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Topic: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics 7) Critically discuss the ethical aspects of farmer suicides in India. (200 Words) The Hindu The Indian Express
Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. 6) Discuss the contribution of A P J Abdul Kalam to indigenisation and development of new technology in India. (200 Words) The Hindu The Indian Express
Topic: Resource mobilization; Indian economy issues 5) Critically evaluate the performance of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and the factors that are responsible for their high stressed assets. Also comment if it is fair to compare and contrast their performance with that of private banks’? (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Awareness in the fields of Computers, robotics 4) What do you understand by Autonomous Weapons? Recently, prominent scientists and entrepreneurs have called for global ban on these weapons. Examine why. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Conservation 3) What do you understand by ‘Compensatory Afforestation’ in the Indian context? The recently introduced Compensatory Afforestation Fund Bill, 2015 (CAF Bill) has given rise to many apprehensions amongst environmentalists. Critically examine what these apprehensions are and comment on the other objectives of the Bill. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations 2) Should India have its say in ongoing Pakistan – Afghanistan peace talks? What are the concerns of India regarding these talks? Critically examine. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Social empowerment; Poverty and developmental issues; Capitalism 1) Despite mandated by legislation, it is found that private companies are spending less on ‘Corporate Social Responsibility’ activities in India. Critically analyse why. (200 Words) Business Standard
TIMETABLE – 5: Insights Self Study Guide for Prelims + Mains – 2015 Archives Topic to be covered from the UPSC Prelims Syllabus: History of India and Indian National Movement. July 29 NCERT Class VII History Full Book India – 2015 Chapters 4,5 and 6 July 30 NCERT Class VIII History Full Book India – 2015 …
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Insights Daily Debates: Day – 2 Previous Debate Thank you for the great response to previous Debate. Today’s Topic Should Indians View Pakistan as Their Enemy? Reference What do we gain by treating Pakistan as our enemy? Should citizens be brainwashed into believing that Pakistan is our greatest enemy? Does Pakistan pose existential threat to India? …
DAY – 43: Insights Self Study Guide for Prelims + Mains – 2015 28 July 2015 Following Questions are Based on this TIMETABLE ARCHIVES Descriptive Questions CLICK on the Questions to Post Your Answers. 1) Discuss the reasons why the Chinese pilgrims came to India and also examine what influence their travels had on India …
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DAY – 43: Insights Self Study Guide for Prelims + Mains – 2015 28 July 2015 Following Questions are Based on this TIMETABLE ARCHIVES 2) What were the problems that Ashoka wanted to solve by introducing dhamma? Compare it with Buddha’s approach. (200 Words) NCERT Class VI, History, Chapter – 8
DAY – 43: Insights Self Study Guide for Prelims + Mains – 2015 28 July 2015 Following Questions are Based on this TIMETABLE ARCHIVES 1) Discuss the reasons why the Chinese pilgrims came to India and also examine what influence their travels had on India and China. (200 Words) NCERT Class VI, History, Chapter – …
Insights Daily Current Events, 28 July 2015 Archives Abdul Kalam, ‘People’s President’, passes away A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, widely acclaimed as the “people’s president” for his warmth and accessibility, passed away on 27th July. He was 83. Kalam was also called as the Missile Man of India. He was a scientist by training and played a …
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Public Administration Strategy The recent performance of Public Administration has not been very encouraging. A number of factors have contributed to the same which include relatively tougher papers; abstract questions; stricter evaluation; less generous marking; mysterious scaling/moderation by UPSC etc. However, as the number of ‘Pub Ad’ applicants reduces year by year (given its performance), …
[Insights Secure – 2015] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 28 July 2015 Archives – Secure 2015 28 July 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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Topic: Role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values. 7) In your opinion, what are the characteristics of an ideal teacher? Discuss with examples how important is the role of teachers in inculcating values in children. (200 Words) The Hindu The Hindu
Topic: Awareness in the fields of Space 6) In recent years, there is an increased interest among scientists in Pluto. Examine why and also discuss how more understanding of the Pluto helps understanding Earth’s history. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, 5) Write a note on the Breakthrough Listen project and its significance for humans. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Computers, robotics 4) Write a note on Google’s DeepDream algorithm and its importance for the development of artificial intelligence. (200 Words) Livemint Reference
Topic: Awareness in the fields of Biotechnology 3) What do you understand by DNA Profiling? Critically examine the concerns raised against India’s DNA profiling Bill and comment if they are valid. (200 Words) The Hindu ToI
