GS3 (science and technology)
ISRO has given India many occasions to be proud, but many people view the space programme unnecessary for India. Is the space programme important for India? What are its possible benefits?
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1 Oct 2016 | GS4 | Is there ethics in the way countries treat each other? Or does self-interest reign supreme? Discuss.
GS4 (Ethics)
Is there ethics in the way countries treat each other? Or does self-interest reign supreme? Discuss.
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1 Oct 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
Dear students,
When you submit your answer, please do not simply give the answers in ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. If you used some tidkams to reach that answer, share it with the group!
Q.1) Consider following statements with reference to Indira Gandhi International Airport, which has recently got âcarbon neutral statusâ.
1. It has became the first airport in Asia-Pacific to achieve the carbon neutral status
2. Less than 25 airports in the world, most of them Europe, have earned carbon neutral status.
3. Carbon neutrality occurs when the net carbon emissions over an entire year is zero.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Â
- a) 1 and 2 only
- b) 3 only
- c) 2 and 3 only
- d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Q.2) Which of the following countries located in the Pacific Ring of Fire?
1. Indonesia
2. Ecuador
3. Japan
4. New Zealand
5. China
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
- a) 1,2 and 4
- b) 2 and 5
- c) 1, 2, 3 and 5
- d) 1,2,3 and 4 only
Q.3) Consider following statements with reference to IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF).
1. The IMF can assist a country with the adjustment process under EFF
2. IMF assists when country faces serious medium-term balance of payments problems
3. Assistance under EFF features shorter program engagement
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Â
- a) 1 and 2 only
- b) 3 only
- c) 2 and 3 only
- d) 1, 2 and 3 only
4) Recently, India conducted surgical strikes across the Line of Control(LoC) of India-Pakistan.
Consider following statements with regard to LOC.1. Line of Control refers to military control line between India and Pakistan.
2. Earlier it was known as cease-fire line, renamed as LoC after Simla agreement in 1972.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Q.5) Recently, Bedaquiline drug was in the news. It is most effective treatment for
a) Multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (TB)
b) Cancer
c) Hepatitis-B
d) Zika virus disease
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An Indian Army Soldier posted at Leh joins CD for IAS Prelims 2017. Why?
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Hello,
Firstly I am come from a educated background. My father is a lecturer in a government college and a civil activist.
I got 87% in 10th, but dived to 57% in 12th(at kota IIT thing). Came back home but couldn’t motivate for studies. Environment back home was not conducive for studies(too much hooliganism and politics in college)Â and my father gauged my lack of interest in studies.
Then, I tumbled upon a recruitment gimmick by Indian Airforce(gimmick because they didn’t tell us major rules in a white paper that we are signing a bond for 20 years, almost irrevocable, a new kind of modern slavery I would say after reading our constitution). I gained a lot in IAF as it is very tech savy and keeps you motivated.
Then I had this tenure at leh, where I had 3 mth stint at siachin glacier, this was first time I become religious (fear of not coming back safe)otherwise I rearely say hi to god and I hope god is okay with that. Calm, pristine, chick white surrounding would make anyone feel calm from within and provide time for introspection.
Though this journey satiated most of my thirst for adventure, but at a cost, I started forgetting things quicky, difficulty in recollecting words though I could visualise situation but couldn’t express in words clearly and above all, my physical health(as per defence journal you get 10 years older in physical stamina after 3 mths in siachin, and I feel older than that).
Now as a reward we get choice posting, I asked for a place near my hometown, but I got Delhi. Here every news paper u come across displays big advt of IAS coaching institutes.
I wanted to regain my lost brain and indulge in something productive, had some spare money, no family obligation, so started my IAS dream.
My working schedule allow me to join only during weekend and after 6pm only. So I joined a now quite reputated coaching and only coaching which starts at around 6:15pm and spent what I saved in leh. But I regretted soon as that institute focuses only those who pass prelims and it was a big task for me as I was out of studies for 6-7 years. Hardly any notes, zero coverage of Sci and Tech, Env and Eco, Economy and very selected points of rest syllabus, no mains preparation till u don’t go for mains, forget interview…as claimed in FREE SEMINAR.
So left institute, then a family friend introduced me to Mrunal and Civils daily, truly speaking this was the first time in about last 10 years I felt hungry for knowledge, as concepts and news cards so good. Â
Now the issue is I have less time, no money to waste on institutes, no friends for discussion(this is biggest issue), no motivation(as never cleared prelims except once for RPSC) and no access to quality notes for base books(many get it from seniors or those selected).
       I hate typing so….difficult to write more
Life has been really kind to me, but I couldn’t make use of opportunities I got and really hate for letting down my parents and relatives.
This post was an email from a reader. Has been kept anonymous for his comfort. If you wish to write to us about your story â email us at hello[at]civilsdaily.com
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30 Sept 2016 | GS4 | Is discretionary power in the hands of public officials necessary for good administration? What are its merits and demerits?
GS4 (Ethics in public administration)
Is discretionary power in the hands of public officials necessary for good administration? What are its merits and demerits?
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30 Sept 2016 | GS3 | The government is increasingly building large nation-wide databases such as Aadhaar, NATGRID etc. What possible concerns related to cyber security and surveillance can result from such databases?
GS3 (Cyber security)
The government is increasingly building large nation-wide databases such as Aadhaar, NATGRID etc. What possible concerns related to cyber security and surveillance can result from such databases?
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30 Sept 2016 | GS2 | Should there be state sponsored talent hunts and cultivation of athletes to increase Indiaâs tally in the Olympics? Or should athletes only participate for personal triumph and be awarded when they win medals? Discuss.
GS2 (Govt intervention in various sectors)
Should there be state sponsored talent hunts and cultivation of athletes to increase Indiaâs tally in the Olympics? Or should athletes only participate for personal triumph and be awarded when they win medals? Discuss.
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30 Sept 2016 | GS1 | Socialism made a tremendous impact on the Indian freedom struggle, even Gandhiji adopted some socialistic viewpoints later in his life. Discuss the impact of socialism on the Indian freedom struggle.
GS1 (Modern India)
Socialism made a tremendous impact on the Indian freedom struggle, even Gandhiji adopted some socialistic viewpoints later in his life. Discuss the impact of socialism on the Indian freedom struggle.
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30 Sept 2016 | Prelims Daily: CA Questions with Tikdams & Tidbits
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Q.1) Recently, Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved âProject SAKSHAMâ. Which of the following correctly describes it?
a) Support system to below poverty line persons
b) New Indirect Tax Network of the Central Board of Excise and Customs
c) New initiative by Urban ministry to support Smart City
d) Fastest network system for Digital India project
Q.2) Recently, Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore developed detector of melamine in milk. Consider following statement with reference to it.
1. It is an organic base chemical most commonly found in the form of white crystals rich in nitrogen
2. It is widely use in plastics, adhesives, countertops, dishware, whiteboards
3. Addition of melamine into food is approved by the FAO and WHO.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Â
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Q.3) World Economic Forumâs (WEF) latest Global Competitiveness Report for 2016-17 comes out with improvement in India’s ranking.
Which of the following are parameters on India lags behind other nations?
1. Tax regulations
2. Technological readiness
3. Public health indicator
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Â
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Q.4) Consider following statements with reference to military surgical strike, which was recently carried out by India.
1. Military attack intended to inflict damage on a specific target, with collateral damage to surrounding areas
2. These attacks can be carried out only via air raids, airdropping special ops teams
3. Surgical strikes are part of Indiaâs Cold Start doctrine
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Â
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Q.5) The worldâs first three-parent baby has been born in
a) Mexico
b) Germany
c) Canada
d) India
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