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2nd November
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I have a lot of bookmarks and i want to delete them .. but unbookmarking them one by one takes much time. IS THERE A SIMPLE WAY TO DELETE THEM?
2 Nov 2016 | GS4 | Mass media depicts women in a variety of ways in advertisements etc. How do these depictions influence our attitudes towards women? Should there be changes in such depictions? If yes, what kind of changes should be made?
GS4 (Ethics) Mass media depicts women in a variety of ways in advertisements etc. How do these depictions influence our attitudes towards women? Should there be changes in such depictions? If yes, what kind of changes should be made?
2 Nov 2016 | GS3 | What do you mean by biosimilar drugs? What are the advantages and disadvantages of biosimilars over generic drugs? Discuss the market of these drugs in India.
GS3 (Science and Technology) What do you mean by biosimilar drugs? What are the advantages and disadvantages of biosimilars over generic drugs? Discuss the market of these drugs in India.
2 Nov 2016 | GS2 | There is a very thin line between judicial activism and judicial overreach. Do you think so-called judicial overreach is the direct result of legislative and executive under reach?
GS2 (Polity and Governance) There is a very thin line between judicial activism and judicial overreach. Do you think so-called judicial overreach is the direct result of legislative and executive under reach?
2 Nov 2016 | GS1 | It is said that India is shining but Bharat is drowning. Do you think the gap between India and Bharat is increasing? Critically examine.
GS1 (Poverty and Development issues) It is said that India is shining but Bharat is drowning. Do you think the gap between India and Bharat is increasing? Critically examine.
2 Nov 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
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 helps the whole community to know more and learn more! Q.1) Consider following statements 1. Children suffer greater damage from air pollution since they breathe twice as quickly 2. UNICEF publishes a report titled The… Continue reading 2 Nov 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
1st November
how to calculate the Rate of interest Paid and suggest is it beneficial?
A guy has debt of 5 lakhs INR, he pays10K PA(every month)+ 5K(interest)=10,500 in 1st month ,Rs.10,40 in 2nd, Rs4800,4700 and so on.? what is %interest he is paying,how to calculate it?
31st October
I'm late on test series..
I am joining on November but I’m confused how I will cover past syllabus?
Important World Reports & their Organisations | Important for IAS Prelims
A quick revision list of important indexes and reports.
[update] Special GS columns with an interdisciplinary approach for Mains Examination 2017 by K Siddhartha
K Siddhartha (http://www.ksiddhartha.com) is an internationally known Earth Scientist, Advisor to Governments, Educationist, Author and and Mentor with 40 books, and 1401 qualified Civil Servants to his credit. We will be carrying a series of his articles having an intra & interdisciplinary approach for IAS Mains 2017. New Columns Urban Drainage – Components, Case of… Continue reading [update] Special GS columns with an interdisciplinary approach for Mains Examination 2017 by K Siddhartha
Economics made easy by Manasi Phadke
These are columns by Manasi Phadke, and after you read these you will realise how to integrate economics into your everyday life! Manasi is a consultant economist and analyst. She is visiting Faculty @Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, and has a column in The Hindu Business Line. Articles below are reproduced… Continue reading Economics made easy by Manasi Phadke
Sunday Edition Prelims Questions Part 1
**While the Diwali festivities draw to a close and The Hindu Editions and the Prelims Daily questions resume, try these ones: Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Botanical Garden Conservation International (BGCI) is the largest plant conservation network in the world. 2. BGCI is an IUCN-led conservation network. 3. BGCI aims to collect and conserve… Continue reading Sunday Edition Prelims Questions Part 1
Got a Diwali hangover? Here’s what to do today
Diwali is over and all of you must be feeling guilty about taking the day off. And you must also be wondering why can’t every day be a holiday like yesterday! Well, if you are stuck in the never land between wishing for more holidays and also wanting to get back to your studies here’s what… Continue reading Got a Diwali hangover? Here’s what to do today
30th October
[Official] Commerce Optional | IAS Mains | Daily Initiative
This is the official thread for Commerce & Accountancy optional. This is a self driven initiative for the aspirants with the above mentioned optional subject.
A Comprehensive History of GM crops in India | Issues with Bt Cotton, Brinjal, Mustard
India has the world’s 4th largest GM crop acreage. The world order is – USA, Brazil, Argentina, India. If that’s not interesting enough, then let me add another fact on this – this rank is largely on the strength of Bt cotton, the only genetically modified crop allowed in the country. At present, 96% of India’s cotton cultivation… Continue reading A Comprehensive History of GM crops in India | Issues with Bt Cotton, Brinjal, Mustard
Santosh Kumar Hindi medium IAS Topper 2013
It is all in our head that makes us win or lose the show
30 Oct 2016 | Target Mains: Weekly Essay Challenge
As civilization advances culture declines. (2003 UPSC Essay Topic) Instructions:Â Write the following essay in 1000-1200 words. Download FREE Target Mains compilation – Click here to know how
29th October
grant of special package or special category status to the state of A.P
CENTRAL ASSISTANCE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PEOPLE OF ANDHRA PRADESH
IAS Mains GS 2 Syllabus | Revised UPSC Exam Pattern
Official IAS Mains Syllabus for GS2 | As per UPSC Guidelines Click the [Click here] to find a comprehensive listing of blogs written by Civilsdaily on these topics # Indian Polity [Click here] Indian Constitution – Historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the… Continue reading IAS Mains GS 2 Syllabus | Revised UPSC Exam Pattern
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