Dear Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I July 8th, 2023
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The infinite variety of custom – on UCC and Tribals debate
Source– The post is based on the article “The infinite variety of custom” published in “The Hindu” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance– UCC News- The Prime Minister’s push for a uniform civil code has led to alarm among tribal communities in different regions of the country. What are the concerns of tribals… Continue reading The infinite variety of custom – on UCC and Tribals debate
Choice is theirs: BCCI puts unfair restrictions on men cricketers
Source– The post is based on the article “Choice is theirs: BCCI puts unfair restrictions on men cricketers” published in the “The Times of India” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Government policies and interventions Relevance- Issues related to sports administration News- The article explains the issue of male players regarding BCCI restrictions on their… Continue reading Choice is theirs: BCCI puts unfair restrictions on men cricketers
China’s loss of momentum, rebuilding a bridge too far
Source– The post is based on the article “China’s loss of momentum, rebuilding a bridge too far” published in “The Business Standard” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus GS2- International Relations News- The Chinese economy is presenting a strange picture. How is the Chinese economy showing a different trend from other economies of the world? Much… Continue reading China’s loss of momentum, rebuilding a bridge too far
‘Only by recognising the power & intelligence of the opium poppy can we even begin to make peace with it’
Source– The post is based on the article “Only by recognising the power & intelligence of the opium poppy can we even begin to make peace with it” published in “The Times Group” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Modern history Relevance: Opium trade and Opium war News-The article is about new book of Amitav… Continue reading ‘Only by recognising the power & intelligence of the opium poppy can we even begin to make peace with it’
Express View on Yamuna status report: River abandoned
Source: The post is based on the article “Express View on Yamuna status report: River abandoned” published in “Indian Express” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Environment News: In January, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) established a panel led by Delhi’s lieutenant governor to find way to rejuvenate the Yamuna river in the… Continue reading Express View on Yamuna status report: River abandoned
Ten military lessons from the Ukraine conflict for India
Source: The post is based on the article “Ten military lessons from the Ukraine conflict for India” published in “Indian Express” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 2- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interest. What are the military lessons from the Ukraine conflict for India? The military lessons… Continue reading Ten military lessons from the Ukraine conflict for India
Sobriety after the euphoria of the U.S. state visit
Source: The post is based on the article “Sobriety after the euphoria of the U.S. state visit” published in “The Hindu” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Contents1 About historical development of India US relations2 What are the major differences in… Continue reading Sobriety after the euphoria of the U.S. state visit
Ominous signs- on Khalistani separatism
Source: The post is based on the article “Ominous signs” published in “The Hindu” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3- Internal security News: On July 8, rallies by pro-Khalistan separatists are planned in the U.S., the U.K., Canada and Australia that target Indian diplomatic missions and diplomats. The Indian government has taken steps to… Continue reading Ominous signs- on Khalistani separatism
Standing up for National Anthem: What the Supreme Court has ruled
Source: The post is based on the article “Standing up for National Anthem: What the Supreme Court has ruled” published in The Indian Express on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Structure, Organization & Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Relevance: About the SC rulings on singing National Anthem News: An executive magistrate in Srinagar… Continue reading Standing up for National Anthem: What the Supreme Court has ruled
