InstaLinks help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions in your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their static …
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Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. Ken-Betwa Interlinking Project Dam: Context: Chief Ministers of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh have signed a historic agreement to implement the Ken Betwa Link Project (KBLP). About Ken- Betwa project: Conceived as a two-part project, this is the country’s first river interlinking project. It is perceived as a model plan …
Topics Covered: Cyber security related issues. Why the Centre moved court over WhatsApp’s new privacy policy? Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has asked the Delhi High Court to step in and restrain WhatsApp from rolling out its new privacy policy. Why does the IT Ministry want the high court to restrain WhatsApp? Supreme …
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Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. Himachal Pradesh’s water crisis: Context: Himachal Pradesh is likely to face an acute water scarcity this summer. Many water schemes may reach the brink of closure. The state might have to go through the toughest times because of drinking water shortage. Why is the state with perennial sources of water …
Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. International Day of Forests: Context: The United Nations observes March 21 as the International Day of Forests, commemorating the green cover around the world and reiterating its importance. The theme for 2021 is “Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being”. Significance of the theme: This year’s theme aims to emphasise …
Topics Covered: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Right to counsel in custody: Context: Arrested Mumbai policeman Sachin Waze has sought his lawyer’s presence during questioning, while the NIA has argued that this insistence is hampering the probe. Is access to a lawyer the right of an accused? In India, …
Topics Covered: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Tomar king Anangpal II: Context: The government has recently formed a committee to popularise the legacy of 11th-century Tomar king, Anangpal II. Who was Anangpal II? Belonged to the Tomar dynasty that ruled parts of present-day …
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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 2021. It is not a test of your knowledge. If you score less, please …
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ಪರಿವಿಡಿ : ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 2: 1. ವಿಮಾ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಮಸೂದೆ, 2021. 2. ಅನುದಾನಿತ ಶಾಲಾ ಶಿಕ್ಷಕರು ಚುನಾವಣೆಗೆ ಸ್ಪರ್ಧಿಸುವುದನ್ನು ನಿಷೇಧಿಸಿದ್ದ ಹೈಕೋರ್ಟ್ ನಿರ್ಧಾರಕ್ಕೆ ತಡೆ ನೀಡಿದ ಸುಪ್ರೀಂಕೋರ್ಟ್. 3. ಕೀನ್ಯಾ ಮತ್ತು ಸೊಮಾಲಿಯಾ ನಡುವಣ ಹಿಂದೂ ಮಹಾಸಾಗರದ ಗಡಿ ವಿವಾದ. 4. ಪೂರಕ ಅನುದಾನ ಬೇಡಿಕೆ. ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ 3: 1. ಜಾಗತಿಕ ಹಸಿವು ಸೂಚ್ಯಂಕದ ವಿಧಾನ ಮತ್ತು ದತ್ತಾಂಶ ನಿಖರತೆಯನ್ನು ಪ್ರಶ್ನಿಸಿದ ಸರ್ಕಾರ. 2. ಅಲ್ಯೂಮಿನಿಯಂ-ಏರ್ ಬ್ಯಾಟರಿಗಳು …
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Context: More than a third of all vaccinations done in the world each day are in India. With over 40,000 sites, it is heartening to see how India is shaping the COVID-19 vaccination programme. Yet, these are baby steps, and there is a long way ahead in covering the vulnerable. So far, India has …
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Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer? STHIR – 2021: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Join IPM 3.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday General Studies – 2 Topic: Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. 1. What is the concept …
Topic: Case Study – Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour; moral and political attitudes; social influence and persuasion. 7. You are posted as a District Education Officer (DEO) in a Maoist affected district. You have been specifically given the responsibility to work on the literacy mission. After reading the …
Topic: Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour; moral and political attitudes; social influence and persuasion. 6. Discuss how the attitude of people influences their conduct? Enumerate positive and negative attributes of attitude held by people in India. (250 words) Reference: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude by Lexicon Publications. Why the …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. 5.What is the nature and extent of unemployment problem in India? Discuss the underlying reasons and suggest measures that need to be undertaken to address the issues. (250 words) Reference: Indian economy by Uma Kapila Why the question: The question …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. 4.In what way persistent high inflation in the recent times has undermined RBI’s effort to revive growth in the country? Analyse. (250 words) Reference: Indian Express Why the question: Recently, India’s growth rate had decelerated sharply to a six-year low. …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. 3. Considering the low growth associated with IT policy, can we conclude that India is not in a position for continuing with Inflation targeting? Critically analyse. (250 words) Reference: Financial Express , Indian Express Why the question: The article explains – …
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. 2. Account for the role of geopolitical forces in India-USA defence partnerships. (250 words) Reference: Hindustan Times Why the question: The article explains the centrality of defence in India-US ties. Key Demand of the question: One must discuss the role of …
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Topic: Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. 1. What is the concept of Right to reject? In what way Right to reject a candidate in elections promises systemic political reforms in India? Elucidate. (250 words) Reference: The Print Why the question: The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and the Election …
