Author: ForumIAS
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Mind Maps by ForumIAS – Daily editorials- 27th September
For all Mindmaps , click here Today’s Mindmaps covers :- The Hindu – The case against simultaneous polls The Hindu – Preventing death in custody Livemint – Downturn in India- Russia relations Livemint – How to make the monetary policy committee work
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9 PM Daily Brief – 27th September 2016
Click here to Download 9 PM Daily Brief PDF (27th Sept. 2016) NATIONAL [1]. Value of ISRO’s workhorse goes up The Hindu Context India’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, in its thirty-seventh flight (PSLV-C35), launched the 371 kg SCATSAT-1 for weather related studies and seven other satellites into polar Sun Synchronous Orbit (SSO). Satellites launched…
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Mains Marathon : 5 Questions on Contemporary Issues – 27 September
1. Does the Use of Performance Enhancing Drugs Violate the “Spirit of Sport”? Also bring out the ethical concerns associated with doping in sports in the light of some recent events. Link 1 2. Despite being India’s old and strong ally, Russia is seen to be getting closer to Pakistan. Discuss the reasons India…
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Must Read News Articles of the Day – September 27
NATIONAL [1].Value of ISRO’s workhorse goes up – ISRO chairman A.S. Kiran Kumar told a press conference that with Monday’s launch of eight satellites in two orbits, the PSLV “can undertake any type of mission.” [2].River Sutra: Stay within treaty but use India’s rights fully – Union government has decided to set up an inter-ministerial…
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Mains Marathon : 5 Questions on Contemporary Issues – 26 September
1. Discuss the rationale behind pushing for United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reforms. How helpful have been the multilateral groupings for India for reforming UNSC? Also suggest some alternative policy measures that India should consider in this objective. Link 1 Link 2 2. Critically analyze how helpful can be the Universal Basic income in fulfilling…
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Mains marathon – GS test 11
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD GS MAINS TEST 11 QUESTION PAPER Read the below questions carefully and answer them in your own words not exceeding 200 words. Time: 1 Hour Total Marks : 10 x 7 = 70 Marks 1. Probity in governance is an essential and vital requirement for an efficient and effective system of…
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Must Read News Articles – 25 September
National Mangaluru scores high in list of open defecation-free cities – A survey conducted by the Quality Council of India at the behest of the Union Ministry of Urban Development across 75 cities, including 53 with a population of more than one million and State capitals, declared Mangaluru as an ODF city in the sub-5…
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9 PM Daily Brief – 24th September 2016
Click here to Download 9 PM Daily Brief PDF (24th Sept. 2016) NATIONAL [1]. No water to spare, resolves Karnataka The Hindu Context In the light of ongoing Cauvery dispute, Karnataka legislature has passed a resolution stating its inability to release water to Tamilnadu SC’s order SC in its order dated 15th September…
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Must Read News Articles – 24 September
National India signs $8.9 billion Rafale fighter jet deal with France – Defence minister Manohar Parrikar signed an agreement with French defence minister Jean-Yves Le Drian on Friday to procure 36 Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation SA that will give India an edge over Pakistan. No water to spare, resolves Karnataka – After a…
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Mains Marathon : 5 Questions on Contemporary Issues – 23 September
1. Despite two decades of existence of PCPNDT (Preconception and Prenatal Diagnostic Techniques) Act 1994, why has child sex ratio fallen in India? Has better income levels and education helped the cause of gender ratio? What steps can be taken to counter this? Link 1 Link 2 Link 3 link 4 2. Discuss the maritime challenges faced by…
