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Navy Intends to Buy Advanced Subs

Navy Intends to Buy Advanced Subs Sequence of Events In 2005, in a major defense deal India decided to acquire six highly advanced French Scorpene submarines worth $3 billion (about Rs 13,000 crore). On 6th April 2015, the first indigenously built Scorpene submarine was launched. In the same year i.e. 2015 Indian Navy planned to… Continue reading Navy Intends to Buy Advanced Subs

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Art & Culture – Download Complete Study Material + Additional Sources Recommendation

Art & Culture is a prominent topic of UPSC Syllabus. Its weightage has significantly increased in the last few years. There are several prominent sources to prepare for Art & Culture. The primary sources are as below CCRT Website ( Basic ) NIOS Study Material ( More Elaborate ) NCERT Class XI Fine Arts Book… Continue reading Art & Culture – Download Complete Study Material + Additional Sources Recommendation

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Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 6

1. Do you think that Aadhar has been effective in ending corruption? Discuss critically. (GS 2) Yes: It will help to reduce corruption since this will digitalize the whole process, so enables the Government.  to transfer money related to social benefit schemes directly to beneficiary’s account. Thus, bypassing the middle men. This will solve the problem of ghost… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 6

What are Spectrum Usage Charges?

A spectrum usage charge (SUC) is payable by the licensees providing mobile access services, as a percentage of their Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR). SUC is payable as per the spectrum slabs/ rates notified by the Government from time to time.

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Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 26

1. Why is a hybridised mustard variety required? Why is there an objection for its introduction? Discuss the deficiencies in the evaluation process of GM mustard.(GS 3) Daily Editorial Why is hybridised mustard variety required:- The GM hybridised mustard, as it is claimed, gives up to 30% more yield than the best varieties such as ‘Varuna’ currently… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 26

Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 25

1. Do you support taxing of agricultural income? Give concrete arguments in support of your opinion.(GS 3) Business Line | The Hindu Yes agricultural income needs to be taxed or yes,it is valid:- Laws: Section 2 (1A) of the Income Tax Act defines agricultural income as rent/revenue from land, income derived from this land through agriculture and income… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 25

Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 19

1. Developments in the solar space will help India meet its energy demand in a more environmentally sustainable manner. Discuss.(GS 3) Live Mint Yes:- Tariffs in the solar space have declined significantly over the years and it will make India’s energy consumption mix more environment friendly. India’s plan to ramp up solar power generation to… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 19

Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 18

1. Despite the high level of NPAS, there has been no banking crisis. In your opinion, what is the reason for the same?(GS 3) Financial Express | Live Mint Why was there no banking crisis:- The latest move of empowering RBI to directly intervene in the resolution process is expected to speed up the exercise. Apart from… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – May 18

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