GS 2 When is oath taken by minister invalid? The article explains the constitutional provisions related to oath taken by ministers and instances of deviation and role of Governor in it. Government seeks review of SC/ST creamy layer The SC last year in Jarnail Singh case applied creamy layer concept for SC/STs in the realm… Continue reading Must Read News Articles I 3rd December 2019
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7 PM I All is not well with secularism I December 3rd, 2019
Context: Secularism in India Secularism: “Secularism”, as the concept developed in the west implies the absence of bias towards or against any particular religious groups on the part of the government. Secularism means anything that doesn’t involve religion in any way. However, it is not an opposition to religion. The “secular community” refers to people who live without religion,… Continue reading 7 PM I All is not well with secularism I December 3rd, 2019
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 3, 2019
1. What do you understand by ‘creamy layer’? Examine the feasibility of extending the concept of creamy layer to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in India. The Hindu 2. What is antimicrobial resistance? Discuss the issues around antimicrobial resistance in light of the recent government ban on colistin in the poultry industry. The Hindu 3.… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 3, 2019
Daily Quiz #28 UPSC Prelims Marathon – December 3, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 3, 2019
What do you understand by ‘creamy layer’? Examine the feasibility of extending the concept of creamy layer to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in India. Answer What is antimicrobial resistance? Discuss the issues around antimicrobial resistance in light of the recent government ban on colistin in the poultry industry. Answer Discuss the features of Pradhan… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 3, 2019
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 2nd, 2019
Explained:What is Inner Line Permit, and will it address N-E states’ concerns over CAB News:Union Home minister has said that the Citizenship Amendment Bill,2016 would provide protection to such regions and states where the Inner Line Permit (ILP) is applicable. Facts: About Inner Line Permit(ILP): Inner Line Permit (ILP) is an official travel document issued… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 2nd, 2019
20th Edition of Hornbill Festival begins in Nagaland
News:The 20th Edition of Hornbill Festival has started in the state of Nagaland. Facts: About Hornbill festival: The Hornbill Festival is a celebration held every year in Nagaland.The festival is also called the ‘Festival of Festivals’. The festival is organized by the Nagaland State Tourism and Art & Culture Departments. The festival aims to encourage… Continue reading 20th Edition of Hornbill Festival begins in Nagaland
6 European nations join Iran barter system
News:Recently,six European countries have joined the barter mechanism called INSTEX which is designed to circumvent US sanctions against trade with Iran by avoiding the use of dollars. Facts: What is INSTEX: The Instrument In Support Of Trade Exchanges(INSTEX) is a payment mechanism set up by the governments of France, Germany and Britain to secure trade… Continue reading 6 European nations join Iran barter system
Explained: What Fundamental Duties mean
News:Recently, the Prime Minister, President and Vice President have said that citizens should remember their fundamental duties as they remember their fundamental rights. Facts: About Fundamental Duties: The Fundamental Duties were incorporated in Part IV-A of the Indian Constitution by the Constitution 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 during the time of Emergency. The concept of Fundamental… Continue reading Explained: What Fundamental Duties mean
Explained:What is Inner Line Permit, and will it address N-E states’ concerns over CAB
News:Union Home minister has said that the Citizenship Amendment Bill,2016 would provide protection to such regions and states where the Inner Line Permit (ILP) is applicable. Facts: About Inner Line Permit(ILP): Inner Line Permit (ILP) is an official travel document issued by the government of India.It is required by Indian citizens residing outside certain protected… Continue reading Explained:What is Inner Line Permit, and will it address N-E states’ concerns over CAB
