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12th October
Poverty: Definitions, Measurement and Controversies | Part 1
Read about what poverty is, the concept of poverty line and the controversies around it.
Census 2011 | The basics and summary of important findings
The census is a very important source of statistics on various indicators. Given here is an introduction to the census and a discussion of the important findings of the 2011 Census.
12 Oct 2016 | Debate | Should we go for more surgical strikes?
Despite the recent surgical strikes there have been more attacks on army installations and increased infiltration attempts. The Pampore operation is still going on. See here for a brief update –Â http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/pampore-security-operation-to-flush-out-militants-enters-third-day-3078056/ Today’s debate is – If you were the National Security Advisor and were given the responsibility of deciding, by the PM, whether to go… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | Debate | Should we go for more surgical strikes?
12 Oct 2016 | GS4 | The public will only trust the government when it delivers its services efficiently. What are the challenges in delivering services efficiently? How will you improve the delivery?
GS4 (Quality of service delivery) The public will only trust the government when it delivers its services efficiently. What are the challenges in delivering services efficiently? How will you improve the delivery? Best answer Srishty Srivastava wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS4 | The public will only trust the government when it delivers its services efficiently. What are the challenges in delivering services efficiently? How will you improve the delivery?
12 Oct 2016 | GS3 | In order to curb the level of vehicular pollution and not to be left behind than the developed nations, India has decided to meet the implementation of BS VI norms by 2020 skipping BS V implementation. What are Bharat Stage (BS) norms? What are the benefits of these norms and what are the challenges automobile manufacturers and the consumers face if India skip BS V and directly implements BS VI?
GS3 (Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology) In order to curb the level of vehicular pollution and not to be left behind than the developed nations, India has decided to meet the implementation of BS… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS3 | In order to curb the level of vehicular pollution and not to be left behind than the developed nations, India has decided to meet the implementation of BS VI norms by 2020 skipping BS V implementation. What are Bharat Stage (BS) norms? What are the benefits of these norms and what are the challenges automobile manufacturers and the consumers face if India skip BS V and directly implements BS VI?
12 Oct 2016 | GS2 | According to some experts, SC has been unable to focus on matters of constitutional importance due to regular functioning. For what reasons does India need a National Court of Appeal? Critically examine the pros and cons of having a National Court of Appeal.
GS2 (Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Ministries and Departments of the Government) According to some experts, SC has been unable to focus on matters of constitutional importance due to regular functioning. For what reasons does India need a National Court of Appeal? Critically examine the pros and cons of having… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS2 | According to some experts, SC has been unable to focus on matters of constitutional importance due to regular functioning. For what reasons does India need a National Court of Appeal? Critically examine the pros and cons of having a National Court of Appeal.
12 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Recently Bihar government has put a ban on alcohol consumption in the state. What are the social and economic costs the state may suffer due to the ban? Do measures like alcohol ban prove effective in reforming the society and reducing cases of domestic violence?
GS1 (Indian society) Recently Bihar government has put a ban on alcohol consumption in the state. What are the social and economic costs the state may suffer due to the ban? Do measures like alcohol ban prove effective in reforming the society and reducing cases of domestic violence? Best answer Aman Chauhan wrote the best… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Recently Bihar government has put a ban on alcohol consumption in the state. What are the social and economic costs the state may suffer due to the ban? Do measures like alcohol ban prove effective in reforming the society and reducing cases of domestic violence?
12 Oct 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
Dear students, When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This helps the whole community to know more and learn more! Q.1) Consider following statements in regard with ‘Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences’. 1. This year’s Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences goes to contributions in… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
11th October
Internal Security Issues 102 – Jammu and Kashmir Issue | Part 3
Jammu and Kashmir - The steps being taken by the Government and the way ahead.
Internal Security Issues 102 – Jammu and Kashmir Issue | Part 2
Jammu and Kahmir: Recent developments and the surrounding issues.
11 Oct 2016 | GS4 | Is diligence an important value for a civil servant? How would you inculcate it?
GS4 (Ethics in public administration) Is diligence an important value for a civil servant? How would you inculcate it? Best answer Srishty Srivastave wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here, hence scroll down to see those). The answer… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS4 | Is diligence an important value for a civil servant? How would you inculcate it?
11 Oct 2016 | GS3 | What do you understand by universal basic income? Should the inefficient subsidy regime in India be replaced by the Universal basic income system? Critically analyse.
GS3 (Economy) What do you understand by universal basic income? Should the inefficient subsidy regime in India be replaced by the Universal basic income system? Critically analyse. Best answer Bhavika wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here,… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS3 | What do you understand by universal basic income? Should the inefficient subsidy regime in India be replaced by the Universal basic income system? Critically analyse.
11 Oct 2016 | GS2 | While simultaneous elections for Centre and state are necessary to overcome the “policy paralysis and governance deficit, there are practical problems in its implementation. Discuss.
GS2 (Polity and governance) While simultaneous elections for Centre and state are necessary to overcome the “policy paralysis and governance deficit, there are practical problems in its implementation. Discuss. Best answer Kunal Agarwal wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS2 | While simultaneous elections for Centre and state are necessary to overcome the “policy paralysis and governance deficit, there are practical problems in its implementation. Discuss.
11 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Integral humanism of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhaya can solve many problems of the contemporary India. Comment.
GS1 (Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present – significant events, personalities, issues) Integral humanism of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhaya can solve many problems of the contemporary India. Comment. Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Integral humanism of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhaya can solve many problems of the contemporary India. Comment.
11 Oct 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
Dear students, When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This helps the whole community to know more and learn more! Q.1) Consider following statements about ‘Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA)’ 1. It has played a significant role in creating awareness about energy… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
10th October
Internal Security Issues 102 – Jammu and Kashmir Issue | Part 1
Jammu and Kashmir - A quick look at history and an analysis of root causes behind the unrest.
Regarding monthly compilation of mains questions
Sir if possible then can we you provide us monthly compilation of mains answer writing activities ?
Regarding monthly compilation of mains questions
Sir if possible then can we get monthly compilation of mains answer writing activities ?
10 Oct 2016 | Debate | Is religion today simply an appeal to the gods to grant us prosperity?
Recently a 13 year old died after a 68 day fast. The family was prosperous and religious and encouraged the girl to complete the fast. The girl even stopped going to school due to low energy. For a background, read this article – http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/aradhana-samdhariya-13-year-old-with-family-blessing-girl-fasts-for-68-days-dies-jains-outraged-3073080/ This fast was considered a source of pride for the family within… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | Debate | Is religion today simply an appeal to the gods to grant us prosperity?
10 Oct 2016 | Target Mains: GS Questions & DNA Framework
GS1 (Indian freedom struggle) What was the strategy of Indian capitalists w.r.t the Indian freedom struggle? Contrast this strategy with that of the communists and socialists. Demand – What was the relationship of the Indian capitalists with the Indian freedom struggle? Approach – – Who were the Indian capitalists? Were they pro or anti-freedom struggle? (3… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | Target Mains: GS Questions & DNA Framework
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