Insights into Editorial: Demonetisation and Beyond: Addressing the Finance of Terrorism

    Insights into Editorial: Demonetisation and Beyond: Addressing the Finance of Terrorism   Summary: The changeover of high denomination notes in India is arguably a major strategic step that has been lauded by many Indians. The gaping chasm between our legal and illegal economy had reached an alarming state where the anti-national elements ranging …

The Big Picture- India-Japan Relations: Civil Nuclear Deal

    The Big Picture- India-Japan Relations: Civil Nuclear Deal     India and Japan recently signed a landmark nuclear energy pact after six years of negotiations between the two countries. Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi made second visit to Japan in last two years. The visit was also significant in the present international scenario …

[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 22 November 2016

[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 22 November 2016 Click on EACH question to post/read  answers. General Studies – 1; Topic: Political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society 1) What do you understand by post-truth? Do you think truth has become obsolete in today’s political …

7) “From a statecraft point of view, the IAF, with its flexibility and versatility, has varied options to offer policymakers ranging from coercion, deterrence, signalling, extending influence and providing succour and relief.” In the light of this statement, discuss what IAF can offer policymakers to strengthen nation’s security

Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate  7) “From a statecraft point of view, the IAF, with its flexibility and versatility, has varied options to offer policymakers ranging from coercion, deterrence, signalling, extending influence and providing succour and relief.” In the light of this statement, discuss what IAF can offer policymakers to strengthen …

6) There have been arguments offered in the recent past claiming a dilution of the land acquisition law through misuse of constitutional provisions. Are such changes to the land acquisition law warranted? Critically discuss.

Topic: Land reforms 6) There have been arguments offered in the recent past claiming a dilution of the land acquisition law through misuse of constitutional provisions. Are such changes to the land acquisition law warranted? Critically discuss. (200 Words) The Hindu

2) It is said that the recent political developments in India and around the world highlight a growing discontent with politics in many democracies. Do these developments reflect weaknesses in democratic institutions? Critically analyse.

Topic:Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability 2) It is said that the recent political developments in India and around the world highlight a growing discontent with politics in many democracies. Do these developments reflect weaknesses in democratic institutions? Critically analyse. (200 Words) Livemint