Day: February 27, 2023

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IMD is already sensing heat waves. What are they and why do they happen?

GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Disaster Management   Source: The Hindu   Direction: This article is in continuation of our previous article on heat waves in northern India.    Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned that the maximum temperatures over northwest, west, and central India would be 3-5° C higher than the long-term average.    What is …

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[MISSION 2023] Insights SECURE : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 27 February 2023

Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  MISSION – 2023: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Join IPM 4.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday General Studies – 1   Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from …

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Socrates’ philosophy was his emphasis on virtue and morality. He believed that the ultimate goal of human life was to achieve eudaimonia. Explain.

Topic: Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world. 7. Socrates’ philosophy was his emphasis on virtue and morality. He believed that the ultimate goal of human life was to achieve eudaimonia. Explain. (150 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: newworldencyclopedia.org Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General …

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The Khalistani movement is largely dormant in the present day, but some extremist elements continue to advocate for a separate state. The Indian government must remain vigilant and take a tough stance against any activities that are deemed to threaten the country’s territorial integrity and national security. Analyse.

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security. 6. The Khalistani movement is largely dormant in the present day, but some extremist elements continue to advocate for a separate state. The Indian government must remain vigilant and take a tough stance against any activities that are deemed to threaten …

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With most cyberattacks originating from beyond our borders, international cooperation would be critical to keep our digital space secure. Critically examine.

Topic: basics of cyber security; 5. With most cyberattacks originating from beyond our borders, international cooperation would be critical to keep our digital space secure. Critically examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India , Insights on India Why the question: The past few weeks have highlighted the soft underbelly of our fast expanding …

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India and Bhutan have a long-standing friendship based on cultural, historical, and economic ties. Discuss the various areas of cooperation in the Indo-Bhutanese relations.

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 4. India and Bhutan have a long-standing friendship based on cultural, historical, and economic ties. Discuss the various areas of cooperation in the Indo-Bhutanese relations. (250 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper …

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India and Pakistan have had a tumultuous relationship since the two countries were created in 1947 after the partition of British India. The relationship has been marked by territorial disputes, military conflicts, and political tensions. Analyse.

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 3. India and Pakistan have had a tumultuous relationship since the two countries were created in 1947 after the partition of British India. The relationship has been marked by territorial disputes, military conflicts, and political tensions. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the question: …

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What is a heatwave? Account for the increasing frequency of heatwaves across the country. Examine the impact of El-Nino on heatwaves in India.

Topic: 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. 2. What is a heatwave? Account for the increasing frequency of heatwaves across the country. Examine the impact of …

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The various folk art forms found in India reflect its cultural diversity and are characterized by distinct regional variations. Explain with examples.

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. 1. The various folk art forms found in India reflect its cultural diversity and are characterized by distinct regional variations. Explain with examples. (250 words) Difficulty level: Easy              Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India , Insights on …

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