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Insights Daily Debates: Day – 107 23 December 2015 Archives Today’s Topic “SHGs and Women Empowerment” NOTE: Unlike past we will not be giving you topic in question format. We observed that it turned out to be another Q & A session. We will just mention the topic and you may start discussing the topic. You […]
Insights MINDMAPS on Current Issues, 23 December 2015 Archives Insider Trading Issue (High Resolution) Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) (High Resolution) Sports Development in India (High Resolution)
Insights Current Affairs Quiz – 88 23 December 2015 Archives From today onwards, we will be starting current events quiz. The quiz will have 5-10 MCQs every day. The questions are mainly framed from The Hindu and PIB news articles. This quiz is intended to introduce you to concepts and certain important facts. It is not a […]
The Big Picture – Impact of US FED rate hike Archives Summary: The US central bank recently raised its benchmark federal funds rate for the first time in more than nine years. The rate had been next to zero since December 2008 and is now increased by a quarter points. This move affects everything from […]
Insights Daily Current Events, 23 December 2015 Archives Paper 2 Topic: Indian diaspora. Government To Expand Visa-Free Diplomatic Travel To More Countries Seeking to expand the envelope of visa-free travel for holders of diplomatic and official passports to other countries, the Union Cabinet has approved a model agreement on exemption from visa requirements for such […]
Insights into Editorial: Draft Civil Aviation Policy 2015: Are we Making our Airports Safer? 23 December 2015 Article Link In an effort to take air travel to the masses, the Union government, in October 2015, came out with its new draft civil aviation policy. Highlights of the Policy: The policy proposes to cap small town […]
[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 23 December 2015 Archives – Secure 2015 Welcome to Insights Secure – 2016. We are happy to start 2016 journey on a positive note. 20 out of 20 questions in UPSC Mains GS Paper – 2 were covered under this initiative, 18 out of 20 in […]
Topic: Dimensions of ethics 11) The need for standard-setting action in the field of bioethics is felt throughout the world, often expressed by scientists and practitioners themselves and by lawmakers and citizens. Examine the relationship between bioethics and human rights, and what states can do to ensure bioethics in research. (200 Words) Reference Reference
Topic: Government Budgeting 10) Do you think budget making process in India is a participatory one? Discuss its shortcomings. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Energy 9) Write a note on India’s strategic crude oil reserves programme. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Awareness in biotechnology; Achievements of Indians in S&T 8) What are 3D bio-printed tissues? How they are printed? Examine their advantages and clinical applications. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Economic growth 7) “One of the biggest economic surprises of 2015 is that the stunning drop in global oil prices did not deliver a bigger boost to global growth.” Discuss. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Role of civil services in a democracy 6) “The Achilles heel of the Indian Police is the inadequately staffed, under-equipped, and soulless police station, something that has brought ignominy to the whole force.” In your opinion, what needs to be done to change this image of police in India? Critically discuss. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. 5) “The Upper House is a creation of imperialism and independent India did not need it.” Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections. 4) Critically comment on the important provisions of the new Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Bill, 2015. (200 Words) The Hindu The Hindu
Topic: Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. 3) What is the rationale behind nominating members to Rajya Sabha? Do you think this provision should be repealed from the Constitution? Justify. (200 Words) Business Standard Rajya Sabha
Topic: Modern history of India 2) Why did China withdraw from captured Indian territory in 1962? Also examine how did America help India during this War. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Resources; Location of industries 1) Why is fisheries categorised as sunrise sector in India? Examine the problems and prospects and measures taken by the government to boost this sector. (200 Words) Business Standard