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12th October
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
10 Oct 2016 | GS4 | You are a government official responsible for looking into Right to Education Act violations in your district. You come to know of a man who has beaten his daughter for not taking her 10th class exams. After beating her, he took her to the exam hall. Such corporal punishment is a punishable offence with a 3 month jail term. In the investigation the farmer says that he does not want his children to live in poverty like him. If you send him to jail he says that his family will face severe hardships. What are your options? Evaluate each option, and choose the one you will implement.
GS4 (Case study) You are a government official responsible for looking into Right to Education Act violations in your district. You come to know of a man who has beaten his daughter for not taking her 10th class exams. After beating her, he took her to the exam hall. Such corporal punishment is a punishable… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS4 | You are a government official responsible for looking into Right to Education Act violations in your district. You come to know of a man who has beaten his daughter for not taking her 10th class exams. After beating her, he took her to the exam hall. Such corporal punishment is a punishable offence with a 3 month jail term. In the investigation the farmer says that he does not want his children to live in poverty like him. If you send him to jail he says that his family will face severe hardships. What are your options? Evaluate each option, and choose the one you will implement.
10 Oct 2016 | GS3 | How has the use of science and technology facilitated disaster prevention planning?
GS3 (Disaster management) How has the use of science and technology facilitated disaster prevention planning? Best answer Nitish Singh 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 is being reproduced below… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS3 | How has the use of science and technology facilitated disaster prevention planning?
10 Oct 2016 | GS2 | China’s rising influence in India’s neighbourhood requires India to play a more active role in South Asia. Discuss the statement in the context of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative.
GS2 (India’s neighbourhood) China’s rising influence in India’s neighbourhood requires India to play a more active role in South Asia. Discuss the statement in the context of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative. Best answer Rahul Jain wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS2 | China’s rising influence in India’s neighbourhood requires India to play a more active role in South Asia. Discuss the statement in the context of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative.
10 Oct 2016 | GS1 | What was the strategy of Indian capitalists w.r.t the Indian freedom struggle? Contrast this strategy with that of the communists.
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. Best answer Udyan Ilu wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here, hence… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS1 | What was the strategy of Indian capitalists w.r.t the Indian freedom struggle? Contrast this strategy with that of the communists.
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