GS2 (Polity and Governance) UGC has failed to evolve according to the changing dynamics of higher education, and has fallen… Continue reading 25 Oct 2016 | GS2 | UGC has failed to evolve according to the changing dynamics of higher education, and has fallen short of achieving its original mandate? Critically comment on this statement in the light of recent recommendation of TSR Subramaniam committee on UGC.

GS1 (Indian History) Discuss the significance of the Komagatu Maru incident in India’s freedom struggle? (Importance: Canada’s formal apology on… Continue reading 25 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Discuss the significance of the Komagatu Maru incident in India’s freedom struggle? (Importance: Canada’s formal apology on this incident)

History Optional People. Can we start something to benefit each other and evolve a strategy? Maps and world history are… Continue reading [Official] History Optional | IAS Mains | Daily Initiative

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Understanding what constitutes black money and the recent steps taken by the Government to curb its generation.

GS4 (Ethics) What are codes of conduct? Have they been successful in preventing misuse of office by public servants? Provide… Continue reading 24 Oct 2016 | GS4 | What are codes of conduct? Have they been successful in preventing misuse of office by public servants? Provide suggestions to improve their effectiveness.

GS3 (Indian Economy) How has the No titling law affected the land acquisition process in India? Also discuss the significance… Continue reading 24 Oct 2016 | GS3 | How has the No titling law affected the land acquisition process in India? Also discuss the significance of Rajasthan’s recently passed Titling Law.

GS2 (Polity and Governance) A referendum transforms a representative democracy into a participative democracy. Critically discuss.

GS1 (Indian Heritage and Culture) Describe the key features of the Ramanuja’s Vishishtadvaita or qualified oneness philosophy. Also discuss the… Continue reading 24 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Describe the key features of the Ramanuja’s Vishishtadvaita or qualified oneness philosophy. Also discuss the relevance of Ramanuja’s Teachings in the contemporary world. (Event: 1000th Birthday of Saint Ramanuja)

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Science and technology is the panacea for the growth and security of the nation. (Previous Year UPSC Topic) Instructions: Write the… Continue reading 23 Oct 2016 | Target Mains: Weekly Essay Challenge

Hiii Sir/Ma’am M totally Puzzled with these words– Levied , Distribution,Appropriated,Collected in terms of taxes between center and state…..Please help… Continue reading Has Puzzled me :-/

GS4 (Case Study) Air India (AI) is encountering problems with the operation of landing gear of its passenger aircrafts. In… Continue reading 22 Oct 2016 | GS4 | You are the president of a company that produces dedicated landing gears for passenger aircrafts. You have submitted your bid for providing this equipment to the AI. You have ensured that the value and rate of your offer remains better than those of the other contestants to the bid. Still the concerned AI officer is demanding a hefty bribe for approving the tender. It is vital to get this order both for you and for your firm. Not receiving the order would mean closing a manufacturing line. It may also disturb your own career. However, as a truthful person, you do not want to pay bribe.

GS3 (Infrastructure) The National Waterways Bill 2015 provides for enacting a central legislation to declare 106 additional inland waterways as… Continue reading 22 Oct 2016 | GS3 | The National Waterways Bill 2015 provides for enacting a central legislation to declare 106 additional inland waterways as the national waterways, in addition to five existing national waterways. What are the benefits of inland waterways? Discuss the potential of inland waterways in India and the challenges that lie before India ahead?

GS2 (Polity and Governance) Discuss the major reforms needed in MCI as per the reports of British Medical Journal and… Continue reading 22 Oct 2016 | GS2 | Discuss the major reforms needed in MCI as per the reports of British Medical Journal and the Parliamentary Standing Committee that pointed out rampant corruption and lack of quality and integrity in medical services across the country. Also discuss about the mandate of Lodha committee formed by the SC in this regard.