Nagaland government repeal its municipal act

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Local Government   Source: TH  Context: The Nagaland government, repealed the Nagaland Municipal Act of 2001, which included  33% reservation for women in urban local bodies, in the face of opposition from community-based organizations.   Background of the Issue:  Nagaland is the only state in India where seats in Urban Local …

UN population report: India becomes world’s most populous nation

GS Paper 1  Syllabus: Population and Associated Issues   Source: IE  Context: According to the United Nations Population Fund’s (UNFPA) State of World Population (SOWP) report 2023 – ‘8 Billion Lives, Infinite Possibilities’ – India is now the most populous country in the world.   Highlights of the report:   India specific findings India now …

[MISSION 2023] Insights SECURE : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 20 April 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: population and associated issues 1. To fully realize the potential of India’s demographic dividend, …

Environmental integrity is essential for ensuring the well-being of both humans and the natural environment. Discuss.

Topic: dimensions of ethics; 7. Environmental integrity is essential for ensuring the well-being of both humans and the natural environment. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Abstract Thursdays’ in Mission-2023. Secure. Key Demand of the …

By identifying their most important values and ranking them in order of importance, individuals can make decisions that reflect their personal values and aspirations. Elaborate.

Topic: ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; 6. By identifying their most important values and ranking them in order of importance, individuals can make decisions that reflect their personal values and aspirations. Elaborate. (150 Words) Difficulty Level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies …

Discuss the security challenges faced by India in the Indian Ocean region and outline a strategy to effectively deal with them.

Topic: Security challenges and their management in border areas – linkages of organized crime with terrorism. 5. Discuss the security challenges faced by India in the Indian Ocean region and outline a strategy to effectively deal with them. (150 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of …

The growth of organized crime is facilitated by various factors, ultimately contributing to the broader domain of terrorism. Examine.

Topic: Security challenges and their management in border areas – linkages of organized crime with terrorism. 4. The growth of organized crime is facilitated by various factors, ultimately contributing to the broader domain of terrorism. Examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference:  unafei.or.jp Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of …

The long-standing friendship between India and Russia has been an essential strategic partnership for both countries. However, the ongoing tension between Russia and Ukraine has raised concerns regarding its impact on the bilateral relations between Russia and India. Critically analyse.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. 3. The long-standing friendship between India and Russia has been an essential strategic partnership for both countries. However, the ongoing tension between Russia and Ukraine has raised concerns regarding its impact on the bilateral relations between Russia and India. Critically analyse. …

Enumerate the major provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010. Do you think the recent Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment, 2020 is adversely affecting the work of NGOs? State your opinion.

Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. 2. Enumerate the major provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010. Do you think the recent Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment, 2020 is adversely affecting the work of NGOs? State your opinion. (250 words). Difficulty …

To fully realize the potential of India’s demographic dividend, the government must address the significant gaps in education and skills training. Analyse.

Topic: population and associated issues 1. To fully realize the potential of India’s demographic dividend, the government must address the significant gaps in education and skills training. Analyse.  (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Live Mint , Insights on India Why the question: The article discusses a recent report by the Brookings Institution that highlights the …