Context: Government procurement at the minimum support prices is supposed to protect the farmers. But it mainly benefits the large traders. Introduction: The rising frequency of farmer’s agitations in different parts of the country like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and elsewhere and the high incidence of farmer’s suicides are symptoms of deep malaise in… Continue reading Challenge for small scale farmers
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Trump recognizes Indian contribution to American Economy
Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi succeeded in making President Donald Trump recognize the contributions of Indian skilled professionals to the American economy. The discussion on H-1B Modi had an extensive discussion with President Trump on the spirit behind the visa. President Trump applauded the entrepreneurship and innovation of Indians and Indian-Americans that have directly benefited… Continue reading Trump recognizes Indian contribution to American Economy
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon- July 21
Archives Welcome to Prelims Marathon 2018. Start attempting the Daily Quiz. This free program is focused on UPSC Prelims 2018. Today’s Quiz topic is Geography & Environment. Follow this Initiative consistently to ensure a good score in CSP-2018. Subscribe Here to get updated when the Quiz is posted. [WpProQuiz 15] Discuss the questions in the… Continue reading Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon- July 21
India- Japan on Nuclear Energy Cooperation
Context The India-Japan Agreement for Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy entered into force on July 20, 2017 with the exchange of diplomatic notes between Dr. S. Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary and H.E. Mr. Kenji Hiramatsu, Ambassador of Japan to India. The agreement Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar exchanged the diplomatic notes with the Japanese… Continue reading India- Japan on Nuclear Energy Cooperation
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 20
Archives 1. Discuss the impact of GST in infrastructure sector. Suggest measures to be taken by the government to boost growth in infrastructure sector in India.(GS 3) Live Mint | Financial Express Introduction: Infrastructure is the backbone of Indian economy with total infrastructure spending is expected to be about 10% of GDP in the twelfth… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 20
Conservation or destruction?
Context: In a significant move which could facilitate infrastructure projects within prohibited areas around protected monuments, the government on 18th July, 2017, introduced a bill in Lok Sabha seeking to allow the Centre to take up projects in such zones. Introduction: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the… Continue reading Conservation or destruction?
Must Read News Articles – July 21
Archives GS 1 Urbanisation Should urbanisation score over conservation?: (The Hindu, Editorial) The Culture Ministry talks not of cultural heritage but of roadways, railway tracks, and private landed interests. Social issues Re-arming the law: (Indian Express, Editorial) In the wake of the new violence, the targeted killings bill must be revived and owned by all… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – July 21
[Target UPSC Mains 2017] Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – July 21
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. 1. Comment on the challenges countering Bilateral Investment Trade (BIT) between India and Israel. Do you think that an India-Israel BIT is possible in near future? (GS 2)… Continue reading [Target UPSC Mains 2017] Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – July 21
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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Editorials – July 20, 2017
Read the thorough summary of the following editorials by clicking on the links below them New social security net planned: Universal Social Security to get implemented SC wonders whether privacy could be an absolute right: The debate on Right to Privacy Target Tehran: (The Hindu, Editorial) U.S sanctions against Iran Who cares about monetary policy?:… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Editorials – July 20, 2017
