025
Wetland Conservation
India’s policies for ‘Urban Lakes’
Railway Reforms
Restructuring of the Railways Board
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
Savitribai Phule’s impact on women’s education in India
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Turtle rehab centre in Bhagalpur, Bihar
Textile Sector – Cotton, Jute, Wool, Silk, Handloom, etc.
[pib] Patola Saree
[Burning Issue] India State of Forest Report 2019 : Part-II
Continued …. Comparison with 2017 report The 2019 survey has found an increase of 5,188 sq km in total forest and tree cover in the country. Tree and forest cover together made up 24.56% (8,07,276 sq km) of India’s area. In the last assessment it was 24.39%. The nation’s tree and forest cover has… Continue reading [Burning Issue] India State of Forest Report 2019 : Part-II
[Burning Issue] India State of Forest Report 2019 : Part-I
Context Forests play an extremely important role in ensuring ecological balance and existence of life on the earth. However, rampant cutting of trees and thinning of forests has been taking place in the country due to activities related to development and infrastructure building, emphasise the environmental experts. Thus, in a bid to keep up the… Continue reading [Burning Issue] India State of Forest Report 2019 : Part-I
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3rd January
Cyber Security – CERTs, Policy, etc
[op-ed of the day] Data and its discontents
Electoral Reforms In India
[op-ed snap] When defection is a mere detour for an MLA
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
In news: Partition of Bengal
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Pakistan
Non-Nuclear Aggression Agreement
Rural Distress, Farmer Suicides, Drought Measures
NCRB Report on Farmers Suicide
Higher Education – RUSA, NIRF, HEFA, etc.
SATCOM technology
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
2020 as the “Year of the Nurse and Midwife”
Arabica Coffee
Digital India Initiatives
‘MANI’ app
Regarding Late Submission of AWE Answers
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