News:The Government has informed that around 4.39 lakh candidates have been trained during 2018-19 and 2019-20 under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalaya Yojana(DDU-GKY). Facts: About DDU-GKY: Launched in 2014 by the Ministry of Rural Development(MoRD) as a part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM). Aim:To transform rural poor youth into an economically independent and… Continue reading Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalaya Yojana(DDU-GKY)
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[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I March 3, 2020
1. Discuss the role of tribunals in delivering justice. Also, critically examine the ‘Tribunal, Appellate Tribunal and other Authorities, Rules, 2020’. The Hindu 2. Recent rise in communal disharmony and intolerance is a threat to Indian plural democracy. Comment. The Hindu 3. Discuss how focusing public policy on bio-fortification, sanitation and women’s education can resolve… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I March 3, 2020
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz: March 2, 2020
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – March 2nd, 2020
India is host to 457 migratory fauna, shows latest CMS list News: Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) for the first time compiled the list of migratory species of India under the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS). Facts: Globally, more than 650 species are listed under the CMS appendices The total number of migratory fauna from… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – March 2nd, 2020
7 PM | Whither tribunal independence?| 2nd March 2020
Context: Tribunal, Appellate Tribunal, and other Authorities (Qualifications, Experience and other Conditions of Service of Members) Rules, 2020 notified after SC verdict in November 2019 and issues related to it. More in news: The Supreme Court in November 2019 passed a significant judgment on the functioning of Tribunals in the Country. The Ministry of Finance in… Continue reading 7 PM | Whither tribunal independence?| 2nd March 2020
[Answers] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 2nd March, 2020
1. What do you understand by the term ‘right to due process’? Discuss its significance in a democracy. Answer 2. Discuss India’s policy towards Afghanistan. Why is peace in Afghanistan important for India? Answer 3. India needs to engage with its neighbours for the realisation of its global ambitions. Comment. Answer 4. What are the… Continue reading [Answers] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 2nd March, 2020
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon – March 2, 2020
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U.S, Taliban sign peace deal
News:The US and Taliban have signed a peace deal in Doha, the capital of Qatar. Facts: Key provisions of the deal: Withdrawal of the United States troops from Afghanistan. A commitment by the Taliban to end support for U.S.-deemed terrorist organizations. Maintaining a communications channel between US and Taliban to support implementation of the agreement.… Continue reading U.S, Taliban sign peace deal
Period Poverty
News:Scotland may become the first country in the world to end ‘period poverty’ by passing the Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Bill to make sanitary products free for all. Facts: About Period Poverty: Period poverty is often described as a lack of access to sanitary products due to financial constraints. About Period Products (Free Provision)… Continue reading Period Poverty
Initiatives for Gender Advancement and Equality in Academic and Research Institutions
News: The President has announced a few initiatives for gender advancement and equality in academic and research institutions on the National Science Day celebrations. Facts: About Vigyan Jyoti Scheme: Nodal ministry:Ministry of Science & Technology(DST). Coverage:The programme covers girl students from grade 9 to 12. Aim:To create a level-playing field for the meritorious girls in… Continue reading Initiatives for Gender Advancement and Equality in Academic and Research Institutions
