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Summary: It is 67 years since the Mahatma Gandhi fell to an assassin’s bullets in the heart of the Capital. In all these years the Legacy of Gandhi has survived. With every passing year though it is quite evident that his ideas and talks are being followed more in breach, the idea of Gandhi remains …
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Insights Daily Current Events, 02 February 2015 Raahgiri Day A first of its kind event “Raahgiri day for the persons with disabilities” was organized as a unique initiative by the Department of Empowerment of persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India recently. The concept is inspired by “Ciclovia” held weekly …
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Archives – Secure 2015 02 February 2015 Monday’s Topic of GS-1: India – People and Economy, Class 12 Geography, Unit – I (Chapter – 3) General Studies – 1 Topic: Population and related issues; 1) “Economic characteristics of an area exert a much more direct effect on its population pattern than do physical characteristics.” Explain with examples. (200 …
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Topic: Ethical issues in International Relations and Funding; 10) The issue of climate change confronts serious ethical issues of fairness and responsibility across individuals, nations, generations, and the rest of nature. Discuss with suitable examples. (200 Words) Reference – 1 Reference – 2
Topic: Human Values-Lessons from the lives of great leaders, reformers & Administrators; 9) What do you understand by the below quotes and do you agree to their views? Give examples to support your view from Indian context. (150 Words each) (a) “Patriotism is your conviction that this country is superior to all others because you …
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights; 8) For the ambitious goal of “Make in India” to be a success it is essential to know one’s “strengths” by understanding the geographic distribution and potential of various domestic energy sources and “weaknesses” in the form of …
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights; 7) The Mitochondrial Replacement Therapy Bill in UK parliament has run into controversial waters due to “alleged Frankenstein future.” In this context Explain what is the Mitochondrial Replacement Therapy and what are the pros and cons of such …
Topic: mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. 6) The main idea behind setting payment banks is to deepen financial inclusion in the country. Briefly describe the main features of payment banks and discuss the ways in which they increase financial inclusion. (200 Words) http://www.business-standard.com/article/finance/increased-competition-profitability-remain-key-concerns-for-payment-banks-115020100220_1.html
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies; 5) Recently recommendation by Law Commission to set up exclusive commercial courts will boost ease of doing business in the country. Discuss. (200 Words) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Law-panel-submits-draft-bill-for-commercial-courts/articleshow/46061451.cms
Topic: Role of Civil Services in a democracy; 4) Lack of security of tenure for important posts in India had greatly hampered the morale and efficiency of civil service. Discuss. Suggest measures to address this issue. (200 Words) http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-opinion/a-crown-of-political-thorns/article6846335.ece
Topic: Population and related issues; 3) Discuss the spatial pattern of intra-regional migration in India and examine its implications in regional development. (200 Words) http://www.ncert.nic.in/NCERTS/textbook/textbook.htm?legy2=1-12 http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/where-prosperity-poverty-coexist/article6846349.ece
Topic: Population and related issues; 2) “Slums are an urban menace.” Elucidate with Indian cities as examples. (200 Words) http://www.ncert.nic.in/NCERTS/textbook/textbook.htm?legy2=1-12
Topic: Population and related issues; 1) “Economic characteristics of an area exert a much more direct effect on its population pattern than do physical characteristics.” Explain with examples. (200 Words) http://www.ncert.nic.in/NCERTS/textbook/textbook.htm?legy2=1-12
