Insights MINDMAPS: Human trafficking and Hydrocarbon Exploration and Licensing Policy (HELP) Human trafficking Hydrocarbon Exploration and Licensing Policy (HELP)
AIR spotlight summary on National Mission for Clean Ganga Introduction Giving a wider shape to Namami Ganga programme, Minister of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation inaugurated 231 projects worth Rs 20,000 cr related to the construction of Ghats, crematoriums, sewage treatment plants, Afforestation, tree plantation (medicinal plants) and conservation of biodiversity. …
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The Big Picture- PM at ASEAN and East Asia Forum: Takeaways? Recently Indian Prime Minister has been involved in some robust diplomacy while attending ASEAN and East Asia Summits in Laos apart from having a series of bilateral meetings with US and Japanese counterpart. India this year marked its 20 years for …
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The Big Picture- Defence Blacklisting Policy: Will Procurement Improve? For many decades now, there has hardly been any defence procurement in India that has not faced controversy. The defence contractors including foreign companies have come under suspicion or allegations of shady dealings leading to their blacklisting affecting the defence preparedness of Indian military. In light of the recent incidents like Augusta Westland Chopper scam, Scorpene Data leaks, the Defence Ministry has …
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Insights Daily Current Affairs, 12 September 2016 Paper 2 Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Tea Board seeks nod for insurance scheme The Tea Board has sought the Centre’s approval for modifying an insurance scheme meant for workers in small tea gardens. Background: The Tea Board of India …
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Insights into Editorial: AFSPA: The Army needs it! AFSPA has been under review for quite some time. While the defence ministry and Army headquarters are opposed to changes in the basic provisions of the Act, the home ministry is reported to have recommended a major overhaul of the Act to bring …
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[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 13 September 2016 Click on EACH question to post/read answers. General Studies – 1; Topic: Poverty and developmental issues 1) A recent report of UNICEF has revealed that millions of children around the world are victims of violence and trafficking, and are in dire need of help. …
Topic: Laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance 8) According to you, what is freedom? Do you think you are living a life of freedom? Critically comment. (150 Words) The Indian Express
Topic: Resource mobilization 7) In the light of many cross-subsidies and surcharges and issues associated with them, critically discuss how should government mobilize resources to pay for social obligations. (200 Words) Livemint
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education 6) Recently, the Union cabinet cleared a proposal to set up a higher education financing agency (HEFA). Discuss why it’s setup and how would it impact higher education sector in India. (200 Words) Livemint
Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability 5) Recently it was reported that the government think tank Niti Aayog could be setting up a behavioural economics unit. Discuss the significance of this move for India. (200 Words) Livemint
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health 4) For many years, successive governments have failed to address India’s health-care needs for a vast majority of its population. Critically discuss the reasons why state of affairs has persisted. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations 3) What do you understand by ‘migrant smuggling’? Examine the causes of migrant smuggling from Bangladesh to India, and its impact on India and Bangladesh. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests 2) Briefly discuss the history of Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and causes of erosion of its authority over the years. In your opinion, how can NAM reinvent itself become relevant again? Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Poverty and developmental issues 1) A recent report of UNICEF has revealed that millions of children around the world are victims of violence and trafficking, and are in dire need of help. Do you think Millennium Development Goals have failed to deliver? Discuss the issue of refugee children and measures needed to address this issue. (200 …
