[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #247 : RN Choubey Board, Jharkhand Home State, Weightloss, strength Training, and investment planning Hobbies

Board: RN Choubey Sir Home State: Jharkhand Background: B.tech (Production Engg) Hobbies:  Weightloss, strength Training, and investment planning IRTS To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page  Chairman Give intro detailing about study and work ex 2. GST a threat to Fiscal federalism (2 connected question) Your weakness What you have done to overcome…… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #247 : RN Choubey Board, Jharkhand Home State, Weightloss, strength Training, and investment planning Hobbies

India’s consumer map is rapidly being redrawn by major trends

Synopsis: Companies must adapt to a market of rising incomes, digital innovations, new consumers and altered consumption curves. Introduction Pandemic shocks and aftershocks make the immediate economic outlook more uncertain. However, prospects for India’s consumption remain robust as incomes are projected to rise and millions more will experience growth in their spending power. Which factors… Continue reading India’s consumer map is rapidly being redrawn by major trends

Human resources & regulatory autonomy

Synopsis: Statutory regulatory authorities need autonomy in staffing their organisations with specialists who have integrity and knowledge. Introduction Recently, the chairman of the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) called for a “standalone legislation”. He stated that, in the interest of functional, financial and administrative autonomy of the NFRA, there is a compelling need for a… Continue reading Human resources & regulatory autonomy

Managing risks of a green economy

Synopsis: A rapid transition to renewable energy, which is necessary, will disrupt a number of businesses. Introduction Climate change will affect lives and livelihoods across the globe with some countries getting disproportionately impacted. According to a recent report by the Swiss Re Institute, climate change could reduce global gross domestic product by 18% by 2050… Continue reading Managing risks of a green economy

A climate change narrative that India can steer 

Synopsis: The Glasgow COP26 meet offers India a chance to update its Nationally Determined Contributions to meet climate targets. Introduction  Recently, Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) published a report titled “Assessment of Climate Change over the Indian Region”. This report reveals that India has warmed up 0.7° C during 1901- 2018. What are the findings of the assessment?… Continue reading A climate change narrative that India can steer 

The state of agriculture in India is only going from bad to worse

Synopsis: Our agricultural sector has been in a state of perpetual decline after 2012-13 and is reeling under such shocks as back-to-back droughts, demonetization and the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest Situation Assessment Survey adds to findings that reveal worsening agrarian distress. Introduction Recently, the National Statistical Office released the Situation Assessment Survey (SAS) of agricultural… Continue reading The state of agriculture in India is only going from bad to worse

[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #246 : TCA Anant Board, Chhattisgarh Home State, commerce & accountancy Optional, Sports, Meditation Hobby

Interview date: 7th September Board: TCA Anant sir Optional: commerce and accountancy Background: Bcom, Chartered Accountant Home State: Chhattisgarh Hobby: cricket, meditation, and biographical movies To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Chairman Read out my academic qualification and work experience. Why did you leave job? Why you want to join civil services?… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #246 : TCA Anant Board, Chhattisgarh Home State, commerce & accountancy Optional, Sports, Meditation Hobby

A disease surveillance system, for the future

Synopsis Diseases and outbreaks are realities and a well-functioning system can help reduce their impact. Introduction The article highlights the importance of epidemiology in preventing and controlling infectious diseases. What is epidemiology and disease surveillance? Epidemiology is the study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.… Continue reading A disease surveillance system, for the future

[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #245 : TCA Anant Board, Bihar Home State, Running, Hindi Movies, Developmental Stories Hobbies

Date of Interview: 21/9/2021 Board: TCA Anant Background: GGPS Bokaro | Chemical Engg. Plastics and Polymer | BIT Mesra Jharkhand Home State: Bihar Hobbies: Running | Hindi Movies with a message| Developmental Stories To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Chairperson SWOT Analysis of your district (Madhubani). Ways to tackle Weaknesses? Why Madhubani to… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #245 : TCA Anant Board, Bihar Home State, Running, Hindi Movies, Developmental Stories Hobbies

Make departments smart, first

Synopsis: E-governance holds the promise of improving local governance, but only if we pay attention to the basics. Introduction To have a smart city, there is a need to make all the departments of the city smart. In such cities, good governance is dependent on good service delivery. This requires good availability of data. Thus,… Continue reading Make departments smart, first

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