Synopsis: The Supreme Court is examining the constitutional validity of the Maratha reservation policy. During the hearing, it mentioned that it will re-examine the landmark verdict in the Indra Sawhney vs Union of India case 1992. What is the Indra Sawhney Case? The Mandal Commission- In 1979 the Second Backward Classes Commission was set up… Continue reading Revisiting the Ruling of Indra Sawhney Case
Afghan Peace Process and India
Synopsis: The US is set to leave Afghan as per the mandates of the Afghan Peace process. India should step up to ensure a peaceful, stable, and democratic Afghan government Background: The peace process in Afghanistan is witnessing a crucial moment in its history. In a recent development, Mr. Blinken’s letter (U.S secretary of state)… Continue reading Afghan Peace Process and India
The Advantages of Work from Anywhere
Synopsis: The new policy of Work from anywhere gained momentum during the pandemic. It has multiple benefits for all stakeholders. Background Lack of clarity and flexibility in the US H-1B visa Programme remains major concerns for high-skilled Indian migrants, seeking to relocate to the U.S. This uncertainty was high during the Trump administration, with visa… Continue reading The Advantages of Work from Anywhere
[UPSC Interview Transcript #56]: RN. Chaubey Board, Rajasthan Home State, listening to Punjabi music, drawing Hobbies
Interview Date: 4 Feb 2020 Board: RN. Chaubey Home State: Rajasthan Sports: Basketball Hobbies: listening to Punjabi music, drawing Questions 1. brief intro of educational qualification? 2. Should India side by USA vis-a-vis rising power of China? 3. Should we do like Japan, that get dependent on USA for our security needs? 4. What is… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #56]: RN. Chaubey Board, Rajasthan Home State, listening to Punjabi music, drawing Hobbies
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – March 10th, 2021
Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers several newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Livemint, etc. This saves… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – March 10th, 2021
[UPSC Interview Transcript #55] BS Bassi Board, Public Administration Optional, Cricket Hobby
Interview Date: 19th Feb, 9 am, 1 st person to go in Duration: 35 mins Board: BS Bassi Background: Electronics and Communication Engineering Optional: Public Administration Hobby: Cricket Chairman Why do you want to join civil services? So, you read on Quora? What was the last answer you read? What is your assessment of same… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #55] BS Bassi Board, Public Administration Optional, Cricket Hobby
10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz | March 9 2021
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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – March 9, 2021
Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today Afghan Peace Process and India Source: The Hindu Gs2: India and its Neighborhood- Relations. Synopsis: The US is set to leave Afghan as per the mandates of the Afghan Peace process. India should step up to ensure a peaceful, stable, and… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – March 9, 2021
The Mandal case and Reservation in India – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction Supreme Court (SC) may examine the 50% reservation cap set by the Mandal case ruling of 1992(Also known as Indra Sawhney case). The decision was taken during the examination of the constitutional validity of the Maratha reservation policy of the Maharashtra government. During the hearing, the SC asked states whether they are in favour… Continue reading The Mandal case and Reservation in India – Explained, Pointwise
Parliamentary Standing Committee report on Environment Ministry
What is the news? The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Environment, Forests and Climate Change chaired by a Rajya Sabha member has tabled its report. The report demands more grants to the Environment ministry. What were the key highlights of the report? On Budget allocation for Environment Ministry: In Budget 2020-21, Government has reduced the revised… Continue reading Parliamentary Standing Committee report on Environment Ministry
