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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – July 15, 2017
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Must Read News Articles – July 15
Archives GS 1 — GS 2 Government policies Probe ‘extra-judicial’ killings in Manipur, SC tells CBI: (The Hindu) In a resounding blow to impunity for security and armed forces personnel in disturbed areas under the grip of the controversial Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, the Supreme Court on Friday ordered a time-bound CBI probe into… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – July 15
Essay Test – July 15, 2017
Instructions: Write an essay on any one of the following in about 1000-1200 words. Time : 90 minutes Marks : 125 1. Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power. 2. The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings; the inherent virtue of… Continue reading Essay Test – July 15, 2017
9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – July 14, 2017
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9 PM Daily Current Affairs editorials – July 14, 2017
Read the thorough summary of the following editorials by clicking on the links below them Is CBI the handmaiden of the government? : (The Hindu, Editorial) The need for CBI to become an autonomous body Why the visit of Myanmar’s military chief is important to New Delhi: (Live Mint, Editorial) India-Myanmar’s relations Economic Graffiti: Anger… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs editorials – July 14, 2017
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon- July 14
Welcome to Prelims Marathon 2018. Start attempting the Daily Quiz. This free program is focused on UPSC Prelims 2018. Today’s Quiz topic is Geography & Environment. Follow this Initiative consistently to ensure a good score in CSP-2018. Subscribe Here to get updated when the Quiz is posted. [WpProQuiz 10] Discuss the questions in the comment… Continue reading Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon- July 14
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
