Global Terrorism Index 2019 News:The Global Terrorism Index(GTI),2019 has been released. Facts: About Global Terrorism Index(GTI): The Global Terrorism Index(GTI) is published by the Institute for Economics & Peace. The index provides a comprehensive summary of the key global trends and patterns in terrorism. The report ranks 163 countries according to how impacted they are… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 22nd, 2019
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Daily Quiz #19 UPSC Prelims Marathon – November 22, 2019
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Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 22nd, 2019
“Free Trade Agreements with other countriesdo not guarantee economic growth or boost exports to other countries.” Critically examine. https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-myths-around-free-trade-agreements/article30030647.ece “The Chief of Defence Staff should not become another interposed level between the Government and the service chiefs.” Comment. https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/chief-of-defence-staff-cds-exam-6129257/ Discussthe need and significance of a National Register for citizens in India?What are various… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 22nd, 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 22, 2019
“Free Trade Agreements with other countriesdo not guarantee economic growth or boost exports to other countries.” Critically examine. Answer “The Chief of Defence Staff should not become another interposed level between the Government and the service chiefs.” Comment. Answer Discussthe need and significance of a National Register for citizens in India?What are various concerns related… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 22, 2019
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 21st, 2019
Cabinet approves establishment of the National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR) at Leh News:Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the establishment of the National Institute for Sowa-Rigpa in Leh. Facts: About the institute: The National Institute for Sowa-Rigpa will be an autonomous National Institute under Ministry of AYUSH. The objective of the… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 21st, 2019
Daily Quiz #18 UPSC Prelims Marathon – November 21, 2019
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Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 21st, 2019
“There is need to move away from the present ‘staple grain fundamentalism,’ of Public Distribution System (PDS), to a more diversified food basket, with an emphasis on coarse grains.” Comment. https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/turning-the-policy-focus-to-child-undernutrition/article30019889.ece “India’s female labour force participation rate ranks much low and is declining.” What are various reasons for low labour force participation of women… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 21st, 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 21, 2019
1.“There is need to move away from the present ‘staple grain fundamentalism,’ of Public Distribution System (PDS), to a more diversified food basket, with an emphasis on coarse grains.” Comment. Answer 2.“India’s female labour force participation rate ranks much low and is declining.” What are various reasons for low labour force participation of women in… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 21, 2019
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 20th, 2019
Explained:What is deposit insurance? News:Recently,the failure of the Punjab and Maharashtra Co-operative(PMC) Bank has reignited the debate on the low level of insurance against the deposits held by customers in Indian banks. Facts: What is the insurance cover provided currently? Currently,in case of a bank collapse,a depositor can claim an amount up to a maximum… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 20th, 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 20, 2019
“While health outcomes have greatly improved, tribal communities still lag behind.” Examine. Answer “Maternity benefits, are veryimportant for a working women but the vast majority of Indian women, are left on their own and are unable to enjoy present maternity benefits.”Discuss. Answer Discuss the role of BRICS as a bridge between developed and developing countries.… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 20, 2019
