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 Q.1) Explain how ocean currents help in establishing global heat balance. Also explain the relationship between ocean currents and habitability of the coastal areas. Q.2) Discuss the problems related… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 9, 2018
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 6, 2018
Archives Q.1) If India does not resolve its differences with its small neighbors, it will only pave the way for China to assert itself more in the India’s neighbourhood. Discuss. Answer: From Sri Lanka to Nepal, most of India’s smaller neighbours often played the “China card” whenever they had any differences with India. Reasons for… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 6, 2018
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 6, 2018
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7 PM Daily Editorials Brief – November 6, 2018 (Child marriage in India)
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Source: SC dismisses plea to lower marriageable age of men Analysis : Child marriage in India
Centre eyes seaplanes in UDAN 3
Centre eyes seaplanes in UDAN 3 News: The Centre is inviting bids for connecting selected destinations under the regional connectivity scheme (RCS) leading to seaplanes operating commercial passenger flights in India. Important Facts: Opening the third round of the RCS, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has invited proposals for air routes that include tourist destinations… Continue reading Centre eyes seaplanes in UDAN 3
The ozone hole is recovering
The ozone hole is recovering News: A recent study by NASA has confirmed the recovery of the ozone layer due to the absence of chlorine from Chlorofluorocarbon(CFC) in the atmosphere. Important Facts: Findings of UN study: The study published in Geophysical Research Letters journal has confirmed the phenomenon by mapping the chemical composition of the… Continue reading The ozone hole is recovering
New rules for foreigners in detention centres
New rules for foreigners in detention centres News: The government has informed the Supreme Court that new guidelines are being framed for keeping foreign nationals in detention centres across the country. Important Facts: 2. Background: The issue of framing of detention manual for keeping foreign nationals had cropped up when the apex court was hearing… Continue reading New rules for foreigners in detention centres
No respite from poverty for Muslims
No respite from poverty for Muslims News: The article discusses about the deteriorating economic condition of Muslims despite India being the fastest-growing large economy. Important Facts: The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) 68th round (2011-12) labour force survey by an analysis of the data on economic and educational indicators for various religious groups reveals that… Continue reading No respite from poverty for Muslims
India’s nuclear triad is complete with INS Arihant ending its first deterrence patrol
India’s nuclear triad is complete with INS Arihant ending its first deterrence patrol News: INS Arihant, India’s first nuclear ballistic missile submarine, has completed its first “deterrence patrol”, operationalising India’s nuclear triad. Important Facts: The INS Arihant completes India’s nuclear triad by adding maritime strike capability to land- and air-based delivery platforms. All the big… Continue reading India’s nuclear triad is complete with INS Arihant ending its first deterrence patrol
