GS4 (Case study) There was a fire at Central Ammunition Depot (CAD), Pulgaon recently which claimed the lives of two Army officers, one Army jawan and 13 civilian firefighting staff. You are the Director General of Military Operations. The investigation by Army’s Court of Inquiry reveals no evidence of sabotage or a short circuit causing… Continue reading 18 Oct 2016 | GS4 | There was a fire at Central Ammunition Depot (CAD), Pulgaon recently which claimed the lives of two Army officers, one Army jawan and 13 civilian firefighting staff. You are the Director General of Military Operations. The investigation by Army’s Court of Inquiry reveals no evidence of sabotage or a short circuit causing the fire. The investigation documents claim that some of the decisions taken by you in the past were not altogether correct.

GS3 (Issues related to Conservation) The human population boom is the biggest drain on the planet’s resources. So if we don’t consider culling humans, we do not have the right to cull other species. Critically comment in the context of current debate on culling of animals. Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this… Continue reading 18 Oct 2016 | GS3 | The human population boom is the biggest drain on the planet’s resources. So if we don’t consider culling humans, we do not have the right to cull other species. Critically comment in the context of current debate on culling of animals.

GS2 (International Relations) With few achievements in its pocket, BRICS has largely remained a dormant association. In the light of the above statement discuss what major issues/challenges are being faced by this multilateral forum and what should be done to make BRICS a genuine powerhouse. Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question… Continue reading 18 Oct 2016 | GS2 | With few achievements in its pocket, BRICS has largely remained a dormant association. In the light of the above statement discuss what major issues/challenges are being faced by this multilateral forum and what should be done to make BRICS a genuine powerhouse.

GS1 (Indian Society) Despite Schemes like Nirmal Bharat Abhiyaan and Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, why do people in India still defecate in the open? What measures are required to make India defecation free? Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4/10 (if the best answer is an image,… Continue reading 18 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Despite Schemes like Nirmal Bharat Abhiyaan and Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, why do people in India still defecate in the open? What measures are required to make India defecation free?

The UPSC announced that there has been talks of reducing the maximum eligible age of aspirants aiming for Civil Services to 26 years from 32 years presently. This is only for general candidates.

GS4 (Case study) You are recently posted as district development officer for Shivamogga district, Karnataka. Shortly thereafter you found that there is considerable tension in the rural areas of your district on the issue of communalism. Dalits and indigenous people (Scheduled Tribes or adivasis) face discrimination, exclusion, and acts of communal violence. Laws and policies… Continue reading 17 Oct 2016 | GS4 | You are recently posted as district development officer for Shivamogga district, Karnataka. Shortly thereafter you found that there is considerable tension in the rural areas of your district on the issue of communalism.

GS3 (Science and Technology) India’s cash to GDP ratio is one of the highest in world and India lags far behind when it comes to the number of cashless transactions. What are the challenges India faces in moving towards a cashless economy? Best answer Aman Chauhan wrote the best answer for this question and got a… Continue reading 17 Oct 2016 | GS3 | India’s cash to GDP ratio is one of the highest in world and India lags far behind when it comes to the number of cashless transactions. What are the challenges India faces in moving towards a cashless economy?

GS2 (Polity and Governance) The recent amendments to the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2014 offers steps to end discrimination and ensure equality for the affected people. Discuss. Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot… Continue reading 17 Oct 2016 | GS2 | The recent amendments to the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2014 offers steps to end discrimination and ensure equality for the affected people. Discuss.

GS1 (Poverty and developmental issues) While India dreams of campaigns like Digital India on one hand, the data released by Global Hunger Index India’ s findings reflect a cause for serious concern. Discuss the findings of the report and analyse the causes. On which issues does India need to focus in such a situation? Best… Continue reading 17 Oct 2016 | GS1 | While India dreams of campaigns like Digital India on one hand, the data released by Global Hunger Index India’ s findings reflect a cause for serious concern. Discuss the findings of the report and analyse the causes. On which issues does India need to focus in such a situation?

I am currently in sy.bcom. Have started with ncert and hindu for now. I want to do an integrated preparation for prelims as well as mains. I want to apply for 2018 exams so please can anyone give me targets like ideally which subject i should complete in how much period roughly. Any help is… Continue reading Help regarding UPSC exams in 2018

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25 Years since 1991 Economic Reforms: How has India changed and where is India heading? (Its relevance – 2016 marks the 25th anniversary of economic liberalization in India) Instructions: Write the following essay in 1000-1200 words. (This essay topic was suggested by @pablo-escobar, those interested can give suggestions here – https://www.civilsdaily.com/imp-essay-challenge-inviting-ideas/)

GS1 (Modern History) The conditionality’s imposed by Lucknow Pact proved harmful to Hindu Muslim unity in coming years of India’s Freedom Struggle. Critically discuss. Demand – Discuss features and background of Lucknow pact and the conditionality’s which were imposed by the Pact. Since the questions says critically discuss you have to write both the viewpoints… Continue reading 15 Oct 2016 | Target Mains: GS Questions & DNA Framework

GS4 (Quality of service) What are citizen charters and how do they help to achieve citizen centric governance? Also discuss problems in implementation.

GS3 (Disaster Management) What do you understand by heat waves? What factors are responsible for the increasing heat waves phenomenon in recent times in India? What are the possible health hazards of the heat waves? What  needs to be done to reduce this phenomenon?

GS2 (International Relations) BIMSTEC offers India a way out to move forward with our eastern neighbours. Comment in the light of Pakistan’s veto on SAARC agreements in recent years.

GS1 (Modern History) The conditionality’s imposed by Lucknow Pact proved harmful to Hindu Muslim unity in coming years of India’s Freedom Struggle. Critically discuss.