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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 16, 2019
All you need to know about Chief of Defence Staff Prime Minister has announced the creation of the post of the Chief of Defence Staff. The Chief of Defence Staff(CDS) is a high military office that oversees and coordinates the working of the three Services.The role of the CDS becomes critical in times of conflict.… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 16, 2019
7 PM | What happened to economy during the first term of Modi | 16th August, 2019
Context: slowing down of economy and its impact Present economic situation of India: The demand for passenger vehicles slowed down during the second half (beginning September 2018) of this financial year because of many reasons-high interest rates, higher fuel prices and lack of credit. At a very broad level, demonetization-a radical policy decision-and introduction of… Continue reading 7 PM | What happened to economy during the first term of Modi | 16th August, 2019
7 PM | Moon Mission reaches key stage, what next? | 16th August, 2019
Context: Chandrayaan 2 will land on Moon’s South Pole region. More in news: On 22nd July 2019 India launched its second moon mission that is Chandrayaan 2. On 14th August 2019, the Chandrayaan 2 spacecraft left Earth’s orbit and moved towards the moon, which it will orbit over a series of manoeuvres before the ultimate… Continue reading 7 PM | Moon Mission reaches key stage, what next? | 16th August, 2019
Daily Quiz #13 UPSC Prelims Marathon – August 16, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 14, 2019
Q.1) “Although development of tolerance is the first step for unity in India, what required is a positive celebration of cultural differences in India.” Comment. Answers Q.2) “In the era of growing social media tentacles across the globe, scrutiny of the facts and data is need of the hour.” Discuss. Answers Q.3) Discuss various provisions… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 14, 2019
Must Read News Articles-August 16th 2019
Archives GS-2 U.N. Security Council to hold closed-door meeting on August 16 The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) will meet on August 16 morning to discuss Kashmir (India’s abrogation of Article 370). Independence Day speech: Modi announces Chief of Defence Staff post, Jal Jeevan Mission Two major announcements marked Mr. Modi’s speech on Independence Day.… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-August 16th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 16th, 2019
Q.1) “Indian investigation agencies need modernisation and more autonomy to increase their efficacy.” Comment. The Hindu Q.2) “Quackery although increase accessibility to health services in India, but is a big danger to the health of poor.” Discuss. The Hindu Q.3) Discuss the issue of unemployment in India. What India should do check rising unemployment? The… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 16th, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #12 August 14, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 14, 2019
National Youth Awards The Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports(I/C) has conferred the National Youth Awards. The awards were conferred on individuals(aged between 15-29 years) and organizations for excellent work and contribution in different fields of development and social services. The objective of the awards is (a)to motivate young people to achieve excellence in… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 14, 2019
