Date of Interview: 16/8/2021 Board: Bhonsle sir Graduation: BE (Mechanical) Optional: Literature of Kannada Interests: theatre workshops/educator on YouTube/reading novels Chairperson (Asked me to remove the shield. Briefly gave an idea about the process, not a Q-A but a conversation to see the suitability. Made sure I was calm and settled properly before starting) Read… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #32 : Air Marshal Bhonsle Board, Literature of Kannada Optional, reading novels, Hobby
Immune cells isolated in sea corals, anemones for the 1st time
Source: Down To Earth About the news: A new study has identified for the first time that specialised immune cells (phagocytic cells) exist in certain varieties of sea corals and anemones. These cells help understand how the organisms protect themselves from viruses and bacteria in the marine ecosystem. Key findings of the study: The newly… Continue reading Immune cells isolated in sea corals, anemones for the 1st time
Why India needs an NHS-like healthcare model?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Understanding issues in the Indian health sector Synopsis: India’s health care sector is plagued with various issues which have been exposed during Covid crisis. Let’s have a brief look at issues affecting Indian health sector. Context The Health ministry has claimed in Parliament that Punjab has reported only four “suspected” deaths… Continue reading Why India needs an NHS-like healthcare model?
The digital future of our country is distinctly being re-imagined
Source: Livemint Relevance: Impact of Digital India Synopsis: The Digital India mission has made a positive impact on India’s socio-economic development in past few decades. It also led to transformation of lives and livelihoods that at the grassroot levels. Platformization is the key At the core of India’s transformation into Digital India is India’s ‘platformization’… Continue reading The digital future of our country is distinctly being re-imagined
Climate change, a catalyst for Arctic cooperation
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Importance of Arctic region for global climate Synopsis: Apart from the geopolitical and strategic importance of the Arctic region, it is important for the global community to view it through ecological lenses. Context Along with the growing security concerns in the Arctic region, the region is also witnessing an unprecedented transformation… Continue reading Climate change, a catalyst for Arctic cooperation
Explore unconventional sources of edible oil
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Analysis of New Edible Oil mission Synopsis: The new edible oil mission launched by Central government offers both advantages and some issues. A brief look. Context In the backdrop of previous failed attempts to increase domestic oil seeds production, the government has recently set up Rs.11000 crore New Edible Oil Mission.… Continue reading Explore unconventional sources of edible oil
Don’t let the new e-commerce rules ruin innovation
Source: Livemint Relevance: Implications of Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020. Synopsis: Small internet outlets have flourished lately, but may find their operations hampered by compliance burden under the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020.. A brief look at some problematic provisions. Background Read here: Draft ecommerce rules – Explained, pointwise Reason behind increase in online businesses… Continue reading Don’t let the new e-commerce rules ruin innovation
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #31 : Rajeev Nayan Choubey Board, Hindi literature Optional, Meditation & writing poems Hobbies
Board: Rajeev Nayan Choubey Background: B.T – M.T. dual degree Aerospace engineering IIT Kanpur Optional: Hindi literature Hobbies: meditation and writing poems Work ex: 11 months in a startup. Chairman Introduce yourself highlighting educational and professional experience. What was your role in your company ? Have you heard about circular economy ? What is it… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #31 : Rajeev Nayan Choubey Board, Hindi literature Optional, Meditation & writing poems Hobbies
[Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation – August, 2021 – 3rd week
Hello everyone, We are posting a Compilation of the 9 PM current affairs brief for the 3rd week of the Month of August. Click on the following link to download 9 PM Compilation for the Month of August, Third Week About 9 PM Current Affairs Brief: The idea behind the 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief… Continue reading [Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation – August, 2021 – 3rd week
Miscellaneous Quiz: International Relations – III | 25 August, 2021
Hello friends,
we are posting today’s prelims marathon. Under Prelims marathon initiative, we on a daily basis are posting 10 MCQs. MCQs are framed based on the predefined syllabus topic.
The idea is to keep the number of MCQ questions to a practicable level so that you do not spend an extra minute than required, and have a maximum output for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2021.
