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

Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Srinagar chosen as creative city by UNESCO Part of: Prelims and GS I - Culture Context The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has picked Srinagar among 49 cities as part of the creative city network under the Crafts and Folk Arts category. Key takeaways  The inclusion is likely to pave way for the city to represent its handicrafts on the global stage through UNESCO.  The UCC network involves folk art, media, film, literature, design, gastronomy and media arts. Only Jaipur (Crafts and Folk Arts) in 2015, Varanasi and Chennai (Creative city of Music) in 2015 and 2017 respectively have so far been recognised as members of the UCCN for creative cities. About UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) The UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) was created in 2004 to promote cooperation with and among cities that have identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development.  The 246 cities which currently make up this network work together towards a common objective: placing creativity and cultural industries at the heart of their development plans at the local level and cooperating actively at the international level. Zika virus Part of: Prelims and GS-II - Health  Context With a rise in the number of Zika virus cases in Uttar Pradesh, doctors have advised that people should avoid all non-essential travel to areas reporting cases. Delhi also has been placed on alert. Key takeaways  The Union Health Ministry has also advised people to control/prevent mosquito breeding. Based on the available information of previous outbreaks, severe forms of disease requiring hospitalisation are uncommon and fatalities are rare. The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) had said earlier that non-essential travel to the affected areas and countries should be deferred/cancelled  Also, Persons with comorbid conditions (diabetes, hypertension, chronic respiratory illness, immune disorders etc) should seek advice from the nearest health facility, prior to travel to an affected country. What is Zika virus?  Zika virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that was first identified in Uganda in 1947 in monkeys.  It was later identified in humans in 1952 in Uganda and the United Republic of Tanzania. ZVD is caused by a virus transmitted primarily by Aedes mosquitoes (AM), mainly Aedes aegypti. This is the same mosquito that transmits dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever. Transmission: From mother to fetus during pregnancy, through sexual contact, transfusion of blood and blood products, and organ transplantation. Symptoms: Fever, rash, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain, malaise or headache.  According to WHO, a majority of those infected with Zika virus disease either remain asymptomatic (up to 80%) or show mild symptoms Zika virus infection during pregnancy can cause infants to be born with microcephaly (smaller than normal head size) and other congenital malformations, known as congenital Zika syndrome. Treatment: There is no vaccine or medicine for Zika.  The focus is on relieving symptoms and includes rest, rehydration and acetaminophen for fever and pain. FPI and InvITs Part of: Prelims and GS-III - Economy Context The Reserve Bank on Monday said FPIs had been permitted to invest in debt securities issued by Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). Key takeaways  Necessary amendments to Foreign Exchange Management (Debt Instruments) Regulations, 2019, had been notified in October so that debt financing of InvITs and REITs by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) could be enabled. “FPIs can acquire debt securities issued by InvITs and REITs under the Medium-Term Framework (MTF) or the Voluntary Retention Route (VRR) Such investments shall be reckoned within the limits and shall be subject to the terms and conditions for investments by FPIs in debt securities under the respective regulations. About Foreign Portfolio Investment Foreign portfolio investment (FPI) consists of securities and other financial assets passively held by foreign investors.  It does not provide the investor with direct ownership of financial assets  Examples: Stocks, bonds, mutual funds, exchange traded funds, American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs). FPI and FDI are both important sources of funding for most economies. FPI is part of a country’s capital account and is shown on its Balance of Payments (BOP). FPI is more liquid and less risky than FDI. What are Infrastructure Investment Trusts? InvITs are instruments that work like mutual funds.  They are designed to pool small sums of money from a number of investors to invest in assets that give cash flow over a period of time. Part of this cash flow would be distributed as dividend back to investors. InvITs are listed on exchanges just like stocks — through IPOs. The InvITs listed on the stock exchange are IRB InvIT Fund and India Grid Trust. InvITs are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are similar to InvITs but they are present only in Real estate sector. Extinction Risk for leopards in North India Part of: Prelims and GS-III - Conservation Context An international study was conducted that quantifies the threat posed by roads to the survival of animal populations around the world. Key findings related to India The leopard faces an 83% increased risk of extinction in North India due to roadkill. The leopard population of North India is at highest risk among four animal populations identified as being the most vulnerable to extinction in the next 50 years if observed roadkill levels persist. Leopard is followed by the maned wolf and the little spotted cat, both of Brazil, and the brown hyena of southern Africa. At an 83% increased risk, the study estimates the time to the North Indian leopard population’s extinction at 33 years. About Leopard Scientific Name- Panthera pardus. Listed in Schedule I of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Included in Appendix I of CITES. Listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Nine subspecies of the leopard have been recognized, and they are distributed across Africa and Asia. Adi Shankaracharya Part of: Prelims and GS I - Culture Context A 12-foot statue of Adi Shankaracharya has been unveiled at Kedarnath, where the acharya is believed to have attained samadhi at the age of 32 in the ninth century. About Adi Shankaracharya Born in Kaladi village on the bank of the Periyar, the largest river in Kerala He was a disciple of the scholar Govindacharya. He was constantly on the move — bearing the flag of Advaita Vedanta, challenging prevailing philosophical traditions including Buddhism and Jainism. He is believed to have established the ritual practices at the Badri and Kedar dhams. Adi Shankara is generally identified as the author of 116 works — among them the celebrated commentaries (bhashyas) on 10 Upanishads, the Brahmasutra and the Gita, and poetic works including Vivekachudamani, Maneesha Panchakam, and Saundaryalahiri. He also composed texts like Shankarasmrithi, which seeks to establish the social supremacy of Nambuthiri Brahmins. What is Advaita Vedanta? Advaita Vedanta articulates a philosophical position of radical nondualism, a revisionary worldview which it derives from the ancient Upanishadic texts. According to Advaita Vedantins, the Upanishads reveal a fundamental principle of nonduality termed ‘brahman’, which is the reality of all things. (News from PIB) Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules 2011 Part of: Prelims and Mains GS-II: Government policies In News: To safeguard interest of consumers, the Department of Consumer Affairs under Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has omitted the Rule 5 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities), Rules 2011 defining the Schedule II prescribing the pack sizes of various types of commodities.  