Month: May 2019

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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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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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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) …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Topic covered: 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.   Anthropocene:   What to study? For prelims: geological times scale. For mains: concerns and challenges associated …

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Topic covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate.   U20   What to study? For prelims: about U20- composition, objectives and functions. For mains: significance and the need for U20, outcomes of the recent meet.   Context: Tokyo is hosting the second U20 Mayors Summit. The summit takes place one month ahead …

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Topic covered: Issues related to health.   Malaria-free status   What to study? For prelims: malaria- free status, criteria, causes of the disease and treatment. For mains: concerns over the spread of the disease and measures needed to prevent its spread.   Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Algeria and Argentina as malaria-free, with …

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Topic covered: Issues related to health.   World Health Assembly (WHA)   What to study? For prelims: about WHA, Astana declaration and SDGs. For mains: UHC- targets, challenges and measures needed.   Context: Delegates at the 72nd World Health Assembly in Geneva agreed on three resolutions to ensure that the world meets the universal health …

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Topic covered: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.   Regulatory Cadre within RBI   What to study? For prelims and mains: need for and significance of the proposed board.   Context: The RBI has decided to create a specialised supervisory and regulatory cadre within the RBI in …

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Topic covered: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.   ‘Golden Card’ Permanent Residency Scheme   What to study? For prelims and mains: features, need and significance of the Scheme.   Context: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched ‘Golden Card’ Permanent Residency Scheme in an attempt …

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