GS II (Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora) (Hattrick)   India is advancing a policy to address the region’s constitutional question by bringing Gilgit-Baltistan on par with Kashmir at the negotiating table. Critically Examine. Demand- It is largely lost in the stalemated discourse on Kashmir that… Continue reading [Day 18 | GS2] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS III (Economic Development) (Simplex) Growing debts and stressed loans turning into NPAs have been frequently noticed in the last few years. It has now reached alarming levels as the government has decided to write off these NPAs as bad loans. Why PSBs’ conditions are bad compared to other banks? What are the main reasons behind the… Continue reading [Day 18 | GS3] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS IV (Analytical) As a famous celebrity, you are offered very hefty amount for a brand endorsement to promote a product that you dislike and would never use. Do you endorse it ? Why ? Demand- Integrity of person is questionable. Note that though you may not like the product and would never use, it… Continue reading [Day 18 | GS4] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS I (Indian Freedom struggle) (Duplex) (Static + Analytical)   The role of Netaji S.C. Bose and Indian National Army was remarkable in Indian freedom struggle. Discuss the contribution made by Netaji S.C. Bose and Indian National Army. Also examine their roles in various movements. Demand- Their overall contribution shall be given first. Point need to… Continue reading [Day 18 | GS1] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

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GS IV (Analytical) (Simplex) It is high time to select the President of a country, and yours is the casting / deciding vote. Highlights of the candidates are given below. – Candidate 1: He associates with crooked politicians, and consults with astrologers. He’s had two mistresses. He also chain smokes and drinks up to ten times… Continue reading [Day 17 | GS4] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS III (Security challenges) (Hattrick) The present scenario of the country is that the threat from outside is not only along borders but anywhere in the country. There is a need to improve intelligence, improve the system of information exchange between different stake holders and states should remain alert and updated. Discuss. Demand- Internal security threats and… Continue reading [Day 17 | GS3] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS II (Judiciary) (Analytical) (Simplex) The issue of judges vacancies and pending cases in courts are ingrained with not just one problem but many.  Examine. What Government needs to come with solutions so as to address this issue? Demand- Address the heavy backlog of cases  and vacancies that are present in various court is serious. The solutions… Continue reading [Day 17 | GS2] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS I (Salient features of Indian Society) (Duplex) (Static +Analytical) The contribution of various social and religious leaders made the people conscious of India’s rich cultural heritage and helped to eradicate the social evils prevented in society. Discuss. Do you think social evils are present in society today too? Demand- Explain the contribution of various leaders… Continue reading [Day 17 | GS1] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

The Hindu – Editorials   Adisruptive debut Note – In a market economy in competition war, customer is always the winner. Reliance Jio entry has brought the data services to primacy in telecom revolution in India. As the market size in India is too big, costs can be low for data enabled services.   A… Continue reading 3rd Sept | News Round-up | Op-eds and News Stories

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The Hindu – Editorials   A city for all its citizens Context – Delhi Jal board has launched The Jaladhikar connection – a right to water connection. It allows households with in the slums to apply for legal, metered water connection irrespective of the status of their residence. It helps to break the stereotypes in… Continue reading 2nd Sept | News Round-up | Op-eds and News Stories

GS I (Secularism) (Duplex) A uniform civil code means that all citizens of India are to follow the same set of rules and laws irrespective of religion.Do you feel that it can strengthen secularism in the country ? What are the challenges involved in the implementation of Uniform Civil Code ? Demand- Strenghthning the secularism by… Continue reading [Day 16] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

To all the veterans and hardworkers on this portal. After observing and analysing the answers written by some of the illustrious people here ,I have a few questions to ask. Thanks for bearing with me. 1. Are you guys able to retain information in this much capacity? And, the presentation too? If not, how much… Continue reading [Beginner's Malaise] – Doubt Clearing Forum