A new provision has been introduced to indicate the unit sale price on pre packed commodities, which will allow easier comparison of the prices of the commodities at the time of purchase. Amendment to ensure that consumers are able to make an informed choice  For reducing compliance burden and removing the ambiguity of declaration of date on pre packed commodities for consumers, the declaration has now been required to the month and year in which the commodity is manufactured for the pre packed commodities. News Source: PIB (Mains Focus) INTERNATIONAL/ SECURITY GS-2: Indian and its neighbourhood GS-2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.  India & Eurasia Policy Context: India’s intense Indo-Pacific diplomacy is about Delhi’s new maritime geopolitics and now it is time to devote similar energy to the development of a “Eurasian” policy that helps in recalibration of India’s continental strategy. History of India’s Eurasian Foreign Policy There are references to India’s ancient civilisational links with Eurasia.  The collaboration between the Sangha and the Shreni in the Buddhist era produced lasting interaction between the two regions.  India’s inward orientation after the decline of Buddhism did not stop the flow of Central Asian forces into the subcontinent.  The Colonial times saw the outward projection of India’s influence into Central Asia. British rivalry with Russia during the Great Game in the 19th and early 20th centuries put Eurasian geopolitics at the top of undivided India’s security agenda.  Before independence, many Indian nationalists turned to Europe to secure the nation’s liberation from British colonialism. After independence, India’s drift towards an alliance with Russia saw India neglect Europe’s strategic significance.  The Partition of the subcontinent and India’s physical disconnection from inner Asia, however, cut India off from Eurasian geopolitics. Challenges in Eurasia  Persistent problem with Pakistan National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has invited his counterparts from Pakistan, Iran, Central Asia, Russia, and China to join the consultations in Delhi on the crisis in Afghanistan. Pakistan has decline to join while China is not clear on joining. Pakistan’s reluctance to engage with India on Afghanistan reveals Delhi’s challenges & the urgency in shaping a new Eurasian strategy. Meaning of Eurasia There is no shared international understanding of what constitutes the Eurasia region.  In geographical terms, Eurasia is the name of a tectonic plate that lies under much of what we know as Europe and Asia.  In Russia’s definition, Eurasia covers the former territories of the Soviet Union, which collapsed in 1991. In other words, it is about Russia’s political claim to a sphere of influence in its “near abroad”. Given the deep connection between Muslim Central Asia and West Asia, some prefer the term “Greater Middle East” to describe parts of this region. For India, it makes sense to use the broadest possible definition of Eurasia in reimagining the region. Rise of China The most important development in Eurasia today is the dramatic rise of China and its growing strategic assertiveness, expanding economic power and rising political influence Beijing’s muscular approach to the long and disputed border with Bhutan and India, its pursuit for a security presence in Tajikistan, the active search for a larger role in Afghanistan are examples of China’s assertiveness. Physical proximity multiplies China’s economic impact on the inner Asian regions. China’s Belt and Road initiative and Europe’s growing economic interdependence with China have added to Beijing’s powerful leverages in Eurasia US rethink of its strategic commitments to Eurasia. The US withdrawal from Afghanistan is just the beginning of a long-overdue redefinition of US global strategic priorities. US and EU are now trying to rebalance the trans-Atlantic responsibilities for Europe’s collective defence. As a result of US resizing its presence in Eurasia region, regional powers are going to reshape Eurasia. Way Ahead for India to evolve Eurasian Policy India has certainly dealt with Eurasia’s constituent spaces separately over the decades. What Delhi now needs is an integrated approach to Eurasia.  Overcoming the geographic limitation — represented by the Pakistan barrier— will be central to an expanded Indian role in Eurasian geopolitics. A dedicated military office in the Indian mission to Brussels, where both EU and NATO are headquartered, will be a crucial step towards a sustained security dialogue with Europe. Indian needs to intensify the dialogue on Eurasian security with Russia. While Indo-Russian differences on the Indo-Pacific, the Quad, China, and the Taliban are real, Delhi and Moscow have good reasons to narrow their differences on Eurasia. There is a need for substantive Indian collaboration with both Persia (for strategic location) and Arabia (for religious influence). These partnership are needed in overcoming Turkey’s alliance with Pakistan that is hostile to Delhi. India will surely encounter many contradictions in each of the three areas — between and among America, Europe, Russia, China, Iran, and the Arab Gulf. As in the Indo-Pacific, so in Eurasia, Delhi should not let these contradictions hold India back. Connecting the dots: QUAD The other QUAD Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) AUKUS ENVIRONMENT/ GOVERNANCE GS-3: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation The long road to net zero Context: With the announcement of a net zero emissions target for 2070 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) to the UNFCCC in Glasgow, India has joined a high-profile group of countries. Others with net zero goals include major emitters such as the United States, the UK and EU with a 2050 target, and China aiming for 2060. A dozen countries besides the EU have a legal enactment towards the goal. How can net zero be achieved?  Net zero, which means balancing out man-made national greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by removing an equal amount from the atmosphere, can be achieved only through a structured programme that relies on sharp emissions reduction, wide support for clean energy innovation and adoption of green technologies. India and Net Zero India’s well-founded argument against committing itself to strict emissions goals is that it has historically been one of the lowest emitters of GHGs, and the impetus has to come from the developed economies. The country represents about 7% of today’s global emissions, and has committed itself to a net zero deadline 49 years away.  According to the World Bank, in 2018, India had per capita emissions of 1.8 tonnes, which is markedly lower than 15.2 for the U.S., 5.4 for the U.K. and even the middle-income countries’ average of 3.7 tonnes. A projected per capita emissions figure in 2030 for India is 2.4 tonnes under the Paris Agreement.  India’s absolute emissions volume stands third, after China and the U.S.  What is the outlook for India’s emissions? Analysis of India’s growth path points to rising GDP per capita, with a rise in carbon emissions in the short term, primarily from energy.  There is pressure from absolute increase in population and consumption, but population growth is slowing.  A greater share for services in GDP is positive for emissions cuts, but there is no indication of when India’s emissions, heavily influenced by coal and other fossil fuel use, will peak. In terms of sectoral GHG emissions, data from 2016 show that  electricity and heat account for the highest share (1.11 billion tonnes), followed by  agriculture (704.16 million tonnes),  manufacturing and construction (533.8 million tonnes),  transport (265.3 million tonnes) industry (130.61 million tonnes) Land use change and forestry (126.43 million tonnes) other fuel use (119.04 million tonnes) buildings (109.2 million tonnes) waste (80.98 million tonnes),  Fugitive emissions (54.95 million tonnes) Aviation and shipping (20.4 million tonnes). What are the immediate interventions that can be made? India needs to create a legal mandate for climate impact assessment of all activities. This can facilitate investment by dedicated green funds.  