Insights Daily Current Events, 22 April 2015

Insights Daily Current Events, 22 April 2015 E-Samiksha launched The Indian Railways recently launched E-Samiksha, an online monitoring mechanism. Why? To monitor implementation of various ongoing projects including Rail Budget proposals. Benefits: This portal would help to keep an eye on the implementation of budget commitments. This portal will mainly focus on Budget Review, Board …

[Insights Secure – 2015] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 22 April 2015

Archives – Secure 2015 22 April 2015   If facing problem in loading of Disqus Comments, please clear Cache and Cookies in your Browser and then reload the page. This will solve the problem. Alternatively you can open the page in ‘incognito/safe browsing mode‘.  Static Part – Timetable Click on each question to post your answers. …

11) In your opinion, why is child marriage considered as illegal and unethical? If a 15 year old girl wants to marry a person whom she loves, shouldn’t she be allowed that choice? If denied, does this mean one is denying her rights as human being? Critically comment.

Topic: laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; 11) In your opinion, why is child marriage considered as illegal and unethical? If a 15 year old girl wants to marry a person whom she loves, shouldn’t she be allowed that choice? If denied, does this mean one is denying her rights as human …

10) What do you understand by ‘Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF)’? Recently National Green Tribunal permitted states to produce RDF, but there are concerns expressed regarding the production of RDF. Examine what are these concerns and suggest if there are any alternatives to RDF.

Topic: Environmental pollution; S&T – daily applications 10) What do you understand by ‘Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF)’? Recently National Green Tribunal permitted states to produce RDF, but there are concerns expressed regarding the production of RDF. Examine what are these concerns and suggest if there are any alternatives to RDF. (200 Words) The Hindu

8) “….while the global economy is expected to witness a shortage of young population of around 56 million by 2020, India will be the only country with a youth surplus of 47 million. ” In your opinion, what challenges does India face in optimally utilizing this demographic surplus for the development of the country? Critically examine.

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.  8) “….while the global economy is expected to witness a shortage of young population of around 56 million by 2020, India will be the only country with a youth surplus of 47 million. ” In your opinion, what challenges does …

7) It’s been proposed that an autonomous accreditation authority — National Accreditation Council of India or NACI and a mechanism to rate NGOs should be set up to address some of the crucial issues related to functioning of NGOs. Critically examine the merits and demerits of implementing these proposals, especially in India.

Topic: Development processes and the development industry- the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders  7) It’s been proposed that an autonomous accreditation authority — National Accreditation Council of India or NACI  and a mechanism to rate NGOs should be set up to address some of the crucial issues related …

4) A 2013 central bank study found state expenditure to have a far bigger beneficial impact on growth than spending by the Union government, which is much more likely than states to use borrowed funds to make payments. Examine the sources of funds for states, recent trends in devolution of funds to states by the union government and how can states spend the money effectively for the welfare of the people.

Topic: Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. 4) A 2013 central bank study found state expenditure to have a far bigger beneficial impact on growth than spending by the Union government, which is much more likely than states to use borrowed …

3) If you are asked to enumerate next set of Millenium Development Goals for least developed and developing countries to achieve between 2015 and 2030, what would be your priorities and goals? Also highlight, in your opinion which institutions might play crucial role in helping countries achieve these goals and why.

Topic: Poverty and Developmental issues 3) If you are asked to enumerate next set of Millenium Development Goals for least developed and developing countries to achieve between 2015 and 2030, what would be your priorities and goals? Also highlight, in your opinion which institutions might play crucial role in helping countries achieve these goals and …