Context: The government is considering the introduction of a regulatory regime for virtual or crypto currencies like Bitcoin, that would enable the levy of the Goods and Services Tax on their sale. Introduction: Bitcoin’s value has skyrocketed over the last six months The circulation of virtual currencies has been a cause of concern among central… Continue reading Bitcoin trade under SEBI’s domain
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Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon- July 13
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India’s join naval exercise at Malabar with US and Japan commences
Context India join naval exercise at Malabar makes China insecure. History In the year 1992, Malabar exercise kicked off which was 23 years ago, a bilateral drill between India and U.S. In the year 2015, Japan became the permanent member of the Malabar exercise. The main aim of the exercise remained to address the shared… Continue reading India’s join naval exercise at Malabar with US and Japan commences
Autonomous Bodies need a Committee for revaluation
Context The committee for Review of Autonomous Bodies (ABs), chaired by Ratan Watal, recommendations are not in public domain. What are Autonomous Bodies? An Autonomous body is set up by the government for a specific purpose. It is independent in day-to-day functioning, but the government has some control over them. Private enterprises are self-governing and… Continue reading Autonomous Bodies need a Committee for revaluation
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 11
Archives 1. India is one of the worst hit countries with respect to road accidents in the world. Why is this a recurring phenomenon in India? Do you think that adequate measures are kept in place to tackle this issue? Suggest some alternative measures that are needed to change this scenario.(GS 1) The Hindu-1 |… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 11
Must Read News Articles – July 13
Archives GS 1 Social issues A Crisis Of Male Identity: (Indian Express, Editorial) Communal and gender violence in India points to the same backlash. GS 2 India and neighbors India-China trade talks deadlocked: (The Hindu) Trade talks between India and China remained deadlocked with neither side willing to offer concessions to end the impasse. Game… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – July 13
Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 13
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. What is Transports Internationaux Routiers Convention? How does it benefit India? (GS 2) Live Mint | The HIndu 2. The institution of governor is increasingly seen as… Continue reading Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 13
9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – July 12, 2017
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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Editorials – July 12, 2017
Read the thorough summary of the following editorials by clicking on the links below them Sensor network to map and predict pollution, effluents in Godavari: (The Hindu) Hi-tech support to eradicate Godavari from toxins Tough times: (The Hindu, Editorial) Internal Security needs a check following Amarnath rumpus Why India must have a new textile policy:… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Editorials – July 12, 2017
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon- July 12
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