ARCHIVES 31 August 2014 Write an Essay on each of the following topics in not more than 2000 words 1) Is India Still Burdened With Colonial Legacy? Critically Comment. 2) Is India A Truly Federal Republic? Critically Examine.
ARCHIVES 30 August 2014 SECURITY ISSUES 1) Recently there were violent clashes between Naga tribes and few groups from Assam in the border region between these two states. Examine the genesis of this border dispute and clashes between different communities there? Suggest solutions to the problem. (200 Words) References Question – 1 IDSA
ARCHIVES 30 August 2014 1) What do you understand by ethics of war? Identify and critically comment on different ethical dimensions that a war between two or more nations or a war between a nation and a terrorist group gives rise to. (250 Words) Reference – 1 Reference – 2 2) You are a boss …
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ARCHIVES 30 August 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1) Write a note on the RuPay card and its benefits Business Standard 2) Critically comment on the objectives of and challenges likely to be faced by the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana. Business Standard 3) How is GDP calculated in India? Critically examine the …
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Before we start today, I would like to wish you all a very happy Ganesha festival, may the lord shine his light upon you always and gift the ability to maneuver over challenges at ease :). And now coming our challenges to talk about! It is almost 5 days now that the exams are done, …
ARCHIVES 29 August 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1) Discuss the contribution of Bal Gangadhar Tilak to the national integration and freedom struggle. The Hindu 2) In your opinion what are the developmental measures that can be used to fight naxalism in many parts of India? Do you think these will …
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ARCHIVES 29 August 2014 SECURITY ISSUES 1) “Bangladesh and Myanmar have had a not-too-stable a relationship on the border – both land and maritime.” Critically comment and examine implications on India and its role in resolving border dispute between Bangladesh and Myanmar. (200 Words) 2) The recent award by the Hague-based Permanent Court of Attribution (PCA) awarding Bangladesh …
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ARCHIVES 30 August 2014 1) Looking at the ongoing conflicts around the world, which world leader of the past would you have liked to see him/her today to solve these conflicts and why? Comment. (200 Words) 2) You are a civil services aspirant. One day in a narrow colony of the city where you stay, …
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ARCHIVES 28 August 2014 1) What teachings of Lord Buddha are most relevant today and why? Critically examine. (200 Words) Reference Reference – 2 2) You are the principal of a girls’ residential high school. One day a girl from an hostel complains that her warden, a lady who is also her class teacher, had …
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ARCHIVES 28 August 2014 SECURITY ISSUES 1) What is the purpose of proposed ‘Technology Development Fund’ in the defence sector? Also analyse important recommendations of the Kelkar Committee set up by the Government to examine and recommend changes in the acquisition procedures and enabling a greater participation of private sector in defence production. (200 Words) …
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ARCHIVES 28 August 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1) If India’s services and investment trade pact with Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) becomes reality, who benefits and why? Examine. Business Standard 2) Name India’s major ports. What do you understand by ‘last-mile connectivity’ in the case of ports? Explain its benefits. …
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Last year those who religiously followed our writing challenges made it to the final list. If you want to see your name right at the top, get started now and start practising. Except for Prelims test series, all initiatives on the blog are run free of cost for the benefit of serious followers of this …
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ARCHIVES 27 August 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1) What do you understand by governance? Discuss its relationship with economic growth. Business Standard 2) Why was the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices (MRTP) Act enacted in 1969? What was its impact? Examine. Business Standard 3) Explain the different types of Trade Agreements and …
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Today’s post is a as a follow up to the thoughts and comments on Yday’s post – AND THE PRELIMS ARE DONE! We talked about the different phases each of you are after the prelims exam. There is a constant dilemma whether you should check your answers or not and there is a constant dilemma …
One thing that is common between Mains and the Personality test is that UPSC thoroughly tests your opinion on conflicting socio-economic issues. If your opinions are polished and have substance, you are likely to be awarded more marks. Good opinions are in fact reflection of one’s deep understanding of their surroundings and various events – …
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Hi Guys! Hope you had a great time writing the prelims paper. I am sure it would have been one experience to remember. I hope everything has gone on as expected. If it has not, well then you are in the perfect place cos UPSC has never been predictable, has it? Either ways, since the …
You have checked CL keys; No luck. Then you check Vajiram keys; slight improvement in your score. Now again check Shankar’s, Agarwal’s, Mrunal’s etc etc; fate fluctuates so is your tension. The final outcome is – more uncertainty. By the time you settle for a final figure of your prelims score, you would have already spent …
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ARCHIVES 26 August 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1) What is your opinion about debt waiver schemes announced by state governments and the union government? Comment. Business Standard 2) What are the effects of the delay in decision on GM crops ‘ field trials on different stakeholders? Also examine the reasons behind delaying …
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ARCHIVES 24 August 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1) Evaluate the different models of solid waste management in Indian cities. Suggest your own ideas for the effective solid waste management. The Hindu 2) Examine the roots of China – Tibet conflict and explain the importance of this issue for India. The Hindu …
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