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3rd December
3 Dec | Target Mains: GS Questions
GS1 (Urbanization, their problems and their remedies) Of late Urban floods have become more frequent. Explain the causes of Urban floods in relation to floods in Chennai. References: Urban Drainage – Components, Case of Chennai floods GS2 (India and its neighbouring countries) India hosts the Heart of Asia (HoA) conference this week in Amritsar.… Continue reading 3 Dec | Target Mains: GS Questions
3 Dec | GS4 | Lifeline Nehemiah Projects in Freetown is among the key organisations which has been working with Ebola-affected, survivors and orphans. A serious situation like Ebola requires ethical responsibility and a mindset change on the part of citizens. Discuss the role that people of a country play in times of need.
GS4 (Ethics) Lifeline Nehemiah Projects in Freetown is among the key organisations which has been working with Ebola-affected, survivors and orphans. A serious situation like Ebola requires ethical responsibility and a mindset change on the part of citizens. Discuss the role that people of a country play in times of need. Ref: CD Op-ed
3 Dec | GS3 | In 2015, the total number of people with HIV in India was estimated to be 2.1 million. Of this, 1.5 million were detected and tested at integrated counselling and testing centres (ICTC) and about a million people are on treatment. This leaves about half a million who are unaware of their HIV status. How has India dealt with HIV in the past years? What measures should be taken in future to fight against the deadly disease?
GS3 (Development in Science) In 2015, the total number of people with HIV in India was estimated to be 2.1 million. Of this, 1.5 million were detected and tested at integrated counselling and testing centres (ICTC) and about a million people are on treatment. This leaves about half a million who are unaware of their… Continue reading 3 Dec | GS3 | In 2015, the total number of people with HIV in India was estimated to be 2.1 million. Of this, 1.5 million were detected and tested at integrated counselling and testing centres (ICTC) and about a million people are on treatment. This leaves about half a million who are unaware of their HIV status. How has India dealt with HIV in the past years? What measures should be taken in future to fight against the deadly disease?
3 Dec | GS2 | India hosts the Heart of Asia (HoA) conference this week in Amritsar. It is aimed at speeding up reconstruction in war-torn Afghanistan and bringing peace and normalcy to the nation. Throw light on India-Afghanistan bilateral ties and India’s strategic interests.
GS2 (India and its neighbouring countries) India hosts the Heart of Asia (HoA) conference this week in Amritsar. It is aimed at speeding up reconstruction in war-torn Afghanistan and bringing peace and normalcy to the nation. Throw light on India-Afghanistan bilateral ties and India’s strategic interests. Ref: CD Op-ed IE Previous Year Question (2013) The… Continue reading 3 Dec | GS2 | India hosts the Heart of Asia (HoA) conference this week in Amritsar. It is aimed at speeding up reconstruction in war-torn Afghanistan and bringing peace and normalcy to the nation. Throw light on India-Afghanistan bilateral ties and India’s strategic interests.
3 Dec | GS1 | Of late Urban floods have become more frequent. Explain the causes of Urban floods in relation to floods in Chennai.
GS1 (Urbanization, their problems and their remedies) Of late Urban floods have become more frequent. Explain the causes of Urban floods in relation to floods in Chennai. References: Urban Drainage – Components, Case of Chennai floods
2nd December
3 Dec 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
Dear students, When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better. NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download Q.1) Consider the following statements in the context of ‘HIV/AIDS’. 1. OraQuick… Continue reading 3 Dec 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
2 Dec 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
Dear students, When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better. NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download Q.1) Which of the following cultural heritage comes under UNESCO’s intangible list. 1.… Continue reading 2 Dec 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
1st December
2 Dec | Target Mains: GS Questions
GS1 (Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India) New data from the Civil Registration System of the Registrar General of India shows a fall in sex ratio at birth from 898 girls to 1,000 boys in 2013, to 887 in 2014. Throw light on the reasons for a poor sex ratio of India. Also… Continue reading 2 Dec | Target Mains: GS Questions
2 Dec | GS1 | New data from the Civil Registration System of the Registrar General of India shows a fall in sex ratio at birth from 898 girls to 1,000 boys in 2013, to 887 in 2014. Throw light on the reasons for a poor sex ratio of India. Also list out how the government should work towards its improvement.
