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14th September
Fake news menace
Note4Students Fake news had incited violence among various communities.it also mislead the people into deep misunderstanding. Government has to take serious measures to contain fake news. So this discussion will help to understand various perspectives. Introduction Fake news is a threat to democracy in a way more perverse than most people appreciate. In these times… Continue reading Fake news menace
Do we require a security policy
Note4Students India has been fighting with proxy state terrorists since independence. Nuclear weapon owned neighbours posing formidable threats to the national security. Moreover as a regional power India has gained commendable respect among the world countries. Â So it is important to discuss about to design a national security policy. Introduction Unlike other democracies, India does… Continue reading Do we require a security policy
Naxalism Problem faced by India
Note4Students Prevalence of peace is the one the pre requisite for the development. Left wing extremism had engulfed many developmental efforts with its sheer coercive action. A civil administration–police coordinated action is required to bring the peace in the red corridor. Home ministry’s new policy of SAMADHAN tries to achieve a multi-dimensional development agenda through… Continue reading Naxalism Problem faced by India
Cyber security threats faced by india
Note4Students Cyber security one of the most important topics surfaced in this year. Various incidents of cyber-attack necessitated the engineering of stronger cyber defence mechanisms. In this context, this following article will provide an insight about cyber security. Introduction India witnessed more than 27,000 cyber security threat incidents in the first half of 2017. Authorities… Continue reading Cyber security threats faced by india
Please try to give authentic data.
Not always, but many a times I encounter a wrong data in the articles and the daily current affairs. For example in todays news the bullet train case the Japan has given a soft loan of ₹88000 crore with the interest rate of 0.1% per annum but you people have written some wrong data. Things… Continue reading Please try to give authentic data.
India should have an evacuation plan for overseas workers
Note4Students Escalated tension in the various parts world necessitated an evacuation plan. Considering the size of Indian diaspora, tentative plans would not be successful in every instance. So this topic is important for mains examination. Introduction India has extensive experience conducting evacuation operations, but given the rising economic contributions and political influence of Indian citizens… Continue reading India should have an evacuation plan for overseas workers
Proposed wage code bill: Significance & issues
Note4Students The Union Cabinet has approved the new wage code bill. The Code on Wages, 2017 was introduced in Lok Sabha by the Minister of Labour and it is recently cleared by Cabinet. The Code would ensure universal minimum wage for all industries and workers. It will also cover those workers who are getting monthly… Continue reading Proposed wage code bill: Significance & issues
Should First past the post system be replaced with Proportional Representation system
Note4Student: After string of victories of BJP in all major elections The Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances, Law and Justice, headed by senior congress leader Anand Sharma called for debate on reforms in adoption of First past the post system and also suggested a dual system where separate votes for a candidate and a… Continue reading Should First past the post system be replaced with Proportional Representation system
14 September 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
Q.1) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Fractional Distillation’: 1. Reverse Osmosis. 2. condensation 3. vaporization 4. Osmosis Select the correct option using the codes given below. a) 2 and 3 only b) 1 and 4 only c) 1, 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.2) Which of the following equations… Continue reading 14 September 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
13th September
Enemy protection ordinance: issues and analysis
Note4Students Enemy property amendment bill caused large uproar in the parliament. Opposition called it as a anti minority bill. It also budded as undermining fundamental right guaranteed under article 14. So it is important to understand the details of enemy property act. Introduction Parliament passed The Enemy Property (Amendment and Validation) Bill, 2016, incorporating comprehensive… Continue reading Enemy protection ordinance: issues and analysis
Should there be simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha
Note4Students: The idea of holding simultaneous elections for both Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha has been recommended by many experts. This topic is important for mains as it is in news from quite some time. Introduction Some time back, honourable PM had recommended holding of simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections all over the country… Continue reading Should there be simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha
Should no detention policy be Scrapped
Context It has been debated from long that the no-detention policy should be scrapped as it has negatively impacted quality of basic education in the country. Recently, Union Cabinet has approved the scrapping of the no-detention policy in schools till Class VIII. Various states, including Delhi, have raised serious objections against the no-detention policy, citing… Continue reading Should no detention policy be Scrapped
Setting up of common water disputes settlement tribunal
Note4Students: India is facing a lot of inter-state water disputes. Most of the tribunals that have been set up have failed to arrive at a solution. Will this new mechanism solve the problem? This is important from context of GS-2. Context In view of the ongoing water disputes in the country, Union Cabinet has proposed… Continue reading Setting up of common water disputes settlement tribunal
Proxy voting for NRIs
Note4Students: It was debated from long time to give voting rights to NRIs in some form. The govt has proposed for giving proxy voting rights. Lets see what the debate is all about? Context The Union Cabinet has cleared a proposal to extend proxy voting to overseas Indians by amending electoral laws. What is proxy voting… Continue reading Proxy voting for NRIs
Should national anthem be Made mandatory in cinema halls
Note4Students Debate of patriotism and nationalism gained traction after the judgment of the SC .Critics argued that nationalism is an intrinsic value of behaviour which cannot be enforced through judgements. And such enforcements will not be able to instil the patriotic feeling in the mind of people. So, in the larger perspective, this discussion tries… Continue reading Should national anthem be Made mandatory in cinema halls
Proposal for National court of appeal
Note4Students The proposal for establishment of NCA has been discussed over quite period of time. You need to study what are all aspects of the issue. Context The Centre and the Supreme Court have been deliberating on establishment of Courts of Appeal from quite some time. What is a National Court of Appeal? The National… Continue reading Proposal for National court of appeal
Should Liquor be banned on highways
Note4Students Liquor banning brings the larger debate effectiveness of single dimensioned approach to achieve a desired target. As states are losing huge amount of revenue , effectiveness of this verdict should be discussed. Introduction The Supreme Court has called for a complete ban on sale of liquor along national and state highways. Supreme Court Judgement… Continue reading Should Liquor be banned on highways
Should Lateral entry be allowed in civil services
Note4Students: If lateral entry is allowed in civil services, it could be a game changing decision. The government has sought recommendations in this regard. This issue can also be linked to GS Mains paper 2 topic i.e. role of Civil service in Democracy. UPSC has asked question on Similar type of issue in Mains 2014(Domain… Continue reading Should Lateral entry be allowed in civil services
Do India require All India Judicial Services
Note4Students: There has been lingering issues of inefficiency, pendency of cases and vacancy of judges within the Indian judiciary. Recently union government sought the opinion of attorney general with regards to the AIJS. So discussion over AIJS is important. Introduction Article 309 of the Constitution deals with the recruitment and conditions of service of persons… Continue reading Do India require All India Judicial Services
IPR Policy 2016
Image Source Note4students It is very important for India to defend its IPR. And India wants to protect its rights in world trade. Introduction Last year, Indian Government has released India’s National Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy. The Policy which is in compliance with WTO’s (World Trade Organisation) agreement on TRIPS (Trade Related aspects… Continue reading IPR Policy 2016
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