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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Editorials – August 14, 2017
Read the thorough summary of the following editorials by clicking on the links below Harsh lessons of the Gorakhpur tragedy: (Live Mint, Editorial) & Wages of neglect: (The Hindu, Editorial) Gorakhpur Hospital Tragedy: insufficient oxygen supply not the sole reason Sound and fury: (The Hindu, Editorial) Need for the US to wind down war talk with… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Editorials – August 14, 2017
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon- August 14
Archives Welcome to Prelims Marathon 2018. Start attempting the Daily Quiz. This free program is focused on UPSC Prelims 2018. Today’s Quiz topic is History and Culture. Follow this Initiative consistently to ensure a good score in CSP-2018. Subscribe Here to get updated when the Quiz is posted. [WpProQuiz 32]
Must Read News Articles – August 14
Archives GS 1 Social issues Harsh lessons of the Gorakhpur tragedy: (Live Mint, Editorial) What has happened in Gorakhpur isn’t merely about oxygen cylinders and unpaid bills—it is a symptom of many deeper problems. GS 2 Effects of developed and developing countries policies Sound and fury: (The Hindu, Editorial) The U.S. President needs to wind… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – August 14
[Target UPSC Mains 2017] Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 14
Archives 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. 1. India must regain its role as a prime mover of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). Critically analyze India’s role in SAARC to counter China’s aggression. Do… Continue reading [Target UPSC Mains 2017] Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 14
9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – August 12, 2017
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Suggested Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 8
Archives Below are the suggested answers of UPSC Mains Marathon Current Affairs Questions – August 8. Note: The suggested answers are indicative only, and not exhaustive. 1. The RCEP is billed as an FTA between the 10-member ASEAN bloc and its six FTA partners. Examine the future of RCEP in the present context of India China relationship.(GS 2) The Hindu | The Hindu… Continue reading Suggested Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 8
Suggested Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 11
Archives Below are the suggested answers of UPSC Mains Marathon Current Affairs Questions – August 11. Note: The suggested answers are indicative only, and not exhaustive. 1. Discuss the important objectives of Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. Examine the impact of child marriage on maternal mortality and right to education.(GS 1) The Hindu | NCW | Link Introdution: According to 2001 census, there are 1.5 millions of girls in… Continue reading Suggested Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 11
Suggested Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 10
Archives Below are the suggested answers of UPSC Mains Marathon Current Affairs Questions – August 10. Note: The suggested answers are indicative only, and not exhaustive. 1. Discuss the key features of the National Food Security Act, 2013. Examine the major problems and challenges in implementation of the act.(GS 2) The Hindu Key features of national food security act,2013:- Life cycle approach:… Continue reading Suggested Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 10
[Target UPSC Mains 2017] Mains Marathon Essay Test – August 12, 2017
Archives Instructions: Write an essay on any one of the following in about 1000-1200 words. Time : 90 minutes Marks : 125 1. As people rely more and more on technology to solve problems, the ability of humans to think for themselves will surely deteriorate. 2. People who are the most deeply committed to an idea are also the… Continue reading [Target UPSC Mains 2017] Mains Marathon Essay Test – August 12, 2017
