News: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the Promulgation of the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes (production, manufacture, import, export, transport, sale, distribution, storage and advertisement) Ordinance, 2019. Facts: About E-cigarettes: E-cigarettes are the most common form of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS). These are battery- operated devices that do not burn… Continue reading Prohibition of E-cigarettes Ordinance, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – September 18, 2019
Q.1) “The regional media in India is vulnerable to administrative excesses, political pressure and corruption.” Comment. Answers Q.2) “There has to be a focus on human capital formation and demographic dividend in order to achieve $5 trillion economic objective.” Discuss. Answers Q.3) Discuss the significance of the Vaikom satyagraha and the self respect movement in… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – September 18, 2019
Must Read News Articles-September 19th 2019
GS-1 India is the top source of immigrants across the globe A UN report reveals that one-third of all immigrants come from 10 countries GS-2 Two out of three child deaths due to malnutrition: report Analysis of health data finds that Assam, Bihar, Rajasthan and U.P. are the most affected States Cabinet approves ban on… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-September 19th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 19th, 2019
Q.1) “The developing situation and conditions in Yemen could cast a shadow over Indian interests in the region.” Comment. The Hindu Q.2) “With looming water crisis situation, government need to promote traditional methods of water conservation.” Discuss. The Hindu Q.3) Discuss the role played by Indian diaspora in India’s growth story and diplomatic efforts. The… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 19th, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #15 September 18, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 18th, 2019
Leadership for Academicians Program (LEAP) News:Union Human Resource Development Minister has launched the Leadership for Academicians Programme (LEAP),2019. Facts: About LEAP: LEAP is a three weeks leadership development training programme (2 weeks domestic and one week foreign training) for second level academic functionaries in public funded higher education institutions. The main objective is to prepare… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 18th, 2019
7 PM | History shows lack of debate is a symptom of majoritarianism | 18th September, 2019
Context: Quantity of passing bills increased but somewhere the quality has been compromised due to lack of debates in Parliament. Fact-Sheet of 17th Lok Sabha: During the session, the Lok Sabha worked for 281 hours, a large proportion (46 percent) of which was spent on discussing legislation. Out of the 28 bills which were passed… Continue reading 7 PM | History shows lack of debate is a symptom of majoritarianism | 18th September, 2019
Daily Quiz #15 UPSC Prelims Marathon – September 18, 2019
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Leadership for Academicians Program (LEAP)
News:Union Human Resource Development Minister has launched the Leadership for Academicians Programme (LEAP),2019. Facts: About LEAP: LEAP is a three weeks leadership development training programme (2 weeks domestic and one week foreign training) for second level academic functionaries in public funded higher education institutions. The main objective is to prepare second tier academic heads that… Continue reading Leadership for Academicians Program (LEAP)
Annual Refresher Programme in Teaching (ARPIT)
News:Union Human Resource Development Minister has launched the Annual Refresher Programme in Teaching (ARPIT),2019. Facts: About ARPIT: ARPIT is a major initiative of online professional development of 15 lakh higher education faculty using the Massive Open Online Courses platform SWAYAM. The courses are meant for all in-service teachers and faculties in order to enhance their… Continue reading Annual Refresher Programme in Teaching (ARPIT)
