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UPSC Quiz – 2021 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 10th JULY 2021

For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative. Gear up and Make the Best Use of this initiative. Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” Important Note: Don't forget to post your marks in the comment section. Also, let us know if you enjoyed today's test :) After completing the 5 questions, click on 'View Questions' to check your score, time taken, and solutions. To take the Test - Click here

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[MI-STORIES]MOTIVATIONAL AND INSPIRATIONAL STORIES - A Simple Gesture !

For Previous Story -> CLICK HERE Inspirational Stories: Here is the story for this week from the new series of Inspirational and Motivational stories. One of the oldest known forms of communication is story telling. There is something primordial within us that loves stories and their tremendous impact. In this series, we aim to bring you the best of real-life stories that can inspire and motivate you. Stories always try to teach us something useful. It is one of the best ways of learning from other's mistakes and avoiding our own. Although each story has its own moral, in the comments section you can share your opinion on the moral of the story. If you are able to see something that others might have missed, you can share it for the benefit of all. Apart from just reading these awesome stories, you can also share some of the stories that have inspired you. If we find the story appropriate and useful, we will share it with all. More importantly, read these stories every week without a miss, and stay inspired.   So Here is the story for this week - A Simple Gesture !     Everybody can be great . . . because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love. Martin Luther King, Jr. Mark was walking home from school one day when he noticed the boy ahead of him had tripped and dropped all of the books he was carrying, along with two sweaters, a baseball bat, a glove and a small tape recorder. Mark knelt down and helped the boy pick up the scattered articles. Since they were going the same way, he helped to carry part of the burden. As they walked Mark discovered the boy's name was Bill, that he loved video games, baseball and history, that he was having a lot of trouble with his other subjects and that he had just broken up with his girlfriend. They arrived at Bill's home first and Mark was invited in for a Coke and to watch some television. The afternoon passed pleasantly with a few laughs and some shared small talk, then Mark went home. They continued to see each other around school, had lunch together once or twice, then both graduated from junior high school. They ended up in the same high school where they had brief contacts over the years. Finally the long awaited senior year came, and three weeks before graduation, Bill asked Mark if they could talk. Bill reminded him of the day years ago when they had first met. "Do you ever wonder why I was carrying so many things home that day?" asked Bill. "You see, I cleaned out my locker because I didn't want to leave a mess for anyone else. I had stored away some of my mother's sleeping pills and I was going home to commit suicide. But after we spent some time together talking and laughing, I realized that if I had killed myself, I would have missed that time and so many others that might follow. So you see, Mark, when you picked up my books that day, you did a lot more. You saved my life."

