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Archives 1.What is Foreign Trade Policy(FTP)? Do you think that FTP review would be affected after the roll-out of GST? (GS 3) The Hindu Foreign trade policy :- These are the Policies enacted by the government sector of a domestic economy to discourage imports from, and encourage exports to, the foreign sector. The three most… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23

Unplanned urbanisation in India has added undue stress on social and physical infrastructure in our country. Discuss.(GS 1) Facts:- India is projected to add 404 million peopleto its urban population between 2014 and 2050. The annual growth in urban population in India between 2010 and 2015 was 1.1% the highest among the major economies, according… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 22

1. When a Constitution Bench decides on whether Aadhaar as a collective policy infringes the rights to privacy and bodily integrity, there remains the possibility that Section 139AA may be rendered void. Critically examine.(GS 2) The Hindu What is section 139AA:- The section makes it obligatory on individuals filing income tax returns to link their… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 21

1. “The reward for work well done is the opportunity to do more.” Discuss.(GS 4) The reward most of the time comes in the form of greater opportunity as it wins the trust of people. This boosts moral and self-esteem.The confidence of others also get reinforced when the person has already worked hard. Leaders who… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 20

1. The soft trend in inflation is expected to continue, raising hopes of a favorable policy shift by the RBI. Give your opinion.(GS 3) Live Mint Introduction:- It was only recently that RBI took a hawkish note on inflation, changing its stance from ‘accommodative’ to ‘neutral’. Raising hopes of favourable policy shift because: The RBI’s… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 19

Archives 1. What do you understand by Fiscal democracy? Do you think there is a gap between India’s political and fiscal democracy? (GS 2) Link-1 | Link-2 Fiscal democracy: Fiscal democracy refers to the freedom available to the government to spend and tax.In the present economic situations very little is left to decide in the present… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 17

Archives 1. We need a multi-pronged strategy to help both resource-poor farmers and the educated better-off ones. Critically examine. (GS 3) Indian Express Yes:- To prepare farmers for adversities and make farming an interesting occupation for the communities. To make the young farmers gain self employment especially when India is facing the problem of creating… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 16

1. The current Gorkhaland agitation in Darjeeling have old roots. The issue is being deployed in aid of an ongoing turf war. Examine. Also, do you think that the demand for a separate Gorkhaland is justified?(GS 2) Live Mint How is it an old issue? In 1907, the Hillmen’s association had raised the issue of being… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 15

Archives 1. The Union Home Ministry has constituted committees to examine methods to curb the misuse of free movement along the Myanmar border. Does this indicate a shift in India’s policy towards Myanmar? (GS 2) The Hindu Introduction: Myanmar shares unfenced borders and unhindered movement of people across the border. Free movement regime is unique… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 14