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UPSC IAS MAINS 2017-General studies 3 questions

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UPSC IAS CIVIL SERVICES MAINS 2017:General Studies–3 Question Paper CLICK HERE to download pdf version>> 1. Among several factors for India’s potential growth, saving rate is the most effective one. Do you agree? What are the other factors available for growth potential? (Answer in 150 words) 2. Account for the failure of manufacturing sector in achieving the goal of labour‐intensive exports. Suggest measures for more labour‐intensive rather than capital‐intensive exports. (Answer in 150 words) 3. Examine the development of Airports in India through joint ventures under Public Private Partnership (PPP) model. What are the challenges faced by the authorities in this regard? (Answer in 150 words) 4. Explain various types of revolutions, took place in Agriculture after independence in India. How these revolution have helped in poverty alleviation and food security in India? (Answer…
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Oct312017 by albindiaNo Comments

UPSC IAS MAINS 2017-General studies 4 questions

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UPSC IAS MAINS 2017: General Studies Paper – 4 Question Paper Go through the questions & download pdf version if necessary from button below. DOWNLOAD PDF VERSION GS4 QUESTIONS>> SECTION-A Q1. Conflict of interest in the public sector arises when: (a) official duties (b) public interest, and (c) personal interest are taking priority one above the other. How can this conflict in administration be resolved? Describe with an example. (150 Words)- 10 Marks Q2. Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil service: (150 Words, 10 marks) (a) Transparency (b) Accountability (c) Fairness and justice (d) Courage of conviction (e) Spirit of service Q3. Young people with ethical conduct are not willing to come forward to join active politics. Suggest steps to motivate them to come forward. (150…
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Oct202017 by albindiaNo Comments
E-governance and E-governance models

E-governance and E-governance models

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E-governance Electronic governance, shortly known as e-governance refers to the utilization of information and communication technology (ICT) for providing government services, disseminating information, communication activities, and incorporation of miscellaneous stand alone system and services between different models, processes and interaction within the overall structure. E-governance is a tool, that makes available various government services to citizens in a convenient way, such as: Better provision of government services Improved interaction with different groups Citizen empowerment through access to information Efficient government management E-Governance models: G2G (Government to Government): The exchange of information between government agencies or departments, i.e. within the confines of government is called as G2G interaction. G2C (Government to Citizen): As the name suggests, it is the interaction between government and the citizens of the country. It involves establishing…
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Oct162017 by albindiaNo Comments

MEASURES TO CONTROL POPULATION

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MEASURES TO CONTROL POPULATION is associated with Population and associated issues in GS1 for upsc ias mains syllabus. Available measures can be broadly classified as social measures & economic measures. MEASURES TO CONTROL POPULATION Social Measures. Minimum age of Marriage: As fertility depends on the age of marriage therefore the minimum age of marriage should be raised. In India minimum age for marriage is 21 years for men and 18 years for women fixed by law. This law should be strongly implemented and people should also be made aware of this through promotion. Raising the Status of Women: There is still favouritism to the women. They are restricted to house. They are still confined to rearing and bearing of children. So women should be given opportunities to develop socially and…
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Oct112017 by albindiaNo Comments

Role of family in inculcating values: Ethics

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Role of family in inculcating values: Ethics Role of family in inculcating values is a topic in GS 4 famously known as ethics paper.The role of family in inculcating values is provided in simple points. There is a close contact between the parents and children, which determine the personality of child. Family is the foundation on which values are built. Blissful and cheerful atmosphere in the family will develop the love, affection, tolerance, and generosity. Joint family system, the presence of elders in the family plays the effective role in social and moral development of the children. It will also help young generation of the family to imbibe human values and eradicate their negative mental tendencies when they are among elders. Moral values like truthfulness, happiness, peace, justice are instilled…
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Oct82017 by albindiaNo Comments

Civil Service -Security in Tenure

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The life of any bureaucrat is comprised of a wide array of activities such as decision making,formulating plans for action, implementing them, monitoring progress, evaluating feedback etc. All of these require time which varies greatly depending upon the type of project. For the past few years there have been several instances of surprise transfers of public servants.Reasons for such transfers are sometimes vague and unacceptable. Reasons for transfers: 1. Political interference : is a major cause of transfers and suspensions of civil servants. Some politicians who wish to have everything done their own way prefer to have dummy bureaucrats that they can bribe and control. 2. Corporate influence : Political parties that depend on large corporates to fund massive electorial campaigns are obliged to return the favour and when sincere…
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