Category: Mains Marathon Answers

Archives  Q.1) What are the major features of Paris Agreement (21st Conference of the Parties) of the United Nations’ framework convention on climate change. (GS–3) Introduction: The Paris Agreement is an agreement within the UNFCCC dealing with greenhouse gas emissions mitigation, adaptation and finance starting in the year 2020. The Paris Accord is considered as… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 29, 2018

Archives  Q.1) In the light of ongoing India-ASEAN Commemorative Summit in New Delhi ,Discuss the relevance of India-ASEAN relations.  What are the major challenges that India- ASEAN are  facing today?  Suggest some measures to further strengthen their ties.(GS-2) About ASEAN: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, was established on 8 August 1967 in… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 26, 2018

Archives  Q.1) The recent Companies (Amendment) Bill, 2017 is a step forward in the right direction towards creating a friendly environment for entrepreneurs. Discuss (GS-2) Introduction: Definition of small business is going to create changes. The new Companies bill recognizes all sizes and types of companies existing. There are less court appointments due to simplified… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 25, 2018

Archives  Q.1) What is “Office of Profit”? Discuss the rationale behind disqualification for holding an office of profit. (GS-2) What is “Office of Profit”? An office of profit is a term used in a number of national constitutions to refer to executive appointments. If an MLA or an MP holds a government office and receives… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 24, 2018

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