GS3 (Agriculture) The future of India’s food security lies in genetically modified crops. Critically comment on the statement in the… Continue reading 9 Nov 2016 | GS3 | The future of India’s food security lies in genetically modified crops. Critically comment on the statement in the light of the recent GM Mustard issue.

GS2 (Polity and Governance) What is the difference between competitive and cooperative federalism? Are both mutually exclusive concepts or can… Continue reading 9 Nov 2016 | GS2 | What is the difference between competitive and cooperative federalism? Are both mutually exclusive concepts or can they go together? Discuss.

GS1 (World History) What factors accounted for the rather sudden rise of Europe to world dominance? How was this small… Continue reading 9 Nov 2016 | GS1 | What factors accounted for the rather sudden rise of Europe to world dominance? How was this small region was able to transform immensely larger portions of the world and to maintain its commanding position for so long?

Flawless decision by the government. Pondered over the pros & cons of the decision of scrapping the old series of… Continue reading Government scrapping the notes carrying value of Rs. 500 & Rs. 1000

When I read the news, I didnt believe it at 1st. How could they simply de-recognise bills overnight? What about… Continue reading Debate: Scrapping the 500, 1000 rupee notes – Good or bad?

GS4 (Ethics) Are women at a disadvantage in the workplace in terms of moving up the hierarchy, pay etc? Explain… Continue reading 8 Nov 2016 | GS4 | Are women at a disadvantage in the workplace in terms of moving up the hierarchy, pay etc? Explain the reasons and also discuss why we should aim for gender parity.

GS3 (Indian Economy) In order to attract more investment in the hydrocarbon sector the government has replaced production sharing mechanism… Continue reading 8 Nov 2016 | GS3 | In order to attract more investment in the hydrocarbon sector the government has replaced production sharing mechanism with revenue sharing mechanism. Explain the differences between both of these models. Will revenue sharing model be able to solve the issues related to production sharing? Discuss.

GS2 (Polity and Governance) MPLADS scheme in India is not only a blunt violation of the principle of separation of… Continue reading 8 Nov 2016 | GS2 | MPLADS scheme in India is not only a blunt violation of the principle of separation of power, there have also been reports of gross misappropriation of funds under this scheme. Comment with respect to the CAG observation on the functioning of the MPLADS. Should it be abolished?Give pros and cons.

GS1 (Secularism) Western secularism clearly separates state and religion. Secularism as practiced in India allows active involvement of state in… Continue reading 8 Nov 2016 | GS1 | Western secularism clearly separates state and religion. Secularism as practiced in India allows active involvement of state in religious matters of the minorities and sometimes this involvement borderlines appeasement. Critically comment with respect to secularism practiced in India since independence.

I’m beginner to UPSC could anyone please help me how could i start preparing for UPSC ? Which NCERT books… Continue reading Help for UPSC Preparation Beginner

Evolution of Forest Laws in the British Period 1856: Lord Dalhousie emphasized the need for a definite forest policy. Railways were first… Continue reading Evolution of Forest Rights in India from 1856 to 2006 | In Depth Analysis of FRA & Its Issues

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GS4 (Ethics in Public Administration) There have been multiple instances of threatening, harassment and even murder of various whistle-blowers in… Continue reading 7 Nov 2016 | GS4 | While it is important to expose a wrongdoing, a whistle-blower should have the moral backing behind his act of whistleblowing. Comment.

GS3 (Environment) What do understand by Green tax and Compensatory Afforestation? Critically analyze that whether the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Bill… Continue reading 7 Nov 2016 | GS3 | What do understand by Green tax and Compensatory Afforestation? Critically analyze that whether the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Bill 2015 will create a benchmark futuristic regulation or in its present form would squander away staggering amounts of money on meaningless efforts.

GS2 (Judiciary) While the judiciary has been at forefront in the fight to make the administrative and electoral system transparent… Continue reading 7 Nov 2016 | GS2 | While the judiciary has been at forefront in the fight to make the administrative and electoral system transparent and accountable, it has displayed the attitude of touch me not when it comes to applying the same principles to itself. Critically comment with respect to the recent NJAC ruling and other judgments related to it in last few years. Also suggest what should be the ideal method of selecting the HC and SC judges.?

GS1 (Indian society) In recent years why are dominant castes in many states demanding for reservation. What should Government do… Continue reading 7 Nov 2016 | GS1 | In recent years why are dominant castes in many states demanding for reservation. What should Government do to arrest this trend?