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23-November-2023
What is meant by public interest? What are the principles and procedures to be followed by civil servants in public interest?. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 4)
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22-November-2023
Distinguish between “Code of ethics” and “Code of conduct” with suitable examples. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 4)
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21-November-2023
State the three basic values, universal in nature, in the context of civil services and bring out their importance. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 4)
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20-November-2023
India’s proximity to the two of the world’s biggest illicit opium growing states has enhanced her internal security concerns. Explain the linkages between drug trafficking and other illicit activities such as gunrunning, money laundering and human trafficking. What counter measures should be taken to prevent the same?. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 3)
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19-November-2023
Data security has assumed significant importance in the digitized world due to rising cyber crimes. The Justice B.N. Srikrishna Committee Report addresses issues related to data security. What, in your view, are the strengths and weaknesses of the Report relating to protection of personal data in cyber space?. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 3)
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18-November-2023
Describe various measures taken in India for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) before and after signing 'Sendai Framework for DRR (2015-30)'. How is this framework different from ‘Hyogo Framework for Action, 2005’?. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 3)
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17-November-2023
How does biodiversity vary in India? How is the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 helpful in conservation of flora and fauna?. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 3)
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16-November-2023
With growing energy needs should India keep on expanding its nuclear energy programme? Discuss the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy?. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 3)
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15-November-2023
Why is there so much activity in the field of biotechnology in our country? How has this activity benefitted the field of biopharma?. (UPSC IAS Mains 2018 General Studies Paper – 3)
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