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 9th July 2021

Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Competition Commission of India (CCI)  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - Statutory Bodies In news: The Union Cabinet has approved the Memorandum on Cooperation (MoC) between Competition Commission of India (CCI) and Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC).  It will promote and strengthen cooperation in the matter of Competition Law and Policy and will enable CCI to emulate and learn from the experiences of its counterpart in Japan About Competition Commission of India (CCI)  It is a statutory body established in 2003 and became fully functional in 2009.  It is responsible for enforcing The Competition Act, 2002 throughout India. The Act prohibits anti-competitive agreements, abuse of dominant position by enterprises.  The Act regulates combinations (acquisition, acquiring of control and Merger and acquisition), which causes or likely to cause an appreciable adverse effect on competition within India.  CCI consists of a Chairperson and 6 Members appointed by the Central Government.  Eligibility: Person should be qualified to be a judge of a High Court, or, has special knowledge of, and professional experience of not less than fifteen years in international trade, economics, commerce, law, finance.  It is the duty of the Commission to: eliminate practices having adverse effect on competition promote and sustain competition. protect the interests of consumers. ensure freedom of trade in the markets of India.  Recent Judgements of CCI Cement companies: CCI imposed a fine of ₹63.07 billion (US$910 million) on 11 cement companies for cartelisation in June 2012.  BCCI: CCI imposed a penalty of ₹522 million (US$7.6 million) on the BCCI in 2013 for misusing its dominant position. Telecos: CCI ordered a probe into the functioning of Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) following a complaint filed by Reliance Jio against the cartelization by its rivals Bharti Airtel, Vodafone India and Idea cellular. Google: The commission ordered an antitrust probe against Google for abusing its dominant position with Android to block market rivals. Agriculture Infrastructure Fund Part of: GS Prelims and GS -II - Policies and interventions In news: Some modifications were approved by the Union Cabinet in Central Sector Scheme of Financing Facility under ‘Agriculture Infrastructure Fund’. The modifications in the Scheme will help to achieve a multiplier effect in generating investments while ensuring that the benefits reach small and marginal farmers.   What is Agriculture Infrastructure Fund? It is a Central Sector Scheme under Union Ministry of Agriculture to inject formal credit into farm and farm-processing based activities. It is a part of the over Rs. 20 lakh crore stimulus package announced in response to the Covid-19 crisis. Aim: To provide medium - long term debt financing facility for investment in viable projects for post-harvest management Infrastructure and community farming assets. The funds will be provided for setting up of cold stores and chains, warehousing, silos, assaying, grading and packaging units, e-marketing points linked to e-trading platforms and ripening chambers, besides PPP projects for crop aggregation sponsored by central/state/local bodies. Duration: Financial Year 2020 to 2029. Target Beneficiaries:  Farmers, PACS, Marketing Cooperative Societies, FPOs, SHGs, Joint Liability Groups (JLG), Multipurpose Cooperative Societies, Agri-entrepreneurs, Startups, and Central/State agency or Local Body sponsored Public-Private Partnership Projects.  Features: Financial Support: Rs. 1 Lakh Crore will be provided by banks and financial institutions as loans to be provided for Agriculture Infrastructure projects. Interest Subvention: Loans will have interest subvention of 3% per annum up to a limit of Rs. 2 crore. This subvention will be available for a maximum period of seven years. CGTMSE Scheme: A credit guarantee coverage will be available for eligible borrowers from the scheme under Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE) scheme for a loan up to Rs. 2 crore. Management: The fund will be managed and monitored through an online Management Information System (MIS) platform. The National, State and District level monitoring committees will be set up to ensure real-time monitoring and effective feed-back. Madurai Malli Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Intellectual Property Rights In news: GI certified Madurai Malli and other flowers exported to USA & Dubai from Tamil Nadu. About Madurai Malli  It is the Jasmine flower, known for its strong and powerful, mysteriously attractive & seductive fragrance.  Because of its place of origin, it is known as Madurai Malli.  It is mainly cultivated in the district of Madurai and the neighboring places of Madurai like Theni, Sivaganga, Virudhunagar and Dindigul.   It was given GI recognition in 2013.  GI protection prevents producers of similar flowers in other regions from using the specific tag and helps growers in the specific region preserve their identity in the local and global market Madurai has emerged as a major market for the malligai grown in its neighbourhood, and has evolved into the ‘jasmine capital’ of India. What is Geographical Indication (GI)? It is a sign on products having a unique geographical origin and evolution over centuries with regard to its special quality or reputed attributes. It is a mark of authenticity and ensures that registered authorized users or at least those residing inside the geographic territory are allowed to use the popular product names. GI tag in India is governed by Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration & Protection) Act, 1999.  It is issued by the Geographical Indications Registry (Chennai). What are the Benefits of GI Tag? It provides legal protection to Indian Geographical Indications thus preventing unauthorized use of the registered GIs by others. It promotes economic prosperity of producers of goods produced in a geographical territory. It leads to recognition of the product in other countries thus boosting exports. ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat - Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ Part of: GS Prelims and GS -II - Policies and interventions In news: A webinar on ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat - Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ was organized by Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India. What is the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme? The initiative ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ was announced by Indian Prime Minister on 31st October 2015 on the occasion of the 140th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It is implemented under the overall guidance of Ministry of Education. The scheme was launched to celebrate the cultural vibrancy of India while establishing a strong mechanism to inculcate nationalism and cultural awareness among the citizens of our nation It aims to enhance interaction & promote mutual understanding between people of different states/UTs through the concept of state/UT pairing.  Under it rich culture, heritage, customs and traditions of paired states will be showcased in each other’s states This cultural exchange amongst states enables people to learn about the culture of different states and regions, promoting the spirit of national integration. Multiple initiatives have been taken up under the Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat program some of which are: Award-winning books and poetry, popular folk songs have been translated from one language to the language of the partner state Culinary events have been organised to learn culinary practices of partner states Homestay for visitors coming from partner states Rajya Darshan for Tourists Accepting the traditional attire of other states and Union Territories Exchange of information like traditional agricultural practices with partner states The scheme thus bolsters sentimental bonds among the people of different states and build the feeling of ‘One Nation’ among all the citizens of the country What is Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav? It is a series of events to be organised by the Government of India to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence. It will be celebrated as a Jan-Utsav in the spirit of Jan-Bhagidari. It is based on five pillars i.e. Freedom Struggle, Ideas at 75, Achievements at 75, Actions at 75 and Resolves at 75 as guiding force for moving forward keeping dreams and duties as inspiration. The Azadi Amrit Mahotsav means elixir of inspirations of the warriors of freedom struggle and also elixir of new ideas and pledges and nectar of Aatmanirbharta. Kappa and Lambda- Newest Sars-CoV-2 Variants Part of: GS Prelims and GS II - health In news Kappa and Lambda variants have been labelled as Variants of Interest (VoI) by WHO. This means that the genetic changes involved are predicted or known to affect transmissibility, disease severity, or immune escape. It is also an acknowledgement of the fact that the variant has caused significant community transmission in multiple countries and population groups What are the concerns for India? Kappa was first detected in India.  More than 3,500 of the close to 30,000 cumulative samples submitted by India to the GISAID initiative are of this variant. GISAID is a public platform started by the WHO in 2008 for countries to share genome sequences What is Lambda? Lambda is the newest VoI identified by the WHO. It was first identified in Peru in December 2020. It is the dominant variant in the South American country with 81% samples found to be carrying it. LV has at least seven significant mutations in the spike protein (the Delta variant has three) The LV has greater infectivity than the Alpha and Gamma variants (known to have originated in the UK and Brazil respectively). India has not yet reported any case of LV A study also reported decreased effectiveness of the Chinese Sinovac vaccine (Coronavac) against the Lambda variant. What is a Variant of Concern? A variant for which there is evidence of an increase in transmissibility, more severe disease (e.g., increased hospitalizations or deaths), significant reduction in neutralization by antibodies generated during previous infection or vaccination, reduced effectiveness of treatments or vaccines, or diagnostic detection failures. There are four – Alpha, Beta, Gamma and Delta – which have been designated as “variants of concern”, and are considered a bigger threat. These were all recently named after letters of the Greek alphabet to avoid linkage with the country of their origin that had been happening until then. ICDS Survey in Jharkhand Part of: GS Prelims and GS - II - Issues related to children In news: According to a recent survey, more than 55% did not receive Supplementary Nutrition under Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS) in Jharkhand even once in the first six months of 2021. Vulnerability of Jharkhand As per National Family Health Survey-4 data, every second child in the state is stunted and underweight and every third child is affected by stunting and every 10th child is affected from severe wasting and around 70% children are anemic. What is Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)? It is centrally sponsored scheme launched in 1975. Implemented by: Ministry of Women and Child Development.  