Insights into Editorial: A new weapon in the carbon fight Context: Policy is usually focussed on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the electricity sector, transport and industry. There has, however, been a renewed interest in understanding how soils can serve as a sink for carbon dioxide since atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide have …
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Insights Daily Current Affairs, 16 January 2018 Paper 1: Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Purandara Dasa Context: There is much speculation about where Purandara Dasa, regarded as the pitamaha of Carnatic music, was born. Now, an expert committee constituted …
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AIR spotlight summary on “FDI Reforms”. Introduction Liberalisation of FDI policy on single brand retail and aviation was pending for many years and now has taken place. FDI in Single Brand Retail FDI policy in retail sector has been controversial because it opens the door for foreign investors in an area where there are …
QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz – 15 JANUARY 2018 QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz 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 Secure – 2018] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 16 January 2018 Click on EACH question to post/read answers. General Studies – 1 Topic: Poverty and developmental issues; Social empowerment 1)There is growing political support across the world for the idea that public investment in social security is critical to eradicate poverty, boost economic …
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SECURE SYNOPSIS: 16 JANUARY 2018 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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Topic: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions 8) Recently, the four senior-most judges of the Supreme Court held a press conference and raised a banner of revolt against the Chief Justice of India (CJI). What are the ethical issues involved in this episode, …
Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; 7) The boom-and-bust cycle in the agriculture prices is the result of a broken supply chain that is over-regulated. Discuss. (250 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Environmental pollution 6) Examine why and how soils can serve as a sink for carbon dioxide? Discuss why ability of soils to sequester carbon as a win-win strategy must be recognised by policymakers. (250 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Infrastructure 5) Why is India facing a housing crisis despite governments spending huge money through centrally sponsored schemes? Also discuss what course correction is needed. (250 Words) Livemint
Topic: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions 4) The government is the biggest litigant in India. Examine the underlying causes, consequences and solutions. (250 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. 3) Recently, a new legislation known as the equal pay standard came into effect in Iceland after being passed a year ago. Should similar legislation be passed by India? Discuss. (250 Words) Livemint
Topic: Functioning of judiciary 2) Critically analyse the factors that have slowed down India’s criminal justice system. Also suggest remedies. (250 Words) Livemint
Topic: Poverty and developmental issues; Social empowerment 1)There is growing political support across the world for the idea that public investment in social security is critical to eradicate poverty, boost economic growth, and reduce inequality. Has this support translated into tangible outcomes in terms of better life for the targeted people? Critically examine. (250 Words) …
