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19th September
Learn Marker Technique for Better Memory
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This video is made by Piyush Sadangi under the CD Launchpad initiative Use Headphones for better voice quality It discusses a unique methodology named Marker Technique to remember things in a better way. Let us know the review in the comments
[Burning Issue] Environmental Performance Index 2018
Why in News? India ranks 177 among 180 countries in the Environmental Performance Index 2018. A drop in the rank from the last index demands a relook at the countryâs environmental policy. About Environmental Performance Index? It is a biennial report published by Yale and Columbia Universities in collaboration with the World Economic Forum. It… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Environmental Performance Index 2018
18th September
18 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 18 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
17 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) In context to the HIV estimation in India, consider the following statements: The first round of HIV estimation in India was done in 1998. NACO undertakes HIV estimations biennially in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) Only 2 c) Both… Continue reading 17 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] Draft Space Activity Bill 2017
Why in News? Recently, Indiaâs draft space activity bill, 2017 was unveiled It aims at promoting and regulating the space activities in India The legislation is expected to encourage both public and private players to participate in Indiaâs space programme. Why is there a need for a space law? Currently, space activities are regulated by… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Draft Space Activity Bill 2017
15 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Gir, Sahiwal, Rathi, Deoni, Tharparkar and Red Sindhi are indigenous breeds of which of the following animals? a) Camel b) Buffalo c) Cattle d) Goat Inspired by: [pib] Dairy Processing & Infrastructure Development Fund (DIDF) https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-dairy-processing-infrastructure-development-fund-didf/ Q.2) National Scholarships Portal is one-stop solution through which various services starting from student application, application receipt, processing,… Continue reading 15 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
17th September
17 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 17 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
[Burning Issue] DBT in the Power Sector
Why in News Recently, the Union and State governments agreed to implement the direct benefit transfer (DBT) scheme in the power sector for better targeting of electricity subsidies. Key features Under the scheme, electricity will be provided to consumers at market rates and those eligible get the subsidy amount directly in their bank accounts. The… Continue reading [Burning Issue] DBT in the Power Sector
[Anudeep D] 10 Days to Mains: Donât Be Intimidated. Be Inspired
UPSC 2017 Topper Anudeep Durishetty has some words of wisdom for all those writing Mains 2018 The centre court at Wimbledon is a remarkable place. Throughout Wimbledonâs history, on the day of the finals, this hallowed arena has been witness to something extraordinary. Many young, promising players who were expected to win the title simply… Continue reading [Anudeep D] 10 Days to Mains: Donât Be Intimidated. Be Inspired
15th September
14 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Recently the âExporting Corruption Reportâ 2018 was released by- a) IMF b) Transparency International c) UN Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) d) Global Organization of Parliamentarians Against Corruption (GOPAC) Inspired by: India among nations with âno or little enforcementâ against foreign bribery: Report https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-among-nations-with-no-or-little-enforcement-against-foreign-bribery-report/ Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Distributed… Continue reading 14 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] Criminal Defamation
Why in News Supreme Court of India in Subramanian Swamy case upheld the validity of the criminal defamation law. The court pronounced its verdict on a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of sections 499 and 500 of the Indian Penal Code providing for criminal defamation. What is Defamation? Defamation refers to the act… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Criminal Defamation
14th September
13 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has recently approved continuation of the Capacity Development Scheme (CDS) for the period 2017-18 to 2019-20. Which of the following statements about the CDS is/are correct? The CDS is a Central Sector Scheme of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The overall objective of the scheme is to… Continue reading 13 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Burning Issue] Competition between India and China in Africa
Background Africa is a continent with various opportunities such as natural resources, demography and socio-economic development which attracts global attraction and competition. According to IMF, 11 of the worldâs fastest-growing economies are in Africa, with many of the nations recording high growth rates. Various countries including India and China have been investing in Africa to… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Competition between India and China in Africa
13th September
12 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Izmir International Trade Show was recently held in which of the following countries? a) Mongolia b) Turkmenistan c) Kazakhstan d) Turkey Inspired by: [pib] India focus country in Izmir International Trade Show https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-india-focus-country-in-izmir-international-trade-show/ Q.2) Recently NITI Aayog set up a Model International Center for Transformative Artificial Intelligence (ICTAI) towards developing and deploying AI-led application-based… Continue reading 12 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
13 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 13 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
[Burning Issue] Coastal Economic Zone
Why in news? Recently, the government approved the establishment of Indiaâs first mega coastal economic zone (CEZ) at Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) in Maharashtra. The CEZ will be located in the north Konkan region spread across Nasik, Thane, Mumbai, Pune, and Raigarh. It will be part of 14 mega CEZ under the National Perspective Plan… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Coastal Economic Zone
12th September
11 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Exercise Nomadic Elephant is an annual bilateral exercise since 2006 designed to strengthen the partnership between Indian Army and which of the following countries? a) Thailand b) Mongolia c) Myanmar d) Malaysia Inspired by: [pib] INDO-XXÂ joint exercise Nomadic Elephant-2018 https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-indo-mongolia-joint-exercise-nomadic-elephant-2018/ Q.2) With reference to the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), which… Continue reading 11 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
12 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 12 September 2018 | High Relevance vs Low Relevance News
[Burning Issue] Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act
Why in News? The Parliament has amended the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986 and passed Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2016 in July 2016. What is Child Labour? The term âchild labourâ is often defined as work that deprives children of their childhood, their potential and their dignity, and that is… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act
11th September
10 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) With reference to the World Summit on Accreditation (WOSA) 2018, which of the following statements is/are correct? It is organised by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). It is held annually to provide platform to stakeholders to share their knowledge and information on accreditation. Select the correct codes from the following options: a) Both… Continue reading 10 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
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