The 500 GW renewables target needs a major boost, such as channelling more national and international climate funding into decentralised solar power.  Rooftop solar, estimated at 7,701 megawatt (MW) installed capacity as of June 2021, could be scaled up by modernising unattractive State-level regulation.  The problem with expansion of rooftop solar, which registered 53% year-on-year growth in 12 months, is resistance from State electricity utilities, although costs are reducing.  Another emerging sector is green hydrogen production because of its potential as a clean fuel. India has a National Hydrogen Mission now in place.  The fuel can cover major sectors such as power and steel production (shifting from coal) and automotive (fuel cell vehicles), while green ammonia, with potential uses in energy storage, shipping, and as a base for hydrogen production, are promising areas. This can steadily decarbonise big sources of emissions as industry leaders explained at COP 26.  India’s urban solid waste management will need to modernise to curb methane emissions from unscientific landfills. These plans need a political consensus and support from State governments.  Net zero will involve industrial renewal using green innovation, green economy support and supply chains yielding new jobs.  It also needs low carbon technologies, zero emission vehicles, and renewed cities promoting walking and cycling.  Industry will need to make highly energy-efficient goods that last longer, and consumers should be given a legal right to repair goods they buy.  Preventing the release of stored carbon in the environment, such as trees and soil, has to be a net zero priority. Connecting the dots: India’s Opposition to Net Zero China’s Climate Commitments (Sansad TV: Bills: An Insight) Oct 1:  Juvenile Justice Amendment, 2021 - https://youtu.be/eXzCecB_cf8  TOPIC: GS-2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.  GS-2: Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.  Juvenile Justice Amendment, 2021 Context: The amendment seeks to strengthen protection of children — including the ones who require protection under the law as well as those who are in conflict with the law and also streamline the process of adoption in the country. Key Features of 2021 Amendment Bill Re-defines Serious offences “Serious offences” includes the offences for which the punishment under the Indian Penal Code or any other law for the time being in force, is,  minimum imprisonment for a term more than three years and not exceeding seven years; or  maximum imprisonment for a term more than seven years but no minimum imprisonment or minimum imprisonment of less than seven years is provided Under the 2015 Act offences committed by juveniles are categorised as heinous offences, serious offences, and petty offences There was ambiguity over definition of “Serious Crime” hence the amendment tries to define it. Heinous Crimes are those where maximum sentence of seven years or more, but also a minimum sentence of seven years. 2. Classification of offences Offences punishable with imprisonment of more than 7 years shall be cognizable and non-bailable.  cognizable – where arrest is allowed without warrant Offences punishable with imprisonment between 3-7 years shall be non-cognizable and non-bailable. Earlier, such offences are cognizable and non-bailable. Offences punishable with imprisonment less than 3 years shall be non-cognizable and bailable 3. Designated Court The Bill also proposes that notwithstanding anything contained in CrPC or the POCSO Act, or the Child Rights Act, offences under the JJ Act shall be triable by the Children’s Court. Presently, only such offences that are punishable with imprisonment for more than 7 years are triable by the Children’s Court. Other offences (punishable with imprisonment less than 7 years) are triable by Judicial Magistrate. 4. Adoption Currently, adoption procedure involves a seal of approval by the Civil Court, which passes the final adoption order. The Bill provides that instead of the court, the District Magistrate (including Additional District Magistrate) will issue such adoption orders, both for intra-country and inter-country adoptions. 5. Appeals The bill provides that any person aggrieved by an adoption order passed by the District Magistrate may file an appeal before the Divisional Commissioner within a period of 30 days.  Endeavour shall be made to dispose of such appeals within 4 weeks 6. Additional Functions of District Magistrate (DM) DM including Addition DM will monitor the functions of various agencies under JJ Act. This includes the Child Welfare Committees, the Juvenile Justice Boards, the District Child Protection Units and the Special juvenile Protection Units. No new children’s home can be opened without the sanction of the DM.  DM is also responsible now for ensuring that child Care institutions falling in their district are following all norms and procedures (earlier the process was relaxed and lacked effective oversight) 7. Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) The Bill seeks to strengthen the CWCs by incorporating provisions relating to educational qualifications for its members and stipulating eligibility conditions for selection of the Committee The bill provides that a person will not eligible to be a member of the CWC if he/she has any record of violation of human rights or child rights, has been convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude, has been removed or dismissed from service of the central government, or any state government, or a government undertaking, Is part of the management of a child care institution in a district Removal of Members: The appointment of any member of the committee shall be terminated by the state government after an inquiry if they fail to attend the proceedings of the CWCs consecutively for three months without any valid reason or if they fail to attend less than three-fourths of the sittings in a year Critical Analysis of Amendment Bill: The Bill puts entire onus of children’s welfare on District Magistrates, ignoring the fact that the DMs are over-burdened authorities, with the charge of entire district and other multifarious duties.  Centralizing all powers with respect to children rehabilitation in one authority (DMs) may lead to delays, and may have wider repercussions on child welfare. The Grievance redressal powers under the Act have been taken away from the judiciary and have been given to the executive. It seeks to take away the role of judges who are specialized authorities in dealing with the nuances of law. This has serious implications on the doctrine of separation of powers. (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. Q.1 Which of the following is caused by Zika virus? Dengue  Chikungunya  Yellow fever. All of the above Q.2 Consider the following statements regarding Adi Shankaracharya? He belonged to the 9th century. He was a follower of Buddhism. He is believed to have established the ritual practices at the Badri and Kedar dhams. Which of the above is or are correct?  1 and 3 only  2 only  1 only 2 and 3 only Q.3 Which of the following is incorrect about Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI)? Foreign portfolio investment (FPI) does not provide the investor with direct ownership of financial assets  Stocks, bonds, Exchange traded funds, American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), are examples of FPIs FPI is part of a country’s capital account and is shown on its Balance of Payments (BOP). FPI is more liquid and more risky than FDI ANSWERS FOR 8th Nov 2021 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 D 2 A 3 C Must Read On Terrorism and Vigilantism: Deccan Herald On Malnutrition: The Hindu On Gati Shakti Master Plan: Indian Express

