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26th October
Land Reforms
Reform land ceiling laws
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
Politics and economics of farm bills
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
Why India should consider the next US administration’s approach to China
Solar Energy – JNNSM, Solar Cities, Solar Pumps, etc.
Kisan Suryodaya Yojana
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Room Temperature Superconductivity
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
Dairy production in the Indus Valley Civilization
Air Pollution
What is Yellow Dust?
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in news: Himalayan Brown Bear
Op-ed discussion on Habitat | 9:30 pm onwards | Today’s topic- United Nations at 75 | Join now (Link inside)
Link of Habitat and instructions to join given below. Dear students, There will be a daily op-ed discussion by Ishika ma’am on Habitat. In these discussions, all the relevant dimensions will get covered from both mains and prelims perspective. Since, editorials and op-eds are essential but are ignored by many due to the complexity we… Continue reading Op-ed discussion on Habitat | 9:30 pm onwards | Today’s topic- United Nations at 75 | Join now (Link inside)
This is why you score less in UPSC Essay | Avoid These Mistakes | Video link inside
You get personal (one-to-one) mentorship by Zeeshan sir in Essay FLTs 2020. Click here for details of the Essay program for 2020 Essay paper in UPSC mains exam is undoubtedly one of the most scoring paper. At the same time, it’s the most neglected as well. While one must write at least 20-25 essays before… Continue reading This is why you score less in UPSC Essay | Avoid These Mistakes | Video link inside
(IAS 2021) November batches for Foundation 2021 and UAP 2021 launched | Enrollments are open
Detailed Timetable for Foundation/UAP 2021 can be obtained from here Dear students With October almost gone, we have just 8 months or less for UPSC 2021 prelims. Enrollments are open for our November batch of Foundation 2021 and the UAP 2021 program. The recently held prelims 2020 has shocked veterans and baffled the first-timers. If… Continue reading (IAS 2021) November batches for Foundation 2021 and UAP 2021 launched | Enrollments are open
26th October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Important Announcement: Topics to be covered on 27th October- GS-1 The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country. GS-2 Corporate Governance. Question 1) As an issue, land degradation of land is much more complex than it appears. Explain in context of its relationship with climate change.… Continue reading 26th October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
24th October
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
Importance of maritime domain for India and role of Quad in it
Foreign Policy Watch: United Nations
Looking back at India’s journey at the UN
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
Base Year of CPI- Industrial Workers revised to 2016
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
Forex Reserves hit a record high
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Action Plan for Vulture Conservation 2020-2025
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
In news: International Labour Organization
For those who cleared Prelims 2020 and for those who did not | Fill Samanvaya form to discuss with us
Last night UPSC released ‘the PDF’, the result of CSE prelims 2020. Irrespective of who you are, you need a plan for your next move (Mains in Jan 2021 or Pre in June 2021). We’ve released Samanvaya form. Fill it and our senior mentors will call you within 24 hours. Let us discuss. UPSC prelims… Continue reading For those who cleared Prelims 2020 and for those who did not | Fill Samanvaya form to discuss with us
[Burning Issue] Uproar over AP CM’s letter to CJI
The judiciary is weakened by the very act of publication when legal remedies are not accessed. When that happens, ‘We the People’ are the losers. Andhra Pradesh CM has stirred a hornet’s nest by writing to the Chief Justice of India complaining about a Supreme Court judge for allegedly influencing posting of cases in the… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Uproar over AP CM’s letter to CJI
23rd October
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
US Secretary of state Visit to India
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
Promotion of nutri-cereals(Millet crop) in India
Human Rights Issues
NHRC advisory on Sex Work
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
UN Report on Gender Gap in Labour Market
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
NASA’s OSIRIS-REx lands on Asteroid Bennu
OBOR Initiative
What is Blue Dot Network?
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Discovering the Tubarial Glands
Didn’t clear UPSC prelims 2020? This is for you.
The result is out and it has not turned out to be a favorable one! Is this the end? What should be your next move? Just wait, take a pause. We’ve something to talk. Please read below and then we’ll talk. Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue… Continue reading Didn’t clear UPSC prelims 2020? This is for you.
