Parkavi Priyadharshini

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 23/2020

GS – 2 How indigenously developed technology can reach remote Indian villages by bridging the 5G digital divide. Explain in detail.150 Words In the News: A technical working group of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) approved an application for recognition of the 5G Radio Interface Technology (RIT) submitted by Telecom Standards Development Society, India (TSDSI)Continue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 23/2020”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 22/2020

GS – 2 The burden of a pandemic will have to be borne by governments and pharmaceutical companies alike. Explain in detail.150 Words In the News: The quest for developing a vaccine and finding a definitive treatment for COVID-19 treatment is reportedly making good progress. However, with the number of infections around the globe havingContinue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 22/2020”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 21/2020

GS – 2 Indigo layoffs betoken larger crisis, engulfing even sound firms. Government must step up. Explain in detail.150 Words In the News: Lockdowns and physical distancing have battered the economy. The damage has been noticeably severe on some businesses such as aviation and hospitality. Over the last few days, two airlines have resorted toContinue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 21/2020”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 20/2020

GS – 2 The need of the hour is to implement the existing recommendations for anti-torture law of various commissions. Explain in detail.150 Words In the News: Torture is not defined in the Indian Penal Code, but the definitions of ‘hurt’ and ‘grievous hurt’ are clearly laid down. Though the definition of ‘hurt’ does notContinue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 20/2020”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 18/2020

GS – 2 India’s plan for naval coalition building alone will not credibly deter China’s military power in the Indian Ocean. Comment 150 Words In the News: India’s Ministry of Defence discussed the issue of adding Australia to the trilateral Malabar naval exercise with Japan and the United States in the Bay of Bengal later this year.Continue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 18/2020”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 19/2020

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS Before India joins other democracies, is it necessary to whither democracy in India? Comment 250 Words In the News: The UK has rejected Huawei as a 5G partner, and says that it is now forging an alliance of ten democracies (D-10) to create alternative suppliers for 5G and other technologies from China. AContinue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 19/2020”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 16/2020

GS – 2 Strategic investments by global tech companies are heartening. Regulators must up their game. Explain in detail. 250 Words In the News: One Indian company stood out during the lockdown and attendant economic gloom. Reliance Industries announced that it has raised a cumulative Rs 2.12 lakh crore through a variety of channels overContinue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 16/2020”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 17/2020

GS – 2 China’s moves are spurring support for coordination between other Indo-pacific partners with their desire for US leadership. Comment 250 Words In the News: India’s deadly encounter with China in the Galwan Valley is not an outlier in Beijing’s recent behaviour in Asia. China’s coronavirus “mask diplomacy” has given way to tense geopolitical confrontations withContinue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 17/2020”

World Snake Day – July 16

Context: World Snake Day is an important day when it comes to increasing awareness about the different species of snake all around the world. Snakes tend to have a negative connotation. About the day: This holiday is celebrated both virtually and physically, bringing together snake-lovers to rejoice in their common wonder at the marvels ofContinue reading “World Snake Day – July 16”

Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 15/2020

GS – 2 Information overload about the corona virus pandemic can add to the dangers posed by the pathogen. Explain. 150 Words In the News: In the late 1970s, media invented the term ‘compassion fatigue’. There were so many public demands being made for charitable donations for victims the world over of man-made crises, likeContinue reading “Daily UPSC Mains Question – July 15/2020”