UPSC हिन्दी Quiz– 2021: IASbaba Daily Current Affairs Quiz 9th November 2021

For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE करेंट अफेयर्स के प्रश्न 'द हिंदू', 'इंडियन एक्सप्रेस' और 'पीआईबी' जैसे स्रोतों पर आधारित होते हैं, जो यूपीएससी प्रारंभिक परीक्षा के लिए बहुत महत्वपूर्ण स्रोत हैं। प्रश्न अवधारणाओं और तथ्यों दोनों पर केंद्रित हैं। दोहराव से बचने के लिए यहां कवर किए गए विषय आम तौर पर 'दैनिक करंट अफेयर्स / डेली न्यूज एनालिसिस (डीएनए) और डेली स्टेटिक क्विज' के तहत कवर किए जा रहे विषयों से भिन्न होते हैं। प्रश्न सोमवार से शनिवार तक दोपहर 2 बजे से पहले प्रकाशित किए जाएंगे। इस कार्य में आपको 10 मिनट से ज्यादा नहीं देना है। इस कार्य के लिए तैयार हो जाएं और इस पहल का इष्टतम तरीके से उपयोग करें। याद रखें कि, "साधारण अभ्यर्थी और चयनित होने वाले अभ्यर्थी के बीच का अंतर केवल दैनक अभ्यास है !!" Important Note: Comment अनुभाग में अपने अंक पोस्ट करना न भूलें। साथ ही, हमें बताएं कि क्या आपको आज का टेस्ट अच्छा लगा । 5 प्रश्नों को पूरा करने के बाद, अपना स्कोर, समय और उत्तर देखने के लिए ‘View Questions’ पर क्लिक करें। उत्तर देखने के लिए, इन निर्देशों का पालन करें: 1 - 'स्टार्ट टेस्ट/ Start Test' बटन पर क्लिक करें प्रश्न हल करें 'टेस्ट सारांश/Test Summary'बटन पर क्लिक करें 'फिनिश टेस्ट/Finish Test'बटन पर क्लिक करें अब ‘View Questions’बटन पर क्लिक करें - यहां आपको उत्तर और लिंक दिखाई देंगे। To take the Test - Click Here

IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 2): UPSC Mains Answer Writing – General Studies Paper 2 Questions [9th November, 2021] – Day 20

Archives Hello Students   TLP has been an integral ingredient of success for many toppers is no secret. In the ‘must do’ list for the civil services exam, TLP is by far the most popular initiative. The popularity stems from the unparalleled quality of questions and synopsis posted in TLP. We strive hard to ensure that you get the real feel of UPSC standard before you write the Mains.   You already know the features of TLP. Just to reiterate briefly, in the TLP initiative, we post 5 questions daily for a certain number of weeks (11 for this one). We follow a micro plan that is designed to give you daily targets. The questions are from the day’s syllabus and also from current affairs and you are expected to write the answers and post them on the portal.   This year onwards TLP will have a Dedicated Portal for Focused Preparation (tlpmains.iasbaba.com). There will be a separate dedicated portal similar to (RaRe Series) which students loved and appreciated. The Portal will help you stay focused and keep your preparation streamlined. The Registration link for the dedicated portal is given at the end of the post. We are charging a token amount of 10/- for registration to the dedicated portal. We are doing it because we want to create a community of sincere aspirants who are focused and motivated till the Mains Examination. Please don’t take it otherwise. It is our honest effort to give you the best and at the same time expect students to come with the same energy and dedication to the dedicated platform specially designed for YOU! Join our bandwagon, you won’t regret it. UPSC 2022 Aspirants are encouraged to participate as well. Register Here - CLICK HERE  To Know More About TLP 2022 (Phase 2) - CLICK HERE To Access Day 20 Questions - 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 