UPSC 2020 Prelims Result released | Link inside
Dear students, UPSC has released the result for Prelims CSE 2020 exam. Congratulations to those who have their names in the pdf, Let us gear up for mains. For those who could not make the cut, don’t get disheartened, fill the Samanvaya form (Link below) for guidance on what should be your next strategy. The… Continue reading UPSC 2020 Prelims Result released | Link inside
23rd October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Important Announcement: Topics to be covered on 26th October- GS-1 Important Geophysical phenomena such as Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, Cyclone, etc. GS-2 Role of Family Society and Educational Institutions in Inculcating Values. Question 1) Was the Vesara Style of architecture simple a confluence of Nagara style and Dravida style or did it have its own… Continue reading 23rd October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
22nd October
Higher Education – RUSA, NIRF, HEFA, etc.
The NEP 2020 must look beyond just data science and AI
Cashless Society – Digital Payments, Demonetization, etc.
Analysing the success of NPCI
Coronavirus – Health and Governance Issues
What is ‘Infodemic’ Management?
Air Pollution
State of Global Air Report, 2020
Water Management – Institutional Reforms, Conservation Efforts, etc.
Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation System (KLIS)
New Species of Plants and Animals Discovered
Medicinal plants in news
Minimum Support Prices for Agricultural Produce
[pib] Market Intervention Scheme
NCERTs Discussion (Open for all) | Class 12th -Themes in Indian History Part III | Daily at 8 pm on Habitat (link inside)
How to cover NCERTs? Are they still relevant? How to use NCERTs for both prelims and mains? If you are struggling with questions like these, this is for you (open to all). Habitat link and instructions at the bottom. Details for the next session below. Hello students, After Prelims 2020, there is both confusion and… Continue reading NCERTs Discussion (Open for all) | Class 12th -Themes in Indian History Part III | Daily at 8 pm on Habitat (link inside)
22nd October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Important Announcement: Topics to be covered on 23rd October- GS-1 Indian culture covering the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature, and Architecture. GS-2 Case Studies. Question 1) Briefly discuss various factors that control the formation of soil. Explain with suitable example. 10 marks Question 2) The preamble of the Indian Constitution summarises the aims and… Continue reading 22nd October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
21st October
Banking Sector Reforms
SC asks govt to implement ‘interest waiver’ scheme at the earliest
Defence Sector – DPP, Missions, Schemes, Security Forces, etc.
Issues with dilution of offset condition for defence procurement
Police Reforms – SC directives, NPC, other committees reports
Reforms police in India need
Electoral Reforms In India
Govt. hikes poll expenditure ceiling by 10%
North-East India – Security and Developmental Issues
Assam-Mizoram Boundary Dispute
Digital India Initiatives
Ghar Tak Fibre Scheme
Coronavirus – Health and Governance Issues
Ayushman Sahakar Scheme
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in news: Lion-tailed Macaque
Looking for optional subject experts
Dear all, We’ve built an amazing community of students preparing for civil services. How we differ is in our approach to mentorship. It has been the key focus area for Civilsdaily. The concept is simple. With the high levels of competition, students need handholding so they can build the initial momentum and get a rhythm… Continue reading Looking for optional subject experts
21st October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Important Announcement: Topics to be covered on 22nd October- GS-1 Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. GS-2 Case Studies. Question 1) The first two decades of the twentieth century created conditions for the emergence of socialism in Indian setting. How did… Continue reading 21st October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
20th October
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
AIDS & India
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Bangladesh
Opportunities for India in Bangladesh’s economic success
Terrorism and Challenges Related To It
Security implications of Doha Accord for India
Financial Inclusion in India and Its Challenges
[pib] Framework for Regulatory Sandbox
Indian Navy Updates
Malabar Naval Exercise
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
[pib] Asafoetida (Heeng) cultivation in Himalayan Region
What are District Development Councils (DDCs)?
