TEST-71- INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 – DAILY REVISION TESTS: 24 May 2019
INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 – DAILY REVISION TESTS: TEST-71
Day: May 24, 2019
Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB: 24 May 2019
Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB: 24 May 2019 Relevant articles from various News Sources: Paper 2: Topics Covered: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. The dispute between Britain and Mauritius over Chagos islands What to study? For prelims: location of chagos islands, …
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Artemis Mission
Topic covered: Awareness in space. Artemis Mission What to study? For Prelims and Mains: Ke features, objectives and significance of the mission. Context: NASA has unveiled the calendar for the “Artemis” program that will return astronauts to the Moon for the first time in half a century, including eight scheduled launches and …
Currency chest
Topics Covered: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Currency chest What to study? For Prelims: Currency chest- features. For Mains: Need and significance. Context: The Reserve Bank of India is planning to allow large modern currency chests to increase the service charges on cash …
Coral bleaching
Topic covered: Pollution related issues. Coral bleaching What to study? For prelims and mains: coral bleaching- causes, effects, concerns and measures to prevent. Context: Researchers have found an alarming pattern of bleaching in the reefs in Mandapam, Keezhakkarai and Palk Bay in Gulf of Mannar regions. Key findings: Sea surface temperature …
WHO strategy on antivenoms
Topic covered: Issues related to health. WHO strategy on antivenoms What to study? For prelims and mains: snakebites- concerns, spread, WHO strategy-need and significance. Context: The World Health Organization has unveiled a new strategy to dramatically cut deaths and injuries from snakebites, warning a dearth of antivenoms could soon spark a “public …
China continues to use ozone depleting CFC-11 in violation of Montreal Protocol
Topics covered: Conservation and pollution related issues. China continues to use ozone depleting CFC-11 in violation of Montreal Protocol What to study? For Prelims: Key facts on Montreal protocol. For Mains: Significance of the Ozone layer and the need for protection. Context: China has been illegally emitting Trichlorofluoromethane or CFC-11 — the …
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The dispute between Britain and Mauritius over Chagos islands
Topics Covered: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. The dispute between Britain and Mauritius over Chagos islands What to study? For prelims: location of chagos islands, countries involved in the dispute. For mains: what is the controversy all about, recent ICJ observations and the …
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Insights into Editorial: Why an industrial policy is crucial
Insights into Editorial: Why an industrial policy is crucial Introduction: The impact of industrial reforms is reflected in multiple increases in investment envisaged, both domestic and foreign. At the time of Independence, Indian economy was facing severe problems of illiteracy, poverty, low per capita income, industrial backwardness and unemployment. After India attained its Independence in …
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[Insights Secure – 2019] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 24 May 2019
[Insights Secure – 2019] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 24 May 2019 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: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating …
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7) Mention two unethical practices in society today and suggest a sustainable solution to each.(250 words)
Topic: case study based on ethics. 7) Mention two unethical practices in society today and suggest a sustainable solution to each.(250 words) Ethics by Lexicon Publications Why this question: The question is to bring out the unethical practices in the society that are prevalent even today. Key demand of the question: The answer should bring …
6) Write a note on reformers and administrators who are role models for inculcating values.(250 words)
Topic: Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world. 6) Write a note on reformers and administrators who are role models for inculcating values.(250 words) Ethics by Lexicon publications Why this question: The question is from the static portions of the syllabus. It is about discussing the role played by reformers and …
5) According to a new study released by the World Resources Institute (WRI), India’s forest cover stands at 21% against global standard of 33.3%. critically analyse the alarming situation of India’s declining forest cover. What needs to be done?(250 words)
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. 5) According to a new study released by the World Resources Institute (WRI), India’s forest cover stands at 21% against global standard of 33.3%. critically analyse the alarming situation of India’s declining forest cover. What needs to be done?(250 words) Indiatimes Why this question: The question …
4) Explain the role played by robotics and its application to the agriculture sector of the country. What are its future prospects? How far can Indian agriculture foresee mechanization of agriculture for its growth?(250 words)
Topic : Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. 4) Explain the role played by robotics and its application to the agriculture sector of the country. What are its future prospects? How far can Indian agriculture foresee mechanization of agriculture for its growth?(250 words) …
3) Evaluate the provisions of the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy in India. What are the challenges being faced by it? Suggest measures needed to ensure transparency and enhance protection of the same.(250 words)
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. 3) Evaluate the provisions of the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy in India. What are the challenges being faced by it? Suggest measures needed to ensure transparency and enhance protection of the same.(250 words) The hindubuisnessline …
3) Evaluate the provisions of the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy in India. What are the challenges being faced by it? Suggest measures needed to ensure transparency and enhance protection of the same.(250 words)
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. 3) Evaluate the provisions of the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy in India. What are the challenges being faced by it? Suggest measures needed to ensure transparency and enhance protection of the same.(250 words) The hindubuisnessline …
2) What are the bottlenecks in the delivery of nutrition interventions to pregnant women in India? Discuss more so specifically with respect to Maternal nutrition and suggest solutions to tackle the same. (250 words)
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. 2) What are the bottlenecks in the delivery of nutrition interventions to pregnant women in India? Discuss more so specifically with respect to Maternal nutrition and suggest solutions to tackle the same. (250 words) epw Why this question: The …
1) An Election commissioner is a watch dog but not a blood hound. comment with decided cases. (250 words)
Topic: Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. 1) An Election commissioner is a watch dog but not a blood hound. comment with decided cases. (250 words) The hindu Why this question: The article captures the dissenting turf facing the election commission of …
