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Archives Q.1) Discuss the reasons that Prohibition of Employment of Manual Scavengers and Their Rehabilitation Act 2013 came into being about 25 years ago but manual scavenging continues to be rampant in India. Suggest some measures for the same.(GS-2) Answer:  Recognising the rights of individuals working as manual scavengers to a rightful, respectful and dignified life,… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 13, 2018

Archives Q.1) DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2018 can be an important tool in solving crimes, but it is important that there are safeguards to protect human rights and prevent miscarriages of justice. Discuss. Answer: The primary intended purpose for enactment of “The DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill” is for expanding the… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 10, 2018

Archives Q.1) Discuss the factors behind poor health of the private Industrial Training Institutes of India? In your opinion what measures should be taken to improve their quality? (GS-2) Answer: The recent parliamentary report on private ITIs has exposed a scam on the Quality Council of India’s approval for thousands of private ITIs. The number of… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 9, 2018

Archives Q.1) What are the causes behind disputes over land acquisitions in India. Would Land acquisition (second amendment) bill prove to be effective in dealing with these disputes? provide valid arguments in favour of your views(GS-2) Answer: Land Acquisition has been a contentious issue in Indian development scene. Reasons for disputes over land acquisition: Most… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 8, 2018

Archives Q.1) Discuss the controversial issues around article 35A of the Indian constitution. Should Supreme Court repeal this provision? Provide valid arguments in support of your opinion. Answer: 35A : Article 35 A empowers the Jammu & Kashmir State Legislature to define, “permanent residents” and to protect their rights in terms of employment, property and scholarship… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 7, 2018

Archives Q.1 What are cryptocurrencies? Do you think that cryptocurrencies should be banned? (GS-3) Introduction Recently the government is considering the introduction of a regulatory regime for virtual or crypto currencies, such as Bitcoin, that would enable the levy of the Goods and Services Tax on their sale. In the light of this the discussion… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 6, 2018

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Archives Q.1) Union Cabinet has approved an amendment to The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act to undo ‘dilution’ of the law by the Supreme Court. In the light of the statement discuss the changes made by Supreme Court to SC/ST act along with the reasons given by it and the… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 3, 2018

Archives Q.1) Health care in India is obviously not egalitarian and becoming increasingly dependent on the private sector to deliver health care. Discuss and suggest measures for equitable medical care. Answer: Of the total health spending in India, the government contributes just 29%. In the UK, the government’s share is 83%. The health care services… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 2, 2018

Archives Q.1) Provide an account of the evolution of Draft National Register of Citizens and discuss the controversies and challenges surrounding it? Answer:  National Register of Citizens: The National Register of Citizens (NRC) is the list of Indian citizens of Assam. The stated aim of the updating exercise is to identify “illegal immigrants” in the state.… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 1, 2018