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21st November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The Russian IGLA-S (SA-24) recently seen in news is a: a) Artillery Gun b) Anti-Tank Missile c) Surface to Air Missile d) None of the above Inspired by: Indian Army zeroes in on Russian Igla-S missile https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/indian-army-zeroes-in-on-russian-igla-s-missile/ Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Eco-sensitive Zones (ESZ): ESZ have been explicitly finds… Continue reading 21st November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Enrolments to the PDP Mock Interview Program

Dear Students, We have started receiving entries for the interview program. There are a few details we thought were important to communicate. Students appearing for the first time should go through the following transcripts to get an idea of the actual interview program. https://www.civilsdaily.com/category/interview-transcripts/ We are in the process of adding more transcripts. Students, who have… Continue reading Enrolments to the PDP Mock Interview Program

22nd November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Students are advised to post answers in the comment section of this post below. Kindly ensure that each questions are posted separately with the purchased ID provided by us. Reviews will be provided in 48 hours. For the philosophy of AWE and payment, check  here: Click2Join Question 1) German diplomatic miscalculations were hugely responsible for WWI.… Continue reading 22nd November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Ethics Case Study: A newly appointed Medical Superintendent of a district Government Hospital receives complaints about the negligent attitude of the doctors in times of casualties. The patients are not properly attended. Incidentally it is the only hospital in the city and the vicinity for the poor and needy. What do you propose the Medical Superintendent should do and why? Evaluate various options and suggest suitable measures. (150 W/ 10 M)

Model Answer: Health is of utmost important for human life to survive and flourish. Availability of proper facilities like hospital, medicine and other necessities increases the life span and hence productivity which is also a necessary human right. The above case of negligence by doctors in times of casualties is a gross violation of human… Continue reading Ethics Case Study: A newly appointed Medical Superintendent of a district Government Hospital receives complaints about the negligent attitude of the doctors in times of casualties. The patients are not properly attended. Incidentally it is the only hospital in the city and the vicinity for the poor and needy. What do you propose the Medical Superintendent should do and why? Evaluate various options and suggest suitable measures. (150 W/ 10 M)

CBI has played a pivotal role of justice delivery in India since decades. However, the recent CBI crisis not only questions about CBI’s autonomous functioning but also about the Rule of Law under which it functions. Comment on the above point and suggest way forward. (150 W/ 10 M)

Source: https://www.firstpost.com/india/cbi-vs-cbi-india-faces-major-institutional-crisis-but-from-it-will-hopefully-emerge-a-stronger-democracy-5441831.html Model Answer:   Introduction- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is India’s premier investigating agency that handles all high-profile cases. Its job is to ensure a fair and an impartial probe.   Body: The rule of law upholds the principle whereby all members of a society (including those in government) are considered equally subject to publicly disclosed legal codes and processes. Moreover,… Continue reading CBI has played a pivotal role of justice delivery in India since decades. However, the recent CBI crisis not only questions about CBI’s autonomous functioning but also about the Rule of Law under which it functions. Comment on the above point and suggest way forward. (150 W/ 10 M)

The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution is often referred to as a charter for autonomy of a wide magnitude, but it has failed to decrease the tension between different stakeholders at the ground level. Elaborate. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: Introduction should elaborate about the sixth schedule and its purpose in Indian Constitution and its various provisions. Main body should clarify about the reason of its adoption, features etc… Further, your points should talk about the reasons of failure at the ground level. Points like, conflicts between councils, autonomous functioning of some councils,… Continue reading The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution is often referred to as a charter for autonomy of a wide magnitude, but it has failed to decrease the tension between different stakeholders at the ground level. Elaborate. (150 W/ 10 M)

German diplomatic miscalculations were hugely responsible for WWI. Comment. (250 W/ 15 M)

Mentor’s Note: The question is quite straightforward as well as factual. You have to remember the events prior to WW1 to answer this question. The first chapter of MODERN WORLD HISTORY by NORMAN LOWE deals with the topic and you will have in depth coverage of the issue. In the intro, discuss the assassination of… Continue reading German diplomatic miscalculations were hugely responsible for WWI. Comment. (250 W/ 15 M)

20th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Kibble balance is a self-calibrating electromechanical device used to measure: a) Mass b) Volume c) Time d) Gravity Inspired by: [pib] World’s standard definition of kilogram now redefined https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-worlds-standard-definition-of-kilogram-now-redefined/ Q.2) The Manodhairya Yojana, scheme providing financial support for rehabilitation of victims of rape, child sexual abuse and acid attacks is an initiative of which… Continue reading 20th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

