India 117th among 190 countries in empowering women News: World Bank released Women Business and the Law (WBL) 2020 index which measures economic empowerment of women Facts: About the Index: It uses 8 indicators to measure legal differences between men and women as they transition through different stages of working life. Key takeaways from Women… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 16th, 2020
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Daily Quiz #63 UPSC Prelims Marathon – January 16, 2020
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Must Read News Articles I 16th January 2020
GS -2 US, China reset trade relationship with Phase 1 deal USA and China has signed an initial trade deal that is expected to boost export from US farmers and manufacturers to China. The centrepiece of the deal is a pledge by China to purchase at least an additional $200 billion worth of US farm… Continue reading Must Read News Articles I 16th January 2020
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 16, 2020
What is the importance of good early childhood education in child development? Discuss various provisions regarding primary education in draft National Education Policy. Answer What is stagflation? What steps should be taken to control stagflation in Indian economy? Answer In the coming decade, India’s cities need to focus on governance and sustainable development. In light… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 16, 2020
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 15, 2020
1. Subsidies are not a sustainable solution to underlying problems, rather it is a burden on fiscal purse. Comment. Indian Express 2. Buddhism played an important role in spreading Indian culture across the globe in ancient times. Elaborate. The Hindu 3. What is meant by middle powers in international relations? How aligning with other middle… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 15, 2020
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 15th, 2020
Explained: Why eruption of a tiny, ‘complex’ volcano is causing concern News: Taal Volcano erupted on 12th January Facts: About Taal Volcano It is located on the island of Luzon, in Philippines. It is classified as a “complex” volcano. Additional Information: Volcano: A volcano on Earth is a vent or fissure in the planet’s crust… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 15th, 2020
Daily Quiz #62 UPSC Prelims Marathon – January 15, 2020
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 15, 2020
Subsidies are not a sustainable solution to underlying problems, rather it is a burden on fiscal purse. Comment. Answer Buddhism played an important role in spreading Indian culture across the globe in ancient times. Elaborate. Answer What is meant by middle powers in international relations? How aligning with other middle powers would help India rise… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 15, 2020
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 14, 2020
1. What are various new age threats to Indian security? Discuss how India should prepare itself for these threats. Indian Express 2. What are the reasons for the high child mortality rate in India? Suggest some measures to control child mortality in India. The Hindu 3. Write about major teachings of Swami Vivekananda. Discuss its… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 14, 2020
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 14th, 2020
Maharashtra, Gujarat lag behind in compensation for sewer deaths News: According to data from the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK), of the 926 sewer deaths, families of 172 victims are yet to receive compensation. Gujarat and Maharashtra lag behind the most in compensation for sewer deaths. Facts: Manual scavenging: It is the practice of… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 14th, 2020
