Are you serious about IAS preparation? Then it's time you should devote attention to smart work along with the hard work. How smart aspirants clear UPSC Prelims by Smart Work? Read to know more. Only serious aspirants clear UPSC Prelims, Mains, and Interview. UPSC exam demands hard work. But … [Read more...] about How Smart Aspirants Clear UPSC Prelims by Smart Work?
Ira Singhal (CSE 2014 Rank 1): Preparation Strategy and Book-list
Every UPSC topper has a unique story - an inspiring story for millions in the country. The life and journey of Ira Singhal IAS - all India rank 1 in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2014 - is unique in many unique ways. With 62% locomotor disability, 30-year-old Ira Singhal topped the IAS exam, … [Read more...] about Ira Singhal (CSE 2014 Rank 1): Preparation Strategy and Book-list
Balance of Payments: Accounting Concepts of Foreign Trade
Understand the concept behind the Balance of Payments (BoP) The Balance of Payments (BoP) and Balance of Trade (BoT) are two confusing concepts for even economics graduates. These terms are connected with international trade accounting. In this post, we provide a mind-map approach to studying … [Read more...] about Balance of Payments: Accounting Concepts of Foreign Trade
Major Programs Under Central Assistance to States Plan: 2016-17
This post is dedicated entirely to list the major programs under the Central Assistance for States and UT plans as per Budget 2016-17. Update: To learn the Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Central Sector Schemes as mentioned in the Union Budget 2018, refer this post. It should be noted that … [Read more...] about Major Programs Under Central Assistance to States Plan: 2016-17
Major Programs Under Central Plan 2016-17
Central Plan is a sub-component of Plan expenditure, the other being Central Assistance to states. Programs under Central Plan are known as Central sector schemes. Update: To learn the Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Central Sector Schemes as mentioned in the Union Budget 2018, refer this … [Read more...] about Major Programs Under Central Plan 2016-17
Union Budget of India 2016-17: Highlights and Analysis
Every year, ClearIAS used to publish a short analysis of Indian Budget and Economic Survey. Our post, covering the highlights of Indian Budget 2016-17, is ready. We plan to release the highlights of Central Plan 2016, Central Assistance 2016, Economic survey 2015 etc in coming posts. It has to … [Read more...] about Union Budget of India 2016-17: Highlights and Analysis
Startup India Programme: Highlights
Startup India Programme is a campaign based on the Startup Action Plan by Government of India, aimed to promote entrepreneurship. The programme was officially launched on Jan 16, 2016. But even before that, on 15th August 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged to ‘Startup India, Standup India’ … [Read more...] about Startup India Programme: Highlights
UPSC Civil Services Mains 2015 Written Exam Results Out!
UPSC has announced the results of Civil Services Mains 2015 written exam results. Roll numbers of around 2800 candidates are included in the list. Personality Test of these candidates is likely to commence from 08th March, 2016. Here are the highlights of the official announcement from UPSC on Civil … [Read more...] about UPSC Civil Services Mains 2015 Written Exam Results Out!
Gravitational Waves: Einstein Was Right!
Einstein was right! Albert Einstein predicted the existence of gravitational waves a century ago. Now, scientists confirmed the detection of gravitational waves. This is one of the biggest discoveries of modern science. What are Gravitational Waves? In simple terms, gravitational waves are ripples … [Read more...] about Gravitational Waves: Einstein Was Right!
Types of Majorities Used in the Indian Parliament – Absolute, Effective, Simple, and Special Majority
What is the difference between the absolute majority and effective majority? How is the simple majority different from the special majority required by article 368? Confusing questions! The majority required to pass a resolution, motion, or a bill varies depending upon the purpose. As this is … [Read more...] about Types of Majorities Used in the Indian Parliament – Absolute, Effective, Simple, and Special Majority
