Insights Revision Through MCQs – 18 November 2019
Insights Revision Through MCQs – 18 November 2019
Day: November 19, 2019
INSIGHTS MINDMAPS: “CJI under the ambit of RTI Act”.
INSIGHTS MINDMAPS: “CJI under the ambit of RTI Act”. CJI under the ambit of RTI Act CJI under the ambit of RTI Act
Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB: 19 November 2019
Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB: 19 November 2019 Table of contents: GS Paper 2: Equal representation to all States in Rajya Sabha sought. Gram Sabha. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). Kimberley Process. GS Paper 3: IMD World Talent Ranking- 2019. What is space internet? Facts for prelims: Za’ir-Al-Bahr (the Roar …
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What is space internet?
Topics Covered: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. What is space internet? What to study? For Prelims: Different orbits, about the Starlink network project. For Mains: Significance of the project and challenges present. Why in News? SpaceX, the world’s leading …
IMD World Talent Ranking- 2019
Topics Covered: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. IMD World Talent Ranking- 2019 What to study? For Prelims: Key findings. For Mains: Significance and concerns highlighted by the report. Context: The 2019 World Talent Ranking has been released. It is released by the International …
Kimberley Process
Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. Kimberley Process What to study? For prelims: About the Kimberly process, previous chair, conflict diamonds. For mains: How does the Kimberley Process work? Context: The Plenary meeting of the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) is being hosted by India. India is the …
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
Topics covered: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) What to study? For Prelims and mains: Key Highlights of …
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Gram Sabha
Topics Covered: Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. Gram Sabha What to study? For Prelims: Constitution, composition and functions of Gram Sabha. For Mains: Issues associated with their functioning, need for more powers. Context: The Haryana Cabinet has taken …
Equal representation to all States in Rajya Sabha sought
Topics Covered: Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. Equal representation to all States in Rajya Sabha sought What to study? For Prelims: Rajya Sabaha- elections, composition and functions. For Mains: Need for- issues, challenges and solutions. Context: On the …
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QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 19 November 2019
QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 19 November 2019 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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RSTV: THE BIG PICTURE- INDIA & WEST ASIA – NEW FRONTIERS
RSTV: THE BIG PICTURE- INDIA & WEST ASIA – NEW FRONTIERS Introduction: India and Saudi Arabia inked over a dozen agreements in several key sectors including oil and gas, defence and civil aviation to bolster their ties as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held extensive talks with the Kingdom’s top leadership during which a Strategic …
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Insights into Yojana: September 2019
Insights into Yojana: September 2019 DOWNLOAD: Insights into Yojana_SEPTEMBER 2019(Resurgent India)
Insights into Editorial: Renovate, not rebuild
Insights into Editorial: Renovate, not rebuild Context: The Central government is considering either redeveloping Parliament House or building a new structure. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the government is considering suggestions to build a new Parliament House or renovate the existing one with improved facilities by 2022, just in time to celebrate 75 …
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[Insights Secure – 2020] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 19 November 2019
[Insights Secure – 2020] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 19 November 2019 Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer? INSIGHTS NEW SECURE – 2020: YEARLONG TIMETABLE General Studies – 1 Topic: Salient features of Indian society. 1) ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ has been the guiding light …
7) To what extent do you think Social media has reshaped caste mobilisation tendencies among people? And if so, in what possible ways? Critically analyse.(250 words)
Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money-laundering and its prevention. 7) To what extent do you think Social media has reshaped caste mobilisation tendencies among people? And if so, in what possible ways? Critically analyse.(250 words) Hindustantimes …
6) Articulation of vision of multilateralism comes at an important time at BRICS for India. Analyse the significance of BRICS for India at the current juncture of its economy.(250 words)
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. 6) Articulation of vision of multilateralism comes at an important time at BRICS for India. Analyse the significance of BRICS for India at the current juncture of its economy.(250 words) The hindu Why this question: A summit of the world’s five …
5) Evaluate the adverse effects of junk food on human health and discuss the significant role of institutions and the government in drafting Laws for Junk Food Regulation.(250 words)
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. 5) Evaluate the adverse effects of junk food on human health and discuss the significant role of institutions and the government in drafting Laws for Junk Food Regulation.(250 words) Reference Why this question: Draft regulations have been released …
4) Elucidate upon the key areas of cooperation between India and Sri Lanka while commenting on the significance of the relations between the two countries upon the South Asian region at large.(250 words)
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 4) Elucidate upon the key areas of cooperation between India and Sri Lanka while commenting on the significance of the relations between the two countries upon the South Asian region at large.(250 words) The hindubusinessline Why this question: The recent Gotabaya’s victory in the presidential elections, where the minority …
3) Discuss the significance of Lok Adalats as an effective dispute resolution institution in present scenario. (250 words)
Topic: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. 3) Discuss the significance of Lok Adalats as an effective dispute resolution institution in present scenario. (250 words) Indian Polity by Lakshmikant Why this question: The question pertains to evaluate the role played by Lok Adalats in proving to be an effective dispute …
2) What is separation of powers in the Constitution? Discuss the concept of checks and balances reflected in Indian Polity.(250 words)
Topic: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. 2) What is separation of powers in the Constitution? Discuss the concept of checks and balances reflected in Indian Polity.(250 words) Indian polity by Lakshmikant Why this question: The question is from static portions of GS paper II. Key demand of the question: …