20th October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Important Announcement: Topics to be covered on 21st October- GS-1 Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present. GS-2 Case Studies. Question 1) How does India see its place in the economic space of rising natural resource rich Africa? Discuss. 10 marks Question 2) The growing economic prosperity of… Continue reading 20th October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
[Burning Issue] 15 Years of Right to Information
“Information is the currency of democracy.” – Thomas Jefferson Fifteen years have passed since the Right to Information Act, 2005 was enacted. With this Act, India took a step forward to move away from the colonial system of arbitrary government to an era of more transparent and accountable government. What led to the introduction… Continue reading [Burning Issue] 15 Years of Right to Information
19th October
President’s Rule
Issues related to the Office of Governor
Police Reforms – SC directives, NPC, other committees reports
Still awaiting police reform
Water Management – Institutional Reforms, Conservation Efforts, etc.
[pib] Buldhana Pattern of water conservation
Indian Navy Updates
[pib] Exercise SLINEX-20
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Ladakh Fault in Indus Suture Zone (ISZ)
Civil Aviation Sector – CA Policy 2016, UDAN, Open Skies, etc.
India’s First Seaplane Project
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Thanjavur Art Plates
Water Management – Institutional Reforms, Conservation Efforts, etc.
Places in news: Mullaperiyar Dam
Capital Markets: Challenges and Developments
What are Hybrid Funds?
New Species of Plants and Animals Discovered
ZSI lists Skinks of India
19th October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Important Announcement: Topics to be covered on 20th October- GS-1 Factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries. GS-2 Case Studies. Question 1) Urbanization is considered as an agent of socio-economic growth. Do you think Indian Urbanization has helped in India’s socio economic growth? Discuss. 10 marks Question 2) What are… Continue reading 19th October 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
18th October
160+ In Essay Was Never This Easy | Boost Your Score Through Dedicated Mentorship | Essay FLTs 2020 (video link inside)
Enroll here for Essay FLTs 2020 How to write an essay that will fetch you 160+ marks in IAS mains exam? What are the components of a great essay? How to write philosophical essays? Like these, you might’ve got a lot of questions. Zeeshan sir will be live today at 7 pm to unlock the… Continue reading 160+ In Essay Was Never This Easy | Boost Your Score Through Dedicated Mentorship | Essay FLTs 2020 (video link inside)
Mains FLTs 2020 – First test is Live | Attempt the paper now | Timetable inside
Have you started the mains answer writing practice yet? The first test of Mains FLTs 2020 is live now. Instruction on where to find and attempt the test below. Click here to enroll in Mains FLTs 2020 Download PDF for better visibility – Mains FLTs 2020 Timetable Where to find and attempt the test? After… Continue reading Mains FLTs 2020 – First test is Live | Attempt the paper now | Timetable inside
17th October
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
Farm Bills latest step in sequential freeing up of farm sector
Analysing the trends in India’s population growth
India’s Bid to a Permanent Seat at United Nations
Opportunity for India to push for reforms at the UN
Hunger and Nutrition Issues – GHI, GNI, etc.
Highlights of the Global Hunger Report, 2020
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Russia
What is New START Treaty?
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Russia
Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO)
Cyber Security – CERTs, Policy, etc
Five Eyes (FVEY) group of nations
Police Reforms – SC directives, NPC, other committees reports
What are ‘Chapter Proceedings’ by Police?
Port Infrastructure and Shipping Industry – Sagarmala Project, SDC, CEZ, etc.
National Authority of Ship Recycling (NASR)
All India Open Mains Test 2020 | GS paper 1 – Full-Length test – 18th Oct | Registration link inside | Open for all
Instructions and link to register for the Open test below. Test will be made live at 10 a.m. tomorrow. Click here for the Open test. Instructions below. Dear students, We have launched Mains 2020 Full-Length Test series, and are providing the first test of the series as open to all. Details of the test Subject:… Continue reading All India Open Mains Test 2020 | GS paper 1 – Full-Length test – 18th Oct | Registration link inside | Open for all
[Burning Issue] CRISPR Technology and Associated Concerns
The CRISPR-Cas9 system has revolutionized genetic manipulations and made gene editing simpler, faster and easily accessible to most laboratories. To its recognition, this year, the French-American duo Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer Doudna have been awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize for chemistry for CRISPR. Gene editing using CRISPR technology The CRISPR is an acronym for Clustered… Continue reading [Burning Issue] CRISPR Technology and Associated Concerns
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