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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
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Deepak Prakash, MD at Civils Phodo!!
UPSC: 3 Mains, 2 Interviews (5803989)
MA in IR from the USA,
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash (English)
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
13 Jan, 14:37
Which of the following statements about fire retardants, particularly Phos-Chek, is/are correct?
1. Fire retardants are chemical mixtures used to extinguish or slow the spread of fires, and they are most commonly used in wildfires in the US.
2. Phos-Chek, a widely used fire retardant, contains ammonium polyphosphate, which does not evaporate easily and stays for longer compared to water.
3. The color of fire retardants is added to help firefighters see the retardant against the landscape and create fire lines around it.
4. Environmental experts have raised concerns that fire retardants are ineffective, expensive, and a growing source of pollution in rivers and streams.
5. Phos-Chek contains toxic metals like chromium and cadmium, which can cause cancer, kidney and liver diseases in humans, and harm aquatic life.
1. Fire retardants are chemical mixtures used to extinguish or slow the spread of fires, and they are most commonly used in wildfires in the US.
2. Phos-Chek, a widely used fire retardant, contains ammonium polyphosphate, which does not evaporate easily and stays for longer compared to water.
3. The color of fire retardants is added to help firefighters see the retardant against the landscape and create fire lines around it.
4. Environmental experts have raised concerns that fire retardants are ineffective, expensive, and a growing source of pollution in rivers and streams.
5. Phos-Chek contains toxic metals like chromium and cadmium, which can cause cancer, kidney and liver diseases in humans, and harm aquatic life.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
13 Jan, 14:32
Which of the following statements about the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) is/are correct?
1. The NPOP was launched in 2017 to promote sustainable farming practices and boost the organic agriculture sector in India.
2. The programme aims to enhance India's competitiveness in the global organic market by setting high standards for organic products.
3. NPOP focuses solely on domestic organic farming without considering international trade.
4. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is the implementing agency for this programme under the Ministry of Commerce & Industries.
5. The programme includes the accreditation of Certification Bodies, setting standards for organic production, and promoting organic marketing.
1. The NPOP was launched in 2017 to promote sustainable farming practices and boost the organic agriculture sector in India.
2. The programme aims to enhance India's competitiveness in the global organic market by setting high standards for organic products.
3. NPOP focuses solely on domestic organic farming without considering international trade.
4. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is the implementing agency for this programme under the Ministry of Commerce & Industries.
5. The programme includes the accreditation of Certification Bodies, setting standards for organic production, and promoting organic marketing.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
13 Jan, 14:28
The Hindu!! Centre's panel clears exploratory drilling in Assam gibbon sanctuary.
#nationalpark
#nationalpark
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
13 Jan, 14:24
Which of the following statements about the Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary is/are correct?
1. It is located in the West Kameng district of Arunachal, India.
2. The sanctuary is named after the hoolock gibbon, which is found in dense populations within the region.
3. The topography of the sanctuary slopes from northwest to southeast.
4. The Bhogdoi River, which borders the sanctuary, supports waterlogged areas with semi-hydrophytic plants.
5. The sanctuary is home to India’s only gibbons, the hoolock gibbons, and the Bengal slow loris.
6. The flora of the sanctuary includes the Hollong tree in the upper canopy and Nahar in the middle canopy.
1. It is located in the West Kameng district of Arunachal, India.
2. The sanctuary is named after the hoolock gibbon, which is found in dense populations within the region.
3. The topography of the sanctuary slopes from northwest to southeast.
4. The Bhogdoi River, which borders the sanctuary, supports waterlogged areas with semi-hydrophytic plants.
5. The sanctuary is home to India’s only gibbons, the hoolock gibbons, and the Bengal slow loris.
6. The flora of the sanctuary includes the Hollong tree in the upper canopy and Nahar in the middle canopy.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
13 Jan, 14:20
The Indian Express!! (Killing of 5 Maoists)
#nationalpark
#species
#nationalpark
#species
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
13 Jan, 14:17
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Indravati National Park?
1. Indravati National Park is located in Chhattisgarh and was established in 1981.
2. The park is home to the largest population of wild Asian Water buffaloes in India.
3. It was declared as a tiger reserve in 1983 under Project Tiger.
4. The park comprises mainly moist mixed deciduous forests without teak and Southern Dry Mixed Deciduous forests.
1. Indravati National Park is located in Chhattisgarh and was established in 1981.
2. The park is home to the largest population of wild Asian Water buffaloes in India.
3. It was declared as a tiger reserve in 1983 under Project Tiger.
4. The park comprises mainly moist mixed deciduous forests without teak and Southern Dry Mixed Deciduous forests.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
03 Jan, 13:01
UDISE+ Report!! Threadbare Analysis. Important for Prelims!!
https://youtu.be/eyioTBjQnos?si=HzsHyEdeP4z8JGzu
https://youtu.be/eyioTBjQnos?si=HzsHyEdeP4z8JGzu
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
03 Jan, 12:55
Consider the following statements regarding the Pallas’s cat and the snow leopard:
1. The Pallas’s cat is smaller in size compared to the snow leopard and inhabits mountainous plains and semi-desert foothills in Central Asia.
