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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 13, 2018

Archives Q.1) Discuss the reasons that Prohibition of Employment of Manual Scavengers and Their Rehabilitation Act 2013 came into being about 25 years ago but manual scavenging continues to be rampant in India. Suggest some measures for the same.(GS-2) Answer:  Recognising the rights of individuals working as manual scavengers to a rightful, respectful and dignified life,… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 13, 2018

Must Read News Articles – August 14, 2018

Archives GS 2 India rejects U.K. proposal on DNA tests for ‘illegal migrants’ India rejected a proposal by the U.K. to use DNA sampling to establish the nationality of illegal migrants living there citing “privacy issues”. Making ‘lateral entry’ work How India can tap into new sources of leadership talent How to move a mountain… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – August 14, 2018

Must Read News Articles – August 13, 2018

Archives GS 2 Ahead of ‘Khalistan rally’, India announces Guru fete Hours ahead of the pro-Khalistan rally in London, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj announced on Sunday that all Indian diplomatic missions would celebrate the 550th birth anniversary of the founder of Sikh faith Guru Nanak. The move is seen as a counter to the… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – August 13, 2018

Must Read News Articles – August 12, 2018

Archives GS 2 Shashi Tharoor gives Doklam report to Sushma Swaraj Chairman of the Standing Committee on External Affairs Shashi Tharoor on Friday met External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to resolve the stand-off over the panel’s report on the Doklam crisis. Tight-fisted neighbour? Indian aid to SAARC nations falls Going by government data, assistance fell… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – August 12, 2018

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 10, 2018

Archives Q.1) DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2018 can be an important tool in solving crimes, but it is important that there are safeguards to protect human rights and prevent miscarriages of justice. Discuss. Answer: The primary intended purpose for enactment of “The DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill” is for expanding the… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 10, 2018

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