It is an umbrella scheme under which Six Schemes operate Anganwadi Services Scheme: Programme for early childhood care and development. Beneficiaries: Children in the age group of 0-6 years, pregnant women and lactating mothers It provides a package of six services namely supplementary nutrition, pre-school non-formal education, nutrition & health education, immunization, health check-up and referral services. Supplementary Nutrition includes Take Home Ration (THR), Hot Cooked Meal and morning snacks Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana: It is a centrally sponsored conditional cash transfer  Rs.5,000/- is paid in three installments directly to the Bank/Post Office Account of Pregnant Women and Lactating Mother in DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) Mode upon fulfilling certain conditions National Creche Scheme: It provides day care facilities to children of age group of 6 months to 6 years of working women. The facilities are provided for seven and half hours a day for 26 days in a month. Children are provided with supplementary nutrition, early childcare education, and health and sleeping facilities. Scheme for Adolescent Girls: It aims at out of school girls in the age group 11-14, to empower and improve their social status through nutrition, life skills and home skills. The scheme has nutritional and non nutritional components which include nutrition; iron and folic acid supplementation; health check up and referral service; skill training; life skill education, home management etc,; counselling/ guidance on accessing public services. Child Protection Scheme: It aims to contribute to the improvement and well-being of children in difficult circumstances, as well as, reduction of vulnerabilities to situations and actions that lead to abuse, neglect, exploitation, abandonment and separation of children from parents. POSHAN Abhiyaan: It targets to reduce the level of stunting, under-nutrition, anemia and low birth weight babies by reducing mal-nutrition/undernutrition, anemia among young children as also, focus on adolescent girls, pregnant women and lactating mothers. What are the Objectives of ICDS? To improve the nutritional and health status of children in the age-group 0-6 years. To lay the foundation for proper psychological, physical and social development of the child. To reduce the incidence of mortality, morbidity, malnutrition and school dropout. To achieve effective coordination of policy and implementation amongst the various departments to promote child development. To enhance the capability of the mother to look after the normal health and nutritional needs of the child. To facilitate, educate and empower Adolescent Girls (AGs) so as to enable them to become self-reliant and aware citizens. (Mains Focus) GOVERNANCE/ SECURITY Topic: GS-2: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive; Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure GS-2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Tracking Fugitives Everywhere Context: The number of cases where coordinated efforts are made to pursue fugitives – domestically or internationally – are hardly documented.  If the number of Red Corner Notices issued are of any indication, only about 750 such criminals are wanted by Indian agencies. The number of Blue Corner Notices issued is about 300. Issues Lack of Domestic Tracking System: Theoretically there exists a system of tracking criminals worldwide – through Interpol Notices and the sharing of immigration databases of different countries – but there is no coordinated system or database for tracking criminals or wanted persons domestically. Criminals remain underground exploiting Indian Police system: In the absence of such domestic tracking system, it is relatively easy for criminals from one police station/jurisdiction to melt into the population in any other area, almost undetected. Way Ahead Nationwide Database: The creation of a nationwide database of wanted persons, which could be accessible for police agencies, the public and others (like passport and immigration authorities). The Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems and the National Intelligence Grid are efforts in the right direction, but more integration is desirable. National Notice System: A nation-wide system of ‘Wanted Persons Notices’, similar to Interpol Notices, is required, to help track fugitives domestically.  Dedicated Units: Countries like the U.S. have functional inter-State extradition and fugitive tracking systems; India needs to set up such dedicated ‘fugitive tracking units’. Greater Coordination: There needs to be enhanced integration between immigration agencies, State police agencies, Interpol-New Delhi, the External Affairs Ministry and Home Ministry and central investigation agencies. Intelligence agencies also need to pool in. Bilateral Agreements for Sharing Database: India can plug its loophole by sharing its ‘wanted’ database or providing access to it to foreign embassies on a reciprocal basis or through treaties or arrangements. All this will help detect possible plans of criminals to abscond abroad. Specialised set up for International Collaboration: The entire gamut of activities pertaining to fugitives, from investigation to extradition, needs to be incorporated into a specialised set-up with an Integrated International Cooperation Division (IICD) at the top.  The IICD should have linkages with proposed fugitive tracking units at the State level. This would ensure that requisite expertise and forward-and-backward linkages are created. Conclusion  Making systems watertight would deter criminals from hoodwinking the law. Connecting the dots: Prakash Singh Reforms  Police reforms and Custodial deaths Issues faced by Police HEALTH/ GOVERNANCE Topic: GS-2: India and its neighborhood- relations.  GS-2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests India Out campaign in Maldives Context: The Indian High Commission in the Maldives has sought government action and greater security following what it calls “recurring articles and social media posts attacking the dignity of the High Commission” and diplomats posted in the country.  ‘India Out’ campaign in Maldives had started sometime last year as on-ground protests in the Maldives and later widely spread across social media platforms under the same hashtag. It is not related to people-to-people conflict (Indian diaspora) but is discontent on close relationship between Maldivian government & India. What factors have led to such anti-India sentiments in Maldives? 1. Domestic Politics  The anti-India sentiment didn’t just sprout overnight last year, but is nearly a decade old and can be traced back to when Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom became president in 2013.  He used anti-India sentiments for his political mobilization and started tilting China. India-Maldives relations deteriorated during Yameen’s rule from 2013-18. Ibrahim Mohamed Solih who became President in 2018 has restored Maldives close ties with India. 2. Controversy over India’s helicopter gift Two Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopters (ALF) that were given by India to the Maldives in 2010 and in 2015,  Both of these were used for ocean search-and-rescue operations, maritime weather surveillance and for airlifting patients between islands. Yameen’s party PPM tried to portray that by gifting these helicopters, India was creating military presence in the country because they were military choppers.  This twisting of situation by political party further whipped up anti-India sentiments as Madives Citizens considered it as affront to their Sovereignty. However, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih after he assumed office in 2018 extended the stay and use of these choppers in the country.  3.Opaqueness in India-Maldives relationship A recurring complaint in Social Media is the lack of transparency in agreements being signed between the Ibrahim Solih government and India. Most of the ‘India Out’ campaign wouldn’t have arisen had these bilateral agreements been publicly discussed in the Maldives Parliament.  But the ruling government and the defence ministry saying that these agreements are confidential has further led to suspicions fuelling India Out Campaign 4. Perception of interference in Domestic Affairs India being a big neighbour, there are unsubstantiated perceptions & allegations on Indian Diplomats stationed in Maldives interfering in Domestic affairs.  Such misinformation is also one of the factor for anti-India campaigns Conclusion The mobilising of ordinary citizens through the ‘India Out’ campaign doesn’t bode well for India. So India has to work on perception management in the Maldives and need to earn the good will of the people. Connecting the dots: India’s Strategic Comfort with Maldives Recent agreements signed between India and Maldives   (TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE) Model questions: (You can now post your answers in comment section) Note: Correct answers of today’s questions will be provided in next day’s DNA section. Kindly refer to it and update your answers. Comments Up-voted by IASbaba are also the “correct answers”. Q.1 Consider the following statements regarding Competition Commission of India (CCI)  It is a statutory body established by Law of  Parliament The chairperson and other members are appointed by the President of India Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2 Consider the following statements regarding Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS) It is implemented by Ministry of Health.  It was launched in 2001. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme was announced on the 140th birth anniversary of which of the following Freedom fighter? Mahatma Gandhi Jawaharlal Nehru Maulana Abul kalam Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel ANSWERS FOR 9th July 2021 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 D 2 C 3 A Must Read On death of Father Stan Swamy arrested on UAPA charges: The Hindu On Sustained Economic Recovery: Hindustan Times On Collegium System: Indian Express

