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Analyze the effectiveness of the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in promoting quality assurance in higher education. Examine the loopholes in the current system and suggest policy interventions for robust accreditation mechanisms.

> **Topic:** Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. **Topic:** Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/S...

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“Conflict of interest is a subtle but serious ethical challenge in corporate governance”. Explain how conflicts of interest arise and discuss the ethical measures needed to address them effectively.

**Q7. “Conflict of interest is a subtle but serious ethical challenge in corporate governance”. Explain how conflicts of interest arise and discuss the ethical measures needed to address them effectiv...

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“Conflict of interest is a subtle but serious ethical challenge in corporate governance”. Explain how conflicts of interest arise and discuss the ethical measures needed to address them effectively.

**Q7. “Conflict of interest is a subtle but serious ethical challenge in corporate governance”. Explain how conflicts of interest arise and discuss the ethical measures needed to address them effectiv...

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UPSC Editorial Analysis: The Role of Youth in Indian Politics

***General Studies-2; Topic: ******Parliament and State Legislatures ******– structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these.*** **Introduction** • You...

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What are the core principles of good governance, and how do they contribute to enhancing transparency and accountability in public administration?

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What are the core principles of good governance, and how do they contribute to enhancing transparency and accountability in public administration?

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Ashutosh, a highly respected and principled official in the department, was recently appointed to spearhead the revision of the state’s outdated excise policy. Given his reputation for integrity and trustworthiness, he was tasked with drafting a new policy to replace the old one.

**Q7.** **Ashutosh, a highly respected and principled official in the department, was recently appointed to spearhead the revision of the state’s outdated excise policy. Given his reputation for integ...

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Ashutosh, a highly respected and principled official in the department, was recently appointed to spearhead the revision of the state’s outdated excise policy. Given his reputation for integrity and trustworthiness, he was tasked with drafting a new policy to replace the old one.

**Q7.** **Ashutosh, a highly respected and principled official in the department, was recently appointed to spearhead the revision of the state’s outdated excise policy. Given his reputation for integ...

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Admissions Open – OGP 2026 (Offline & Online Guidance Program) Batch 5 : a full-fledged integrated classroom training program for UPSC CSE 2026 | Starts on 9th June 2025

• **Starts on 9th June 2025** • **Online Course:** Rs. 1,00,000/- → **Rs. 90,000/-** (after 10% discount) • **Offline Course:** Rs. 1,38,000/- → **Rs. 1,24,200/-** (after 10% discount) • **Early Bird ...

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Admissions Open – OGP 2026 (Offline & Online Guidance Program) Batch 5 : a full-fledged integrated classroom training program for UPSC CSE 2026 | Starts on 9th June 2025

• **Starts on 9th June 2025** • **Online Course:** Rs. 1,00,000/- → **Rs. 90,000/-** (after 10% discount) • **Offline Course:** Rs. 1,38,000/- → **Rs. 1,24,200/-** (after 10% discount) • **Early Bird ...

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 16 May 2025

The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to...

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China’s Strategy to Counter Air Pollution

**Context:** China has publicly offered to share its experience in fighting severe air pollution with India, as northern cities continue to face hazardous smog levels. Recent studies show China has si...

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China’s Strategy to Counter Air Pollution

**Context:** China has publicly offered to share its experience in fighting severe air pollution with India, as northern cities continue to face hazardous smog levels. Recent studies show China has si...

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India Launches National Action Plan On Antimicrobial Resistance 2.0 (NAP-AMR 2.0)

*Source: NIE* *Subject: Government Scheme* **Context:** India has launched the National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance 2.0 (2025–29) at the start of WHO’s World AMR Awareness Week. **About **...

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MISSION 2025 : 1 year free Integrated Study plan with free initiatives for UPSC CSE 2025

Announcing MISSION 2025 – a free initiative to simplify your preparation for UPSC CSE 2025 **CLICK HERE TO VIEW TIMETABLE** It was in June 2013 that **Daily Answer Writing challenge** was started on t...

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[ Day 24 – July 26, 2024] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – Social Justice

### **75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – Social Justice** **Social Justice** > **Topic**: Government policies and interventions for development **Topic**: Government policies and interventions for dev...

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“When civil servants collude with criminal elements, the line between governance and lawlessness blurs”. Discuss.

**Q7. “When civil servants collude with criminal elements, the line between governance and lawlessness blurs”. Discuss. (10 M)** *Difficulty Level: Medium* *Reference: TH* > **Why the question** Two e...

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“When civil servants collude with criminal elements, the line between governance and lawlessness blurs”. Discuss.

**Q7. “When civil servants collude with criminal elements, the line between governance and lawlessness blurs”. Discuss. (10 M)** *Difficulty Level: Medium* *Reference: TH* > **Why the question** Two e...

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[ Day 23 – July 25, 2024] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – Governance

### **75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – Governance** **Governance** > **Topic:** Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies **Topic:** Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bo...

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Aristotle’s concept of Eudaimonia (human flourishing) suggests that ethics is not merely about rules but about character development. In the context of public service, how can this idea be applied to ensure ethical decision-making among civil servants?

**Q7. Aristotle’s concept of Eudaimonia (human flourishing) suggests that ethics is not merely about rules but about character development. In the context of public service, how can this idea be appli...