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IAS/IPS Allocation Overhaul Proposal by PMO – An Impractical Move to Create A ‘Loyal’ Bureaucracy?
As per news reports, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) is seeking a change in the way candidates are allocated services like IAS or IPS. The government is analyzing the possibility not only to change the way services like IAS or IPS are allocated, but also the way cadres are assigned. Many retired, … [Read more...] about IAS/IPS Allocation Overhaul Proposal by PMO – An Impractical Move to Create A ‘Loyal’ Bureaucracy?
UPSC Prelims Answer Key 2017 – Know the Official Answers to the Controversial Questions in Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2017
The official UPSC Prelims Answer Key 2017 is now available. UPSC released the official key almost 11 months after Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2017. Prelims 2017 was conducted on June 18th, 2017. Download UPSC Prelims Answer Key 2017 Download UPSC CSE Prelims Answer Key (2017): General … [Read more...] about UPSC Prelims Answer Key 2017 – Know the Official Answers to the Controversial Questions in Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2017
The Problems of Medical Education in India – Should the Medical Council of India (MCI) be Scrapped?
In this post, we analyze the problems of Medical Education in India. We will also see if the inefficient working of Medical Council of India (MCI) has compounded the problems in the health sector. Then we analyze what government had done to alleviate the situation. Finally, we will examine what all … [Read more...] about The Problems of Medical Education in India – Should the Medical Council of India (MCI) be Scrapped?
India-France Relations – New Developments
When India counts her friends in foreign relations, France occupies a special place. Both nations have a centuries-old history of trade relations. In this post, let's analyse the new developments in India-France relations. History of India-France Relations The French came as traders to India … [Read more...] about India-France Relations – New Developments
SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act – Recent Issues and Court Rulings
Dalits (SC) and Tribals (ST) are the most marginalized sections of Indian society. Many atrocities have been committed against them since time immemorial. The SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act protects them against discrimination and atrocities. However, the SC/ST act can never be called a … [Read more...] about SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act – Recent Issues and Court Rulings
Crowdfunding – Benefits and Concerns
Through social media and various other platforms, you might have heard the word 'crowdfunding'. It is one of the emerging and innovative ideas which is boomed after the spread of the internet. In this article, we shall see what is 'crowdfunding', its benefits, concerns, and the way forward. What … [Read more...] about Crowdfunding – Benefits and Concerns
7 Initiatives by the Government to Promote Energy Efficiency and Energy Conservation
Energy efficiency involves the efficient utilization of energy resources. This is necessary for sustainable development. Energy efficiency increases productivity and significantly reduces Green House Gas emissions, solid waste production, and thermal pollution. Initiatives to Promote Energy … [Read more...] about 7 Initiatives by the Government to Promote Energy Efficiency and Energy Conservation
UPSC Civil Services Mains 2017 Written Exam Results Out!
UPSC has announced the results of Civil Services Mains 2017 written exam results. About 2560 candidates have passed UPSC CSE Mains 2017 and qualified for the Personality Test. 13,000 candidates had written Main exam 2017. Download the PDF of results here. Personality Test of these candidates is … [Read more...] about UPSC Civil Services Mains 2017 Written Exam Results Out!
‘Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital’ – Implications of US Embassy in Jerusalem
Recently, US President Donald Trump's pledge to declare Jerusalem as the capital of Israel has caused controversy across the world. He also announced his plans to move the US Embassy to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv. Let's analyse the implications of US Embassy in Jerusalem. What is the capital of … [Read more...] about ‘Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital’ – Implications of US Embassy in Jerusalem