[Day 40]: UPSC PRELIMS 2021- Rapid Revision (RaRe) Series

Highlights/Features of Rapid Revision (RaRe) Series:  It is a FREE initiative! Program Duration - 120 Days (31st May, 2021 to 27th September, 2021). 1. Dedicated Portal for Focused Preparation There will be a separate dedicated portal to help you stay focused and keep your preparation streamlined for the next 120 Days. The Registration link for the dedicated portal is given at the end of the post. 2. 120 Days Integrated (Prelims + Mains) Time Table This year’s RaRe Series will include Integrated Revision Plan (IRP) where we will be syncing your mains and prelims syllabus together over next 120 Days. The Revision Plan is designed by integrating IASbaba's famous flagship initiatives - 60 Day Plan and TLP Mains Answer Writing. 3. Daily RaRe Series (RRS) Videos on High Probable Topics (Monday - Friday) In video discussions, special focus is given to topics which have high probability to appear in UPSC Prelims Question Paper. Each session will be of 20 mins to 30 mins, which would cover rapid revision of 10 high probable topics (both static and current affairs) important for Prelims Exam this year according to the schedule. 4. Daily Prelims MCQs from Static (Monday - Friday) Daily Static Quiz will cover all the topics of static subjects – Polity, History, Geography, Economics, Environment and Science and technology. 10 questions will be posted daily and these questions are framed from the topics mentioned in the schedule and in the RaRe videos. It will ensure timely and streamlined revision of your static subjects. Note: Should be integrated with the 60 Days Plan 2021. This will expose you to diverse questions from the same topics. 5. Daily Current Affairs MCQs (Monday - Saturday) Daily 5 Current Affairs questions, based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, would be published from Monday to Saturday. Note: Current Affairs questions covered in the 60 Days Plan and Daily Quiz Monthly Compilations should be covered retrospectively. 6. Daily CSAT Quiz (Monday - Friday) CSAT has been an achilles heel for many aspirants. Daily 5 CSAT Questions will be published. 7. Daily Mains Answer Writing (Monday - Friday) GS Mains will be covered along with Prelims in an integrated manner. Daily three Mains questions will be covered syllabus-wise according to the topics mentioned in the schedule. In total, it covers 250+ Mains Questions along with synopsis. 8. Brainstorming on Ethics & Essay (BEE) (Saturday & Sunday) Each week, Sunil Oberoi Sir (Retd. IAS) will take 3 sessions, two for Essay and one for Ethics. The two sessions earmarked for Essay will have a topic-based discussion where he will discuss the approach to write issue-based and philosophical essays. The topics will be picked from previous year question papers of UPSC and TLP initiative of IASbaba. 9. Full Mocks 3 GS Paper 1 Full Mocks will be provided along the lines of UPSC Prelims. 3 CSAT Paper 2 Full Mocks will be provided so that you are not overwhelmed during the D-Day. 10. Rapid Revision (RaRe) Notes Right material plays important role in clearing the exam and Rapid Revision (RaRe) Notes will have Prelims specific subject-wise refined notes. The main objective is to help students revise most important topics and that too within a very short limited time frame. Day-40 of RaRe Series - Click here To Register - Click here For complete details of the RaRe Series -  Click here

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PM's Visit to Bangladesh - All India Radio (AIR) IAS UPSC

