Context: Facebook’s cryptocurrency Libra. More in news: Social media giant Facebook had planned to launch a new digital currency, called Libra, in 2020. Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Stripe, Mercado Pago and eBay have abandoned the Facebook-led corporate alliance underpinning Libra. Thus, the Libra Association is fragmenting. Mark Zuckerberg appeared before the House Committee on Financial Services on… Continue reading 7 PM | The IMF should take over Libra and make the most of the idea | 24th October, 2019
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Daily Quiz #19 UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 24, 2019
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Must Read News Articles-October 24th 2019
GS – 2 Centre to setup peritoneal dialysis services under PMNDP Move will benefit at least 2 lakh people every year Minding the Gaps in India’s data infrastructure The national discourse can ill- afford the danger of being hijacked by the poor quality of data A case against judicial recusal Justice Arun Mishra’s recusal is… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 24th 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 23, 2019
Q.1) “The rise of Asia represents the beginnings of a shift in the balance of economic power in the world and the future will be shaped partly by how Asia exploits the opportunities and meets the challenges.” In light of this statement, discuss the role of India in realising Asian Century. Answers Q.2) “Mere police… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 23, 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 24th, 2019
Q.1) “Reforms and polices which aim to weed out adverse practices often lead to disruptions and fail to achieve its objectives.” Comment. The Hindu Q.2) “In the world of intelligence, information is the principal currency.” In this context illustrate how information plays an important role in security of any nation? The Hindu Q.3) Discuss various… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 24th, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #17 October 23, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – October 23rd, 2019
Hunar Haat News:Union Minority Affairs Minister has said that the Government will provide employment opportunities to lakhs of artisans, craftsmen and traditional culinary experts through Hunar Haat in the next 5 years. Facts: About Hunar Haat: The Hunar Haat is an exhibition of handicrafts, embroidery made by artisans from the Minority Communities. Hunar Haats are organised… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – October 23rd, 2019
Daily Quiz #18 UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 23, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 22, 2019
Q.1) “PM-KISAN scheme will not only lead to welfare of farmers, but can act as an important tool for India’s economic growth.” Discuss. Answers Q.2) “Trade strengthens peace and there needs to be a revised strategy towards restarting cross-Line of Control trade.” Comment. Answers Q.3) What do you understand by the term Brexit? What are… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 22, 2019
Must Read News Articles-October 23rd 2019
GS-2 Court to look into govt plea for access to whatsapp chats The Govt has said there is need to usher in stricter regime to combat pornography, sedition, hate, fake news online Plae against EC order on Sikkim CM disqualification A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court challenging the EC’s decision to… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 23rd 2019
