What measures have been taken by the government to create a conducive environment for the disabled community? Discuss various reasons for limited impact of such initiatives. Answer What are the salient features of Pradhan Mantri AnnadataAaySanrakshan Abhiyan. Discuss various issues related to the scheme. Answer “Urban infrastructure is critical for development of the cities and… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 17, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 16th, 2019
‘Maternity scheme exclusionary, need benefits for all’ News: Critics have highlighted issues with Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) Facts: About Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana It is a conditional Maternity Benefit Programme launched by Ministry of Women and Child Development in 2017. It is in accordance to the National Food Security Act 2013. Objectives:… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 16th, 2019
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 16, 2019
1. “The newly passed amendment to the Citizenship Act redefines the way migrants can become Indian citizens.” In light of this discuss various concerns related to it. Why such an amendment is needed? Indian Express 2. Discuss various reasons behind Brexit. How Brexit would impact India? The Hindu 3. Critically analyse the progress made in… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 16, 2019
Daily Quiz #39 UPSC Prelims Marathon – December 16, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 16, 2019
“The newly passed amendment to the Citizenship Act redefines the way migrants can become Indian citizens.” In light of this discuss various concerns related to it. Why such an amendment is needed? Answer 2.Discuss various reasons behind Brexit. How Brexit would impact India? Answer Critically analyse the progress made in resolving stressed assets since the… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 16, 2019
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 15th, 2019
Breast Milk Banks News:Recently,Union Minister for Health and Family welfare has informed that Breast Milk Banks have been established under “National Guidelines on Establishment of Lactation Management Centres in Public Health Facilities”. Facts: About Breast Milk Banks:Breast Milk Banks in India consists of: Comprehensive Lactation Management Centre:It is established for the purpose of collecting, screening,… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 15th, 2019
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 14th, 2019
Economic Census Flagged off in Delhi News: The Seventh Economic Census was launched in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Facts: About Economic Census Economic Census is a complete count of all economic establishments located within the geographical boundary of India. It is conducted every five years by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 14th, 2019
Daily Quiz #38 UPSC Prelims Marathon – December 14, 2019
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[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 14, 2019
1. “In the absence of scientific planning and implementation, measures like Jal Shakti Abhiyan may not be successful.” Discuss in the light of looming water crisis across India. The Hindu 2. Explain how vaccines work? Discuss the significance of vaccination and mention various challenges regarding vaccination in India. The Hindu 3. Comment on the significance… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 14, 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 14, 2019
“In the absence of scientific planning and implementation, measures like Jal Shakti Abhiyan may not be successful.” Discuss in the light oflooming water crisis across India. Answer 2.Explain how vaccines work? Discuss the significance of vaccination and mention various challenges regarding vaccination in India. Answer Comment on the significance of framers union in India. What… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 14, 2019