2. Both the Pallas’s cat and the snow leopard belong to the family Felidae, but only the snow leopard is classified under the genus Panthera.
3. The snow leopard is found in a higher range of altitudes compared to the Pallas’s cat and is known to inhabit areas up to 18,000 feet in elevation.
4. While the Pallas’s cat is listed as "Least Concern" on the IUCN Red List, the snow leopard is categorized as "Critically Endangered."
1. The Pallas’s cat is smaller in size compared to the snow leopard and inhabits mountainous plains and semi-desert foothills in Central Asia.
2. Both the Pallas’s cat and the snow leopard belong to the family Felidae, but only the snow leopard is classified under the genus Panthera.
3. The snow leopard is found in a higher range of altitudes compared to the Pallas’s cat and is known to inhabit areas up to 18,000 feet in elevation.
4. While the Pallas’s cat is listed as "Least Concern" on the IUCN Red List, the snow leopard is categorized as "Critically Endangered."
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
03 Jan, 12:49
Consider the following statements regarding the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+):
1. UDISE+ is a data aggregation platform under the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
2. It aims to ensure transparency, monitor progress, and identify gaps in education through accurate, student-wise data collection.
3. According to the UDISE+ 2023-24 report, there was an overall drop in total enrolment of students compared to 2022-23.
4. The report highlights a decrease in enrolment among Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, OBCs, and Minority students in 2023-24.
5. Around 20% of the country's school has no functional toilet.
1. UDISE+ is a data aggregation platform under the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
2. It aims to ensure transparency, monitor progress, and identify gaps in education through accurate, student-wise data collection.
3. According to the UDISE+ 2023-24 report, there was an overall drop in total enrolment of students compared to 2022-23.
4. The report highlights a decrease in enrolment among Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, OBCs, and Minority students in 2023-24.
5. Around 20% of the country's school has no functional toilet.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
03 Jan, 12:33
Przewalski horse: 2nd mention in last 6 months. Important for Prelims.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
03 Jan, 12:30
Consider the following statements regarding Hustai National Park:
1. Hustai National Park is located in Central Mongolia and was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2002.
2. It is primarily known for the conservation of the endangered snow leopard.
3. The park is home to a sustainable population of Przewalski's horses, also known as Takhi, reintroduced through a breeding program.
4. The Takhi can be best observed near rivers during early morning and evening hours.
1. Hustai National Park is located in Central Mongolia and was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2002.
2. It is primarily known for the conservation of the endangered snow leopard.
3. The park is home to a sustainable population of Przewalski's horses, also known as Takhi, reintroduced through a breeding program.
4. The Takhi can be best observed near rivers during early morning and evening hours.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
03 Jan, 10:22
Those who couldn't watch it can watch it over here!!
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
01 Jan, 05:48
This calendar is for all of you to track your progress until 25th May!! New year means new energy, new commitments and many more.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
31 Dec, 15:47
Consider the following statements regarding the Parker Solar Probe:
1. The Parker Solar Probe was launched by NASA in 2018 to study the Sun's outer corona.
2. It utilizes the gravitational pull of Venus to tighten its orbit and move closer to the Sun.
3. The spacecraft is equipped with a solar shield made of a carbon–carbon composite and a carbon foam core to withstand temperatures exceeding 1370°C.
4. One of the probe’s objectives is to study the mechanisms that accelerate and transport energetic particles within the Sun’s atmosphere.
1. The Parker Solar Probe was launched by NASA in 2018 to study the Sun's outer corona.
2. It utilizes the gravitational pull of Venus to tighten its orbit and move closer to the Sun.
3. The spacecraft is equipped with a solar shield made of a carbon–carbon composite and a carbon foam core to withstand temperatures exceeding 1370°C.
4. One of the probe’s objectives is to study the mechanisms that accelerate and transport energetic particles within the Sun’s atmosphere.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
31 Dec, 15:36
Consider the following statements regarding Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary and the Fishing Cat:
1. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Godavari estuary in Andhra Pradesh, and it is the second-largest stretch of mangrove forests in India.
2. The sanctuary serves as a breeding ground for Olive Ridley turtles and is known for its extensive mangrove vegetation, including species like Rhizophora and Avicennia.
