In this post, we discuss the Anti-Defection Law which has been part of the Indian Constitution since 1985. The law sets the provisions for disqualification of elected members on the grounds of defection to another political party (Eg: If elected MPs of Congress shift their allegiance to BJP or vice … [Read more...] about Anti-Defection Law: Is it time for reconsideration?
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Marksheet of UPSC Civil Services Exam 2015 Published: A Quick Analysis
UPSC published the marksheet of all candidates who took Civil Services Preliminary and Main exam 2015. ClearIAS in this post has included a brief analysis of the trends in UPSC marks for different papers in last few years too. Candidates who took CSE 2015 Prelims/Mains/Interview can post their marks … [Read more...] about Marksheet of UPSC Civil Services Exam 2015 Published: A Quick Analysis
UPSC declares cutoff marks for Civil Services Exam 2015
UPSC declared the cutoff marks for Civil Services Exam 2015 as well as Indian Forestry Services Exam 2015. UPSC uses the term minimum qualifying standard (marks) instead of cut-off score. In the Civil Services Examination, 2015 the minimum qualifying standards (marks)/marks secured by the last … [Read more...] about UPSC declares cutoff marks for Civil Services Exam 2015
Tina Dabi IAS: First Rank in First Attempt at UPSC Civil Services Exam
Tina Dabi at 22 has achieved what many would have taken years to achieve. She is now into the prestigious Indian Administrative Service (IAS), that too by securing the first rank in her first attempt at UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE). Tina has opted for the IAS, with Haryana as her cadre … [Read more...] about Tina Dabi IAS: First Rank in First Attempt at UPSC Civil Services Exam
Ranklist of UPSC Civil Services Exam 2015 Published: Tina Dabi is the topper
UPSC has published the final results of UPSC Civil Services Exam 2015. Out of the 1164 vacancies for which UPSC conducted the Civil Services Exam (CSE), 1078 candidates are recommended in the first rank list. 86 remaining posts are to be filled from the consolidated reserve list maintained by UPSC … [Read more...] about Ranklist of UPSC Civil Services Exam 2015 Published: Tina Dabi is the topper
Educational Qualification Requirement for IAS Exam: Clear Your Doubts
Despite having a detailed FAQ section and a post on IAS exam eligibility, we get lot of queries from UPSC aspirants regarding the educational qualifications for IAS exam. We feel a new post on the educational qualification for UPSC CSE would clear the doubts of many. If you still have queries, feel … [Read more...] about Educational Qualification Requirement for IAS Exam: Clear Your Doubts
UPSC Civil Services Exam 2016 Notification is out!
So here comes the notification which is much awaited! UPSC has published the notification for Civil Services Exam 2016, popularly known as 'IAS exam'. The Civil Services Exam(CSE) notification starts the exam cycle, which is almost 1 year long. As of now, applications are invited for the first … [Read more...] about UPSC Civil Services Exam 2016 Notification is out!
How Smart Aspirants Clear UPSC Prelims by Smart Work?
Are you serious about IAS preparation? Then it's time you should devote attention to smart work along with the hard work. How smart aspirants clear UPSC Prelims by Smart Work? Read to know more. Only serious aspirants clear UPSC Prelims, Mains, and Interview. UPSC exam demands hard work. But … [Read more...] about How Smart Aspirants Clear UPSC Prelims by Smart Work?
Erosion and Deposition: Action of Wind and Waves
In the previous articles, we have been discussing various exogenic geomorphic agents like water (running water and groundwater) and glaciers. We have seen the evolution of landforms due to these agents. In this post, we discuss in detail how the wind and the waves cause the evolution of various … [Read more...] about Erosion and Deposition: Action of Wind and Waves
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code: Why do we need it now?
India did not have a single bankruptcy code. What we had were age-old laws which are in conflict with each other. Lack of an insolvency and bankruptcy code had proved costly for the creditors (mainly banks) in many cases like the recent Kingfisher Airlines case. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code … [Read more...] about Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code: Why do we need it now?
