Context: Prime Minister three-nation visit to Europe comes at a time when the continent is facing its biggest security crisis since the end of the Cold War. While bilateral issues are at the centre of these meetings, the Russian invasion of Ukraine is the major issue. Contents1 What were the key highlights of the tour?2… Continue reading In the time of war: On India’s ties with Europe without upsetting Russia
Ed reform gone rogue
Context: On 17th Mar 22, the University Grants Commission (UGC) released a draft curriculum for a ‘Four-Year Undergraduate Programme’, or FYUGP, a key component of the National Education Policy. But the curriculum is filled with confusion and contradiction. What is the draft curriculum released by the UGC? The curriculum demarcates three phases for the students’… Continue reading Ed reform gone rogue
‘Obnoxious’ speech does not call for heavy hand of the law
News: Recently, the Delhi High Court conducted the bail hearing of Umar Khalid, an accused in the case related to the protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. He was booked under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for his speech delivered at Amaravati which has been seen as being part of a “larger conspiracy” to… Continue reading ‘Obnoxious’ speech does not call for heavy hand of the law
This is what keeps educated women out of the workforce
News: Recently, an International Deloitte survey report was released. The survey finds that there is a trend of low and declining levels of women’s workforce participation in economic activities. Further, the trend has been worsened during the pandemic years What are the challenges in front of women to participate in economic activities? First, there are… Continue reading This is what keeps educated women out of the workforce
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #123 : M. Sathyavathy Board, Maharashtra Home State, Geography Optional
Date of Interview: 19th April, 3pm Board: M. Sathyavathy Ma’am Home State: Maharashtra Background: BA honours, MA, and JRF all In Geography from Delhi University. Optional: Geography Hobbies: Aquascaping and backpacking (Most of my interview was focussed here) To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Etracurriculars- College Street Theatre and MUNs Mocks- Helped… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #123 : M. Sathyavathy Board, Maharashtra Home State, Geography Optional
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #122 : TCA Anant Board, anthropology Optional
Date of Interview: 19/4/22 Board: TCA Anant Optional: anthropology Background: Ek IIT hai To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairman Indian stereotypes at US comedy shows Some more questions on it. Member 1 Radicalisation of Tribals in Central India and followup on this Govt initiatives on tribals Forest issues of tribals Member… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #122 : TCA Anant Board, anthropology Optional
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #121 : TCA Anant Board, Management Optional,
Date of Interview: Forenoon 19/04/2022 Board: TCA Anant Optional: Management Background: MNNIT, IIMA Work experience: Microsoft To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairman Tell me about your role at Microsoft. What are the different types of cloud and what are the cloud offerings? Why is government pushing for keeping India’s data within… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #121 : TCA Anant Board, Management Optional,
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #120 : RN Choubey Board, Sociology Optional, palmistry, abstract painting, badminton. Hobbies
Date of Interview: (21-04-22), 4th slot Board: RN Choubey Optional: Sociology Hobbies: palmistry, abstract painting, badminton. Attempt: 1st attempt Work exp- 9 months (Saint Gobain glass India). To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Utility of mocks- helps you to have a formal conduct in interview, mannerism etc. Few questions were there in… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #120 : RN Choubey Board, Sociology Optional, palmistry, abstract painting, badminton. Hobbies
[Answered] What are the factors behind present location of jute industries in India. Also, highlight the challenges facing Indian jute industry.
Introduction: Contexual introduction. Body: Write some reasons about the location of jute industry. Write some challenges associated with the jute industry. Conclusion: Conclude with some suggestions. As per the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), India is the largest producer of jute followed by Bangladesh and China. However, in terms of acreage and trade, Bangladesh takes… Continue reading [Answered] What are the factors behind present location of jute industries in India. Also, highlight the challenges facing Indian jute industry.
[Answered] A carbon-trading scheme can generate conditions necessary for the economy’s green transition. Discuss.
Introduction: Explain C-trading. Body: Write some points related to the need for this scheme and write how carbon trading will be beneficial in the green transition. Conclusion: write way forward. Carbon trade is the buying and selling of credits that permits a company or other entity to emit a certain amount of carbon dioxide or… Continue reading [Answered] A carbon-trading scheme can generate conditions necessary for the economy’s green transition. Discuss.
