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28th September
[Burning Issue] High-speed Rail debate
Why in News? The government of India recently decided to build a high-speed rail (HSR) corridor between Mumbai and Ahmadabad at a cost of Rs 97,636 crore with Japanese financial and technical assistance. What do we understand by High-Speed Rail? High-speed rail is a type of rail transport that operates significantly faster than traditional rail… Continue reading [Burning Issue] High-speed Rail debate
ESSAY PAPER – UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination – 2018
No questions on women, education, social issues. Mostly philosophical topics. Section A had objective topics (1&4) but Section B was a bummer. Let us know what you think? SECTION – A 1.Alternative technologies for a climate change resilient India 2.A good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge 3.Poverty anywhere is a… Continue reading ESSAY PAPER – UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination – 2018
27th September
27 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 27 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
26 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Financial Inclusion Index, recently seen in the news, is prepared by: a) RBI b) IRDA c) Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance d) Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance Inspired by: [pib] Financial Inclusion Index https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-financial-inclusion-index/ Q.2) PSBLoansin59min is related to: a) RBI report on NPA crisis b) A fintech portal for faster loan processing c) A new… Continue reading 26 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] HECI to replace UGC
Why in News? Union Ministry of Human Resource has prepared draft Higher Education Commission of India Bill, 2018 to repeal of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, 1956 and for the establishment of the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) with focus on improving academic standards and the quality of Higher Education Why the need… Continue reading [Burning Issue] HECI to replace UGC
26th September
26 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 26 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
25 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Recently the centenary of Dakshina Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha was celebrated. Which of the given statements about Dakshina Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha is/are correct? It was founded by Mahatma Gandhi along with Annie Besant. Gandhi himself took the first Hindi class in Madras. In 1964, the institution was recognised by the Indian Government as… Continue reading 25 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] Government bans use of petcoke as fuel
Why in news? The Directorate General of Foreign Trade banned the use of imported petcoke as fuel. Use of Petcoke is allowed only for cement, lime kiln, calcium carbide and gasification industries when used as the feedstock or in the manufacturing process on actual user condition Why this relaxation? The decision to modify its ban… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Government bans use of petcoke as fuel
25th September
25 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 25 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
Remember about ASEAN with Marker Technique
This video is made by Piyush Sadangi under the CD Launchpad initiative Use Headphones for better voice quality It discusses all important details about ASEAN via a unique methodology named Marker Technique to retain concepts better. Let us know the review in the comments section of the video
This video is made by Piyush Sadangi under the CD Launchpad initiative Use Headphones for better voice quality It discusses all important details about ASEAN via a unique methodology named Marker Technique to retain concepts better. Let us know the review in the comments section of the video
24 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) The Rule of Law Index is released by- a) UNECOSOC b) UNHCR c) World Justice Project d) International Court of Justice Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The law of happiness https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-the-law-of-happiness/ Q.2) Which of the following organisations are not included in World Bank Groups Country Partnership Framework (CPF)? a) International Bank for Reconstruction and Development… Continue reading 24 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] Gobar Dhan Yojana
Gobar Dhan Scheme: Galvanising Organic Bio-Agro Resources-Dhan Introduction The PM called for educating people about the utilization of Cattle Dung for converting into more valuable fuel thus improving the lives of villagers. Objectives 1. Make farmers more self-reliant by generating an alternate source of income. 2. Generate wealth and energy from cattle and other waste.… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Gobar Dhan Yojana
24th September
22 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) With reference to the National Board of Examination (NBE), which of the following statements is/are correct? NBE is an autonomous body under the Ministry of HRD. It conducts NEET and JEE exams for higher education in Medical and Engineering careers. It is also the nodal agency for conducting the licensing examination for Indian Citizens… Continue reading 22 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
24 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 24 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
[Burning Issue] Law against Fugitives
Why in News? The Union cabinet recently approved Fugitive Economic Offenders Bill to confiscate assets of those who flee the country and refuse to return after committing frauds in excess of Rs. 100 crore. Who is a fugitive economic offender? Fugitive economic offender is a person who has an arrest warrant issued in respect of… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Law against Fugitives
Last Minute Tips Before Mains 2018
With the vacancies for this year being around 782, the cut-off for Main is expected to be even higher. Thus, a sound preparation strategy is crucial, not only to clear the cut-off but also to secure a higher rank. While what constitutes a sound strategy will differ from one individual to another, what should be… Continue reading Last Minute Tips Before Mains 2018
With the vacancies for this year being around 782, the cut-off for Main is expected to be even higher. Thus, a sound preparation strategy is crucial, not only to clear the cut-off but also to secure a higher rank. While what constitutes a sound strategy will differ from one individual to another, what should be… Continue reading Last Minute Tips Before Mains 2018
22nd September
22 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 22 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
21 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Nikshay Version 2.0 a web based application is related to which of the following issue? a) National Tuberculosis Programme b) National AIDS control programme c) National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP) d) Non-communicable Diseases Inspired by: [pib] Health Ministry launches sputum sample transportation Through Dept of Post https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-health-ministry-launches-sputum-sample-transportation-through-dept-of-post/ Q.2) With reference to the Atal Bimit… Continue reading 21 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] Forest fires problem in India
Why in News? In recent times there are various instances of the forest fire in India, which has huge consequences. Regions where forest fires occur in India The bulk of forest fires in India happens in the tropical dry forests. About 70% of forests in India composed of scrub, grassland, dry and moist deciduous forests.… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Forest fires problem in India
21st September
21 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 21 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
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