INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS ( 1 May 2020) REVISION THROUGH MCQS
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Table of Contents: GS Paper 2: 1. One Nation-One Ration Card scheme. 2. Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES). GS Paper 3: 1. Research & Development (R&D) Statistics and Indicators 2019-20 report. 2. China’s central bank digital currency. 3. Global Energy Review 2020. Facts for Prelims: 1. GI tag for Kashmir Saffron. 2. KISAN SABHA APP. …
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Topics Covered: Infrastructure- energy. Global Energy Review 2020 What to study? For Prelims: Key findings. For Mains: Concerns and challenges expressed, ways to address them. Context: International Energy Agency (IEA) has released its Global Energy Review 2020 report. Key findings: Global energy demand is projected to fall six per cent in 2020. This will be steepest …
Topics Covered: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. China’s central bank digital currency What to study? For Prelims: What is the currency called? Where is it being introduced? For Mains: Significance and concerns associated. Context: China, which seeks to be the first major …
Topics Covered: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Research & Development (R&D) Statistics and Indicators 2019-20 report What to study? For Prelims and Mains: Key findings, performance of India and significance of these findings. Context: R&D Statistics and Indicators 2019-20 is based on the national S&T survey …
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Topics covered: Issues related to health. Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) What to study? For prelims and mains: AES- causes, symptoms, effects and prevention, how is it related to Li hi fruits? Context: Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) has fanned fear among the villagers and health officials of Bihar’s Muzaffarpur and neighbouring districts amid the novel coronavirus …
Topics covered: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. One Nation-One Ration Card scheme What to study? For prelims: key features of the proposed scheme, PDS. For mains: Need for, significance of the scheme and challenges in its implementation. Context: Five more States join …
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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 2018. It is not a test of your knowledge. If you score less, please …
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7. Write a short note on Durkheim’s materialistic explanation of religion. (250 words) Reference: Ethics by Lexicon publications
6. Many people perceive only the two pillars of sustainability; environmental protection and economic development. Why do you think people often fail to recognise the role of justice and social equity? Discuss. (250 words) Reference: Ethics by Lexicon publications
5. Discuss the importance of protection of basic civil rights amidst the present lockdown scenario and also comment upon the need for a comprehensive law on epidemics in post Covid-19 situation.(250 words) Reference: Hindustan Times
4. Covid-19 responses show need to revisit India’s drone policy, do you think our drone policy is in tune with the emerging scenario? Give your opinion with suitable justifications. (250 words) References: Economic Times
3. The changing geopolitical situation in Afghanistan holds significant implications for India in terms of economy, security and geostrategy. In this context propose the future course of action for India to regain its position in Afghanistan.(250 words) Reference: The Hindu
2. What are the key problems faced by migrant workers? Critically analyze measures taken by government for solving these problems.(250 words) Reference: Live Mint , The Hindu