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Archives Q.1) According to the recent India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2017, Forest and Tree Cover of the country has increased by 1% as compared to assessment of 2015. Does this growth in forest cover calls for a sigh of relief or we should be more cautioned than before? (GS – 2) Introduction: 12th… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 13, 2018

Archives Q.1) Instead of a slew of schemes, it is the quality of the schemes which makes a difference. In this context Integrated Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan-2 project serves as a good example. Elaborate the statement. (GS – 2) Introduction: The Union Cabinet has approved a slew of reforms for school education in the country, in… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 12, 2018

Archives Q.1) It has been three decades since the Government of India had enunciated a National Forest Policy. Forest being a dynamic resource, what are the immediate alterations to be made in the policy for the betterment of the ecosystem? (GS – 2 ) Introduction: The new draft Forest Policy re-emphasises production forestry, raising many… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 11, 2018

Archives Q1) Beside focusing on Research and Development (R&D) spending, what do you think are the other courses of action to be taken in order to forge a culture of innovation in India? (GS – 3) Introduction: India’s innovation policy has to shift beyond a mere focus on R&D spending to transforming the ecosystem. Courses… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 10, 2018

Archives Q.1) In the light of recent Sharada Prasad Committee’s report, discuss the paradigm shift that needs to be taken for a successful Skill India Mission. (GS – 3) Introduction: In 2016, a review committee, Sharada Prasad Committee, for Rationalization and Optimization of the Functioning of the Sector Skill Councils (SSC) was constituted. In 2017,… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 9, 2018

Archives Q.1) What is e-way bill? Is it possibly an obstacle in day-to-day movement of goods or the best foot put forward? Examine. (GS – 3) Introduction: The GST e-way bill system has been recently rolled out all over India as part of anti-tax evasion measures under the new tax regime. E-way bill: An electronic… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 6, 2018

Archives Q.1) Since the last three years, the LOC has been witnessing heightening tensions with repeated violation of ceasefire activities by Pakistani troops. Examine the statement. (GS-2) Introduction: The first month of 2018 has witnessed heightened tensions on the Line of Control (LOC) and international border in the state of Jammu and Kashmir with repeated… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 5, 2018

Archives Q.1 What are the reasons for which India is experiencing an escalation in heat waves? Also examine the various strategies followed by states to address the consequences of heat waves. (GS-3) Introduction: When the temperature rises 3°C to 4°C above normal it is termed as a ‘heat wave’. Escalation in heat waves in India:… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 4, 2018

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Archives Q.1) Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change has recently released the “Draft National Forest Policy, 2018” for public comments. Mentioning its key features, write how it is different from National Forest Policy 1988. What are the concerns raised over it? (GS – 2) Introduction: The previous NFPs were focused on production and revenue… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 3, 2018