3. The Fishing Cat, found in Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, is listed as Endangered under the IUCN Red List and is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
4. Fishing Cats are excellent swimmers and primarily inhabit wetlands, swamps, and mangrove forests.
1. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Godavari estuary in Andhra Pradesh, and it is the second-largest stretch of mangrove forests in India.
2. The sanctuary serves as a breeding ground for Olive Ridley turtles and is known for its extensive mangrove vegetation, including species like Rhizophora and Avicennia.
3. The Fishing Cat, found in Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, is listed as Endangered under the IUCN Red List and is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
4. Fishing Cats are excellent swimmers and primarily inhabit wetlands, swamps, and mangrove forests.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
31 Dec, 15:21
With reference to Private Member Bills in the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements:
1. A Private Member Bill can only be introduced by a member of the opposition.
2. The procedure for passing a Private Member Bill is different from that of a Public Bill.
3. Private Member Bills have a lower chance of being passed in Parliament compared to Public Bills.
4. The introduction of a Private Member Bill reflects the views of non-ministerial members on public matters.
1. A Private Member Bill can only be introduced by a member of the opposition.
2. The procedure for passing a Private Member Bill is different from that of a Public Bill.
3. Private Member Bills have a lower chance of being passed in Parliament compared to Public Bills.
4. The introduction of a Private Member Bill reflects the views of non-ministerial members on public matters.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
31 Dec, 15:14
Consider the following statements regarding the H-1B visa program:
1. It is primarily aimed at addressing the skills gap in sectors like IT, engineering, healthcare, and research by employing foreign talent.
2. The visa is initially issued for a period of three years, extendable up to six years.
3. The H-1B visa holders are not eligible to apply for permanent residency.
4. There is an annual cap of 65,000 visas, with an additional 20,000 reserved for individuals holding advanced degrees from U.S. institutions.
1. It is primarily aimed at addressing the skills gap in sectors like IT, engineering, healthcare, and research by employing foreign talent.
2. The visa is initially issued for a period of three years, extendable up to six years.
3. The H-1B visa holders are not eligible to apply for permanent residency.
4. There is an annual cap of 65,000 visas, with an additional 20,000 reserved for individuals holding advanced degrees from U.S. institutions.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
31 Dec, 11:20
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➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
31 Dec, 07:32
Those who could not watch it can watch it over here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/qh3y-byV8oA?si=YVwNM7fYWb5IzkMy
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
25 Dec, 16:53
Should I take a session on the extradition of Sheikh Hasina??
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
25 Dec, 14:11
Consider the following statements concerning remittances:
1. India got 20% of global remittances in 2024, the highest since the turn of the millennium for any country.
2. Following India, China received the second highest amount of remittances;
3. In countries like Nepal, Nicaragua, Lebanon etc remittances formed over 25% of the GDP in 2024.
1. India got 20% of global remittances in 2024, the highest since the turn of the millennium for any country.
2. Following India, China received the second highest amount of remittances;
3. In countries like Nepal, Nicaragua, Lebanon etc remittances formed over 25% of the GDP in 2024.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
25 Dec, 13:53
Consider the following statements about the Lion-Tailed Macaque (Macaca silenus):
1. It is an Old World monkey that is endemic to the Western Ghats of India and primarily inhabits tropical evergreen rainforests.
2. The species is listed as 'Vulnerable' on the IUCN Red List due to habitat fragmentation and poaching for its unique fur.
3. The diet of the Lion-Tailed Macaque is primarily frugivorous, but it also includes insects, small mammals, and leaves.
4. Conservation efforts for the Lion-Tailed Macaque include the establishment of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
5. The Lion-Tailed Macaque exhibits a unique social structure where dominant females lead the troop, unlike the typical male-dominated primate hierarchies.
6. One of the major threats to the Lion-Tailed Macaque population is human-wildlife conflict, particularly with farmers in the Western Ghats region.
1. It is an Old World monkey that is endemic to the Western Ghats of India and primarily inhabits tropical evergreen rainforests.
2. The species is listed as 'Vulnerable' on the IUCN Red List due to habitat fragmentation and poaching for its unique fur.
3. The diet of the Lion-Tailed Macaque is primarily frugivorous, but it also includes insects, small mammals, and leaves.
4. Conservation efforts for the Lion-Tailed Macaque include the establishment of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
5. The Lion-Tailed Macaque exhibits a unique social structure where dominant females lead the troop, unlike the typical male-dominated primate hierarchies.
6. One of the major threats to the Lion-Tailed Macaque population is human-wildlife conflict, particularly with farmers in the Western Ghats region.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
25 Dec, 11:18
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➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
Introducing our PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) Optional Subject Programme starting on 1st December 2024. 🎯 Boost your preparation with expert guidance, structured learning, and a strategic approach designed to help you maximize your score in the mains examination!