GS1 (Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India) New data from the Civil Registration System of the Registrar General of India shows a fall in sex ratio at birth from 898 girls to 1,000 boys in 2013, to 887 in 2014. Throw light on the reasons for a poor sex ratio of India. Also… Continue reading 2 Dec | GS1 | New data from the Civil Registration System of the Registrar General of India shows a fall in sex ratio at birth from 898 girls to 1,000 boys in 2013, to 887 in 2014. Throw light on the reasons for a poor sex ratio of India. Also list out how the government should work towards its improvement.
2 Dec | GS4 | SC has ruled that national anthem must be played in cinema halls across the country before a film is screened, and everyone present must stand to pay respect. According to you, what does patriotism imply in everyday civil life? To what extent is symbolism helpful in imbibing the societal/ national values?
GS 4 (Ethics and Human Interference) SC has ruled that national anthem must be played in cinema halls across the country before a film is screened, and everyone present must stand to pay respect. To what extent is symbolism helpful in imbibing the societal/ national values? Explain with illustrations and justify your answer. CD Op-ed Firstpost… Continue reading 2 Dec | GS4 | SC has ruled that national anthem must be played in cinema halls across the country before a film is screened, and everyone present must stand to pay respect. According to you, what does patriotism imply in everyday civil life? To what extent is symbolism helpful in imbibing the societal/ national values?
2 Dec 2016 | GS3 | What is the objective of new patent box regime? What is experience of other countries with patent boxes? Has enough been done to attract creation of IPs in India? If not, what are suggestions and way forward?
GS3 (Issues relating to intellectual property rights) What is the objective of new patent box regime? What is experience of other countries with patent boxes? Has enough been done to attract creation of IPs in India? If not, what are suggestions and way forward? FE CD Newstrail
2 Dec 2016 | GS 2 | “Principle of independence of judiciary was not meant for personal benefits of judges but was created to protect humans against abuses of power.” In light of the recent statement by the CJI, critically examine the long drawn tussle between the Judiciary and Executive with relevant examples from our Indian History.
GS2Â (Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Ministries) “Principle of independence of judiciary was not meant for personal benefits of judges but was created to protect humans against abuses of power.” In light of the recent statement by the CJI, critically examine the long drawn tussle between the Judiciary and Executive with… Continue reading 2 Dec 2016 | GS 2 | “Principle of independence of judiciary was not meant for personal benefits of judges but was created to protect humans against abuses of power.” In light of the recent statement by the CJI, critically examine the long drawn tussle between the Judiciary and Executive with relevant examples from our Indian History.
Journey of Ramu, a disabled bangle seller to Ramesh Gholap, AIR 287, 2012
Whenever I help a poor child, I remember myself, I remember Ramu.
1 Dec 2016 | GS4 | Gandhiji championed the use of non-violence to fight against evil. What is the relevance of non-violence today? Also discuss its relevance in India’s fight against terrorism and other challenges such as Naxalism.
GS4 (Ethics) Gandhiji championed the use of non-violence to fight against evil. What is the relevance of non-violence today? Also discuss its relevance in India’s fight against terrorism and other challenges such as Naxalism. Reference: National Foundation for Communal Harmony
1 Dec 2016 | GS3 | U.S. President elect Donald Trump has threatened to pull the U.S. out of climate change treaties such as the Paris Agreement. What would be the impact of the U.S. pulling out? What course of action should India take if such a scenario comes to pass?
GS3 (Environment) U.S. President elect Donald Trump has threatened to pull the U.S. out of climate change treaties such as the Paris Agreement. What would be the impact of the U.S. pulling out? What course of action should India take if such a scenario comes to pass? References: Indian Express, Indian Express, The Atlantic
1 Dec 2016 | GS2 | What are Self Help Groups? Discuss some of the problems faced by them. What support has been provided by the govt to them.
GS2 (SHG, NGO’s) What are Self Help Groups? Discuss some of the problems faced by them. What support has been provided by the govt to them? References: Aajeevika, Planning Commission, Economic Times
1 Dec 2016 | GS1 | What was the role of women in India’s freedom struggle?
GS1 (India’s freedom struggle) What was the role of women in India’s freedom struggle?
1 Dec 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
Dear students, When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better. NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Waste to energy processes’. 1.… Continue reading 1 Dec 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams
30th November
No obstacle is too great: Son of a security guard secures AIR 242
If you have set your targets, sky is the limit
What is Market Stabilization Scheme?
Can anyone please explain Market Stabilisation Scheme (MSS)? It’s been a lot in news recently. Google says that MSS is a mechanism to give more powers to RBI to manage liquidity. My query is – what is that RBI can do with MSS that it can’t do with usual procedures like OMO? Why is MSS… Continue reading What is Market Stabilization Scheme?
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