ARCHIVES Search 29th March, 2021 Spotlight here: http://www.newsonair.com/Main_Audio_Bulletins_Search.aspx TOPIC: General Studies 2 India and its neighbourhood In News: PM Modi’s first foreign visit after the COVID-19 pandemic to Bangladesh is a reiteration of his government’s focus on the neighbourhood. As Bangladesh celebrates two momentous events — 50 years of its independence, and the centenary of Bangabandhu — PM Modi’s visit to Dhaka, assumes great significance. The visit is not just an acknowledgement of the sacrifices made by the people in both countries to gain freedom, but also a commitment to advance the visionary worldview of Bangabandhu. India and Bangladesh have historically enjoyed a good relationship. Bangladesh was formerly East Pakistan. It became a part of Pakistan when the Britain divided the subcontinent into a Hindu-majority India and a Muslim-majority Pakistan in 1947. But in 1971, Bangladesh fought for its independence from Pakistan and with the help of Indian military intervention, it became a separate country. Underlining theme and significance of the visit Analysing the relationship between the two countries in the light of the boundary accord and the spirit of cooperation and collaboration clearly highlights that India’s attitude towards Bangladesh does not stop at respect and friendship for its eastern neighbour, but also touches on other crucial aspects such as better connectivity, energy, cross-border trade, health and education. Bangladesh was among the first countries to receive Indian COVID-19 vaccines under the “Vaccine Maitri” mission. Connectivity is the core principle of PM Modi’s outreach to Bangladesh. It will energise people-to-people contact. India restored four out of the six pre-1965 cross-border rail links with Bangladesh and the remaining two shall be completed soon. The development of three other rail links is also on the anvil. The two countries are planning to double air connectivity to 120 flights a week, which has, unfortunately, been delayed due to the complications arising out of the pandemic. India and Bangladesh are also working on shared waterways for promoting trade and transport, which has seen India assisting in the dredging and deepening of over 450 km of riverways in Bangladesh. Cooperation in the power & energy sectors: The countries are also cooperating in the power and energy sectors. India is focusing on enhancing investments and creating capacity as well as infrastructure for strengthening sub-regional cooperation in power and energy connectivity. Such an effort will also help in optimum utilisation of resources in the two nations and boost trade and travel. The agreements in the oil and gas sector, road transport, medical and education, port development, space programme, artificial intelligence, civil nuclear cooperation are going to add new dimensions to the Indo-Bangla ties. Boosting Regional cooperation: PM Modi’s efforts are focused on encouraging and facilitating travel between the neighbours which will not only boost business and commerce, but will also have a spillover effect on education, medical treatment and tourism. The active collaboration and cooperation between India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan under the BBIN Group is yet another initiative of PM Modi in boosting regional cooperation. Cross-border connectivity and economic linkages will play a crucial role as the world, along with India and Bangladesh, comes together to chart out a roadmap to deal with the death and devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. MoUs Signed recently India and Bangladesh recently signed 5 MoUs in the fields of Disaster Management, trade, NCC, ICT and setting up of sports facilities recently.  Foundation stone was laid for infrastructure development for power evacuation facilities from the Rooppur Nuclear power plant. The Bangladesh leg of the Banagabandhu-Bapu Digital Exhibition was inaugurated by the two Prime Ministers. It will be taken to other parts of the world including the UN. Both the leaders also unveiled the foundation stone for the construction of a memorial at Ashuganj honoring the martyrs of Indian armed forces in the 1971 Liberation War of Bangladesh. India gifted 109 life support ambulances to Bangladesh and also 1.2 million doses of the Covishield vaccine. Three border haats were also opened along the India-Bangladesh border. A direct passenger train named ‘Mitali Express’ will run between Dhaka and New Jalpaiguri. Indian Prime Minister invited 50 young entrepreneurs from Bangladesh to connect with India’s start up ecosystem 1000 Subarno Jayanti Scholarships were announced for the Bangladeshi students to study in India at the Undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A Bangabandhu Chair will be established at Delhi University to facilitate Bangladesh studies. Both countries agreed to start a new area of cooperation in the Civil nuclear and space sectors. Following places were visited by Indian Prime Minister on his Bangladesh visit: Birthplace of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Tungipara.  Jeshoreshwari temple in Satkhira.  Harimandir in Orakandi and addressed the representatives of the Matua community. The Protest and Violence that followed A group of Muslim worshippers held a protest on 26 March after Friday prayers at a mosque in the city. Soon, clashes erupted and police used tear gas and batons to disperse the crowd. Protests then spread to other parts of the country and a hardline Islamist group, Hefazat-e-Islam, called for a nationwide shut down on 28 March to protest the attacks on those who held rallies against Mr Modi's visit. Dhaka and the eastern district of Brahmanbaria witnessed some of the worst violence. Buses, a train, a Hindu temple and several properties were damaged. The protests were led by Islamists, students of madrassas (religious schools) and left-wing groups opposed to Mr Modi's visit to Bangladesh. They accused him of pursuing anti-Muslim policies. But why? Recent Elections & NRC:  In recent election campaigns in the border states of West Bengal and Assam, Mr Modi and other senior BJP leaders have often raised the issue of alleged unauthorised immigration from Bangladesh. Bangladeshi officials have denied the accusation. In a 2019 election rally, Home Minister Amit Shah described illegal immigrants as "termites", adding that the BJP government would "pick up infiltrators one by one and throw them into the Bay of Bengal". Mr Shah's comments drew sharp criticism from rights groups and triggered anger in Bangladesh too. But the repeated references to unauthorised Muslim immigrants from Bangladesh, especially during polarising election campaigns, have caused resentment in Dhaka. Ms Hasina's government, which is seen as pro-India by the opposition, is facing domestic pressure. In 2019, Mr Modi's government passed a contentious citizenship law that would give asylum to religious minorities fleeing persecution from Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh. By definition, that does not include Muslims.The Citizenship Amendment Act was seen as anti-Muslim and it drew widespread criticism from India's opposition parties and rights groups. Ms Hasina went on the defensive and denied that minorities were fleeing Bangladesh due to religious persecution. Hindus constitute around 8% of Bangladesh's population of more than 160 million. At one point Bangladesh even cancelled a few high-profile ministerial visits to India following domestic criticism of the citizenship law and a proposed National Register of Citizens (NRC). The final NRC in Assam has left out nearly two million, including Hindus and Muslims, who ostensibly lacked sufficient documentation to prove that they were not unauthorised immigrants from Bangladesh. Hindu hardliners want the Muslims who have not made it to the list to be deported to Bangladesh. Border Issues: Another thorn in the bilateral relationship is the killing of Bangladeshi civilians along the border by Indian security forces. Rights groups allege that more than 300 people have been killed since 2011 and the shootings have triggered widespread anger in Bangladesh.Indian officials say most of those killed are smugglers from criminal gangs. But Bangladesh maintains that many of the victims were civilians. Activists point out that despite repeated assurances from Delhi, the killings have not stopped. Connecting the dots: India-Bangladesh shares a healthy relationship which encourages competition as well as complimentary behaviour. Analyse. Issues related to water resources between India and Bangadesh.

