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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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31 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. “When it comes to economic matters, the government is an enabler and facilitator. Its primary job is to develop and maintain a system in which people – the rich and the poor – can take steps by themselves to better their lives. ” In the light of the statement, critically examine the nature of poverty removal…

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UPSC civil services examination 2014 - Official Notification

UPSC civil services examination 2014 – Official Notification

UPSC Civil Services Examination – 2014 Notification

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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30 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. Critically comment on the relevance of Gujral Doctrine to India’s foreign policy vis a vis its neighbours.

Business Standard

2. Examine how the Union government and state governments can cooperate to make Public Distribution System more efficient.

Business Standard

3. Write a note on Euroclear. Why is India keen to join…

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UPDATE - Secure-2014

UPDATE – Secure-2014

Today’s questions will be posted at 12 pm. Thank you.

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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29 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. Why does the Constitution of India make provisions regarding ineligibility of certain categories for further employment under the government of India? With examples, critically comment.

Business Standard

2. Why does India want to introduce a national goods and services tax (GST) replacing all indirect taxes? Explain…

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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28 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. The subsidy bill in India has increased many folds in recent years. In your opinion, which subsidies need to to be curbed and why? Comment.

Business Standard

2. Examine the problems faced by the e-commerce industry in India. What should government do in this regard?

Business Standard

3. Critically comment on the…

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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27 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. What are the fundamental problems faced by the defence sector in India? Critically examine.

Business Standard

2. Critically evaluate the role played by the Competition Commission of India in upholding its mandate.

Business Standard

3. Examine the reasons behind increasing man – wildlife conflict in various parts of…

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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26 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. Write a note on the role and importance of National Security Advisor. Do you think there is a need of separate ministry to look after Internal Security in the country? Comment.

The Hindu

2. Examine how recent economic crises have impacted the economy of USA.

Business Standard

3. “The Ministry of External Affairs needs…

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Insights Weekly Essay Writing Challenge - Week Eight

Insights Weekly Essay Writing Challenge – Week Eight

Write an essay on the following topic in about 2500 words.

Crony Capitalism – A Threat to Democracy

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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24 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. Discuss how budgeting take place in India every year. Compare this with the Budget process of the United States Government.

The Hindu

2. Examine the role played by the radio during freedom struggle.

The Hindu

3. Critically discuss the major threats to wildlife conservation in India. Explain measures taken by the…

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UPDATE: No Change in UPSC Civil Services Exam Pattern and Syllabi

UPDATE: No Change in UPSC Civil Services Exam Pattern and Syllabi

UPSC has posted a Press Note clarifying that there won’t be any changes in exam pattern or syllabi. Notification for 2014 exam will be out next Saturday (31 May 2014)

There will be a group of miscreants who in the name of accessibility to ‘insider information’ keep spreading rumours just to disturb serious aspirants. This happens every year. This will happen as soon as this Prelims also (cut-off…

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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23 May 2014

Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words

1. In the light of recent controversy involving Credit Suisse Group and US regulators, examine the nature of Swiss banking system. How can India benefit from the positive outcome of the mentioned controversy? Comment.

Business Standard

2. Examine the problems being faced by the sugar industry in India. In your opinion,…

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UPDATE: UPSC Notification for Civil Services Examination 2014 Will be Published by UPSC on 31st may 2014 UPSC will release the notification for 2014 civil services examination on 31st of May. Thank you.

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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21 May 2014

Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words

1. What are the criticisms against the first-past-the-post system of elections in India? Do you think India should adopt proportional representation system? Explain why.

Business Standard

2. Critically examine how capitalism in last three decades has affected economic inequality around the world.

Business Standard

3. Critically…

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Insights Secure Prelims – 2014: MCQs On Current Events

Insights Secure Prelims – 2014: MCQs On Current Events

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21 May 2014

Today’s Questions

1. With reference to National Waqf Development Corporation Limited (NAWADCO), consider the following statements

It is a public sector undertaking by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

It is being established for the development of Waqf properties for the community welfare particularly for Muslims in India.

It is being established based on…

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Insights Secure Prelims – 2014: MCQs On Current Events

Insights Secure Prelims – 2014: MCQs On Current Events

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20 May 2014

Today’s Questions

1. With reference to Information Technology Agreement (ITA) and India , consider the following statements

It has benefited India as far as manufacturing in the domestic hardware industry is concerned.

It is a plurilateral agreement of WTO under which participants have to reduce all product tariffs to zero level

Which of the statements given above is/are…

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Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

Insights Secure-2014: Questions On Current Events and General Studies

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20 May 2014

Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words

1. Why do public sector banks have higher share of non-performing assets? Examine.

Business Standard

2. Examine how and why India and Russia came together to form a strategic and friendly partnership?

The Hindu

3. Analyse the nature of important internal security threats being faced by India.

The Hindu

4. Discuss the contours of…

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