Category: Mains Marathon Answers

Archives  Q.1)The recent visit of Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu’s to India opens up new possibilities and opportunities that can be seized. What are the major takeaways from the visit? Do you think Israel can prove to be one of the strongest supports for India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative? (GS-2) Introduction: The recent visit of… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 23, 2018

Archives  Q.1) India is reconsidering its position on becoming a member of the Budapest Convention on cyber crime, especially after a push for digital India. In this context, discuss briefly about Budapest Convention and why India should sign it?(GS-3) India is reconsidering its position on becoming a member of the Budapest Convention because of the… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 22, 2018

Archives  Q.1) The government recently decided to set up Special Courts in India. In this context discuss the salient features of special courts and how these courts will deal with tainted lawmakers? What are the challenges in the way of setting up these courts in India?  (GS-2) The legislature has introduced special courts on many… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 18, 2018

Archives Q.1) In recent times, human-wildlife conflict is one of the biggest major threats for both the entities. What are the reasons attached to it? Critically examine how far the government has succeeded in implementing government schemes for conservation of tigers. (GS–3)   Introduction: Sanctuaries and National Parks are areas of significant ecological, floral, faunal… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 17, 2018

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