Insights – The Hindu News Analysis: 06 May 2015
Insights – The Hindu News Analysis: 06 May 2015 ARCHIVES
Day: May 6, 2015
Insights Daily Current Events, 06 May 2015
Insights Daily Current Events, 06 May 2015 ARCHIVES Opposition stalls GST Bill, insists on relook by panel Several Opposition parties have raised serious concerns on a number of clauses in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill. With this chances of the Constitution (122nd Amendment) Bill for introduction of Goods and Services Tax (GST) clearing …
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The Big Picture – India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement
The Big Picture – India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement ARCHIVES Summary: The Constitution (119th Amendment) Bill, 2013, which will allow the operationalisation of the 1974 India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement, was cleared by the Cabinet recently. The envisaged exchange of land includes enclaves and adverse possessions from West Bengal, Meghalaya, Tripura and Assam. The swap will involve handing over 17,000 …
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India’s World – Iran Nuclear Deal sealed
India’s World – Iran Nuclear Deal sealed ARCHIVES Summary: After negotiations lasting two years, Iran and six world powers have agreed on the broad parameters of Nuclear Deal. The final agreement will be worked out by June end. The deal permits Iran a limited nuclear enrichment capability but subjects its nuclear program to an inclusive inspection regime. Iran …
[Insights Secure – 2015] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 06 May 2015
[Insights Secure – 2015] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 06 May 2015 Archives – Secure 2015 06 May 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 …
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Ethics Case Study – In your opinion, should the demolition of these residential areas continue? Substantiate on ethical grounds.
Topic: Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; 10) In Bangalore, as per Supreme Court directive, a demolition drive is going on to clear ‘illegal’ buildings that are built upon lake beds. Bangalore Development Authority, a government agency has itself built layouts on lake beds and allotted sites to beneficiaries as per its …
9) Why in your opinion some educated people join extremist and terrorist organizations and fight against legitimate governments? What values do they lack? Critically comment.
Topic: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions 9) Why in your opinion some educated people join extremist and terrorist organizations and fight against legitimate governments? What values do they lack? Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu The Hindu
8) Write a note on the recent initiatives taken by the government to reform agricultural marketing in India.
Topic: marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; 8) Write a note on the recent initiatives taken by the government to reform agricultural marketing in India. (200 Words) Economic Survey – 2015, Volume – II, Chapter – 5
7) As mandated, the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) recommends MSPs at national level for twenty three crops, but effectively price support operates primarily in wheat and rice and that too in selected states. Examine the consequences and effectiveness of measures taken by the government to address this issue.
Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices 7) As mandated, the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) recommends MSPs at national level for twenty three crops, but effectively price support operates primarily in wheat and rice and that too in selected states. Examine the consequences and effectiveness of …
6) To improve resilience of the agricultural sector and bolster food security—including availability and affordable access— what should be the primary strategy of the government? Examine how this strategy should be implemented and achieved.
Topic: Agriculture issues 6) To improve resilience of the agricultural sector and bolster food security—including availability and affordable access— what should be the primary strategy of the government? Examine how this strategy should be implemented and achieved. (200 Words) Economic Survey – 2015, Volume – II, Chapter – 5
5) The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has once again placed India on its priority watch list, citing what it believes to be India’s poor record in protecting intellectual property rights (IPRs). Is this a justified move by US? Critically examine and comment how this would affect relationship between India and US. (
Topic: Issues relating to intellectual property rights. (Paper – 2 also) 5) The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has once again placed India on its priority watch list, citing what it believes to be India’s poor record in protecting intellectual property rights (IPRs). Is this a justified move by US? Critically examine …
4) In your opinion, how should India’s labour laws be reformed? In the light of recent debate on the issue and government’s initiatives in this regard, critically discuss.
Topic: Indian economy – employment 4) In your opinion, how should India’s labour laws be reformed? In the light of recent debate on the issue and government’s initiatives in this regard, critically discuss. (200 Words) Livemint
3) The Union Cabinet on Tuesday cleared a Bill to get the India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement (LBA) ratified by Parliament. What are the salient features of this agreement? How will this agreement affect relationship between India and Bangladesh? Examine.
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 3) The Union Cabinet on Tuesday cleared a Bill to get the India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement (LBA) ratified by Parliament. What are the salient features of this agreement? How will this agreement affect relationship between India and Bangladesh? Examine. (200 Words) Business Standard
2) Looking at recent incidents, open violence against women continues unabated in India. In your opinion, which factors are responsible for this disturbing trend? As a common man, how will you address this issue.
Topic: Salient features of INDIAN SOCIETY; social empowerment 2) Looking at recent incidents, open violence against women continues unabated in India. In your opinion, which factors are responsible for this disturbing trend? As a common man, how will you address this issue. (200 Words) The Hindu
1) The annual Report for 2015 of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) places India in a group of 30 countries that meet “a systematic, ongoing and egregious” standard for failing to protect religious freedoms. Do you agree with this assessment? Critically comment.
Topic: Salient features of Indian society; communalism, secularism 1) The annual Report for 2015 of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) places India in a group of 30 countries that meet “a systematic, ongoing and egregious” standard for failing to protect religious freedoms. Do you agree with this assessment? Critically comment. (200 …
