1. What are biosimilar drugs? List some differences between biosimilars and generic drugs.(GS 3) Link Biosimilars: It is a biologic medical productwhich is almost an identical copy of an original product that is manufactured by a different company. Biosimilars are officially approved versions of original “innovator” products, and can be manufactured when the original product’s patent Reference to… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 5
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Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 2
1. How does the Western Model of Secularism differ from the Indian Model of secularism? Examine. (GS 1) Features of Western concept of secularism:- State and religion has a separate sphere of its own, with independent jurisdiction i.e. Mutual exclusion of state and religion, principled distance of state from religion and no illegitimate intrusion of religion… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 2
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 1
1. What is preventive detention? Why was preventive detention included in the Indian constitution? (GS 2) Link-1 | Link-2 Introduction: INDIA IS one of the few countries in the world where laws allowing preventive detention enjoy constitutional validity even during peacetime Preventive detention:- Preventive detention on the other hand is action taken beforehand toprevent possible commitment of crime.… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 1
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 31
1. The French Revolution became the classic example of a revolution which many nations tried to emulate. Discuss the biggest achievements of the French Revolution.(GS 1) Link Introduction:- The French revolution obviously had a major impact on Europe and the New World. Historians widely regard the Revolution as one of the most important events in human… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 31
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 30
1. Briefly discuss about the location and significance of Mangroves in India.(GS 1) Link-1 | Link-2 | Link-3 Introduction:- A mangroveis a shrub or small tree that grows in coastal saline or brackish water. . Mangroves are salt tolerant trees, also called halophytes and are adapted to life in harsh coastal conditions. Location:- The deltas of the Ganges,Mahanadi,Godavari,Krishna and Kaveri rivers are known to… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 30
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 29
1. Discuss the key elements of Asia Africa Growth Corridor.(GS 2) The Hindu Introduction:- Recently Indian and Japanese prime ministers have put forward the idea of Asia Africa growth corridor and they have unvielded the vision document. Asia Africa corridor:- The objective is to pursue joint initiatives in various sectors such as health, infrastructure, manufacturing, and connectivity,… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 29
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 26
1. Why is a hybridised mustard variety required? Why is there an objection for its introduction? Discuss the deficiencies in the evaluation process of GM mustard.(GS 3) Daily Editorial Why is hybridised mustard variety required:- The GM hybridised mustard, as it is claimed, gives up to 30% more yield than the best varieties such as ‘Varuna’ currently… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 26
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 25
1. Do you support taxing of agricultural income? Give concrete arguments in support of your opinion.(GS 3) Business Line | The Hindu Yes agricultural income needs to be taxed or yes,it is valid:- Laws: Section 2 (1A) of the Income Tax Act defines agricultural income as rent/revenue from land, income derived from this land through agriculture and income… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 25
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1. Most of the heat wave deaths are preventable because its onset and duration are easily predictable and the relief-measures are simple. What are the steps taken by NDMA to counter heat waves?(GS 1) NDMA-1 | NDMA-2 Introduction:- A Heat Wave is a period of abnormally high temperatures, more than the normal maximum temperature that occurs during… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 24
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 23
1. Safely managed wastewater is an affordable and sustainable source of water, energy, nutrients and other recoverable materials. Discuss. (GS 1) The Hindu | WHO Introduction:- In recent decades, population growth, accelerated urbanisation and economic development have resulted in an increase in the quantity of wastewater and the overall pollution load being generated. With this year’s world water day… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 23
