Enforcement Directorate (ED)

GS2/GS3  Syllabus: Statutory bodies/ Money Laundering   Source: IE  Context: The question of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) chief’s tenure is back in the Supreme Court of India.   Explaining the issues: The tenure for directors of CBI and ED is two years. However, in November 2021, the President promulgated two ordinances allowing the Centre to extend …

Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore

GS Paper 1   Syllabus: Modern Indian History from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues   Source: PIB  Context: The 162nd birth anniversary of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore was celebrated across the globe on May 7.   Insta Links: Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore   Prelims Links: (UPSC 2021)

[MISSION 2023] Insights SECURE : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 10 May 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 …

“Happiness is not having what you want. It is wanting what you have.” – Hyman Schachtel

Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; 7. What does this quote means to you? (150 words) “Happiness is not having what you want. It is wanting what you have.” – Hyman Schachtel Difficulty level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus …

“Kindness is the sunshine in which virtue grows.” – Robert Green Ingersoll

Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; 6. What does this quote means to you? (150 words) “Kindness is the sunshine in which virtue grows.” – Robert Green Ingersoll Difficulty level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper …

What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)? Although EPR is still in its early stages in India, the main problem with it is the absence of responsibility on the part of producers and insufficient enforcement by regulatory bodies. Do you think that implementing EPR in the oil sector can improve circularity in India’s waste oil management? Comment.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment 5. What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)? Although EPR is still in its early stages in India, the main problem with it is the absence of responsibility on the part of producers and insufficient enforcement by regulatory bodies. Do you think that implementing EPR in the …

What is the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)? Discuss its potential impact on Indian exports and suggest measures that India can take to mitigate this impact.

Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy. 4. What is the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)? Discuss its potential impact on Indian exports and suggest measures that India can take to mitigate this impact. (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: The Hindu Why the question: The article discusses the European Union’s (EU) Carbon …

While there are some similarities between the Indian and British constitutions, the Indian and British constitutions differ significantly. Analyse.

Topic: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. 3. While there are some similarities between the Indian and British constitutions, the Indian and British constitutions differ significantly. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies …

The socio-religious reform movements played a significant role in shaping modern India. The reforms brought about by these movements helped in creating a more inclusive and progressive society in India. Elucidate.

Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. 2. The socio-religious reform movements played a significant role in shaping modern India. The reforms brought about by these movements helped in creating a more inclusive and progressive society in India. Elucidate. (250 words) Difficulty level: …

Analyse the different risks that cultural heritage structures and monuments face in our country. What measures can be implemented to safeguard our cultural heritage?

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. 1. Analyse the different risks that cultural heritage structures and monuments face in our country. What measures can be implemented to safeguard our cultural heritage? (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India …

[Results: First List] SUPER OGP 2024-Batch 2: An Intensive Integrated Foundation Program with Focus on Revision and Practice for UPSC CSE| Starts on 5th June | Offline at Delhi & Online

        Dear Student,   Firstly, we would like to thank you all for the wonderful response to our new and unique initiative: SUPER OGP 2024-Batch 2!   We are delighted to announce that the first list has been released and those accepted have received emails. Our team has carefully gone through all …

[Reminder] Tips to Increase Your Chances of Success in UPSC Prelims 2023 | A Session by Vinay Sir Today(10th May) at 11 AM in DELHI

          Dear Student,   UPSC CSE Prelims 2023 is a mere 19 days away! The clock is ticking… You  may be plagued by self-doubt, overwhelmed by multiple materials and test series, worried about scores in mock tests, and may be overcome by the fear of failure…With 19 days to go, you …