QUIZ – 2020: INSIGHTS STATIC QUIZ in Hindi , 17 June 2020 – Economy
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QUIZ – 2020: Insights Current Affairs Quiz in Hindi , 17 June 2020
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INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY- 17 June 2020
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World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought: 17 June
Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought: 17 June Theme for 2020: Food. Feed.Fibre. – the links between consumption and land. Why June 17? This day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly resolution in 1995, after the day when United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification was drafted. What is …
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Fifth State of Matter
Topics Covered: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Fifth State of Matter Why in News? NASA scientists on Earth have collaborated with astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) to corral the first ever Bose-Einstein condensate (BEC)- the …
IAEA begins meet over Iran’s n-programme
Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. IAEA begins meet over Iran’s n-programme The Context: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has expressed “serious concern” about Iran’s failure to cooperate with its probe into undeclared nuclear material in the country. Observations made by IAEA: Iran had failed to give its inspectors access …
Supplying washed coal
Topics Covered: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Supplying washed coal Context: The government had recently amended the Environment Protection Act to drop the mandatory washing of coal supplied to thermal power plants. This notification undid the government’s 2016 order, which made coal washing …
Reservation is not a fundamental right says Supreme Court
Topics Covered: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Reservation is not a fundamental right says Supreme Court What’s the Context? The Supreme Court has said that reservation of seats to certain communities was not a Fundamental Right. What’s the issue? The Court said this while refusing to act on a petition filed by …
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10th Schedule of the Constitution
Topics Covered: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. 10th Schedule of the Constitution Why in News? The Supreme Court has asked the Goa Assembly Speaker to respond to a plea filed by the opposition Congress party to decide on the disqualification proceedings against 10 legislators who joined the ruling BJP …
QUIZ – 2020: INSIGHTS STATIC QUIZ, 17 June 2020 – Economy
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QUIZ – 2020: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 17 June 2020
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 2020. It is not a test of your knowledge. If you score less, please …
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[ REGISTRATION OPEN ] INSIGHTSIAS Scholarship Test for InstaClasses-Integrated Foundation cum Guidance Course 2021
REGISTER HERE Hello, Students! INSIGHTSIAS is conducting a Scholarship Test for the much awaited InstaClasses – Integrated Foundation cum Guidance Course- 2021, a full-fledged course for UPSC CSE 2021 (Prelims + Mains + Interview). About InstaClasses 2021: InstaClasses 2021 will be conducted in BOTH Online as well as Offline mode. However, considering …
[VIDEO] InstaDaily Current Affairs and News Analysis (The Hindu) and Answer Writing Guidance (I-CAN) June 16, 2020
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[Insights Secure – 2020] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 17 June 2020
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: Indian Heritage and Culture from ancient to modern times. 1. Indian Culture and heritage has from time to time fostered empowerment to women through …
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Despite its many benefits, biotechnology has provoked ethical controversies across the world; do you still think biotechnology can play to be a significant force in improving the quality of people’s lives in the 21st century? Elucidate.
Topic: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance. 7. Despite its …
Discuss in detail the role and significance of morality in international politics.
Topic : ethical issues in international relations 6. Discuss in detail the role and significance of morality in international politics. (250 words) Reference: oxfordbibliographies.com Why the question: The question is based on the theme of morality in international politics. Key Demand of the question: The question is straightforward and is about discussing the role of …
Discuss the trends of recession faced by India in the past and explain how the upcoming recession is different from the past downturns?
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. 5. Discuss the trends of recession faced by India in the past and explain how the upcoming recession is different from the past downturns? (250 words) Reference: Business Today Why the question: The article brings to us a detailed view …
Critically examine the role that private sector investments can play in aggregating the prosperity of Indian Agriculture thus Doubling Farmers Income (DFI).
Topic: Transport and Marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related Constraints 4. Critically examine the role that private sector investments can play in aggregating the prosperity of Indian Agriculture thus Doubling Farmers Income (DFI). (250 words) Reference: pib.gov.in Why the question: Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare Sri Narendra Singh Tomar has emphasized …
Discuss the effects of COVID-19 lockdown on the urban mobility.
Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. 3. Discuss the effects of COVID-19 lockdown on the urban mobility. (250 words) Reference: Indian Express Why the question: Even as policymakers and experts have come up with standard operating procedures for public transportation while combating COVID-19, it is not going to be an easy ride for …
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Do you think Delhi must have a long-term plan to deal with flexing of muscle by Beijing at the Line of Actual Control? Critically analyse.
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 2. Do you think Delhi must have a long-term plan to deal with flexing of muscle by Beijing at the Line of Actual Control? Critically analyse. (250 words) Reference: Indian Express Why the question: The question is amidst the recent face-off between India and China where 20 Army personnel …
