Insights Current Affairs Quiz – 76 04 December 2015 Archives From today onwards, we will be starting current events quiz. The quiz will have 5-10 MCQs every day. The questions are mainly framed from The Hindu and PIB news articles. This quiz is intended to introduce you to concepts and certain important facts. It is not a …
Insights Daily Debates: Day – 96 04 December 2015 Archives Today’s Topic “Role of Civil Services in a Democracy” NOTE: Unlike past we will not be giving you topic in question format. We observed that it turned out to be another Q & A session. We will just mention the topic and you may start discussing …
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At this point of time, one common problem that majority faces is this: “I am not able to remember anything! I can not recall all the information I have studied till now. I feel like giving up. Pressure is too much to bear.” This is a common feeling when exam is nearing. It is impossible to …
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Insights Daily Current Events, 04 December 2015 Archives Paper 3 Topic: disaster and disaster management. NDRF teams arrives in Puducherry The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams are actively involved in tackling the situation arising out of incessant rains in Puducherry and TamilNadu over the past few days. Sensing the urgency, NDRF teams have doubled …
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Insights into Editorial: Is India actually free of Polio? + MINDMAPS on Current Issues 04 December 2015 India has not reported a single case of polio caused by the wild polio virus (WPV) since January 2012. Hence, India was declared polio free in 2014 by the World Health Organization. But, it should be noted here …
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Topic:Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values. 9) Whom do you consider your real teacher in your life and why? What qualities will you expect in a good teacher? Explain. (200 Words) General
Topic: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life 8) Crypto currency bitcoin is gaining popularity in India, especially among companies and high-net worth individuals, for buying and selling, or as an asset. How does bitcoin function? Why is it gaining popularity? Examine. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Agriculture, food security 7) Discuss the contentious issues related to agriculture and food security that India is negotiating with WTO. What will happen if India dilutes its stand on these issues in upcoming WTO meeting? Examine. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology 6) Write a note on the PRaVDA (Proton Radiotherapy Verification and Dosimetry Applications) project and proton therapy. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism 5) In recent months, more Indians are being recruited by ISIS. In your opinion, what are the causes? Critically examine. (150 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health 4) What do you understand by Non-Polio Acute Flaccid Paralysis (NAAFP)? It is said that India might be polio-free but it is reporting the world’s largest number of NPAFP. Examine why. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations 3) Comment on the challenges that the new government in Myanmar would face as a democratically elected government. Examine if India can help Myanmar in this regard. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Urbanization; Critical changes in geographical features 2) Reckless urbanization is blamed for the frequent floods that affect many of Indian cities. What measures should be taken to avoid floods such as the one being witnessed by Chennai? Examine. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic:Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues 1) Critically examine the role of the Indian military in giving birth to Bangladesh. (150 Words) The Hindu The Hindu
