UPSC Mains General Studies Test Series (Target UPSC CSM-2017) Test-24 Here is the 24th Mains Marathon General Studies Test. Question 1: Do you think that values are desirable in civil services? In the absence of values, will it negatively affect the work of civil servants? Question 2: You are a senior officer in the artillery division… Continue reading General Studies Test Series for UPSC CSM-2017 : Test 24
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General Studies Test Series for UPSC CSM-2017 : Test 23
UPSC Mains General Studies Test Series (Target UPSC CSM-2017) Test-23 Here is the 23rd Mains Marathon General Studies Test. Question 1: Teaching is a noble profession. A teacher by his teaching shapes the future of his students. But in this era of internet, which has a good and huge source of information available online for free,… Continue reading General Studies Test Series for UPSC CSM-2017 : Test 23
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 20
Archives Q.1) Rising evidences proves that childhood obesity is a global epidemic which is affecting even the poorer nations. In this context, what are the causes of obesity in children? The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently released new guidelines on tackling obesity in children. Discuss. (GS-1) Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has released… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 20
Must Read News Articles – October 21
Archives GS-1 Push for cross-party support for Jallianwala Bagh apology (The Hindu): A motion in British Parliament for seeking an apology from India on Jalianwala Bagh Massacre. GS-2 International Relations Unravelling of the Iran Deal (The Hindu): A clear divide between the US and its European Allies (first time since 1945) over the issue of Joint… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – October 21
Essay Test – October 21, 2017
Archives Instructions: Write an essay on any one of the following in about 1000-1200 words. Time : 90 minutes Marks : 125 1. Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. 2. It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz : October 20
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7 PM Daily Editorials Brief – October 20, 2017
Read In-depth analysis of all Editorials here Source : What is fouling delhi’s air (Indian Express) Analysis : Pollutants of the capital’s air: An overview Source : India rejects WTO push for new global e-commerce rules (Live Mint) Analysis : India opposes negotiating new global e-commerce rules Source : Do all women have a right to enter Sabarimala? (The Hindu)… Continue reading 7 PM Daily Editorials Brief – October 20, 2017
Sabarimala Temple case: Gender Equality V Religious belief
Context Prohibition of women’s entry to shrines solely on the basis of womanhood is derogatory to women and their fundamental rights. Authorities must uphold a stern approach towards gender equality What is the significance of Sabrimala temple? Sabarimala is the second largest seasonal pilgrimage after the Islamic holy site of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. An… Continue reading Sabarimala Temple case: Gender Equality V Religious belief
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 20
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 19
Archives Q.1) In March 2017, the Sri Lankan Navy allegedly fired at a group of Indian fishermen who had allegedly crossed over into Sri Lankan waters on the lookout for a fresh catch. Discuss the key fisheries disputes between India and Sri-lanka? What are the possible steps that can be taken by the government of… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 19
