When every economist worth his salt is getting pulled by print and digital media to share his/ her views on… Continue reading Why is India not able to climb the Ease of Doing Business Rankings?

Anyone here with management optional? Unlike other optionals we don’t get much traction in terms of questionnaire, peer group, feedback… Continue reading Management Optional

GS4 (Ethics) Although India is a secular country, religion has a significant role in politics. Do you agree? How does… Continue reading 27 Oct 2016 | GS4 | Although India is a secular country, religion has a significant role in politics. Do you agree? How does religion affect politics and peoples attitudes in matters of politics?

GS3 (Indian Economy) Ease of doing Business in India depends a lot on not just freedom to enter but also… Continue reading 27 Oct 2016 | GS3 | Ease of doing Business in India depends a lot on not just freedom to enter but also freedom to exit. In the light of the above statement critically discuss how the recently passed Bankruptcy Bill will improve the ease of doing business in India.

GS2 (Governance) Do you think that the Indian Penal Code requires a thorough revision to meet the changing needs of… Continue reading 27 Oct 2016 | GS2 | Do you think that the Indian Penal Code requires a thorough revision to meet the changing needs of the twenty-first century? Critically discuss.

GS1 (Urbanisation, problems and remedies) Critically analyze the initiative like “car free day” in tackling urban congestion and air pollution.

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Rules of engagement for this thread ** Don’t top post (start a new message ) unless it is a new topic.… Continue reading [Official] English Literature Optional | IAS Mains | Daily Initiative

GS4 (Case study) Nuclear weapons are the most destructive weapons ever developed. The right to possess these weapons is an… Continue reading 26 Oct 2016 | GS4 | So far, despite the NPT, those who were recognized as nuclear powers have not upheld their side of the bargain and disarmed. This has led to the question of whether other countries should also have a right to nuclear armament. Those that are trying to prevent these regimes gaining nuclear weapons counter that despite slow progress the NPT still applies. They are worried that weapons developed by less wealthy states are more likely to fall into the hands of terrorists, either through a lack of secure facilities or through being sold. Bring out valid arguments in favour of nuclear disarmament.

GS3 (Indian Economy) What do you understand by MCLR? Why was it introduced in India? Why have we not been… Continue reading 26 Oct 2016 | GS3 | What do you understand by MCLR? Why was it introduced in India? Why have we not been able to achieve perfect monetary transmission till now? What should be done to improve the situation?

GS2 (Polity and Governance) The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2016 passed by the Parliament is thought to… Continue reading 26 Oct 2016 | GS2 | The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2016 passed by the Parliament is thought to be a welcome move but various concerns still persist about the child labour. In the light of the above statement, critically discuss the various amendments to Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act.

GS1 (Indian Society) Recently the government has come with a draft bill on passive euthanasia. What is passive euthanasia? What… Continue reading 26 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Recently the government has come with a draft bill on passive euthanasia. What is passive euthanasia? What are the concerns associated with the practice and the bill?

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GS4 (Ethics) Over the years there have been many instances of moral policing in India. What is its impact on… Continue reading 25 Oct 2016 | GS4 | Over the years there have been many instances of moral policing in India. What is its impact on society? How would you deal with the issue?