Year: 2016

29 Nov 2016 | GS4 | Given are two quotations of moral thinkers/philosophers. For each of these, bring out what it means to you in the present context

GS4 (Ethics) Given are two quotations of moral thinkers/philosophers. For each of these, bring out what it means to you in… Continue reading 29 Nov 2016 | GS4 | Given are two quotations of moral thinkers/philosophers. For each of these, bring out what it means to you in the present context

29 Nov 2016 | GS3 | The govt is putting a lot of emphasis on schemes such as Digital India which seek to use information and communications technology (ICT) to connect the country. What are the benefits from delivering services electronically?

GS3 (Science and Technology) The govt is putting a lot of emphasis on schemes such as Digital India which seek… Continue reading 29 Nov 2016 | GS3 | The govt is putting a lot of emphasis on schemes such as Digital India which seek to use information and communications technology (ICT) to connect the country. What are the benefits from delivering services electronically?

29 Nov 2016 | GS2 | The 42nd and 44th Constitutional Amendments introduced many changes in our Constitution. What are some of their lasting effects?

GS2 (Constitution) The 42nd and 44th Constitutional Amendments introduced many changes in our Constitution. What are some of their lasting… Continue reading 29 Nov 2016 | GS2 | The 42nd and 44th Constitutional Amendments introduced many changes in our Constitution. What are some of their lasting effects?

29 Nov 2016 | GS1 | India has witnessed many attempts historically to break down the caste system. Discuss some of these movements from ancient and medieval times.

GS1 (Ancient India) India has witnessed many attempts historically to break down the caste system. Discuss some of these movements… Continue reading 29 Nov 2016 | GS1 | India has witnessed many attempts historically to break down the caste system. Discuss some of these movements from ancient and medieval times.

29 Nov 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Dear students, When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what… Continue reading 29 Nov 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

28 Nov 2016 | Back2Basics: Daily Static and CA Revision using News

Everyday we read news, but do we do more than read it? The best way to learn from news is… Continue reading 28 Nov 2016 | Back2Basics: Daily Static and CA Revision using News

[Mains 2016] International ethics: Role of traditions & strategies in decision making

International Ethics explained through real life examples

28 Nov 2016 | GS4 | What are honour killings? What attitudes, emotions and social factors are responsible for this problem?

GS4 (Ethics) What are honour killings? What attitudes, emotions and social factors are responsible for this problem? Youth Ki Awaaz

28 Nov 2016 | GS3 | What is poverty line? Describe how the concept of poverty line has become more sophisticated, beginning from Dadabhai Naoroji’s initial idea.

GS3 (Indian Economy) What is poverty line? Describe how the concept of poverty line has become more sophisticated, beginning from… Continue reading 28 Nov 2016 | GS3 | What is poverty line? Describe how the concept of poverty line has become more sophisticated, beginning from Dadabhai Naoroji’s initial idea.

28 Nov 2016 | GS2 | Police in India are often in the news, and are frequently criticised for not being able to prevent crime. There is a view that police/public order should be brought under the Concurrent List to improve the law and order situation and prevent misuse of police. Why are such proposals being mooted? What are the other problems with our police forces?

GS2 (Polity and Governance) Police in India are often in the news, and are frequently criticised for not being able… Continue reading 28 Nov 2016 | GS2 | Police in India are often in the news, and are frequently criticised for not being able to prevent crime. There is a view that police/public order should be brought under the Concurrent List to improve the law and order situation and prevent misuse of police. Why are such proposals being mooted? What are the other problems with our police forces?

28 Nov 2016 | GS1 | What do you understand by the term ‘Drain of Wealth’? How was wealth drained under the British, and did the process stop after independence?

GS1 (Indian Society) What do you understand by the term ‘Drain of Wealth’? How was wealth drained under the British,… Continue reading 28 Nov 2016 | GS1 | What do you understand by the term ‘Drain of Wealth’? How was wealth drained under the British, and did the process stop after independence?

28 Nov 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Dear students, When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what… Continue reading 28 Nov 2016 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Sir/Madam , i am following ONLY civilsdaily notes for GS 1,2,3 .

If i should refer to other material or not for Gs papers please advise and mention the sources. And i… Continue reading Sir/Madam , i am following ONLY civilsdaily notes for GS 1,2,3 .

[Solved] Sunday Edition Prelims Questions Part 5

1. Which of the following statements about Western Ghats are correct? 1. Western Ghats in Karnataka are broader than those… Continue reading [Solved] Sunday Edition Prelims Questions Part 5

27 Nov 2016 | Target Mains: Weekly Essay Challenge

Modernisation and Westernisation are not the same. Instructions: Write the following essay in 1000-1200 words.

26 Nov 2016 | Back2Basics: Daily Static and CA Revision using News

Everyday we read news, but do we do more than read it? The best way to learn from news is… Continue reading 26 Nov 2016 | Back2Basics: Daily Static and CA Revision using News

26 Nov 2016 | GS4 | What do you understand by aptitude? What kind of aptitude is important for civil services? What measures would you take to make yourself fit for being a civil servant?

GS4 (Ethics) What do you understand by aptitude? What kind of aptitude is important for civil services? What measures would… Continue reading 26 Nov 2016 | GS4 | What do you understand by aptitude? What kind of aptitude is important for civil services? What measures would you take to make yourself fit for being a civil servant?

26 Nov 2016 | GS3 | Although most news focuses on solar and wind energy, however the biggest impact in terms of carbon emissions can come from energy efficiency. What does energy efficiency mean? What are the measures being taken by the govt in India to promote it?

GS3 (Environment) Although most news focuses on solar and wind energy, however the biggest impact in terms of carbon emissions… Continue reading 26 Nov 2016 | GS3 | Although most news focuses on solar and wind energy, however the biggest impact in terms of carbon emissions can come from energy efficiency. What does energy efficiency mean? What are the measures being taken by the govt in India to promote it?

26 Nov 2016 | GS2 | How does Parliament control the Union Executive? How effective is its control?

GS2 (Polity) How does Parliament control the Union Executive? How effective is its control?

26 Nov 2016 | GS1 | Was Jawaharlal Nehru justified in adopting the principle of non-alignment as the corner-stone of India’s foreign policy?

GS1 (India after Independence) Was Jawaharlal Nehru justified in adopting the principle of non-alignment as the corner-stone of India’s foreign… Continue reading 26 Nov 2016 | GS1 | Was Jawaharlal Nehru justified in adopting the principle of non-alignment as the corner-stone of India’s foreign policy?