SYNOPSIS [8th JULY,2021] Day 129: IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 1): UPSC Mains Answer Writing (General Studies)

For Previous TLP (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE   SYNOPSIS [8th JULY,2021] Day 129: IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 1): UPSC Mains Answer Writing (General Studies)   Q1. What is deficit financing? Is deficit financing always bad? Critically examine. Approach  Define what is meant by deficit financing.Mention in next part in brief about bad effects of deficit financing and focus on explaining how deficit financing is not always bad. Introduction Deficit financing means generating funds to finance the deficit which results from excess of expenditure over revenue. The gap being covered by borrowing from the public by the sale of bonds or by printing new money. The recent impact of COVID-19 pandemic has led to widening of fiscal deficit which will be required to be filled by either printing money or borrowing.India prefers borrowing over printing due to ill effects of printed money. Body Positives of deficit financing  There has been a huge expansion in governmental activities. It has forced governments to mobilize resources from different sources. As a source of finance, tax-revenue is highly inelastic in poor countries. Also, governments in these countries are under political compulsion not to impose newer taxes. If they do so they may lose political support of the electorate. Additionally, public borrowing is also insufficient to meet the expenses of the state. In this scenario, deficit financing does not give any trouble either to the taxpayers or to the lenders who lend their surplus money to the government.  In India, deficit financing is associated with the creation of additional money by borrowing from the Reserve Bank of India. Interest payments to the RBI against this borrowing come back to the Government of India in the form of profit. Thus, this borrowing or printing of new currency is virtually a cost-free method. In sharp contrast to this, borrowing involves payment of interest cost to the lenders. Financial resources that a government can mobilise through deficit financing are certain and the exact figures are known before. The financial strength of the government is determinable if deficit financing is made.         Deficit financing is an inflationary method of financing. However, the rise in prices must be a short run phenomenon. In any case, a mild dose of inflation is necessary for economic development. If inflation is kept within a reasonable limit, deficit financing ends up promoting economic development. Consequently, it neutralizes the disadvantages of price rise. Deficit financing has certain multiplier effects on the economy. This method encourages the government to utilize unemployed and underemployed resources. This results in more incomes and actually ends up promoting employment in the economy. Disadvantages of deficit financing  It is actually a self-defeating method of financing. This is so because it always leads to an inflationary rise in prices and proves to be a vicious cycle as some countries go for persistent deficit financing. Deficit financing-induced inflation helps to produce classes and businessmen to flourish. However, fixed-income earners suffer very much during inflation. This increases the gap between the two classes. Consequently, income inequality increases. Another significant negative fallout of deficit financing is that it creates significant distortion in investment pattern. Actually, the investors have a higher profit motive. So, they tend to invest their resources in quick profit-yielding industries. However, investment in such industries is not beneficial in the interest of a country’s long-term economic development. Deficit financing may not produce beneficial results in the creation of employment opportunities. Generally, additional employment opportunities are not created in poor resource-deficient countries. This happens because these countries lack raw materials and types of machinery even if adequate finance is made available via the instrumentality of deficit financing. Under inflationary conditions, the value of money goes down. In this scenario, the purchasing power of money declines. Consequently, a country experiences a flight of capital abroad for safe returns. This leads to a scarcity of capital. This deficit financing method causes a larger volume of the deficit in a country’s balance of payments scenario. This happens because after an inflationary rise in prices there is a decline in exports while import bill keeps on rising. In this scenario, resources get transferred from export industries to import- competing industries. Conclusion Despite the perils associated with deficit financing, it is quite inevitable that the governments in poor and developing countries will employ this method of financing. It is a necessary evil. It is almost like a double-edged sword. Its success is actually premised upon the way in which it is used. It can be very successful if robust anti-inflationary measures are employed to combat inflation. The key challenge lies in keeping the inflation within a reasonable limit.This has been witnessed by all the countries after the Covid-19 impact and its longterm effect of current policies will be visible in future. 2. In the present economic situation of the country, do you think it is feasible to adhere to the fiscal deficit target of 3%. Critically Examine. Approach  Define what is fiscal deficit and mention the cures fiscal deficit of India.In next part address both the need of targeted fiscal deficit approach and how in crises situation such as pandemic this is not a prudent approach. Introduction Fiscal deficit for 2020-21 was at 9.3 per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP), lower than 9.5 per cent estimated by the Finance Ministry in the revised Budget estimates, according to the CGA data. In absolute terms, the fiscal deficit works out to be Rs 18,21,461 crore.This data clearly shows on how the 3 percent fiscal deficit target cannot be adhered to in times of pandemic led disruption and also in normal times there needs to be some flexibility as per the situation and context. Body A government that abides by the FRBM rules enjoys greater credibility among the rating agencies and market participants – both national and international.As the years have rolled by, fiscal deficit has become a key factor to watch out for in every Budget presentation. It is considered the most important marker of a government’s financial health. The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, which was initiated in 2003which lays target of 3% fiscal deficit has been tweaked several times since then, lays down the red lines for all types of government deficits including fiscal deficit. A government that abides by the FRBM rules enjoys greater credibility among the rating agencies and market participants – both national and international. Fiscal prudence is necessary for balanced growth  A targeted fiscal deficit leads to prudence in economic expenditure.This helps to keep balance sheet of any country in check and avoiding the necessary risks of over spending out of its limit. It leads to policies which have economic and rational basis rather than which have vote bank or moral hazards such a repeated farm loan waivers. A high and uncontrolled fiscal deficit was the reason for India’s balance of payment crises.Therefore a gradual reduction and targeted approach after 2004 have led to increase in forex reserves . It increases India’s credibility in global market and leads to better investment by foreign investors.Also fiscal deficit leads to crowding out effect which hampers new investors. It have positive effect on sovereign ratings of any country which is important to get better loans both for public and privately purposes. It checks inflation which reduces the income in hand of people and especially hurts the poor and savings and investment in a economy. Overall a sustainable fiscal deficit leads to stable growth rate and checks inflation in the economy which is necessary even in times of crises. Reasons to do away with the 3% fiscal deficit target. In past the 3% fiscal deficit target has not been adhered even normal times and therefore it doesn’t make any rationale to stick to this in crises times.This is also supported by FRBM act itself which gives this flexibility. The government is sole investor in such crises