GS4 (Ethics) Unfurling the tri-colour at the Andhra University grounds, Vishakhapatnam on the occasion of the 70th Independence Day, Vice-Chancellor,… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS4 | What do you understand by human values? Indicate three human values which you consider universal in nature and highlight their importance in Civil Services.

GS3 (Indian Economy) This year India improved its rank in the WB Ease of Doing Business survey only marginally. The… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS3 | This year India improved its rank in the WB Ease of Doing Business survey only marginally. The survey is said to have many shortcomings in terms of the parameters it uses to determine the rankings. Discuss these shortcomings and whether the rankings accurately reflect India’s attempts at reform.

GS2 (International Relations) What is the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)? What is it’s importance for Pakistan and China? What… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS2 | What is the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)? What is it’s importance for Pakistan and China? What are India’s views on it?

GS1 (Culture) The general perception of heritage in India is biased towards historical monuments, artifacts and scriptures. Analyze the reasons… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS1 | The general perception of heritage in India is biased towards historical monuments, artifacts and scriptures. Analyze the reasons for such a perception and suggest a broad framework of scope of what heritage should constitute with reasons.

The only meaning of success is living your life the way you want to. Instructions: Write the following essay in 1000-1200… Continue reading 13 Nov 2016 | Target Mains: Weekly Essay Challenge

1. India’s first international commercial arbitration centre has been launched at (a) Panaji (b) Bengaluru (c) New Delhi (d) Mumbai… Continue reading Sunday Edition Prelims Questions Part 3

Air pollution has been a constant news theme over the last two weeks. The other few being – Debate on… Continue reading Anthropogenic & Natural Causes of Air Pollution in Delhi | Special Note on Farmers Issue of Straw Burning

GS4 (Ethics) Should our decisions be judged only according to the circumstances? Are our intentions also important? Discuss with the… Continue reading 12 Nov 2016 | GS4 | Should our decisions be judged only according to the circumstances? Are our intentions also important? Discuss with the help of examples.

GS3 (Economics) Capitalism has guided the world economy to unprecedented prosperity. However, it often encourages shortsightedness and contributes to wide… Continue reading 12 Nov 2016 | GS3 | Capitalism has guided the world economy to unprecedented prosperity. However, it often encourages shortsightedness and contributes to wide disparities between the rich and the poor. In this light, would it be correct to believe and adopt capitalism driving inclusive growth in India? Discuss.

GS2 (Water disputes) Recently there have been many instances  of disputes over river water not only inside India, e.g. Karnataka-Tamil… Continue reading 12 Nov 2016 | GS2 | Recently there have been many instances of disputes over river water not only inside India, e.g. Karnataka-Tamil Nadu, Punjab-Haryana, but also between India and her neighbours such as Pakistan and China. Why do such disputes arise? Are these disputes increasing or have such problems always been present?

GS1 (Communalism) Communalism is a social problem which has socio-economic causes and which has socio-economic solutions. Critically comment

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GS4 (Case Study) You are a brand manager in a fast growing food product company. Lately you and your colleagues… Continue reading 11 Nov 2016 | GS4 | You are a brand manager in a fast growing food product company. Lately you and your colleagues have been assigned a project where you to have to form a branding strategy for a new product. The highlight of the product is that it contains lesser calories and is directed towards the new generation who are facing obesity related problems. However, you have come to know that there is a catch. The product contains an artificial low calorie sugar, which has been reported to cause severe health problems.

GS3 (Indian Economy) India’s exports have fallen for almost 2 years now. What are the reasons for such a contraction?… Continue reading 11 Nov 2016 | GS3 | India’s exports have fallen for almost 2 years now. What are the reasons for such a contraction? What measures has the government taken to improve the situation?

GS2 (Polity and Governance) Recently the government has demonetised Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes. The government has said that… Continue reading 11 Nov 2016 | GS2 | Recently the government has demonetised Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes. The government has said that the decision will help combat terror financing and corruption. Explain how demonetisation will help achieve each of these objectives. What are the costs of the demonetisation?

GS1 (Indian Society) Critics point out that India’s population control policy is soft towards the male participant, which has led… Continue reading 11 Nov 2016 | GS1 | Critics point out that India’s population control policy is soft towards the male participant, which has led to many negative implication for women. Highlight those implications and also point out what changes are required in India’s population policy.