International The Hindu – Neutrality and abstention: On India’s stand in the Russia-Ukraine conflict National The Hindu – Gubernatorial procrastination is unreasonable Indian Express – Election Commission’s political plunge erodes its role as a neutral watchdog Indian Express – The Agnipath challenge for India’s new Chief of Defence Staff History The Hindu – Caves ofContinue reading “Important News Articles – 6th October 2022”
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Current Affairs Mcq – 3rd October 2022
The Allahabad pillar inscription was composed by Options A. Harisena B. Ravikriti C. Samudragupta D. Vishakadatta Answer : A Explanation: Samudragupta’s court poet and minister Harisena composed Allahabad pillar inscription or Prayag Prasasti. The inscription is eulogy of Samudragupta and mentions about conquests of Samudragupta and boundaries of the Gupta empire. Judiciary was separated fromContinue reading “Current Affairs Mcq – 3rd October 2022”
Current Affairs Mcqs – September 30
1.The zonal councils have been established by Options: A) Zonal council act B) by an order of president C) state reorganization act D) by Article 301. Answer: C Explanation:The zonal councils have been established by state reorganization act,1956. There are 6 zonal councils:1. Northern 2. Southern 3. Western 4. Eastern 5. Central 6. North Eastern. Home minister is the common chairman for all the six councils. 2. Which ofContinue reading “Current Affairs Mcqs – September 30”
Daily Current Affairs – September 30
Chief Defense Staff of Indian Army: Why in News? Lt. General Anil Chauhan appointed as new Chief of defence staff. About CDS: Cotton cultivation in India: Why in News? Cotton growers in Karnataka worried over excess of soil moisture. Cotton: One of the most important fiber crops and the basic raw material for textile industries. Continue reading “Daily Current Affairs – September 30 “
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 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”
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