Topic: Role of civil services in a democracy. 3) Police Reforms must target towards creating law enforcement immune from political bias but accountable to the Rule of Law. Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation 2) ” All India Judicial Services may streamline vacancies at lower judiciary but Higher Judiciary still remains a challenge to achieve holistic Judicial Reforms.” Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues 1) It is said that the most important historical event of the last two decades has been the battle over the Narmada dam. Do you agree? Discuss critically the socio-cultural, political and economic significance of the …
Insights into Editorial: The arc to Tokyo: on India-Japan ties Context: Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to India, part of annual summits between the two countries, has set strategic ties on a fast track. This is best symbolised by the 508-km Ahmedabad-Mumbai bullet train project that was launched by Prime Ministers of India and …
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All India Radio News Summary: 16 SEPTEMBER 2017 The Government has lifted the ban on the export of Tur, Urad and Moong after a gap of 10 years The Government has lifted the ban on the export of Tur, Urad and Moong Dal after a gap of 10 years. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade said, the …
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Insights Weekly Essay Challenges 2017 – Week 36 Archives 17 September 2017 Write an essay on the following topic in not more than 1000-1200 words: Urbanisation and Solid Waste Management in India – Challenges and Opportunities
SECURE SYNOPSIS: 16 SEPTEMBER 2017 NOTE: Please remember that following ‘answers’ are NOT ‘model answers’. They are NOT synopsis too if we go by definition of the term. What we are providing is content that both meets demand of the question and at the same time gives you extra points in the form of background …
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QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz – 16 September 2017 QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz 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 …
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Insights Daily Current Affairs, 16 September 2017 Paper 1: Topic: Role of women and women’s organization, population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their problems and their remedies. Assam Assembly adopts resolution for Population Policy Seeking to curb population explosion in the state, especially among religious minority, through women …
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All India Radio News Summary: 15 SEPTEMBER 2017 Nationwide campaign – Swacchata Hi Sewa President launched the nationwide campaign Swacchata Hi Sewa from Ishwariganj village in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Emphasising that cleanliness is the real service to humanity; President administered a pledge to people for their commitment to the cause. The President said the entire country is …
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[Insights Secure – 2017] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 16 September 2017 Click on EACH question to post/read answers. General Studies – 1; Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India; Social empowerment; Poverty and developmental issues 1) What are denotified tribes (DNTs)? A study on the socio-economic and educational status of denotified …
Topic: Work culture 9) Critically examine the role of the internal complaint committees constituted under the new sexual harassment against women at workplace act, 2013 in ensuring good work culture and safety of women employees in workplaces. (150 Words) EPW
Topic: Poverty and hunger; Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. 8) Discuss the causes, consequences and global hunger crisis and the role of international agencies in addressing this crisis. (200 Words) Down to Earth
Topic: Infrastructure – railways 7) High Speed Rail Networks can disrupt but not transform the positioning of Railways in India. Comment.(200 Words) The Indian Express
Topic: Indian economy – growth and development; Investment models. 6) Consistency in private and government investments is a key indicator showcasing India’s growth story. Analyse with special reference to the induction of the GST regime. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Indigenization of technology and developing new technology. 5) Given South Asian Geo political conditions, enhanced indigenous Defence Production may be the solution towards cost effective, accountable, and qualitative armaments. Analyse. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. 4) Integrating driving licenses with Aadhar can integrate the road safety ecosystem multidimensionally. Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. 3) Medical Education in India requires an overhaul of regulatory and institutional mechanisms. Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. 2) Increased instances of victims from the Blue Whale game points to an inherent lack of focus on mental health amongst the younger generation across stakeholders. Discuss. (200 Words) The Indian Express
Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India; Social empowerment; Poverty and developmental issues 1) What are denotified tribes (DNTs)? A study on the socio-economic and educational status of denotified tribes (DNTs) reveals that members of these tribes are plagued by problems such as chronic poverty and illiteracy. Discuss why. (200 Words) EPW
