GS2 (Polity and governance) While simultaneous elections for Centre and state are necessary to overcome the “policy paralysis and governance deficit, there are practical problems in its implementation. Discuss. Best answer Kunal Agarwal wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS2 | While simultaneous elections for Centre and state are necessary to overcome the “policy paralysis and governance deficit, there are practical problems in its implementation. Discuss.

GS1 (Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present – significant events, personalities, issues) Integral humanism of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhaya can solve many problems of the contemporary India. Comment. Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Integral humanism of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhaya can solve many problems of the contemporary India. Comment.

Jammu and Kashmir - A quick look at history and an analysis of root causes behind the unrest.

Sir if possible then can we you provide us monthly compilation of mains answer writing activities ?

Sir if possible then can we get monthly compilation of mains answer writing activities ?

Recently a 13 year old died after a 68 day fast. The family was prosperous and religious and encouraged the girl to complete the fast. The girl even stopped going to school due to low energy. For a background, read this article – http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/aradhana-samdhariya-13-year-old-with-family-blessing-girl-fasts-for-68-days-dies-jains-outraged-3073080/ This fast was considered a source of pride for the family within… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | Debate | Is religion today simply an appeal to the gods to grant us prosperity?

GS1 (Indian freedom struggle) What was the strategy of Indian capitalists w.r.t the Indian freedom struggle? Contrast this strategy with that of the communists and socialists. Demand – What was the relationship of the Indian capitalists with the Indian freedom struggle? Approach – – Who were the Indian capitalists? Were they pro or anti-freedom struggle? (3… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | Target Mains: GS Questions & DNA Framework

GS4 (Case study) You are a government official responsible for looking into Right to Education Act violations in your district. You come to know of a man who has beaten his daughter for not taking her 10th class exams. After beating her, he took her to the exam hall. Such corporal punishment is a punishable… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS4 | You are a government official responsible for looking into Right to Education Act violations in your district. You come to know of a man who has beaten his daughter for not taking her 10th class exams. After beating her, he took her to the exam hall. Such corporal punishment is a punishable offence with a 3 month jail term. In the investigation the farmer says that he does not want his children to live in poverty like him. If you send him to jail he says that his family will face severe hardships. What are your options? Evaluate each option, and choose the one you will implement.

GS3 (Disaster management) How has the use of science and technology facilitated disaster prevention planning? Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here, hence scroll down to see those). The answer is being reproduced below… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS3 | How has the use of science and technology facilitated disaster prevention planning?

GS2 (India’s neighbourhood) China’s rising influence in India’s neighbourhood requires India to play a more active role in South Asia. Discuss the statement in the context of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative. Best answer Rahul Jain wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS2 | China’s rising influence in India’s neighbourhood requires India to play a more active role in South Asia. Discuss the statement in the context of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative.

GS1 (Indian freedom struggle) What was the strategy of Indian capitalists w.r.t the Indian freedom struggle? Contrast this strategy with that of the communists and socialists. Best answer Udyan Ilu wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here, hence… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS1 | What was the strategy of Indian capitalists w.r.t the Indian freedom struggle? Contrast this strategy with that of the communists.

Cross Border Terrorism - What are the Indian institutions dealing with the issue? Extremely detailed analysis.

Do we have to upload scanned copy of pic as I could not find the mention of pic in guidelines anywhere. I guess for general candidates, scanned copy of age certificate( i.e. Matriculation ) and Degree certificate is all required. Please confirm anyone.

The rules of globalization were written by the West and the Empire. We have only played by it. Instructions: Write the following essay in 1000-1200 words.

Pitch in with your essay ideas here. We will select some good topics and air them on every Sunday. While suggesting a topic – 1. State the essay topic in one line or two 2. Tell us its relevance in the given time and why you think its a possible candidate for UPSC Mains 3.… Continue reading [IMP] Essay Challenge – Inviting Ideas

@CD and the @Users, Please allow me the privilege of your uninhibited opinions on the question set attached. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_ABk6vj90dATVJyMExfQXdDME0/view TIA.

Does anyone have the pdf? I need for optional prep.