Wisdom Tree, the publisher which has reputed books like 'Applied Diplomacy' and 'India and the World' under its name join hands with clearias.com for an essay writing contest for civil services aspirants. All you have to do is write an essay on the topic "Harnessing the true potential of the Indian … [Read more...] about Clear IAS-Wisdom Tree Essay Writing Contest for Civil Services Aspirants
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Different soil types in India: Understand the differences using an Easy-to-Learn Table
This post is a continuation of our previous article on Soils of India: Classification and Characteristics. The Indian council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) set up an All India Soil Survey Committee in 1953 which divided the Indian soils into eight major groups. For ease of understanding and … [Read more...] about Different soil types in India: Understand the differences using an Easy-to-Learn Table
Soils of India: Classification and Characteristics
The soils of India are diverse and have led to a rich mosaic of agricultural practices, with different crops and cropping systems suited to specific soil and climatic conditions. Soil management and conservation practices are crucial for sustaining agricultural productivity and food security in the … [Read more...] about Soils of India: Classification and Characteristics
Clear IAS App Celebrates the First Birthday with a New Version!
Yes, today is the first anniversary of Clear IAS android app and the third anniversary for clearias.com! It was twelve months back on June 8, 2014 that Clear IAS android app was launched on Google Play store. Now, after one year - thanks to the fantastic reception by aspirants across India - Clear … [Read more...] about Clear IAS App Celebrates the First Birthday with a New Version!
Medieval India: Rulers and Buildings (NCERT)
In this article on Medieval India, we plan to cover the topic 'Rulers and Buildings - Medieval India'. The reference material for this post is NCERT History text for Class 7 (Our past -1). Only main points from the chapters are compiled below. These points might come quite handy during preparation … [Read more...] about Medieval India: Rulers and Buildings (NCERT)
Union Budget of India 2015-16 Highlights and Analysis
What make a budget good or bad are not some populist announcements or tax incentives. Unlike the traditional media, what serious aspirants should look at the budget is not if the budget increase the cost of mobile phone, liquor or gold. What makes a budget good or bad are some figures - the … [Read more...] about Union Budget of India 2015-16 Highlights and Analysis
Economic Survey 2014-15 Summary
Economic Survey, the annual flagship document of the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance is the best material to study the state of Indian Economy. ClearIAS.com has been publishing short summaries of Economic Surveys for last two years (read Economic Survey 2012-13 summary and … [Read more...] about Economic Survey 2014-15 Summary
Changes in UPSC Civil Services Exam Pattern for 2015
UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE) 2015 notification is published. The date of the Prelims exam is 23rd August 2015. There are approximately 1129 vacancies (around 150 vacancies less than the number of vacancies reported for 2014). The online Applications can be filled up to 19th June,2015 till … [Read more...] about Changes in UPSC Civil Services Exam Pattern for 2015
Clear IAS Releases Free iPhone App for UPSC Exam Preparation
Yes, Clear IAS iPhone app can now be downloaded from App Store! The good news comes at a time when the Android version of Clear IAS app crossed more than 75,000 downloads (within 9 months of its launch)! Both iOS version and Android Version of Clear IAS mobile app are absolutely FREE. Our goal is to … [Read more...] about Clear IAS Releases Free iPhone App for UPSC Exam Preparation
India and the World – Through the Eyes of Indian Diplomats: Book Review
Who else is better to talk about foreign relations of India than former Ambassadors? What if 33 former Ambassadors come together and jointly write a book? The end product is the rightly named "India and the World - Through the Eyes of Indian Diplomats". This book fills the lacunae of authentic … [Read more...] about India and the World – Through the Eyes of Indian Diplomats: Book Review
