QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz – 24 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 into Editorial: Signs of a geopolitical whirlwind Context: US President Donald Trump turns tough against Pakistan, accuses Islamabad of lies and deceit; says no more US aid. US President said his country will not give any more aid to Pakistan as it gave safe havens to the terrorists that attack US troops in …
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All India Radio News Summary : 23 JANUARY 2018 Prime Minister pitches India at World Economic Forum in Davos; says India investment-friendly and welcomes FDI in all sectors. Prime Minister addressed the plenary session of the 48th World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos in Switzerland. PM showcased ‘New India’ to the global chief executives at …
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Insights Daily Current Affairs, 24 January 2018 Paper 1: Topic: population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues. ‘Reward Work, Not Wealth’ report A report titled ‘Reward Work, Not Wealth’ has been released by the international rights group Oxfam. The report reveals how the global economy enables wealthy elite to accumulate vast wealth …
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[Insights Secure – 2018] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 24 January 2018 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) What was Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s vision of India? How did he …
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Topic: Ethics in human actions 8) Why is ethics difficult to practice but easy to preach? Comment. (150 Words) General
Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; 7) Critically evaluate performance of the INSPIRE (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) program of government of India. (250 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. 6) India’s tax-to-GDP ratio is on the lower side when compared to major economies. Examine why. (150 Words) Livemint
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. 5) India ranks 62 among emerging economies on an Inclusive Development Index, much below China’s 26th position and Pakistan’s 47th. Why do you think India’s rank is not improving in this index? What needs to be done in this regard? …
Topic: Infrastructure – transport 4) Examine how the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill that was passed by the Lok Sabha in 2017 is an improvement over the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. (250 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. 3) In recent years, China has made breathtaking strides in science and technology whereas India has lagged behind. Can India catch up with China? What should India do to match China in this regard? Discuss. (250 Words) The Wire
Topic: Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections 2) Discuss the recommendations of the 2003 report of the Justice V.S. Malimath Committee on reforming the criminal justice system. Do you think these recommendations should be implemented by the government as they are? Comment. (250 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues . 1) What was Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s vision of India? How did he strive to achieve his vision? Examine. (250 Words) The Wire
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QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz – 23 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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