Friday, Oct 07, 2022
Journalism of Courage
Manas Srivastava
Manas writes and works on UPSC-related projects. He takes an interest in youth affairs and oratorship.
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UPSC Essentials: One word a day – GRAP
What is GRAP? Know about this word often seen in news. Explore beyond the word to briefly related essential questions including an important report for prelims or mains. Don't miss the MCQ and Post Read Q&A.
Fri, Oct 07, 2022
UPSC Essentials: One word a day – OPEC+, an international organisation
What is OPEC+? Know about this word often seen in news. Explore beyond the word to briefly understand three related essential questions for prelims or mains. Don't miss the MCQ and Post Read Q&A.
Thu, Oct 06, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Key terms of the past week with MCQs
From PM-GKAY to Tokenization— here's a highlight of some of the important terms useful for UPSC CSE Prelims and Mains preparation. Don't miss solving the MCQs.
Tue, Oct 04, 2022
Get Inspired: What Shastri’s life teaches us about leadership and ethics?
Anecdotes encapsulating Lal Bahadur's life only makes sense if contextualise in terms of values and morals. Know how true leadership can be examplified even in all simplicity. Lessons from the life of this inspiring leader is not just relevant for any examination but for true citizens and leaders in making.
Wed, Oct 05, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Weekly news express with MCQs— SC’s abortion ruling to ‘Ban’ on PFI
The Indian Express’ UPSC weekly news express covers some of the important and burning topics of current affairs news from this week to help you prepare for UPSC-CSE. Try out the MCQs and check your answers provided towards the end of the article.
Sat, Oct 01, 2022
UPSC Essentials: One word a day – NDMA, the statutory body
What is NDMA? Know about this statutory body as it celebrated its 18th Foundation Day. Also understand the relevance of Volunteerism in Disaster management through a govt's scheme and an inspiring example or a case study. Don't miss the MCQ and Post Read Q&A.
Wed, Oct 05, 2022
UPSC Essentials: One word a day – A-G, the constitutional post
Who is an AG? This constitutional office which is back in news is not only relevant for Prelims but Mains too. Let us also ponder on the question if the AG is just another lawyer defending the government before the judiciary or is the institution more than that? Don't miss the MCQ and Post Read Q&A.
Wed, Oct 05, 2022
UPSC Essentials: One word a day – Collegium, the judicial body
What is Collegium? One of the most trending term for the Indian judicial system has great relevance for UPSC-CSE for its facts and debate. Don't miss solving the MCQs and quiz yourself with Post Read Q&A.
Wed, Oct 05, 2022UPSC Essentials: Key terms of the past week with MCQs
From Terrorist Organizations to Banking system liquidity— here's a highlight of some of the important terms useful for UPSC CSE Prelims and Mains preparation. Don't miss solving the MCQs and quiz yourself with Post Read Q&A.
Mon, Sep 26, 2022UPSC Essentials: Weekly news express with MCQs — EWS to Modi-Putin meet
The Indian Express’ UPSC weekly news express covers some of the important and burning topics of current affairs news from this week to help you prepare for UPSC-CSE. Try out the MCQs and check your answers provided towards the end of the article.
Sat, Sep 24, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Reports and data on you tips— ‘What’s next for Indian Agri-Tech?’
What you should know about Agritech scenario in India? Cover the essential micro topic of agricultural economy addressed in a recent report by FSG. Also, go beyond the report to learn more about an agri-tech related issue for UPSC-CSE.
Tue, Sep 27, 2022
UPSC Essentials: One word a day – AIBD, the organization
What is AIBD? Know about this organization recently highlighted in news and go beyond the term to know the code of ethics of media for UPSC exams.
Sat, Sep 24, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Issue at a glance — New trends in work culture: Quiet quitting, moonlighting and the ‘18-hour work’ debate
Over the last couple of months, two new trends known as 'quiet quitting’ and 'moonlighting' have dominated the work culture. The ‘eighteen hour work’ debate has brought back the issue of work life balance. Let us know these issues as part of the Society and Ethics syllabus- ‘Work Culture’.
