[Mission 2024] Insights SECURE SYNOPSIS: 23 January 2024

  NOTE: Please remember that following ‘answers’ are NOT ‘model answers’. They are NOT synopsis too if we go by definition of the term. What we are providing is content that both meets demand of the question and at the same General Studies – 1   Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. 1. …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 24 January 2024

  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: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until …

What is the difference between attitude and behaviour? Why at times human beings display behaviour that is contrary to their attitudes?

Topic: Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour 7. What is the difference between attitude and behaviour? Why at times human beings display behaviour that is contrary to their attitudes? Difficulty level: Tough Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4. …

The ethics of lying, even for altruistic purposes, is a topic that has been debated by philosophers, ethicists, and scholars for centuries. Analyse.

Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions; dimensions of ethics. 6. The ethics of lying, even for altruistic purposes, is a topic that has been debated by philosophers, ethicists, and scholars for centuries. Analyse. Difficulty level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of …

The Border Security Force (BSF) is one of the primary border guarding forces in India, and plays a crucial role in preventing trans-border crimes, with a specific focus on unauthorized entry into or exit from Indian territory. Analyse.

Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate. 5. The Border Security Force (BSF) is one of the primary border guarding forces in India, and plays a crucial role in preventing trans-border crimes, with a specific focus on unauthorized entry into or exit from Indian territory. Analyse.  (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The …

By addressing gender disparities in political representation, societies can tap into the full potential of their human capital, leading to more robust and inclusive economic growth. Discuss.

Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. 4. By addressing gender disparities in political representation, societies can tap into the full potential of their human capital, leading …

The Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 was driven by deep-seated political, economic, and cultural factors. Examine.

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. 3. The Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 was driven by deep-seated political, economic, and cultural factors. Examine. 250 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1. Key Demand of the …

The Green Revolution had significant positive impacts on Indian agriculture, but the adoption of High Yielding Varieties faced several challenges. Examine.

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. 2. The Green Revolution had significant positive impacts on Indian agriculture, but the adoption of High Yielding Varieties faced several challenges. Examine. Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1. Key …

Subhas Chandra Bose’s legacy in India’s struggle for independence, rooted in anti-imperialism and socialism, remains relevant and influential in shaping contemporary discussions on nationalism, economic justice, secularism, and global solidarity. Discuss.

Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. 1. Subhas Chandra Bose’s legacy in India’s struggle for independence, rooted in anti-imperialism and socialism, remains relevant and influential in shaping contemporary discussions on nationalism, economic justice, secularism, and global solidarity. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty level: …

UPSC EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : Tax contribution by States needs to be revisited

  Source: The Hindu   Prelims: Current events of national importance(Federalism, Finance Commission, Cess and Surcharges, NITI Ayog, etc) Mains GS Paper II & III: Functions and responsibilities of the union and the states, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure etc   ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS Chief Ministers expressed their concern about dwindling State revenues …

Aravali Range

Mapping:   Source: live law  Context: The Supreme Court expressed a preliminary opinion that if the State of Rajasthan believes mining activities in the Aravali Range are environmentally harmful, it has the authority to prevent such activities. The Aravalli Range is regarded as the “lungs” for the highly polluted air in Delhi–National Capital Region (NCR). …

Elusive binturong and the small-clawed otter

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: Two new mammalian species, the elusive binturong (bearcat) and the small-clawed otter, have been added to Assam’s Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. The binturong, the largest civet in India, was photographed during a migratory bird count, while the small-clawed otter was spotted after a training program. …