News:The QS Indian University Rankings has been released. Facts: About QS University rankings: This is the second edition of the standalone rankings for India’s higher education institutions. The rankings include public, private, higher education or deemed universities. Methodology:The methodology used eight indicators to determine the institutions’ rankings.These were academic reputation (weight of 30%), employer reputation… Continue reading QS Indian University Rankings
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Siachen Glacier
News:Government of India has declared that the Siachen Glacier area of Ladakh will be opened for tourists. Facts: About Siachen Glacier: Siachen is the world’s highest battlefield.It is among the largest glaciers in the nonpolar region of the world. The glacier is located in the Eastern Karakoram range in the Himalayas. It is 75km long… Continue reading Siachen Glacier
Jiyo Parsi scheme
News:The government is considering allocating more funds for the Jiyo Parsi scheme for the next financial year. Facts: About the Jiyo Parsi scheme: Jiyo Parsi is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Ministry of Minority Affairs in 2013. The main objective of the scheme is to reverse the declining trend of Parsi population by… Continue reading Jiyo Parsi scheme
Prison Statistics of India
News:The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has released the report ‘Prison Statistics India 2017.’ Facts: Key takeaways from the report: The majority of prisoners in India are under trial prisoners which means they have not yet been pronounced guilty by a court of law. Among states,the highest percentage of undertrial prisoners was in Meghalaya while… Continue reading Prison Statistics of India
Global Wealth Report
News:The Credit Suisse Group has released the 10th edition of its annual Global Wealth Report. Facts: About the report: The report tracks both the growth and distribution of wealth in terms of the numbers of millionaires and billionaires and the proportion of wealth that they hold as well as the status of inequality around the… Continue reading Global Wealth Report
Assam announces two-child limit for jobs in govt
News:Assam Government has announced a policy which says that no Government jobs will be provided to persons with more than two children after 1st January 2021. Facts: Why this policy: The policy was introduced as the population in Assam has grown exponentially higher as compared to other states. According to the 2011 census,the Assam had… Continue reading Assam announces two-child limit for jobs in govt
Daily Quiz #18 UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 23, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 22, 2019
Q.1) “PM-KISAN scheme will not only lead to welfare of farmers, but can act as an important tool for India’s economic growth.” Discuss. Answers Q.2) “Trade strengthens peace and there needs to be a revised strategy towards restarting cross-Line of Control trade.” Comment. Answers Q.3) What do you understand by the term Brexit? What are… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 22, 2019
Must Read News Articles-October 23rd 2019
GS-2 Court to look into govt plea for access to whatsapp chats The Govt has said there is need to usher in stricter regime to combat pornography, sedition, hate, fake news online Plae against EC order on Sikkim CM disqualification A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court challenging the EC’s decision to… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 23rd 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 23rd, 2019
Q.1) “The rise of Asia represents the beginnings of a shift in the balance of economic power in the world and the future will be shaped partly by how Asia exploits the opportunities and meets the challenges.” In light of this statement, discuss the role of India in realising Asian Century. The Hindu Q.2) “Mere… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 23rd, 2019
