Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 27

Archives  Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers. 1. Do you think that the  continued focus of US on high-skilled Indian labour mobility could impact India-US economic relationship? Give your opinion. (GS 2) The Hindu 2. What… Continue reading Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 27

Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 26

1. What is a smart city? Do you agree that the concept of smart cities has redefined the urban discourse in our country?(GS 3)  The Hindu Smart city:- A ‘smart city’ is an urban region that is highly advanced in terms of overall infrastructure, sustainable real estate, communications and market viability. It is a city… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 26

Must Read News Articles – June 26

Archives GS 1  —  GS 2 International groupings and agreements For a stronger India-U.S. bond: (The Hindu) A critical factor impacting business engagement between the two nations is an unprecedented focus by the U.S. on high-skill labour mobility. Indian firms firmly support weeding out the abuse of the visa system. Government policies Is it time to… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – June 26

Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 26

Archives  Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers. 1. What is a smart city? Do you agree that the concept of smart cities has redefined the urban discourse in our country? (GS 3) The Hindu 2. Strong India-USA… Continue reading Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 26

Essay Test – June 24, 2017

Instructions:  Write an essay on any one of the following in about 1000-1200 words. Time : 90 minutes Marks : 125 1. Economy is the basis of society. When the economy is stable, society develops. 2. Good luck happens to people who work hard for it.  

Must Read News Articles – June 24

Archives GS 1  —  GS 2 International groupings and agreements ‘Brexit is an opportunity for Netherlands-India ties’: Netherlands is aspiring to emerge as India’s biggest partner in Europe following the Brexit-related changes taking place in Europe. U.S. visit aimed at deepening ties: India’s partnership with the United States is multi-layered and diverse, supported by not… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – June 24

Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23

Archives 1.What is Foreign Trade Policy(FTP)? Do you think that FTP review would be affected after the roll-out of GST? (GS 3) The Hindu Foreign trade policy :- These are the Policies enacted by the government sector of a domestic economy to discourage imports from, and encourage exports to, the foreign sector. The three most… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23

Must Read News Articles – June 23

Archives GS 1 Social issues Is prohibition the answer?: (The Hindu, Editorial) Whether or not people can drink is a debate fuelled by upper-caste hypocrisy, a mix of religious guilt and bigotry.  GS 2 Effects of developed and developing countries policies India flags U.S. military aid to Pakistan: Agenda set for Prime Minister Modi’s first… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – June 23

Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23

Archives  Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers. 1.  What is Foreign Trade Policy(FTP)? Do you think that FTP review would be affected after the roll-out of GST? (GS 3) The Hindu 2. “It is time for… Continue reading Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23

Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 22

Unplanned urbanisation in India has added undue stress on social and physical infrastructure in our country. Discuss.(GS 1) Facts:- India is projected to add 404 million peopleto its urban population between 2014 and 2050. The annual growth in urban population in India between 2010 and 2015 was 1.1% the highest among the major economies, according… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 22

Blog
Academy
Community