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

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 8th November 2021

Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomic Consortia (INSACOG) Part of: Prelims and GS II - Health Context According to the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG), the frequency of the new AY.4.2 variant of COVID-19 is less than 0.1% of all Variants of Interest (VOI)/ Variants of Concern (VOC), and is too low to be of concern at this time. The INSACOG noted that Delta (B.1.617.2 and AY.x) continues to be the main VOC in India and no new variant VOI or VOC have been noted in India. The Delta variant, which was first found in India in October 2020, led to the devastating second wave of the coronavirus pandemic in the country. What is AY4.2? AY.4.2 is a descendant of the Delta variant of COVID-19. The Delta variant, also known as B.1.617.2, was first identified in India in October 2020. The AY.4.2 sub-lineage contains 2 mutations in its spike protein — A222V and Y145H. It is dubbed “Delta Plus” and now named VUI-21OCT-01 by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)). What is Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomic Consortia (INSACOG)? Coordinated by: Department of Biotechnology (DBT) along with MoH&FW, ICMR, and CSIR The consortium will ascertain the status of a new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in the country.  INSACOG will have a high level Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee.  It will have a Scientific Advisory Group for scientific and technical guidance. Aim: To monitor the genomic variations in the SARS-CoV-2 on a regular basis through a multi-laboratory network. This vital research consortium will also assist in developing potential vaccines in the future.  The consortium will also establish a sentinel surveillance for early detection of genomic variants with public health implication, and determine the genomic variants in the unusual events/trends (super-spreader events, high mortality/morbidity trend areas etc.) Srinagar declared a ‘major airport’ Part of: Prelims and GS-III - Economy  Context The Union Ministry of Civil Aviation declared the Srinagar airport a “major airport” under the Airports Economic Authority Act, 2008 (AERA). Key takeaways  In exercise of the powers conferred by the Airports Economic Authority Act, 2008, the Central Government has declared the airport of Srinagar as major airport. The move will allow the AERA to determine the tariff, including the development fee and passenger service fee, for aeronautical services at the Srinagar airport. The Centre designates an airport as a major airport if it crosses a particular volume of annual passenger traffic. Previously, the Airports Authority of India, a body under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, used to determine the tariff for the Srinagar airport. About Airports Economic Regulatory Authority Act The AERA regulates tariffs and other charges for aeronautical services provided at civilian airports with annual traffic above 15 lakh passengers.   It also monitors the performance standard of services across these airports.  Definition of major airports: The Act defines a major airport as one with annual passenger traffic over 15 lakh, or any other airports as notified by the central government.  The Bill increases the threshold of annual passenger traffic for major airports to over 35 lakh.    Tariff determination by AERA: Under the Act, AERA is responsible for determining:  the tariff for aeronautical services at different airports every five years the development fees of major airports the passengers service fee.   The AERA amendment Bill 2021 also adds that the central government may group airports and notify the group as a major airport. North East Monsoon Part of: Prelims and GS-I - Geography  Context The heavy rain that lashed Chennai on Saturday night led to flooding in at least 40 busy residential and commercial neighbourhoods in the city. The overnight rain, which was reportedly the heaviest since 2015, was part of a formation of a low pressure over the Bay of Bengal. About North East Monsoon North-East monsoon– a permanent feature of the Indian subcontinent’s climate system – from October to December – rainfall is experienced over Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh, along with some parts of Telangana and Karnataka Winter monsoon season contributes only 11% to India’s annual rainfall.  South-west Summer monsoon season between June-September brings about 75% of India’s annual rainfall. Many other parts of the country, like the Gangetic plains and northern states, also receive some rain in November and December but this is not due to the northeast monsoon. It is caused mainly by the Western Disturbances. Western Disturbance: It is an eastward-moving rain-bearing wind system that originates beyond Afghanistan and Iran, picking up moisture from as far as the Mediterranean Sea, even the Atlantic Ocean. Edible oil prices Part of: Prelims and GS-III - Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Context The prices of most major cooking/edible oils have dropped and stabilised across the country in the run-up to Diwali. Reasons for the drop in prices: Stabilisation of global prices. Duty cuts. Cut in wholesale prices by major private players. Stock limits imposed by the Centre, using the provisions of the Essential Commodities Act. India’s Dependence on Edible Oil: India is the world’s biggest vegetable oil importer. India imports about 60% of its edible oil needs, leaving the country’s retail prices vulnerable to international pressures. It imports palm oil from Indonesia and Malaysia, soyoil from Brazil and Argentina, and sunflower oil, mainly from Russia and Ukraine. Do you know? Primary sources of Edible oil: Soybean, Rapeseed & Mustard, Groundnut, Sunflower, Safflower & Niger Secondary sources of Edible Oil: Oil palm, Coconut, Rice Bran, Cotton seeds & Tree Borne Oilseeds. In India major challenges in oilseed production is Growing in largely rain-fed conditions (around 70% area), high seed cost (Groundnut and Soybean), small holding with limited resources, low seed replacement rate and low productivity. Messier 87 Part of: Prelims and GS-III - Space Context Scientists studying the galaxy Messier 87 (M87) – which surrounds the only black hole to have been imaged so far – have come up with a theoretical model of the jets of material emanating from M87. Key takeaways  The calculated images published in Nature Astronomy resemble closely what is observed, and help confirm Einstein’s theory of relativity. Messier 87 (also known as Virgo A or NGC 4486, generally abbreviated to M87) is a supergiant elliptical galaxy with several trillion stars in the constellation Virgo. One of the most massive galaxies in the local universe, it has a large population of globular clusters—about 15,000 compared with the 150–200 orbiting the Milky Way—and a jet of energetic plasma that originates at the core and extends at least 4,900 light-years, traveling at a relativistic speed. It is one of the brightest radio sources in the sky and a popular target for both amateur and professional astronomers. Place in news: Kaho village Part of: Prelims and GS I - Geography  Context Arunachal Pradesh is planning to make a documentary about one of its most “patriotic destinations” — Kaho, a village in Anjaw district on the China border — to mark the 75th year of Independence. Key takeaways  One of seven villages in the Kibithoo block bisected by the Lohit river, Kaho had weathered the Chinese attack in 1962. Its