QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 23 October 2018

QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz,23 October 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 preliminary exam …

Insights Daily Current Affairs, 23 October 2018

Insights Daily Current Affairs, 23 October 2018   Paper 1: Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc., geographical features and their location- changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes.   Earth’s inner core is softer, a study …

[Insights Secure – 2019] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 23 OCTOBER 2018

[Insights Secure – 2019] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 23 OCTOBER 2018 Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  INSIGHTS NEW SECURE – 2019: YEARLONG TIMETABLE   Tomorrow’s Static Topic: Salient Features of Indian Society + Diversity (Click Here) General Studies – 1 Topic …

7) What do you think are the core values in public administration. Discuss.(250 words)

Topic-Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service , integrity, impartiality and non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections. 7) What do you think are the core values in public administration. Discuss.(250 words) Reference Directive word discuss- this is an all-encompassing directive which mandates us to write in detail …

6) Indian economy is at the crossroads where its economic might and potential is increasing but at the cost of its environment and quality of life.Discuss.(250 words)

Topic– Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. 6) Indian economy is at the crossroads where its economic might and potential is increasing but at the cost of its environment and quality of life.Discuss.(250 words) economic times Why this question Indian economy is growing at a faster pace …

5) In view of the increased role of payments banks, is there a need to create a separate regulator for the sector. Examine.(250 words)

Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies 5) In view of the increased role of payments banks, is there a need to create a separate regulator for the sector. Examine.(250 words) The hindu Reference Why this question The govt has recently mooted the idea of a separate regulator for the rapidly developing payments bank sector. …

4) Economic Survey last year highlighted that India has one of the highest intra country migration among its peers, yet there are several problems faced by migrant workers in India, particularly in unorganized sector. Examine the issues involved and suggest remedial measures?(250 words)

Topic – poverty and developmental issues 4) Economic Survey last year highlighted that India has one of the highest intra country migration among its peers, yet there are several problems faced by migrant workers in India, particularly in unorganized sector. Examine the issues involved and suggest remedial measures?(250 words) The hindu Why this question The …

3) Explain with the help of examples the difference between Natya, Nritya and Nritta?(250 words)

Topic– Part of static series under the heading – “Nandikeswara’s Abhinaya Darpana (Three basic elements Nritta, Natya, Nritya)” 3) Explain with the help of examples the difference between Natya, Nritya and Nritta?(250 words) Key demand of the question The question expects us to explain the basic difference between the three terms mentioned above. In examples, …

2) Discuss the various sources which provide information about Bharatnatyam? Explain the role Rukmini Devi Arundale played in modern rebirth of Bharatnatyam?(250 words)

Topic– Part of static series under the heading – “Classical dance forms and their salient features” 2) Discuss the various sources which provide information about Bharatnatyam? Explain the role Rukmini Devi Arundale played in modern rebirth of Bharatnatyam?(250 words) Reference Key demand of the question The question expects us to list down the various sources …

1) Natya Shastra talks at length of “natya”, which provides the basic source of information on the intricacies of Indian theatre. Discuss and also explain  the rasa theory in Natyashastra? (250 words)

Topic – Part of static series under the heading – “Famous work related to dances” 1) Natya Shastra talks at length of “natya”, which provides the basic source of information on the intricacies of Indian theatre. Discuss and also explain  the rasa theory in Natyashastra? (250 words)   Key demand of the question The question …