“The local self government system in India has not proved to be effective instrument of governance”. Critically examine the statement and give your views to improve the situation. (150 words) Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgement on ‘National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ with reference to appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India. … Continue reading UPSC CIVIL SERVICES MAINS EXAM 2017: General Studies Paper – 2 Question Paper
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UPSC CSE Mains 2017 General Studies (GS 1) Question Paper
UPSC CSE Mains 2017 General Studies (GS 1) Question Paper How do you justify the view that the level of excellence of the Gupta numismatic art is not at all noticeable in later times? (150 Words, 10 Marks) Clarify how mid-eighteenth century India was beset with the spectre of a fragmented polity (150 Words, 10… Continue reading UPSC CSE Mains 2017 General Studies (GS 1) Question Paper
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz : October 30
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – October 30, 2017
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7 PM Daily Editorials Brief – October 30, 2017
Read In-depth analysis of all Editorials here Source : Law panel wants more autonomy for tribunals: (The Hindu) Analysis : Autonomy for Tribunals recommends the Law Commission
Autonomy for Tribunals recommends the Law Commission
Context The Law Commission of India has recommended that a Committee led by the Chief Justice of India should be in charge of the appointments of Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Judicial Members of the various central tribunals. Such a step sends strong message to the government that appointments to tribunals and their functioning should remain independent… Continue reading Autonomy for Tribunals recommends the Law Commission
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 30
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Download: ForumIAS PIB Bimonthly Compilation – September 1st-15th, 2017
Download PIB Compilation for the month of September 1st-15th,2017 (Important for UPSC Prelims and Mains Preparation) below: Click Here to Download PIB Compilation for the month of September About PIB: The Press Information Bureau (PIB) is the nodal agency of the Government of India to disseminate information to the print and electronic media on government policies, programmes, initiatives and… Continue reading Download: ForumIAS PIB Bimonthly Compilation – September 1st-15th, 2017
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 30
Archives Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers. Q.1) Taking a concern over the condition of the widows in India, the Supreme Court recently made an attempt to improve their situation. In this context, comment on the… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 30
Must Read News Articles – October 30
Archives GS-1 — GS-2 India and neighbors India ships wheat to Afghanistan via Chabahar: (The Hindu) New route being used for first time to send consignment. Government Policies Law panel wants more autonomy for tribunals: (The Hindu) Suggests CJI-led body to oversee postings. Judiciary Questions over delay: (The Hindu, Editorial) A fresh procedure for appointing judges should… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – October 30