people had assisted the Indian soldiers who had been outnumbered. The village is 580 km east of Itanagar. Its people belong to the Meyor community. Anjaw is one of the 11 districts of Arunachal Pradesh that share their border with China. The documentary is a part of the celebrations of “Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav”, the nationwide celebrations for the 75th year of Independence. According to the 2011 census, Kaho has only 65 residents and a literacy rate of 64.15%. (News from PIB) India’s Third Biennial Update Report (BUR) at COP26 Part of: Prelims and Mains GS-III: Climate Change In News: During the 11th Facilitative Sharing of Views (FSV) at the ongoing COP26, India made a presentation on its third Biennial Update Report (BUR) that was submitted to UNFCCC. India is particularly vulnerable to climate change. However, India is nevertheless taking several mitigation actions, spanning across the entire economy and society and has progressively continued decoupling of its economic growth from greenhouse gas emissions. India represents 17% of the global population, its historical cumulative emissions are only 4%, while current annual GHG emissions are only about 5%. 24% reduction in emission intensity of its Gross domestic product over the period of 2005-2014 The significant increase of its solar programme in the last 7 years - India’s installed solar energy capacity has increased 17 times. India’s increase in forest cover: India responded that people’s participation has played an important role in enhancing its forest cover, and that its forests provide all the four ecosystem services.  On Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI): Disaster risk is increasing in developing countries, and this is a step to enhance international cooperation which is much needed in the current times.  India highlighted that it speaks on climate change from a position of strength and responsibility. News Source: PIB (Mains Focus) ECONOMY/ GOVERNANCE GS-3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.  GS-3: Monetary Policy Prompt Corrective Action norms Context: The RBI issued a notification on November 2 revising norms for commercial banks to be placed under the regulator’s Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) framework should any of their key metrics fall out of line. The revision takes effect from January 1, 2022. What is the purpose of the PCA framework? The objective of the PCA framework is to enable supervisory intervention at appropriate time and require the supervised entity to initiate and implement remedial measures in a timely manner so as to restore its financial health. The PCA framework is also intended to act as a tool for effective market discipline.  The PCA framework does not prevent RBI from taking any other action as it deems fit at any time, in addition to the corrective actions prescribed in the framework.  In the last almost two decades — the PCA was first notified in December 2002 — several banks have been placed under the framework, with their operations restricted. In 2021, UCO Bank, IDBI Bank and Indian Overseas Bank exited the framework on improved performance. Only Central Bank of India remains under it now. What are banks measured on? As per the revised PCA norms issued in 2017, banks were to be evaluated on capital, asset quality, profitability and leverage.  The capital adequacy ratio governs the capital that a bank ought to hold as a percentage of its total assets. If the ratio is prescribed as 11.5%, a bank must bring its own capital of ₹11.50 for every ₹100 it intends to lend.  The adequacy measure includes buffers such as the capital conservation buffer (2.5%), which may be used to shore up capital in good times, but which may be relaxed to encourage further lending during economic crises.  Asset quality tells us what portion of the loans is unlikely to be paid back, reflected in the net non-performing asset ratio — i.e., the portion of total advances tagged ‘non-performing’, after the provisioning for bad loans.  Return on assets (RoA) measures profitability, derived from net income (profit) as a percentage of total assets. The leverage ratio shows how much a lender has stretched itself in borrowing funds to generate income. The more the leverage, the riskier the turf on which the lender stands. What curbs do bank face under the PCA? Banks move from risk thresholds 1 through 3 with increasing restrictions if they are unable to arrest deterioration.  First, banks face curbs on dividend distribution/remittance of profits. For foreign banks, promoters are to bring in capital.  In the second category, banks additionally face curbs on branch expansion.  In the final category, the bank additionally faces restrictions on capital expenditure with some exemptions.  The RBI also has the option of discretionary actions across strategy, governance, credit risk, market risk and human resources. What has changed? The notification has removed return on assets as an indicator to qualify for PCA.  Further, the 2017 notification applied to scheduled commercial banks but excluded Regional Rural Banks from its purview, while the 2021 version excludes Small Finance Banks and Payment Banks too.  In the latest set of rules, the RBI has clearly spelt out that exit from the PCA would be based on four continuous quarterly results, with one being Audited Annual Financial Statement as per the new framework apart from Supervisory Comfort of RBI, assessment on sustainability of profitability. The risk threshold 3 has been further refined for capital adequacy conditions.  Analysis It is unclear why the RBI chose to remove the RoA metric. One view in the financial sector is that RoA ought to have been retained as it indicates business performance.  Another view is that the RBI ought not to monitor RoA — and that profitability is the bank’s and its shareholders’ lookout.  Controls over capital adequacy indirectly include profitability. After all, retained profits become reserves that help shore up capital. Connecting the dots: Recapitalisation Bonds Banking Health: NPAs and COVID-19 GOVERNANCE/ ECONOMY GS-2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS-3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources Payments issue with MGNREGA Context: Eight crore MGNREGA wage transactions were pending on Diwali. There are two stages in the wage payment process In Stage 1, States must electronically send invoices, also called FTOs, to the Central government within eight days of completion of work at a worksite.  These invoices contain essential worker details like their names and bank account numbers.  The Central government then processes the invoices and transfers wages directly to the workers’ accounts. This is called Stage 2 and is the Central government’s responsibility that must be completed within seven days after Stage 1. As per the Act, if Stage 1 plus Stage 2 exceeds 15 days, then workers are entitled to a delay compensation for each day’s delay. Payment issues with MGNREGA Pending arrears of ₹17,543 crore from previous years. Delay compensation for Stage 2 is not even being calculated. Stage 2 was completed only for 29% of the invoices within the mandated seven-day period.  