21st November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Students are advised to post answers in the comment section of this post only and not on the individual question. Kindly ensure that each questions are posted separately with the purchased ID provided by us. Reviews will be provided in 48 hours. For the philosophy of AWE and payment, check  here: Click2Join Question 1) The purpose… Continue reading 21st November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

What is social sin? Is there any standard definition of it? How can we abstain from social sin? And if we fail to abstain from so called social sin, what would be the consequences? (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: Such factual questions are very much the part of ethics paper and we should be able to comprehend the meaning of the terms. The better analysis will be when we go into the micro perspective of the term and look with 360 degree angle. Here, in this question we need explain the social… Continue reading What is social sin? Is there any standard definition of it? How can we abstain from social sin? And if we fail to abstain from so called social sin, what would be the consequences? (150 W/ 10 M)

By 2020 India is projected to be the youngest nation in the world in terms of numbers. While this provides India greater opportunity, it also poses challenges. Explain the various challenges to be faced and suggest measures to turn it into an opportunity. (150 W/ 10 M)

Source: https://www.livemint.com/Opinion/Eo1PgYgUyKl9xgWLrLPwJP/Demographic-dividend-growth-and-jobs.html   Model Answer: Demographics can change the pace and pattern of economic growth. While China’s spectacular growth has already benefited from a demographic dividend, India is yet to do so. What is Demographic Dividend? Demographic dividend, as defined by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) means, “the economic growth potential that can result… Continue reading By 2020 India is projected to be the youngest nation in the world in terms of numbers. While this provides India greater opportunity, it also poses challenges. Explain the various challenges to be faced and suggest measures to turn it into an opportunity. (150 W/ 10 M)

What are the aims and mandates of Shanghai Cooperation Organization? How far do you think it will boost India’s relation with Central Asian Countries and China? (150 W/ 10 M)

Sources: https://moderndiplomacy.eu/2018/06/12/shanghai-cooperation-organisation-summit-2018/ https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/shanghai-cooperation-organisation-calls-for-global-front-to-fight-terror-groups/article24129891.ece Model Answer: Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), which today has an ambitious regional and global vision, coupled with a strong economic mandate. The expansion of SCO last year to include India and Pakistan now makes this a powerful and strategic regional grouping, accounting for 40% of the world’s population, almost 20% of its… Continue reading What are the aims and mandates of Shanghai Cooperation Organization? How far do you think it will boost India’s relation with Central Asian Countries and China? (150 W/ 10 M)

The purpose of the social reform movements in 19th century was to ‘purify’ and ‘rediscover’ an Indian civilization that would be conformant with the European ideals of rationalism, empiricism, monotheism and individualism. Comment. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: The question revolves around the social reform movement of 19th century which was initiated by people like Raja Ram Mohun Roy, Ishwar Chand Vidya Sagar etc. The key words in the question are purify and rediscover. Therefore you have to base your answer on the fact that these reformers were not trying to… Continue reading The purpose of the social reform movements in 19th century was to ‘purify’ and ‘rediscover’ an Indian civilization that would be conformant with the European ideals of rationalism, empiricism, monotheism and individualism. Comment. (150 W/ 10 M)

Launching Mock Interviews + Personality Development Program(PDP) for Interview Round

Folks, The importance of the 3rd round of exam – The Personal Interview, cannot be underscored. If you perform exceptionally well, it will help you compensate for your any shortage in your mains score. At its worst, it will undo the hard work that you put in to get a high score in mains and… Continue reading Launching Mock Interviews + Personality Development Program(PDP) for Interview Round

19th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) With an aim to reinforce the spirit of communal harmony and national integration the “Qaumi Ekta Week” (National Integration Week) is being celebrated across the country. With respect to this event, which of the given statements is/are correct? The event is being organised by the National Foundation for Communal Harmony (NFCH). The NFCH is… Continue reading 19th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

[Video] Samachar Manthan Week 22: Rift Between RBI & Government

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20th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Students are advised to post answers in the comment section of this post only and not on the individual question. Kindly ensure that each questions are posted separately with the purchased ID provided by us. Reviews will be provided in 48 hours. For the philosophy of AWE and payment, check  here: Click2Join Question 1) The theory… Continue reading 20th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

On what ethical grounds do countries justify possession of nuclear weapons? What is your stand on the issue? (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: The question is straight forward and simple. Nuclear arms are meant for destruction and possess the threat for humanity. However, there are various grounds on which countries justify the possession of Nuclear Weapons. However, we need to talk and explain only the ethical ground of possession of N-Weapon like proportionality, just cause, peaceful… Continue reading On what ethical grounds do countries justify possession of nuclear weapons? What is your stand on the issue? (150 W/ 10 M)

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