GS2 (Polity and Governance) Recently a private member’s Bill was introduced which sought to give more powers for mayors. It… Continue reading 15 Nov 2016 | GS2 | Recently a private member’s Bill was introduced which sought to give more powers for mayors. It also tried to introduce provisions for direct election of mayors. Why are these provisions important for providing better urban governance in India? What are some of the problems related with urban local bodies?

GS1 (Indian Heritage and Culture) Heritage erosion has been seen as the greatest problem that undermines the socio-environmental stability and… Continue reading 15 Nov 2016 | GS1 | Heritage erosion has been seen as the greatest problem that undermines the socio-environmental stability and sustainability of India. To what extent it is serious and what suggestions can be made for its management.

Seeing the awesome response in all the other optional threads, I think it would be a good idea to have… Continue reading [Official] Geography Optional | IAS Mains | Daily Initiative 2

source This is part of the government’s move to remove outdated laws which don’t serve any definitive purpose. It’s basically… Continue reading Govt. is repealing some old laws of Pharma. What are they and what about similar issues with IPC

GS4 (Ethics) Unfurling the tri-colour at the Andhra University grounds, Vishakhapatnam on the occasion of the 70th Independence Day, Vice-Chancellor,… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS4 | What do you understand by human values? Indicate three human values which you consider universal in nature and highlight their importance in Civil Services.

GS3 (Indian Economy) This year India improved its rank in the WB Ease of Doing Business survey only marginally. The… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS3 | This year India improved its rank in the WB Ease of Doing Business survey only marginally. The survey is said to have many shortcomings in terms of the parameters it uses to determine the rankings. Discuss these shortcomings and whether the rankings accurately reflect India’s attempts at reform.

GS2 (International Relations) What is the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)? What is it’s importance for Pakistan and China? What… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS2 | What is the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)? What is it’s importance for Pakistan and China? What are India’s views on it?

GS1 (Culture) The general perception of heritage in India is biased towards historical monuments, artifacts and scriptures. Analyze the reasons… Continue reading 14 Nov 2016 | GS1 | The general perception of heritage in India is biased towards historical monuments, artifacts and scriptures. Analyze the reasons for such a perception and suggest a broad framework of scope of what heritage should constitute with reasons.

The only meaning of success is living your life the way you want to. Instructions: Write the following essay in 1000-1200… Continue reading 13 Nov 2016 | Target Mains: Weekly Essay Challenge

1. India’s first international commercial arbitration centre has been launched at (a) Panaji (b) Bengaluru (c) New Delhi (d) Mumbai… Continue reading Sunday Edition Prelims Questions Part 3

Air pollution has been a constant news theme over the last two weeks. The other few being – Debate on… Continue reading Anthropogenic & Natural Causes of Air Pollution in Delhi | Special Note on Farmers Issue of Straw Burning

GS4 (Ethics) Should our decisions be judged only according to the circumstances? Are our intentions also important? Discuss with the… Continue reading 12 Nov 2016 | GS4 | Should our decisions be judged only according to the circumstances? Are our intentions also important? Discuss with the help of examples.

GS3 (Economics) Capitalism has guided the world economy to unprecedented prosperity. However, it often encourages shortsightedness and contributes to wide… Continue reading 12 Nov 2016 | GS3 | Capitalism has guided the world economy to unprecedented prosperity. However, it often encourages shortsightedness and contributes to wide disparities between the rich and the poor. In this light, would it be correct to believe and adopt capitalism driving inclusive growth in India? Discuss.

GS2 (Water disputes) Recently there have been many instances  of disputes over river water not only inside India, e.g. Karnataka-Tamil… Continue reading 12 Nov 2016 | GS2 | Recently there have been many instances of disputes over river water not only inside India, e.g. Karnataka-Tamil Nadu, Punjab-Haryana, but also between India and her neighbours such as Pakistan and China. Why do such disputes arise? Are these disputes increasing or have such problems always been present?