In fact, for nearly two-thirds of the transactions in Jharkhand and more than half the transactions in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal, Stage 2 exceeded 15 days. There delays in wage payments are a consequence of insufficient funds. Funds allocation this financial year (FY) is 34% lower than the revised budget allocation of last year. Instead of ensuring sufficient funds for timely payments, the Central government has repeatedly altered with the payment architecture. Recently, the Central government issued a circular to segregate invoices based on the caste of workers (SC, ST and others). Central government has justified caste based segregation on grounds that it enables proper accountability of benefits flowing to SC/ST households. There were significant variations in delays by caste. While 46% of payments to SC workers and 37% for ST workers were completed in the mandated seven-day period, it was a dismal 26% for non-SC/ST workers. Caste-based segregation in payments has also resulted in tensions at worksites. It had also resulted in a threefold increase of workload for computer operators at blocks. No difference in the time taken for payments through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge Systems (APBS) and traditional account-based payments.  In fact, APBS has given rise to complicated problems like misdirected payments and payment failures due to wrong Aadhaar mapping with the payment software. Conclusion At least ₹50,000 crore needs to be allocated urgently and the Central government, in compliance with Supreme Court orders, must automatically calculate and pay the workers their entitled delay compensation. Connecting the dots: DUET (Decentralised Urban Employment and Training) for urban areas Urban Jobs Safety Net A moment to revive MGNREGA Issues with MGNREGA (Sansad TV: Perspective) Nov 6: Informal Economy: Challenges & Opportunities - https://youtu.be/6QTseEwobOs  TOPIC: GS-3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Informal Economy: Challenges & Opportunities Context: The informal economy is a global and pervasive phenomenon.  Do You Know? India’s estimated 450 million informal workers comprise 90 per cent of its total workforce, with 5-10 million workers added annually.  Nearly 40 per cent of these employed with MSMEs. According to Internal Labour Organisation - Approximately 60 percent of the world’s population participates in the informal sector.  Although this is mostly prevalent in emerging and developing economies, it is also an important part of advanced economies. In developing countries like India, large share of the population typically depends upon the informal economy. The economic growth and development in general and livelihood and wages in particular of the vast majority of workers in India crucially depend on the economic viability of the informal sectors.  According to Periodic Labour Force Survey - Over 90 percent of workers in India are informal workers. Out of these those engaged in rural areas is significantly more than urban areas.  This is primarily because a large number of informal workers are engaged in farm or agricultural activites.  Those in urban areas are involved primarily in manufacturing, trade, hotel and restaurant; construction; transport; storage and communications; and finance, business and real estate.  Challenges in the Informal Economy Employment around the world remains below its pre-pandemic levels, reflecting a mix of negative output gaps, worker fears of on-the-job infection in contact-intensive occupations, childcare constraints, labor demand changes as automation picks up in some sectors, replacement income through furlough schemes or unemployment benefits helping to cushion income losses, and frictions in job searches and matching. Government diluted the labour laws; then they drafted the rules of the Code on Social Security without really taking into consideration the plight of the informal sector workers. Issues of Exclusion: While on paper, the draft rules envisage wider coverage through the inclusion of informal sector and gig workers, at present the draft rules apply to manufacturing firms with over 299 workers. This leaves 71 per cent of manufacturing companies out of its purview. Burden of Administrative Processes: The draft rules mandate the registration of all workers (with Aadhaar cards) on the Shram Suvidha Portal to be able to receive any form of social security benefit. Failure to register (Aadhar –driven exclusion or lack of adequate knowledge about process) will make then ineligible for the benefits. Also, migrant workers face the challenge of mandatary updating information on the online portal at regular intervals. Ambiguity on applicability of benefits: It is unclear if a migrant worker with an Aadhaar card registered in her/his home state of Bihar be eligible for social security benefits in Gujarat where she/he is currently employed. No-Right Based Framework: The Code does not emphasize social security as a right, nor does it make reference to its provision as stipulated by the Constitution. In addition, it does not stipulate any appropriate grievance redressal mechanism which will leave millions of workers vulnerable without clear social protections. Opportunities The pandemic has thrown-up unprecedented challenges and divergences but also delivered enticing growth opportunities. Refer: https://iasbaba.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Gig-Economy-IASbaba.jpg  Service Exports As An Engine of Growth: Service exports are likely to be an important near term driver of growth. India’s global market share of services has continued to rise, revealing a growing comparative advantage. With the pandemic likely to provide a renewed thrust to off-shoring of services, India must stand ready to grab the opportunity, from both a regulatory and supply perspective. Need of the hour: Upgrade the skills of those who are already in the informal sector with government support through easier access to credit, technology and availability of markets. A social security architecture to be provided by the government for informal sector workers.  Less of regulation and more of support as against the government policy of more regulation and no support. Any attempt to regulate and bring the informal sector into the tax network will only add to costs without increasing productivity.  Creating an eco-system to improve competitiveness and boost exports more broadly will be vital to India’s growth prospects over the next decade. The formal and informal sectors are complementary to each other and any attempt to use one against the other will harm both. It is time to use the opportunity that the informal sector provides to strengthen and support it. This is not only essential for economic growth but the only way for growth with jobs. Must Read:  The invisible women in India’s labour market Gig Economy and Proposition-22 Can you answer the following questions? Should the informal sector be regulated? Discuss the pros and cons.  (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. Q.1 Which of the following is not a primary source of edible oil? Soybean Rapeseed Groundnut Oil palm Q.2 Consider the following statements regarding Airports Economic Authority Act? The Act defines a major airport as one with annual passenger traffic over 15 lakh, or any other airports as notified by the central government.   Under the Act, AERA is responsible for determining the tariff for aeronautical services at different airports every ten years. Which of the above is or are correct?  1 only  2 only  Both 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.3 Meyor community belongs to Which of the following states?  Rajasthan Himachal Pradesh Arunachal Pradesh  Sikkim ANSWERS FOR 6th Nov 2021 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 A 2 D 3 D Must Read On Thawala Fasal Judgement: The Leaflet On AUKUS & China: The Hindu On Implications of the Enhancement of Area of Jurisdiction of the BSF: IDSA