Tue, Sep 27, 2022
UPSC Civil Services Mains analysis: Ethics paper 2022 was a test of candidates’ patience, time management and good writing skills.
Lengthy questions in the Ethics paper, especially in Section A posed a challenge but the catch was to wisely identify key terms and contextualise as per the question’s demand. A lot of writing practice along with wisdom is a must to complete such a paper on time.
Wed, Sep 21, 2022UPSC Essentials: Key terms of the past week with MCQs
From HINDI to NLEM— here's a highlight of some of the important terms useful for UPSC CSE Prelims and Mains preparation. Don't miss solving the MCQs and quiz youself with Post Read Q&A.
Mon, Sep 19, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Weekly news express with MCQs — From HDR to Unemployment
The Indian Express’ UPSC weekly news express covers some of the most important topics of current affairs news from this week to help you prepare for UPSC-CSE. Try out the MCQs and check your answers provided towards the end of the article.
Sat, Sep 17, 2022
UPSC Civil Services Main analysis: No major changes in trend but with simpler topics, elaboration remains the task
The Essay Paper of UPSC CSE 2022 followed the previous trend of philosophical and abstract topics but was lucid in language and simpler to understand than the previous years' topics. Challenge remained in selecting the right topic and building content.
Tue, Sep 20, 2022
UPSC Essentials: One word a day – DART, the space mission
What is DART? Know about the mission which aims to protect Earth from something that could pose a threat to it in the future. Aspirants must know all the basic facts about the term, as it is first of its kind.
Wed, Sep 14, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Key terms of the past week with MCQs
From Contempt of court to Thirunavaya— here's a highlight of some of the important terms useful for UPSC CSE Prelims and Mains preparation. Don't miss solving the MCQs.
Mon, Sep 12, 2022
UPSC Essentials — Experts talk with Zeeshan Hashmi: How is ‘Personal Mentorship’ a new, key tool for UPSC-CSE prep strategy?’
India's toughest exam is seeing a shift in preparation strategy. 'Personal Mentorship Programs' are becoming more popular among UPSC- CSE aspirants. What are these tailor-made strategic programs which the aspirants are preferring with or without regular coaching? Let us know from Zeeshan Hashmi.
Mon, Sep 12, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Weekly news express with MCQs— Mohenjo Daro to International trade in Rupee
The Indian Express’ UPSC weekly news express covers some of the most important topics of current affairs news from this week to help you prepare for UPSC-CSE. Try out the MCQs and check your answers provided towards the end of the article.
Sat, Sep 10, 2022
Case Study of the week— Road Safety: ‘Better Late than Never’
The tragic death of Cyrus Mistry came days after the NCRB's report on accidental deaths was released. It is a reminder of the high numbers of fatalities that Indian roads witness every year. This case study discusses various dimensions of road safety not just for UPSC aspirants but for all 'Good Samaritans'.
Wed, Sep 14, 2022
UPSC Essentials: Historical Tidbits- Early history of Kashmir and Martand Temple
The Explained section's article of The Indian Express by Yashee gives valuable insights of the Martand Temple of Kashmir. While looking into its relevant aspects, let us go beyond the article and cover the basics and essential aspects of the early history of Kashmir for UPSC-CSE.
Fri, Sep 09, 2022UPSC Essentials: Key terms of the past week with MCQs
From La Ninã to KI tablets— here's a highlight of some of the important terms useful for UPSC CSE Prelims and Mains preparation. Don't miss solving the MCQs.
Mon, Sep 05, 2022UPSC Essentials: Weekly news express with MCQs— World’s fifth biggest economy to UN High Seas Treaty
The Indian Express’ UPSC weekly news express covers some of the most important topics of current affairs news from this week to help you prepare for UPSC-CSE. Try out the MCQs and check your answers provided towards the end of the article.
Sat, Sep 03, 2022