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Agriculture as optional

Anyone with agriculture as optional and preparing for IFoS along with civils?

Section A All questions are compulsory 10 Marks, 150 Words Q1. Conflict of interest in the public sector arises when (a) official duties, (b) public interest, and (c) personal interest are taking priority one above the other. How can this conflict in administration be resolved? Describe with an example. Q2. Examine the relevance of the following in… Continue reading

GS PAPER 3 MAINS 2017

All questions are compulsory First ten questions are of 10 marks (150 words) each while last 10 questions are of 15 marks (250 words) each. Among several factors for India’s potential growth, savings rate is the most effective one. Do you agree? What are the other factors available for growth potential? Account for the failure of manufacturing sector… Continue reading

31 Oct 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) Consider the following statements regarding the Exercise ‘INDRA 2017’, which was recently conducted: 1. It was a Tri-Services exercise. 2. It was held between India and Russia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) Neither 1 nor 2 b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) 1 only Q.2) Project CHAMAN,… Continue reading

GS PAPER 2 MAINS 2017

All questions are compulsory First ten questions are of 10 marks (150 words) each while last 10 questions are of 15 marks (250 words) each. The local self government system in India has not proved to be effective instrument of governance”. Critically examine the statement and give your views to improve the situation. Critically examine the Supreme Court’s… Continue reading

GS PAPER 1 MAINS 2017

All questions are compulsory First ten questions are of 10 marks (150 words) each while last 10 questions are of 15 marks (250 words) each. How do you justify the view that the level of excellence of the Gupta numismatic art is not at all noticeable in later times? Clarify how mid-eighteenth century India was… Continue reading

30 Oct 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Integrated Child Development Services’ scheme: 1. It is a scheme for children below 6 years of age. 2. Mothers also get medical services under the scheme. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 2 only b) Neither 1 nor 2 c) 1 only d) Both 1… Continue reading

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | 10th Weekly Test

Attempt the questions individually by clicking on them. Q.1) There is a big opportunity in space for a nation like India. Apart from technological developments, in what ways can the space industry help in the economic development of the nation? http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/ShWdzqTBKakZv6DvJgcxIO/Unbundling-of-space.html Q.2) The need of prior sanctions to report the misdeeds of government officials will… Continue reading

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 12

Q.12) Election Commission has announced general election and model Code of Conduct has come into force. You are sub divisional magistrate and returning officer of an assembly constituency. A candidate belonging to a political party has been permitted by you to hold a meeting at 12 A.M. to a public place. Suddenly you get a… Continue reading

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 11

Q.11) What do you mean by international ethics? Why it has become so relevant in present times?

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 10

Q.10) The recently launched Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sampada (PMKS) Yojana aims to revive the food processing sector. What are the problems that food processing sector in Indian suffers from? What measures should be adopted by government to tap the potential of this sector? https://thewire.in/188986/policy-flip-flops-pms-food-processing-investment-scheme-make-non-starter/

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 9

Q.9) India’s ailing banks need more than a bailout. Will the government’s recapitalisation plan leave Indian banks stronger and more sustainable? Analyse. http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/vqERvKH35xW19fes3F8mCK/Indias-ailing-banks-need-more-than-a-bailout.html http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-opinion/a-bold-step-in-bank-reform/article19928407.ece

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 8

Q.8) The slow criminal justice system in India has put unnecessary pressure on prisons. Discuss what are the issues associated with the Indian prisons? Also, suggest what steps should be taken to improve the situation in this regard? http://www.deccanherald.com/content/639051/revitalising-indian-prisons.html https://thewire.in/161064/india-prison-conditions/

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 7

Q.7) The G4 nations should pursue the idea of with or without veto UNSC reforms, as this will break the deadlock in negotiations. Do you agree? Give arguments in support of your answer. http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/with-or-without-the-veto/article19907383.ece

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 6

Q.6) The prospects of adopting only negative emissions model to limit global warming seem bleak. Examine. What alternative approaches may be explored to counter global warming? http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-opinion/its-time-to-make-deep-emission-cuts/article19902959.ece

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 5

Q.5) What is blockchain technology? How can blockchain help in better land governance and economic integration? http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/TmHYZfI1pW4rHFegzOu0KJ/Turning-the-poors-assets-into-capital.html http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/tC66BUm88uqVzpsfnK80HO/Can-blockchain-technology-be-an-answer-to-Indias-land-gover.html

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 4

Q.4) Despite being rich in natural, cultural heritage, Indian tourism industry is facing various issues. What are the challenges in the growth of tourism industry? Also, suggest some measures in this regard. http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/indian-tourism-punching-below-its-weight.html

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 3

Q.3) The RTI Act provides for certain exemptions where providing information is not obligatory on the part of authority. Which are these exemptions under RTI Act? How do these exemptions impact the citizen’s fundamental right to information? http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/why-exempt-cbi-from-rti-asks-petition/article19902011.ece https://thewire.in/179140/cbi-ib-rti-act/

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 2

Q.2) The need of prior sanctions to report the misdeeds of government officials will have deleterious ramifications on the rights of media. Critically discuss. http://www.livelaw.in/new-rajasthan-ordinance-makes-govt-sanction-mandatory-probe-judges-curbs-media-reporting-read-ordinance/ http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/unacceptable-fetters/article19901782.ece

29 Oct 2017 | Target Mains | Question 1

Q.1) There is a big opportunity in space for a nation like India. Apart from technological developments, in what ways can the space industry help in the economic development of the nation? http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/ShWdzqTBKakZv6DvJgcxIO/Unbundling-of-space.html

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