[CURRENT AFFAIRS] IAS UPSC REVAMPED Current Affairs Magazine OCTOBER 2021

ARCHIVES Hello Friends, This is October 2021 of IASbaba’s REVAMPED Current Affairs Monthly Magazine. Current Affairs for UPSC Civil Services Examination is an important factor in this preparation. An effort towards making your Current Affairs for IAS UPSC Preparation qualitative. We hope you make the best use of it! This edition covers all Important current affairs issues that were in news for the month of OCTOBER 2021. Kindly leave your feedback in the comment section below on the new design and presentation of the magazine. We would love to hear from you 🙂   DOWNLOAD THE MAGAZINE- CLICK HERE To get Regular Updates from IASbaba, follow- TELEGRAM Channel – https://t.me/IASbabaOfficialAccount YOUTUBE – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChvbVdio9Wgj7Z3nQz1Q0ZQ FACEBOOK – https://www.facebook.com/iasbaba/ Also, SUBSCRIBE to the WEBSITE Below, so that you don’t miss out on important posts! Thank You IASbaba  

IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 2): UPSC Mains Answer Writing – General Studies Paper 2 Questions [8th November, 2021] – Day 19

Archives Hello Students   TLP has been an integral ingredient of success for many toppers is no secret. In the ‘must do’ list for the civil services exam, TLP is by far the most popular initiative. The popularity stems from the unparalleled quality of questions and synopsis posted in TLP. We strive hard to ensure that you get the real feel of UPSC standard before you write the Mains.   You already know the features of TLP. Just to reiterate briefly, in the TLP initiative, we post 5 questions daily for a certain number of weeks (11 for this one). We follow a micro plan that is designed to give you daily targets. The questions are from the day’s syllabus and also from current affairs and you are expected to write the answers and post them on the portal.   This year onwards TLP will have a Dedicated Portal for Focused Preparation (tlpmains.iasbaba.com). There will be a separate dedicated portal similar to (RaRe Series) which students loved and appreciated. The Portal will help you stay focused and keep your preparation streamlined. The Registration link for the dedicated portal is given at the end of the post. We are charging a token amount of 10/- for registration to the dedicated portal. We are doing it because we want to create a community of sincere aspirants who are focused and motivated till the Mains Examination. Please don’t take it otherwise. It is our honest effort to give you the best and at the same time expect students to come with the same energy and dedication to the dedicated platform specially designed for YOU! Join our bandwagon, you won’t regret it. UPSC 2022 Aspirants are encouraged to participate as well. Register Here - CLICK HERE  To Know More About TLP 2022 (Phase 2) - CLICK HERE To Access Day 19 Questions - 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 

UPSC हिन्दी Quiz– 2021: IASbaba Daily Current Affairs Quiz 8th November 2021

For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE करेंट अफेयर्स के प्रश्न 'द हिंदू', 'इंडियन एक्सप्रेस' और 'पीआईबी' जैसे स्रोतों पर आधारित होते हैं, जो यूपीएससी प्रारंभिक परीक्षा के लिए बहुत महत्वपूर्ण स्रोत हैं। प्रश्न अवधारणाओं और तथ्यों दोनों पर केंद्रित हैं। दोहराव से बचने के लिए यहां कवर किए गए विषय आम तौर पर 'दैनिक करंट अफेयर्स / डेली न्यूज एनालिसिस (डीएनए) और डेली स्टेटिक क्विज' के तहत कवर किए जा रहे विषयों से भिन्न होते हैं। प्रश्न सोमवार से शनिवार तक दोपहर 2 बजे से पहले प्रकाशित किए जाएंगे। इस कार्य में आपको 10 मिनट से ज्यादा नहीं देना है। इस कार्य के लिए तैयार हो जाएं और इस पहल का इष्टतम तरीके से उपयोग करें। याद रखें कि, "साधारण अभ्यर्थी और चयनित होने वाले अभ्यर्थी के बीच का अंतर केवल दैनक अभ्यास है !!" Important Note: Comment अनुभाग में अपने अंक पोस्ट करना न भूलें। साथ ही, हमें बताएं कि क्या आपको आज का टेस्ट अच्छा लगा । 5 प्रश्नों को पूरा करने के बाद, अपना स्कोर, समय और उत्तर देखने के लिए ‘View Questions’ पर क्लिक करें। उत्तर देखने के लिए, इन निर्देशों का पालन करें: 1 - 'स्टार्ट टेस्ट/ Start Test' बटन पर क्लिक करें प्रश्न हल करें 'टेस्ट सारांश/Test Summary'बटन पर क्लिक करें 'फिनिश टेस्ट/Finish Test'बटन पर क्लिक करें अब ‘View Questions’बटन पर क्लिक करें - यहां आपको उत्तर और लिंक दिखाई देंगे। To take the Test - Click Here

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UPSC Quiz – 2021 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 8th November 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 2): UPSC Mains Answer Writing – Essay Questions [7th November, 2021] – Day 18

Archives Hello Students   TLP has been an integral ingredient of success for many toppers is no secret. In the ‘must do’ list for the civil services exam, TLP is by far the most popular initiative. The popularity stems from the unparalleled quality of questions and synopsis posted in TLP. We strive hard to ensure that you get the real feel of UPSC standard before you write the Mains.   You already know the features of TLP. Just to reiterate briefly, in the TLP initiative, we post 5 questions daily for a certain number of weeks (11 for this one). We follow a micro plan that is designed to give you daily targets. The questions are from the day’s syllabus and also from current affairs and you are expected to write the answers and post them on the portal.   This year onwards TLP will have a Dedicated Portal for Focused Preparation (tlpmains.iasbaba.com). There will be a separate dedicated portal similar to (RaRe Series) which students loved and appreciated. The Portal will help you stay focused and keep your preparation streamlined. The Registration link for the dedicated portal is given at the end of the post. We are charging a token amount of 10/- for registration to the dedicated portal. We are doing it because we want to create a community of sincere aspirants who are focused and motivated till the Mains Examination. Please don’t take it otherwise. It is our honest effort to give you the best and at the same time expect students to come with the same energy and dedication to the dedicated platform specially designed for YOU! Join our bandwagon, you won’t regret it. UPSC 2022 Aspirants are encouraged to participate as well. Register Here - CLICK HERE  To Know More About TLP 2022 (Phase 2) - CLICK HERE To Access Day 18 Questions - 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