GS I (Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century) (Static+Analytical = Duplex) Discuss the social conditions in the Era of Mauryan Empire. Examine the position of women and revival of fourfold division of caste. Demand- Static question which requires to write on social conditions of people caste, marriages etc. It also demands… Continue reading [Day 20 | GS1] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

Daily Facts – IAS Exam – 06-Sep-2016 https://www.scribd.com/document/323150957/Daily-Facts-IAS-06-Sep-2016 1. Startup India, Standup India 2. Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission 3. Setu Bharatam Project 4. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 5. Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan 6. Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) 7. Biju Kanya Ratna Yojana

My optional subject is sociology. Can u suggest me reference books and how to approach the paper. I’m a beginner

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GS IV (Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct) (Simplex) (Analytical) Journalism ethics and standards comprise principles of ethics and of good practice as applicable to the specific challenges faced by journalists. Comment. Demand- Nowadays various ethical issues faced by journalists. You need evaluate those in answer.  Approach- – Evaluate statement by giving various examples on… Continue reading [Day 19 | GS4] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS III (Basics of cyber security, linkages of organized crime with terrorism) (Hattrick) Social media in the present times has emerged as something inevitable for everyone. In some way or the other, it is having an impact on people and their daily lives. Discuss. Do you think that Social Media Globalising terrorism? Demand- Increase reach of internet… Continue reading [Day 19 | GS3] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS II (Functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies) (Duplex) (Anlytical) Do you think that CAG has been used by successive political parties as a political tool ? How this crucial constitutional body can be strengthened & be made more transparent? Demand- CAG’s role shall be discussed and analysed. The way to make it more transparent… Continue reading [Day 19 | GS2] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

GS I (Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone) (Simplex) (Static) Why are volcanoes called active even when there is no eruption? How would you find out if a volcano was going to explode? What are the relationships between geysers and volcanoes? Demand- Static question. Answer each question with mandatory example at every… Continue reading [Day 19 | GS1] Target Mains: Skill Enhancement Prog. IAS Mains 2016

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

Daily Facts 03-Sep-2016: A Geographical Indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. https://www.scribd.com/document/322904281/Daily-Facts-IAS-03-Sep-2016

First Phase of Suarashtra Narmadha Avataran (SAUNI) for Irrigation by Vetrii IAS Academy, Chennai. Daily Facts – IAS 01-Sep-2016. https://www.scribd.com/document/322826825/Daily-Facts-IAS-01-Sep-2016

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