The Doing Business project by the World Bank provides objective measures of business regulations for local firms in 190 economies. India, recently, has been performing quite well of the Ease of Doing Business Rankings. India now ranks 77 among 190 economies (2019). What is Ease of Doing Business … [Read more...] about Ease of Doing Business – ‘The Rank’ Explained
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UPSC Civil Services Exam – The Beginner’s Guide to Success (PDF) – Now Available to Download (FREE)
ClearIAS has published a new ebook (PDF) "UPSC Civil Services Exam – The Beginner’s Guide to Success". Aspirants who dream to start a career in IAS, IPS, or IFS can download this book (PDF) for FREE from ClearIAS Online Book Store. Download PDF (FREE) UPSC Civil Services Exam - The Beginner's … [Read more...] about UPSC Civil Services Exam – The Beginner’s Guide to Success (PDF) – Now Available to Download (FREE)
ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsule October 2018 – Monthly MCQs eBook (PDF) Now Available to Download (for FREE)
The latest ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsule (for the month of October 2018) is released. The Monthly MCQs eBooks (PDFs) can be downloaded for FREE from the ClearIAS Store – for a limited period. What is peculiar about ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsules? ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsules (CCC) are … [Read more...] about ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsule October 2018 – Monthly MCQs eBook (PDF) Now Available to Download (for FREE)
Prelims OR Mains – Which Stage (Topics) Should You Prepare First for UPSC Civil Services Exam?
As a beginner, should you start with UPSC Civil Services Exam Prelims Topics first? Or is it a better strategy to begin with Mains related topics, and then move on to Prelims Topics? "UPSC Prelims OR Mains First?" - that's an important decision. Some aspirants prefer to start from Prelims … [Read more...] about Prelims OR Mains – Which Stage (Topics) Should You Prepare First for UPSC Civil Services Exam?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel – Biography, Facts, Life, and Contributions to Modern India
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was a senior leader of the Indian National Congress and a prominent figure in the Indian Freedom Struggle, who later became India's first Deputy Prime Minister and first Home Minister. Sardar Patel's contribution in integrating 565 princely states into a newly independent … [Read more...] about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel – Biography, Facts, Life, and Contributions to Modern India
Old NCERT vs New NCERT – Which Textbooks Should You Read For UPSC Exam Preparation?
Old NCERT vs. New NCERT debate: As a UPSC aspirant, should you read old NCERT books OR should you just focus on the new NCERTs? This is a confusing choice for many IAS aspirants. In this post, we shall brief you on the significance of NCERT books, a list of important NCERT books, a provision … [Read more...] about Old NCERT vs New NCERT – Which Textbooks Should You Read For UPSC Exam Preparation?
GovernEye – How Can This Democracy App Help Your UPSC Preparation?
Have you ever come across a new mobile app called GovernEye? GovernEye can be called a Democracy App. This app connects ordinary citizens with politicians, journalists, and social activists - to have meaningful discussions. It facilitates the sharing of ideas, issues, and updates related to … [Read more...] about GovernEye – How Can This Democracy App Help Your UPSC Preparation?
Sabarimala Temple Issue – Should Women of All Ages Be Allowed To Enter?
Sabarimala Temple row is all about the conflict between tradition and women rights. As per traditions and customs, women between 10 and 50 years of age were not allowed to enter into Sabarimala Temple. But the situation changed when the Supreme Court on September 28, 2018, ruled that … [Read more...] about Sabarimala Temple Issue – Should Women of All Ages Be Allowed To Enter?
Modern Slavery – Why Contemporary Slavery in India Should Be an Urgent Concern?
Yes, even after slavery is abolished, many people live the life of slaves - modern slaves. According to a Walk Free Foundation report in 2016, there were 46 million people enslaved worldwide in 2016. There were 18.3 million people in India living in the forms of modern slavery (about 39% of … [Read more...] about Modern Slavery – Why Contemporary Slavery in India Should Be an Urgent Concern?
American Revolution – How America Overturned Monarchy and Became Independent, Rich, and Powerful?
Have you ever wondered what is the significance of the American Revolution? The main significance is that the war ended the "Divine Right of Kingship". America overturned Monarchy (rule by kings) and it became a Republic (head of the state is not hereditary). And finally, America became the … [Read more...] about American Revolution – How America Overturned Monarchy and Became Independent, Rich, and Powerful?
