Q.1) “India being the country the most vulnerable to climate change, must prioritise Disaster management plans.”. Comment. Answers Q.2) “Access to affordable, quality health care is still a dream in many pockets in India.” Discuss. Answers Q.3) Critically analyse the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 2019. Do you think it is a threat to fundamental freedoms… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – September 6, 2019
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Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act, 2019
News: The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Centre on petitions challenging the constitutional validity of Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act, 2019 Facts: The petitions have challenged the changes to the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act on various grounds such as- It infringes upon fundamental rights of citizens as guaranteed by the Indian constitution:… Continue reading Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act, 2019
Great Indian Bustard
News: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has asked the Centre to prepare a time-bound action plan within two months for protection of the Great Indian Bustards. Facts: About Great Indian Bustard: Features: It is one of the heaviest flying birds (weighing up to 15kgs). It can be distinguished by its black crown on the forehead… Continue reading Great Indian Bustard
Must Read News Articles-September 7th 2019
GS-1 ‘Indus Valley settlers had a distinct genetic lineage’ Genome shows no Steppe pastoralist or Iranian farmer link. GS-2 Bear hug: On India strengthening relations with Russia India’s push to ‘Act Far East’ strengthens relations with traditional ally Russia Empowering primary care practitioners It is important to reclaim health care from ivory tower structures called… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-September 7th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 7th, 2019
Q.1) “In the time of consumerism and changing social ethos policy focus on education need new approach.” Examine. The Hindu Q.2) “The correlation between size and efficiency can not be fully established.” In light of this critically analyse the outcome of Merger of banks. The Hindu Q.3) Discuss the need and Impact of banning single-use… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 7th, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #5 September 6, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 6th, 2019
CBDT signs 26 advance pricing agreements in April-August News:The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has entered into 26 Advance Pricing Agreements(APAs) in the first 5 months of the financial year (April to August,2019). Facts: About Advance Pricing Agreements(APAs): APA is an agreement between a taxpayer and tax authority determining the transfer pricing methodology for… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 6th, 2019
7 PM | Democracy and its discontents | 6th September, 2019
Context: The failing system of democracy in western world. The problems with the Indian democracy and what India needs to do? Democracy: The word democracy comes from the Greek words “demos”, meaning people, and “kratos” meaning power; so democracy can be thought of as “power of the people”: a way of governing which depends on… Continue reading 7 PM | Democracy and its discontents | 6th September, 2019
Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019
News: Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019 which amends the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 has come into force from 1st September. Facts: Key Salient Features of the Amendment Act: Compulsory Insurance: The Act requires the central government to constitute a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, to provide compulsory insurance cover to all road users in India. Compensation… Continue reading Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019
Daily Quiz #5 UPSC Prelims Marathon – September 6, 2019
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