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ForumIAS: Facts in News (December 21st – 31st)

Facts in news is published on a weekly basis that consists a gist of all crucial news articles from ‘The Hindu’ that may bear relevance to Civil Services Preparation. Here is the Summary of all current happenings from around the world for the Third week of December. Download Facts in News PDF file here. [table id=27 /]

Gender inequality in India

Context: India is facing “very big” challenges in gender justice, a top UN Women official has recently said and also added that the Indian government has “prioritised” women’s issues in its policies and programmes but there is need for greater momentum. Introduction: Indian women’s labour force participation, at just 27 per cent, is ranked 170… Continue reading Gender inequality in India

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 12, 2018

Archives  Q.1) The proposed new industrial policy will completely revamp the Industrial Policy of 1991. In this context discuss the possible implications of new industrial policy on Indian industry. (GS-3) Industrial policies are like booms which give a definite shape to industrialization through rules, policies, principles and procedures controlling industrial houses. It incorporates the fiscal… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 12, 2018

Virtual ID For Aadhaar Authentication

Context: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), which is facing criticism in the light of alleged data breaches, recently, announced a new method of identification called Virtual Identity Introduction: The Unique Identification Authority of India recently introduced the concept of a virtual ID that can be used in lieu of the Aadhaar number at… Continue reading Virtual ID For Aadhaar Authentication

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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 11, 2018

Archives  Q.1) In recent times women’s right activists have united to challenge the restrictions imposed on women with regard to entering places of worship. What are the causes responsible for ban on women’s temple entry? Mention the constitutional provisions against such restrictions in India.  (GS–1) Introduction: The restrictions imposed on women with regard to entering… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 11, 2018

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