QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 10 February 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 services …
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Insights Daily Current Affairs, 10 February 2018 Paper 1: Topic: Role of women and women’s organization. Swadhar Greh Scheme Context: Recently released government data shows that there are 559 Swadhar Greh presently functional in the country with 17231 beneficiaries. About Swadhar Greh Scheme: The Swadhar scheme was launched by the Union Ministry …
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MOTIVATION Finally, UPSC civil service notification 2018 is out. The number of vacancies are less. There were 1291 vacancies in 2014 and this year it is 782. This must be depressing. Add to this the element of ‘uncertainty’ that this exam has (new cadre policy, 2017 Mains result etc). But, should you be worried? …
[Insights Secure – 2018] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 10 February 2018 Click on EACH question to post/read answers. General Studies – 1 Topic: Urbanisation – problems and remedies 1) Urbanization advances economic development, but it also poses major challenges, from managing congestion and pollution to ensuring that growth is inclusive and equitable. Does India …
Topic: Ethics in human actions 8) The dark secret at the heart of Indian society is that the decline of public morality is now mirrored by a shameful fall in ethics in the private sector. In the light of recent steep fall in India’s ranking in the Transparency International’s 2016 Corruption Perception Index, critically comment. (150 …
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Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology 7) In recent years the private sector is leading a new space race. How can India help private sector in India to boom in the space sector? Examine. (150 Words) Livemint
Topic: Environmental pollution 6) What is ozone pollution? Why is it still a cause for concern? Examine. (250 Words) Down to Earth
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies 5) The National Human Rights Commission of India is often considered as toothless body, however over a period of time it is observed that, though unevenly and sometimes ineffectively, it has carved out triumphal moments that have opened up state actions to judicial and public scrutiny. Critically evaluate. (250 Words) …
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health 4) Analyse the findings of the NITI Aayog’s Health Index report that was released recently. (250 Words) Down to Earth
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health 3) Examine the role and potential of community level interventions and emerging technologies in improving quality of care for women and newborns. (250 Words) Down to Earth
Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability 2) The success of Swacch Bharat mission hinges on strong municipals and efficient governance. Comment. (250 Words) Down to Earth
Topic: Urbanisation – problems and remedies 1) Urbanization advances economic development, but it also poses major challenges, from managing congestion and pollution to ensuring that growth is inclusive and equitable. Does India have tools to overcome to overcome these challenges? Discuss. (250 Words) Project Syndicate
QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 09 February 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 services …
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