“I want to take a moment and mention the Mains Guidance Program(MGP). I can vouch for the quality of it since I wrote a lot of tests. The team of ForumIAS made sure that they were there for me at all times I wanted. I had a mentor who could be available at any moment… Continue reading “Refuse to give up” – Mittali Sethi AIR 56, CSE 2016, ForumIAS MGP Student
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India – Israel relations doesn’t hamper India’s relations with Palestine
Context India’s relations with Israel should not come at the “expense of ties” with Palestine in respect to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel. India is trying to manage its own balance in the region, and making a separation between these ties as well. Visit to Tel Aviv From July 4th, Mr. Modi will… Continue reading India – Israel relations doesn’t hamper India’s relations with Palestine
India-China Policies
With the independence of the Republic of India and the formation of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in the year 1949, one of the policies for the Indian government was that of maintaining cordial relations with China When China announced that it would be occupying Tibet, India sent a letter of protest proposing negotiations… Continue reading India-China Policies
Must Read News Articles – July 1
Archives GS 1 — GS 2 India and neighbors Border standoff: India warns of serious impact: (The Hindu) India is deeply concerned at the recent Chinese actions and has conveyed to the Chinese Government that such construction would represent a significant change of status quo with serious security implications for India. Face-off in Doklam: (Indian Express,… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – July 1
Essay Test – July 1, 2017
Before you start writing the Essay, read some tips on How to write an awesome Essay. Instructions: Write an essay on any one of the following in about 1000-1200 words. Time : 90 minutes Marks : 125 1. Law is the essential foundation of stability and order both within societies and in international relations. 2. India may… Continue reading Essay Test – July 1, 2017
Must Read News Articles – June 30
Archives GS 1 Social issues A school without textbooks: (Indian Express, Editorial) We need to nurture skills, encourage children to engage with environment. GS 2 Government policies The task before the sentinel: (The Hindu, Editorial) It is time the Chief Justice of India set up the larger Bench to examine privacy challenges to Aadhaar. Parliament and… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – June 30
Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 30
Archives Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers. 1. Discuss the importance of creating high-quality jobs in the industry and services sector. (GS 3) Live Mint 2. How can ‘Make in India’ address the constraints in the manufacturing… Continue reading Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 30
Afghan- India flight corridor
CONTEXT Afghanistan- India ballooning their bi-lateral relationship with inaugurating an air flight corridor service. The cargo flies over the airspace of Pakistan letting behind the main stumbling block. THE INDIA-AFGHANISTAN CORRIDOR The corridor was inaugurated by Afghan President Ashraf Ghani at Kabul International Airport on 19th June, 2017. For the first time, a cargo will… Continue reading Afghan- India flight corridor
MSCI to add China’s local currency shares
Context MSCI plans to add China’s local currency shares to its benchmark emerging markets index. Why are MSCI indices significant? Presence in MSCI stock indices attracts investment interest from foreign and brings an earmark of financial credibility. Moreover, the indices are closely tracked by investors from all around the globe. How will it impact china?… Continue reading MSCI to add China’s local currency shares
Must Read News Articles – June 29
Archives GS 1 Social issues The costs of failing on the job creation front: The inability to manage the jobs challenge will mean that governments will be forced to use fiscal tools to buy social peace. GS 2 India and neighbors PLA constructing road in disputed territory at tri-junction, says Bhutan: Refuting the Chinese contention… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – June 29

