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QUIZ – 2016: Insights Current Affairs Quiz August 11, 2016 Archives The following quiz will have 5-10 MCQs . 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 relevant to UPSC IAS civil services preliminary exam 2016. It is not a …
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Insights Daily Current Affairs, 11 August 2016 Paper 2 Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States. Paid maternity leave increased to 6 months The Union Cabinet has approved amendments to the Maternity Benefit Act of 1961 to increase paid leave for expectant mothers …
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Insights into Editorial: Arctic opportunities The Indian Express One of the most dramatic effects of global warming is seen in the Arctic region. In recent years the ice in the Arctic Sea has been melting rapidly. In 2007, a large part of the Arctic Sea became ice free in summer months for the first time …
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Spotlight/News Analysis (10th August 2016) Dedication of Kudankulam Plant to the Nation India Russia relationship has moved a mile ahead with the dedication of the 1st Unit of Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. With 1000 Mega Watt, Kudankulam Unit 1 has become the largest single unit of electrical power in India. This also signals the …
[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 11 August 2016 Archives – Secure 2016 Click on EACH question to post/read answers. General Studies – 1; Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues 1) “That Hindutva is less virulent in India than Islamism …
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Topic: Ethics in human actions 7) In India, debate on merits and demerits of women’s right to abort her child is going on. Critically discuss ethical and rights issues involved in abortion debate. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Economic growth and development 6) Do you think higher economic growth guarantees more medals in Olympic Games? In your opinion, what it takes for a country to do well at the Olympic Games? Discuss. (200 Words) Livemint
Topic: Changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth 5) Is India’s steel industry suffering from state protectionism? What needs to be done to revive this industry? Examine. (200 Words) Livemint
Topic: Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these 4) Do you support recent recommendation of the Parliamentary Committee on Salaries and Allowances to double the salaries of MPs? Should MPs decide their own salaries? Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 3) In your opinion, what does the rising number of terror attacks and the entry of new outfits into Pakistan’s jihadist map indicate? Should India be concerned? Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 2) Recently, another new government was sworn in Nepal. What challenges does the new Prime Minister of Nepal face in handling domestic affairs and in its relations with India? Examine. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues 1) “That Hindutva is less virulent in India than Islamism is in many Muslim nations might have much to do with the fact that, at least in India, some of our leading anti-colonial leaders also aimed their …
