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Archives  Q.1)The UDAI, which is facing criticism in the light of alleged data breaches, recently announced a new method of identification called Virtual Identity. In this context, discuss the meaning of Virtual ID.  What is the rationale behind this decision? (GS-3) The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), recently announced a new method of identification… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 16, 2018

Archives  Q1) “China may have strong economic relations and healthy trade with other nations but India is not a weak country too.” In this context, discuss the bolstering capacities of India. Mention the key areas where China has been making adverse impact on India as her neighbor. (GS-2) Context: The Indian Ministry of Defence has… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 15, 2018

Archives  Q.1) The proposed new industrial policy will completely revamp the Industrial Policy of 1991. In this context discuss the possible implications of new industrial policy on Indian industry. (GS-3) Industrial policies are like booms which give a definite shape to industrialization through rules, policies, principles and procedures controlling industrial houses. It incorporates the fiscal… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 12, 2018

Archives  Q.1) In recent times women’s right activists have united to challenge the restrictions imposed on women with regard to entering places of worship. What are the causes responsible for ban on women’s temple entry? Mention the constitutional provisions against such restrictions in India.  (GS–1) Introduction: The restrictions imposed on women with regard to entering… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 11, 2018

Archives  Q.1) Intimate relationships are important sites where violence against women is used to perpetuate patriarchy. Explain and highlight the Strategies to address intimate partner violence.   (GS-2) An intimate relationship is an interpersonal relationship that involves physical and emotional intimacy. Physical intimacy is characterized by friendship, platonic love, romantic love, or sexual activity. Intimate relationships… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 10, 2018

Archives  Q.1) Uniform civil code is the proposal to replace the personal laws of India. What are these personal laws? Define with examples. what are the challenges in the effective implementation of Uniform civil code?  (GS – 2) Introduction: Uniform civil code is the proposal to replace the personal laws which are based on the… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 9, 2018

Archives  Q.1) Cross border marriages is very common phenomenon in recent times. Discuss the impact on Children from break down of cross border marriages. Why a domestic law in this regard is necessary? (GS-1) More than three crores of Indians live in the foreign countries, having cross border matrimonial relationships. Impact on Children from break… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 8, 2018

Archives  Q.1) In the recent times, Bitcoins have become a topic of debate which sets hopes as well as some dangers.  Discuss.(GS-3) Bitcoin is a digital currency that is not backed by any country’s central bank or government. Bitcoins can be traded for goods or services with vendors who accept Bitcoins as payment.  Bitcoin is… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 5, 2018

Archives  Q.1) What do you understand by term ‘net neutrality’? What are the significance of TRAI’s recommendations in this regard? (GS-3) Meaning of net neutrality: The term “net neutrality” was coined to represent the idea that a maximally useful public information network aspires to treat all content, sites and platforms equally. This term has acquired… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 4, 2018

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