IAS Gyan

Prelims

  • Prelims
  • 28 Mar, 2024
  • TYPES OF FINANCING IN ECONOMICS

    In economics, financing refers to the ways individuals, businesses, and governments obtain funds for their activities. Various methods exist, from traditional debt and equity financing to modern approaches like crowdfunding and venture capital. Understanding these concepts is essential for UPSC exam preparation.

  • Prelims
  • 19 Mar, 2024
  • COMPUTING CONCEPTS IN NEWS (PART I)

    A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a service that allows us to securely connect to the internet through an encrypted tunnel. It helps protect our online privacy and data by hiding your IP address and encrypting our internet connection, which makes it more difficult for others to track our online activities or intercept our data. VPNs are commonly used for accessing region-restricted websites or services, bypassing censorship, securing public Wi-Fi connections, and maintaining anonymity online.

  • Prelims
  • 12 Mar, 2024
  • DISEASES AND ITS TYPES

    Diseases are abnormal conditions that affect the body's normal functioning. They can be caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, as well as by non-infectious factors such as genetic mutations, lifestyle choices, and environmental factors.

  • Prelims
  • 19 Feb, 2024
  • UNIQUE MATERIALS PROPERTIES AND TYPES OF POLYMERS

    Polymers are large molecules made up of repeating structural units called monomers. They can be classified into several types based on their structure, properties, and uses.

  • Prelims
  • 17 Feb, 2024
  • MARITIME SECURITY IN THE INDIAN OCEAN REGION

    The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) holds immense strategic importance due to its vast expanse of waterways, which serve as critical arteries for global trade and commerce. However, this region is also plagued by a myriad of security challenges, ranging from piracy and maritime terrorism to territorial disputes and illegal fishing activities. In this blog, we will delve into the key challenges facing maritime security in the IOR and explore the strategies employed to address them.

  • Prelims
  • 06 Feb, 2024
  • Important Committees and their Mandates (for UPSC Exam)

    Important Committees and their Mandates for UPSC Exam

  • Prelims
  • 22 Jan, 2024
  • TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE OF INDIA

    The Nagara style of temple architecture, in which Ayodhya's Ram temple is being built, is a significant tradition with its roots in northern India.

  • Prelims
  • 17 Jan, 2024
  • INDIAN MISSILES: AN OVERVIEW

    India has a storied history in missile technology, dating back to the 18th century with the deployment of Mysorean rockets in warfare. Post-independence, research resumed, leading to nuclear weapons development and various missile programs in the 1970s. Despite initial challenges, experiences from projects like Project Devil contributed to the development of the Prithvi series.

  • Prelims
  • 03 Jan, 2024
  • A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE UNITED NATIONS CLIMATE CHANGE CONFERENCES: COPS 1-28

    The Conference of the Parties (COP) is the principal decision-making body under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). It convenes annually, bringing together representatives from the 197 nations that are parties to the Convention, along with the European Union.

  • Prelims
  • 28 May, 2023
  • UPSC CSAT 2023 Question Paper 

    The Union Public Service Commission conducted the UPSC CSE Prelims Paper 1 and Paper 2 today, May 28, 2023. The GS Paper-I was conducted from 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM. Students found the GS exam to be moderate.
    In the second session, UPSC Conducted the Paper-II (CSAT) exam from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The Civil Services Aptitude Test, also known as General Studies Paper-II, tests the analytical skills, reasoning ability, and aptitude of Civil Services aspirants.
    The UPSC Prelims Paper-II had 80 objective-type questions. Candidates were allotted complete 2 hours to attempt these questions. CSAT is a qualifying examination, where candidates are required to score a minimum of 33% to qualify it.
    As per the initial reactions of the candidates, the CSAT Paper-II was moderate to difficult. The reading comprehension part was lengthy.

  • Prelims
  • 28 May, 2023
  • UPSC PRELIMS 2023 Questions

    The Union Public Service Commission successfully conducted the UPSC CSE Prelims Paper-I today, May 28, 2023. The General Studies (GS Paper 1) was held from 9:30 AM to 11:30 at various examination centres across the country.
    The UPSC Prelims Paper-II (CSAT) will be held today from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Meanwhile, students, teachers, and parents can check the GS Paper-1 exam analysis here. As per the initial reaction of the students, the first paper (General Studies) was moderate. Candidates also felt that the Prelims cutoff is expected to rise this year.
    The UPSC CSE Paper-I had 100 questions carrying a total of 200 marks. Candidates were given complete 2 hours to complete the GS Paper-1. Candidates must note that the General Studies Paper will be considered for the Prelims cutoff.