SECURE SYNOPSIS: 25 JULY 2019 NOTE: Please remember that following ‘answers’ are NOT ‘model answers’. They are NOT synopsis too if we go by definition of the term. What we are providing is content that both meets demand of the question and at the same time gives you extra points in the form of background …
SECURE SYNOPSIS: 24 JULY 2019 NOTE: Please remember that following ‘answers’ are NOT ‘model answers’. They are NOT synopsis too if we go by definition of the term. What we are providing is content that both meets demand of the question and at the same time gives you extra points in the form of background …
InsightsIAS Ethics 70 Days Plan Day 26 Case study 1 Satya was very proud of her father. He was a senior bureaucrat in the state and he was invited to every major functions in Satya’s school and colleges. She used to feel like a star on such occasions. She boasted about her father in her …
Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB: 29 July 2019 Relevant articles from PIB: GS Paper 1 and 2: Topics covered: Women related issues. Schemes for the protection of vulnerable sections of the society. In news- Nirbhaya fund What to study? For Prelims: About the fund, its objectives and its administration. For Mains: Significance …
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Topics covered: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. ‘Deep Ocean Mission (DOM)’ What to study? For Prelims: Polymetallic nodules, features of Deep Sea Mission, ISA. For Mains: Significance and relevance of such missions, …
Topics covered: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Effects of El Niño and Antarctic Oscillation On Air Pollution What to study? For prelims and mains: Causes and effects of El Niño and Antarctic Oscillation on pollution levels. Context: Team of researchers affiliated with various institutions in China and the U.S. …
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Topics Covered: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Article 35A and related issues What to study? For Prelims: Features of Article 35A. For Mains: Controversies and issues associated, is …
Topics covered: Conservation related issues. International Tiger Day: 29 July What to study? For Prelims: International Tiger Day- significance and theme, Tiger population- state- wise, country- wise and other key facts, Important tiger reserves, M- Stripes. For Mains: Dwindling tiger population- causes, concerns and conservation efforts- both national and international. Context: Global Tiger …
Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana: The Government launched the Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana (AHVY) in the year 2001-2002. The scheme was launched with a view to mobilize the artisans into Self Help Groups and training the groups on various aspects of forming and running the community business enterprises for self sustainability of artisans. The objective of this scheme …
Topics covered: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country, different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers. Silk Samagra What to study? For prelims and mains: Key features of the scheme and overview …
Topics covered: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. National Creche Scheme What to study? For prelims and mains: Key features and significance of the scheme. …
Topics covered: Women related issues. Schemes for the protection of vulnerable sections of the society. In news- Nirbhaya fund What to study? For Prelims: About the fund, its objectives and its administration. For Mains: Significance of the fund and issues related to its utilization. Context: A total of 59 proposals/schemes have been …
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QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 29 July 2019 QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz The following quiz will have 5-10 MCQs. 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 relevant to UPSC IAS civil services …
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Insights into Editorial: Private member’s bill urges state poll funding Context: Congress MP Rajeev Gowda has moved a private member’s bill- Representation of the People (Amendment) Bill in the Rajya Sabha that seeks removal of the limit and state funding of elections as part of reforms to the way polls are financed in India. Following …
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RSTV: POLICY WATCH- PUBLIC, PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP IN RAILWAYS Introduction: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her budget speech said that the Indian railways will use Public Private Partnership model for faster development, rolling stock manufacturing and the delivery of freight. Railways will need 50 lakh rupees between 2018 to 2030 to complete the sanctioned projects. Finance …
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RSTV: THE BIG PICTURE- EPF REDEFINED Introduction: An essential component of savings and pensions in Indian middle class and working class gets redefined after recent orders of Kerala High Court and after the confirmation by a Supreme Court. The Supreme Court dismissed a plea filed against a Kerala High Court order that had asked Employees …
[Insights Secure – 2019] Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 29 July 2019 Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer? INSIGHTS NEW SECURE – 2019: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Tomorrow’s Static Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. General Studies – 2 Topic: Government …
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Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics in private and public relationships. Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values. 7) It is often said that” individuals …
Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology 6) Discuss India’s achievements in the field of Space and Technology. How far has the application of this technology helped India in its socio-economic development? Explain.(250 words) Reference Why this question: India successfully launched its second moon mission Chandrayaan-2 …
