Quad: Its Origins, Goals and Future Plans
Context: The leaders of four countries — India, the U.S., Australia, and Japan — are meeting for the second in-person summit of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad in Tokyo. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About QUAD What were the objectives of the grouping? Quad Initiatives What are the future plans […]
Consider the following events in the history of India:
Consider the following events in the history of India: 1.Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja 2.Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman – I 3.Establishment of Chola Parantaka I 4.Pala dynasty founded by Gopala What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest time ?(2020) a) 2-1-4-3 b) 3-1-4-2 c) 2 […]
In which of the following relief sculpture inscriptions is ‘Ranyo Ashoka’ (King Ashoka) mentioned along with the stone portrait of Ashoka?
In which of the following relief sculpture inscriptions is ‘Ranyo Ashoka’ (King Ashoka) mentioned along with the stone portrait of Ashoka?(2019) a) Kanganahalli b) Sanchi I c) Shahbazgarhi d) Sohgaura A Raya Ashoka was the first inscribed portrait of Ashoka (surrounded by female attendants and queens) that was unearthed from the ruined Buddhist stupa.
Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine?
Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine? 1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance. 2. Every object, even the smallest particle has a soul. 3. Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.(2013) a) 1 only […]
Iron in Tamil Nadu – New Dating and Its significance
Context: Carbon dating of excavated finds in Tamil Nadu pushes evidence of iron being used in India back to 4,200 years ago, the Tamil Nadu government announced this week on the basis of an archaeological report. Relevance: GS I- Art and Culture Dimensions of the Article: Iron being used in India back to 4,200 years […]
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Focus: GS-II: International Relations (International Groupings or Agreements affecting India’s Interests, India’s neighbors), GS-III: Internal Security Challenges (Terrorism in Hinterland & Border Areas) Why in News? Recently, Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs attended the FATF Ministerial Meeting in Washington D.C., conducted along-side the 2022 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 April 2022
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 April 2022 Contents The Process of Cartelization Confidentiality ring amendment and its impact on antitrust disputes The Process of Cartelization Context Competition Commission of India (CCI) has fined 11 firms for of bid rigging, cartelization in Indian Railways tenders. Relevance GS-III: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of […]
Draft Medical Devices Policy
Context: The government is proposing a new Draft National Policy for Medical Devices, 2022 to reduce India’s dependence on import of high-end medical devices. Relevance: GS II- Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Key focus areas of the draft policy Need for such a policy Key focus areas of the draft policy Objectives: […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 February 2022
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 February 2022 Contents: Use international law, call out China’s violations Use international law, call out China’s violations Context: The meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or the Quad was recently concluded. During the meeting, India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar said that the situation at the India-China […]
[UPSC MAINS 2021] GENERAL STUDIES PAPER 4 (GS4)
UPSC MAINS GENERAL STUDIES PAPER – 4 MAINS 2021 GENERAL STUDIES PAPER – 4 Q1. (a) Identify five ethical traits on which one can plot the performance of a civil servant. Justify their inclusion in the matrix. (Answer in 150 words) (b) Identify ten essential values that are needed to be an effective public servant. […]