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The need to amend the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
Definition There is a dire need to look at corruption through the lens of law, economics and psychology. The design of corruption control mechanisms is important. Introduction The Prevention of Corruption Act came into force in September 1988. It consolidated the provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947, some sections of the Indian Penal… Continue reading The need to amend the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
India-Myanmar’s relations
Context: The commander-in-chief of Myanmar defence forces, senior general Min Aung Hlaing, is currently on an eight-day visit to India. Introduction: He will visit numerous cities such as Gaya, Varanasi, Ahmedabad, and Vishakhapatnam and will meet several military and civilian leaders. Significance of visit to India: His visit to India is part of the effort… Continue reading India-Myanmar’s relations
The need for CBI to become an autonomous body
Context The Central Bureau of Investigation acts chiefly at the command of the government of the day, the efficacy of CBI operations largely depends on the political will of the sovereign authority. CBI: General Introduction CBI is the domestic security agency of India. The CBI is administered by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and… Continue reading The need for CBI to become an autonomous body
PM’s task force on Employment data
Context: The government established a dedicated task force to fill employment data gap and ensure the timely availability of reliable information regarding job creation. Introduction: The task force appointed by the Prime Minister has recommended that traditional Employment-Unemployment Surveys carried out by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) every five years be scrapped. The recommendation… Continue reading PM’s task force on Employment data
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 12
Archives 1. What is the Qatar crisis the world is facing today? Why is Qatar important to India? How would this crisis affect India and the world? Substantiate. (GS 2) Link-1 | Link-2 | Indian Express Qatar crisis :- The 2017 Qatar diplomatic crisisbegan when several countries abruptly cut off diplomatic relations with Qatar in… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 12
When both the ends meet – big retailers and small farmers
Context The growing effects of the Indian grocery store brings with it golden opportunity for the small farmers. From strengthening infrastructure in the farm sector to a more organized food supply, the farmers stand to benefit the most. Introduction With rapid urbanization, population growth, and rising incomes, is the increased demand for food in cities… Continue reading When both the ends meet – big retailers and small farmers
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 13
Archives 1. What is Transports Internationaux Routiers Convention? How does it benefit India?(GS 2) Live Mint | The HIndu Transports internationaux Routiers convention :- The multilateral international transit treaty Customs Convention on International Transport of Goods under cover of TIR Carnets is also referred to as the TIR Convention and functions under the auspices of… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 13
Update: Mains Marathon for Optional Subjects, UPSC Mains 2017
Friends, We will be starting Mains Marathon Optional Answer Writing Practice Initiative for Anthropology and History Optional soon. We will post around 10-20 Questions in the weekends as sectional Weekly Tests. We will try to offer a General Feedback for the answers. We will try to keep the questions meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading Update: Mains Marathon for Optional Subjects, UPSC Mains 2017
Must Read News Articles – July 14
Archives GS 1 — GS 2 India and neighbors Diplomacy at work to end border stand-off with China: (The Hindu) MEA strikes measured note on the situation at the Sikkim tri-junction. Healing The Sea: (Indian Express, Editorial) India must learn from Sri Lanka’s ban on bottom-trawling. Why the visit of Myanmar’s military chief is important… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – July 14
