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12th November
[Burning Issue] India’s exit from RCEP
Context India decided to drop out of the RCEP agreement, citing its negative effects on farmers, MSMEs and dairy sector.  What is RCEP? Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between – The 10 members of ASEAN Additional members of ASEAN +3 = China, Japan, South Korea Members… Continue reading [Burning Issue] India’s exit from RCEP
12th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
ANNOUNCEMENT – There is a change in format. Students will now have to post answers on the questions page separately by clicking on the links given below. We plan to track progress for each of the GS papers and to achieve the same, this modification becomes important. Students who are unable to post answers, please… Continue reading 12th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Strategy for Working Professionals for IAS
This video discusses all aspects of UPSC CSE preparation from the angle of working candidates. People who prepare while they are in a job face unique challenges as well as are blessed with special strengths. The video highlights all these and shares tips and tricks which working candidates can apply to ensure the best… Continue reading Strategy for Working Professionals for IAS
11th November
Samachar Manthan Week 21: Origin of ISIS and Death of Baghdadi
This video is part of our Samachar Manthan program. Click here to enroll for the Samachar Manthan Yearly 2019-20
11th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
ANNOUNCEMENT – There is a change in format. Students will now have to post answers on the questions page separately by clicking on the links given below. We plan to track progress for each of the GS papers and to achieve the same, this modification becomes important. Students who are unable to post answers, please… Continue reading 11th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
10th November
[Burning Issue] Death of Baghdadi and Its Global Implications
Context The death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi last week ended one of the most intense and aggressive manhunts in the world. He blew himself in a dead-end tunnel. As a “leader on the run” for more than five years, Baghdadi was more of a symbol for a Caliphate. It will be an… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Death of Baghdadi and Its Global Implications
9th November
8th November
8th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
ANNOUNCEMENT – There is a change in format. Students will now have to post answers on the questions page separately by clicking on the links given below. We plan to track progress for each of the GS papers and to achieve the same, this modification becomes important. Students who are unable to post answers, please… Continue reading 8th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
7th November
SAMANVAYA: Students Preparing for UPSC 2020 > Time to get serious with your prep!
Click here to fill the form and get a kickstart. Dear Students, Our lectures on paper discussions and posts on solutions and sample structures have received over 20,000 hits collectively.  It is time to get serious with your preparation and we have got your back. After numerous conversations with so many aspirants, we have started… Continue reading SAMANVAYA: Students Preparing for UPSC 2020 > Time to get serious with your prep!
7th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
ANNOUNCEMENT – There is a change in format. Students will now have to post answers on the questions page separately by clicking on the links given below. We plan to track progress for each of the GS papers and to achieve the same, this modification becomes important. Students who are unable to post answers, please… Continue reading 7th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
6th November
How to Start IAS Interview Preparation
The interview is the final hurdle before one joins the elite ranks of civil services. But, aspirants are often confused about how and when to start the prep. This video will throw light on this aspect. Need to check your IAS readiness? http://bit.ly/smnvaya | We will call you
6th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
ANNOUNCEMENT – There is a change in format. Students will now have to post answers on the questions page separately by clicking on the links given below. We plan to track progress for each of the GS papers and to achieve the same, this modification becomes important. Students who are unable to post answers, please… Continue reading 6th November 2019 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
Submission of AWE Answers
Hi Folks. It’s great to see that you all are attempting the Daily AWE tests with such passion. Keep it up. But make sure that you submit your test copies on the Daily AWE page only. Some of you have mailed your copies to our team. That is not the right and efficient way. Instead,… Continue reading Submission of AWE Answers
5th November
[Burning Issue] Naga Peace Talks
Context The deadline set by the Centre for wrapping up the Naga peace talks, October 31 has ended up. While the Centre’s interlocutor and now Nagaland’s Governor, R N Ravi, has stressed that some key issues remain unresolved with the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (Isak-Muivah), or NSCN(I-M).  Rise of Naga nationalism The British… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Naga Peace Talks
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