“Rising sexual abuse crime against children is a shame for whole nation and threat to future of the country.” In light of this discuss the need and significance of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Act, 2019. Answer Discuss various initiatives taken so far by the Government towards gender equality in India. Why such… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 13, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 12th, 2019
Heavy metals contaminating India’s rivers News: A study conducted by Central Water Commission (CWC) from May 2014 to April 2018 revealed that India’s major river systems are contaminated with heavy metals. Facts: Key takeaways: Samples from only 35% of water quality stations were safe while rest were polluted with heavy metals, exceeding safe limits set… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 12th, 2019
Daily Quiz #36 UPSC Prelims Marathon – December 12, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 11th, 2019
Ministry of Tourism has identified 17 sites in 12 clusters in the country for development as Iconic Tourist Sites News: Ministry of Tourism has identified 17 sites in the country for development as Iconic Tourist Sites. Facts: About Iconic Tourist Sites Initiative It was announced in Budget 2019-20 by the Finance Minister. The nodal ministry… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 11th, 2019
Must Read News Articles I 11th December 2019
GS 2 SC flag delay in appointment of judges The Supreme court in its judicial order has flagged issue of delay in appointment of judges in India. It has said that 213 names recommended for appointment to various High courts are pending with the government/SC Collegium. Delay in appointment of High Court Judges may affect… Continue reading Must Read News Articles I 11th December 2019
Daily Quiz #35 UPSC Prelims Marathon – December 11, 2019
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[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 11, 2019
1. “The problem with global environmental policies is that the climate treaties consider and focus on symptoms, rather than the cause.” Elaborate. The Hindu 2. Differentiate between retributive justice and restorative justice. Discuss why restorative justice is as important as retributive justice? The Hindu 3. “The UN development report indicate that prejudices and social beliefs… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 11, 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 11, 2019
“The problem with global environmental policies is that the climate treaties consider and focus on symptoms, rather than the cause.” Elaborate. Answer Differentiate between retributive justice and restorative justice. Discuss why restorative justice is as important as retributive justice? Answer “The UN development report indicate that prejudices and social beliefs obstruct gender equality.” In light… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 11, 2019
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 10th, 2019
World observes Human Rights Day today News: Human Rights Day is celebrated every year on 10th December Facts: About Human Rights Day Human Rights Day marks the day on which the United Nations General Assembly, in 1948, adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). Theme for 2019 Human Rights Day is – Youth Standing… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 10th, 2019
Must Read News Articles I 10th December 2019
GS -1 India up one rank in UN development index According to the Human Development Report released by UNDP India ranks 129 out of 189 countries on the 2019 Human Development Index(HDI) — up one slot from the 130th position last year. Norway occupied the top position in the List. Among India’s neighbours, Sri Lanka… Continue reading Must Read News Articles I 10th December 2019