period and therefore when private investors will shy away from investing in crises situation the government and its PSU can take a lead even at the expense of fiscal targets. Millions of people have lost job and India’s job crises was already acute.Therefore to support this segment financially it is necessary to grant them benefits under MGNREGA and other initiatives to sustain healthier livelihood. Social security measures such as food grain, shelters for migrants , compensation and rehabilitation of orphans need resources and therefore the fiscal target will be breached. The health sector which has been at receiving end of the pandemic needs huge investment to ward of any future wave of corona virus and also to cater to longterm effects of covid.Therefore government have increased investment in oxygen plants, testing facilities and ICU infrastructure. The vaccination policy and vaccination of overall population is necessary for bringing economy back on track.Indian government has already kept aside 35000 crore in budget and will possibly require equal amount for vaccination of all. The government has announced a Atmanirbhar Bharat package which is @0 percent of GDP.This alone will breach the 3% target.This package is essential to revive msme sectors and manufacturing. Conclusion India’s FRBM act which has set predetermined targets is also flexible as per the needs of the economy.In crises situation it has an escape clause which have been used in 2008 subprime crises and also in 2020 corona pandemic .But it has also been breached in normal times which points towards deeper issues with the overall fiscal targeting mechanism.This needs to be overhauled once the nation passes the corona test successfully for longterm sustainability of the economy and prosperity of the nation.But for now the 3% target can be ignored to focus on more pressing issues at hand. 3. Engaging in talks with Pakistan and Taliban is a strategic imperative for India. Do you agree? Critically comment. Approach  In introduction focus on writing what have been recent approach of India towards Taliban and Pakistan.In next part mention why is it a strategic imperative to engage with both.In next part mention the risks involved in such engagement.In conclusion summarise the premise with positive outlook for India. Introduction  Indian security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and the Eastern border along the China has be precarious in recent times.This is exacerbated by the withdrawal of US and NATO forces from Afghanistan which has had security fallout for India in 1990’s when there was a similar move by US.Therefore to overcome these scenarios it has become strategic imperative for India to engage with Taliban and Pakistan for regional security and longterm diplomatic relationship. Body  India has also been talking to the Taliban, which it long derided as surrogates for the Pakistani army, reflecting the increasing likelihood that the mullahs will reclaim power in Kabul following the withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan in September. Furthermore, India has kept two of its consulates in Afghanistan closed since last year, a long-standing Pakistani demand that it had resisted for two decades.Both these recent stands shows India’s change in foreign policy of both to not engage with Taliban and to talk with Pakistan even when the terror operations are pretty much intact.  Reasons for talking to Taliban and Pakistan :A strategic imperative  Taliban talks and its importance  The development highlights the transition from a nonexistent relationship to the onset of a diplomatic engagement, underscoring New Delhi’s acknowledgment of the Taliban as a critical component of future Afghanistan.  India’s willingness to engage largely stems from the concern about a potential upswing in anti-India militant groups in Afghanistan, including the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), and al-Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), particularly with the Taliban’s increasing territorial dominance.  The security threat is highly pertinent given the deep-rooted historic ties of the aforementioned militant outfits with the Afghan Taliban, as well as the association of certain factions with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). After all, the Taliban-supported 1999 Kandahar hijacking served as a watershed in India’s history of terrorism.  Developments in Afghanistan are happening alongside persistent domestic resentment in Kashmir over the revocation of the region’s special status, granted under the Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, in August 2019. An AQIS communication in March 2020, calling for the group to strengthen its position in the India-administered Jammu and Kashmir region, corroborated New Delhi’s apprehensions.  Taliban talks are efforts to regulate Islamabad’s influence in the process. Additionally, with China in the picture, the regional race for influence in Afghanistan is unlikely to alleviate in the near future.  India’s reported billion-dollar investments in Afghan developmental projects further dictates New Delhi’s interests.  The engagement points to the Taliban’s efforts to gain international relevance and posture itself as a legitimate political entity by engaging with the regional players. Pakistan talks and its importance  India has been locked in a border stand-off with China since last year and does not want the military stretched on the Pakistan front. The revocation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir have not made matters still conducive for local prosperity and further with Pakistan based militants engaging in consanguinity indoctrination it comes much harder to attain local peaceful.Thus the talks with Pakistan to stabilise the situation is a priority for the government. The withdrawal from Afghanistan of the Western forces which might lead to percolation of anti-India terrorist in Kashmir via Pakistan can be stopped by cordial relations with Pakistan. The talks with Pakistan is also essential to reduce the terror camps, stick to ceasefire for peace and prosperity of people on the border region of Jammu and Kashmir. Apprehension with Talks with Taliban and Pakistan New Delhi’s trust deficit is unlikely to be mitigated, considering the Taliban have played host to vast anti-India militant outfits in the past. India’s inevitable skepticism is further a product of the enduring anti-India position of the Haqqani Network, an autonomous branch of the Taliban with a deep affiliation to Pakistan’s security elements.  The Taliban could go back on its promises and, with a nudge from Pakistan, target Indian interests.  The Taliban interlocutors India is engaging with (the same figures the US is talking to, such as Mullah Baradar) could be sidelined, or worse, replaced by pro-Pakistan hardliners such as the Haqqanis. This is a considerable risk.  Taliban factions on the ground have not broken ties with the al-Qaeda and the Lashkar-e-Taiba. Notably, they are also sheltering anti-Pakistan Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan elements as an insurance. In this context, the closure of India’s Jalalabad and Herat consulates due to persistent threats offers good reason for scepticism.  Outreach to the Taliban could expedite Kabul’s fall, and complicate India’s relations with existing allies. This argument has been potent enough to prevent an India-Taliban channel to develop at various moments since 2010, when the idea of talking to the Taliban became internationally acceptable. Pakistan have been using state sponsored terror as a strategic policy to target India ans therefore it may not be changing this policy drastically anytime soon. Pakistan has always been fraught pf Indian engagement with Afghanistan and it would want to eliminate India from Afghanistan scene once the forces leave. China is closest ally of Pakistan and Indian recent overtures may be short-lived. Conclusion  The India-Taliban engagement is still at a very early stage, and both sides are expected to be wary of each other’s moves and motives. Concurrently, observers from Kabul and Islamabad are expected to closely monitor any progress, with Pakistan already exhibiting its discomfort over the developments. In the coming term, India should further widen its engagement with other regional nations including Russia and Iran, and explore possibilities of cooperation to avoid alienation in Afghanistan’s future.   TLP Synopsis Day 129 PDF

