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Archives Q.1) According to the recently published, UN World Water Development Report “dams in India have done more harm than good to the cause of water security.” Do you agree with the statement? Justify (GS – 3) Introduction: According to the recently published, UN World Water Development Report “dams in India have done more harm… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 23, 2018

Archives Q.1) Although the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act 1989 (SC/ST Act) is a powerful and precise weapon on paper, in practice the Act has suffered from a near-complete failure in implementation. Critically examine the statement. GS – 2 Introduction: In 1989, the Government of India enacted the Scheduled Castes… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 22, 2018

Archives Q.1) The National Medical Commission Bill seeks to make structural changes in India’s exploitative health-care system. In this context discuss the factors responsible for health crisis in India. What measures can be adopted in improving India’s healthcare system?(GS 3) The National Medical Commission (NMC) Bill seeks to make structural changes in India’s exploitative health-care… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 21, 2018

Archives Q.1) The government had in 2017, announced a farm loan waiver worth Rs 30,000 crore to alleviate agrarian distress and deter farmer suicides. Where do you think has the scheme possibly lacked for which Mumbai saw a protest march of 40,000 farmers? Highlight the other the manifold reasons of India’s agrarian crisis in your… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 20, 2018

Archives Q.1) The practice of polygamy has a deep rooted existence in Indian society. In this context discuss the reasons why Supreme Court should delegitimize polygyny in India. What steps need to be taken in order to solve the problem of polygamy?(GS 1) The practice of polygamy has a deep rooted existence in Indian society.… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 19, 2018

Archives Q.1) French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to India stands out for its strategic content. What are these major strategic takeaways from President Emmanuel Macron’s recent visit to India? (GS – 2) Context: French President Emmanuel Macron’s ‘fairly successful’ visit to India paves way for a ‘clear roadmap’ for heightened Indo-French engagement over a range… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 16, 2018

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Archives Q.1) Statistics released by the National Crime Records Bureau reveal that there has been a steady increase in sexual crimes against children. In the light of the above statement, critically analyze the POSCO act in dealing with these crimes. What are the reasons for low conviction rates of child sexual abuse in India?(GS-1) Statistics… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 15, 2018

Archives Q.1) In the context of the recent judgment on the case of Hadiya, what are the reasons for which the apex court set aside the former judgment of the Kerala High Court? What are the conditions in which courts can intervene in marriages in India? (GS–1) Introduction: The Supreme Court recognised and upheld Ms.… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 14, 2018

Archives Q.1)   Menstruation is still a taboo subject in our country and a topic that even women are uncomfortable discussing in public. In this context discuss the present issues involved in it. Suggest some measures to overcome these issues.(GS 1). Menstruation is still a taboo subject in our country and a topic that even women… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – March 13, 2018