Daily Prelims CA Quiz

UPSC Quiz – 2021 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 9th JULY 2021

For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative. Gear up and Make the Best Use of this initiative. Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” Important Note: Don't forget to post your marks in the comment section. Also, let us know if you enjoyed today's test :) After completing the 5 questions, click on 'View Questions' to check your score, time taken, and solutions. To take the Test - Click Here

IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 1): UPSC Mains Answer Writing – General Studies Paper 3 Questions [9th JULY,2021] – Day 130

For Previous TLP (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE Hello Friends, Welcome to IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 1): UPSC Mains Answer Writing – General Studies Paper 3 Questions [9th JULY,2021] – Day 130 TLP (Phase 1) just got over on 8th May (Saturday) and we are extremely thankful for your active participation to make this program a success. Well, though TLP (Phase 1) got over, ‘Picture abhi baaqi hai mere dost’. There is a surprise for you. Since prelims is bound to get delayed once again this year, its not wise to leave the writing practice just now. Hence, we are extending the TLP program  We will be posting 3 questions per day (Monday to Friday). The questions will be based on Current Affairs, so that you don’t have to invest your time separately on exclusively mains oriented topics. So, keep practicing and keep improving. To Know More about TLP  -> CLICK HERE For Previous TLP (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE Note: Click on Each Question (Link), it will open in a new tab and then Answer respective questions! 1. What are the components of the scheme for Human Resource Development (HRD) in the food processing industry? Why is the scheme important? How does the scheme operate? (10 Marks) खाद्य प्रसंस्करण उद्योग में मानव संसाधन विकास (एचआरडी) योजना के घटक क्या हैं? क्यों महत्वपूर्ण है योजना? योजना कैसे संचालित होती है? 2. What are the major challenges associated with post-harvest management, value addition and cost effectiveness with respect to farming in India? Examine (10 Marks) भारत में खेती के संबंध में फसलोत्तर प्रबंधन, मूल्यवर्धन और लागत प्रभावशीलता से जुड़ी प्रमुख चुनौतियां क्या हैं? जांच करें। 3. How significant is the issue of mental health in a world affected by the COVID pandemic? What should be the immediate priorities in this direction? Discuss. (15 Marks) COVID महामारी से प्रभावित दुनिया में मानसिक स्वास्थ्य का मुद्दा कितना महत्वपूर्ण है? इस दिशा में तत्काल प्राथमिकताएं क्या होनी चाहिए? चर्चा करें। AWARE ( Answer Writing REdefined) Series - 7 Steps to Master Answer Writing Skills by Mohan Sir - CLICK HERE P.S: The review from IASbaba will happen from the time the question is posted till 10 pm every day. We would also encourage peer reviews. So friends get actively involved and start reviewing each other's answers. This will keep the entire community motivated. All the Best :)

[COMPILATION] IASbaba’s Rapid Revision (RaRe) Series - IAS Prelims Test Series 2021 - Day (1-14) Subject Wise Compilation!

Hello friends, If you ask any topper about their secret of success, you’ll find one common answer. And that is – Revision. Revision is key to success as if you have not revised the topics, you won’t be able recall them in the exam and there will be a very high probability of getting confused and marking an incorrect answer. To assist all of you in Revision, we are providing you with the Compilation of the first 15 days of the Rapid Revision (RaRe) Series. Make the best use of them. All the best! Note : The Hindi Compilation will be shared soon   Day (1-14) of RaRe Series Compilation - Click here To Register - Click here For complete details of the RaRe Series -  Click here

WEEKEND WITH BABA

[WEEKEND WITH BABA] Eighth Live Session – Integrated Learning Program (ILP) – 2022 (हिंदी) by Wafi Rizvi Sir on 10th July (Saturday)

Dear Students Thank you for a great response to the 'Weekend With Baba' Sessions over the last few weeks. For this week we are conducting a Live Zoom Session on Integrated Learning Program (ILP) 2022 in हिंदी. Details Regarding the Eighth Live Session The session on इंटीग्रेटेड लर्निंग प्रोग्राम (ILP) - 2022 will be taken by Wafi Rizvi sir on 10th July (Saturday) from 5 PM - 6 PM. Zoom Session Details  Topic: Weekend with Baba - Session 8 - इंटीग्रेटेड लर्निंग प्रोग्राम (ILP) - 2022 Time: Jul 10, 2021 05:00 PM Join Zoom Meeting - https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83200184689?pwd=VjNaaTFoa3FmSzNkM2w5eWJJTnhqQT09 Meeting ID: 832 0018 4689 Passcode: 269860 Note The Zoom link will be active only on the scheduled time and date. Students will be allowed to participate in the session on a 'first come first serve' basis. To Watch Previous 'Weekend With Baba' Sessions - CLICK HERE INTEGRATED LEARNING PROGRAM (ILP) 2022 - CLICK HERE इंटीग्रेटेड लर्निंग प्रोग्राम (ILP) - 2022 - CLICK HERE You can start sharing your questions/queries/doubts with #ASKBABA (related to ILP 2022  inहिंदी) in disqus comment box below and Upvoting can follow. Remember maximum upvotes will be given priority. Feel free to share your queries because many of the questions that you are having, will be the same as other candidates. Your questions might help others in clarifying their doubts. Waiting to talk to you soon! To get Regular Updates from IASbaba, follow- TELEGRAM Channel – CLICK HERE YOUTUBE  –  CLICK HERE FACEBOOK  – CLICK HERE