💡 Why Choose Our PSIR Programme?
➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
25 Dec, 09:49
Those who could not attend the session can watch it over here:
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
05 Dec, 03:54
Food for the day:
1. AgroForestry: what is it, government policies to promote it, what are the climate harms associated with it?? Does it promote biodiversity or harm it? Way forward
2. Caste Census: what is it?, History of it, benefits of caste census, drawbacks of caste census, would it promote caste consciousness, way forward.
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1. AgroForestry: what is it, government policies to promote it, what are the climate harms associated with it?? Does it promote biodiversity or harm it? Way forward
2. Caste Census: what is it?, History of it, benefits of caste census, drawbacks of caste census, would it promote caste consciousness, way forward.
#searchit
#milkarphodenge
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
04 Dec, 16:35
A highly grounded aspirant!! Rajan Kumar Singh, who attained 59th rank in the 69th BPSC, visited the centre today. We at Civils Phodo helped him to secure 59 rank here in BPSC and His long-term aspiration is UPSC and we are dedicated to providing him with comprehensive guidance to help him realize his goal. Congratulations once again on his new role as a BAS officer!! His detailed video will be released soon.
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
04 Dec, 15:17
Consider the following statements regarding the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991:
1. The Act was enacted to maintain the religious character of places of worship as it existed on January 26, 1950.
2. The Act prohibits the conversion of any place of worship from one religious denomination to another, but allows for the restoration of religious places to their original state.
3. The Act applies to all religious places of worship across India, except for disputes pending in courts as of the commencement of this Act.
4. The Act provides protection from legal proceedings for actions taken in good faith to prevent the desecration of a place of worship.
5. Violation of the Act can result in imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.
1. The Act was enacted to maintain the religious character of places of worship as it existed on January 26, 1950.
2. The Act prohibits the conversion of any place of worship from one religious denomination to another, but allows for the restoration of religious places to their original state.
3. The Act applies to all religious places of worship across India, except for disputes pending in courts as of the commencement of this Act.
4. The Act provides protection from legal proceedings for actions taken in good faith to prevent the desecration of a place of worship.
5. Violation of the Act can result in imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
04 Dec, 15:09
Consider the following statements regarding extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA):
1. ecDNA is a circular fragment of genetic material that breaks away from chromosomes and floats freely in the cell.
2. ecDNA contributes to the progression of cancer by increasing the activity of oncogenes.
3. ecDNA violates Mendel’s third law of independent assortment by clustering together during cell division.
1. ecDNA is a circular fragment of genetic material that breaks away from chromosomes and floats freely in the cell.
2. ecDNA contributes to the progression of cancer by increasing the activity of oncogenes.
3. ecDNA violates Mendel’s third law of independent assortment by clustering together during cell division.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
04 Dec, 14:59
Consider the following statements regarding biodiversity in India:
1. India is one of the 17 megadiverse countries in the world.
2. The Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas are two of the eight 'hottest' biodiversity hotspots in the world.
3. The Sundarbans is the 2nd largest mangrove forest in the world and is home to the Bengal Tiger.
4. India is home to four of the world's 36 recognized biodiversity hotspots: The Himalayas, the Western Ghats, the Indo-Burma region, and Sundaland.
5. India hosts a diverse range of species, including around 8% of the world's mammalian species, over 12% of bird species, and approximately 18% of all flowering plant species.
1. India is one of the 17 megadiverse countries in the world.
2. The Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas are two of the eight 'hottest' biodiversity hotspots in the world.
3. The Sundarbans is the 2nd largest mangrove forest in the world and is home to the Bengal Tiger.
4. India is home to four of the world's 36 recognized biodiversity hotspots: The Himalayas, the Western Ghats, the Indo-Burma region, and Sundaland.
5. India hosts a diverse range of species, including around 8% of the world's mammalian species, over 12% of bird species, and approximately 18% of all flowering plant species.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
04 Dec, 14:47
Consider the following statements regarding the Spade-toothed Whale (Mesoplodon traversii):
1. The Spade-toothed Whale is considered the world's rarest whale, with no live sightings ever recorded.
2. The first known remains of the Spade-toothed Whale were discovered in 1872 on Pitt Island, New Zealand.
3. Only six complete specimens of the Spade-toothed Whale have ever been documented, all found in the southern Pacific Ocean.
4. The Spade-toothed Whale is listed as "Data Deficient" on the IUCN Red List due to the lack of information about its population and habitat.
1. The Spade-toothed Whale is considered the world's rarest whale, with no live sightings ever recorded.
2. The first known remains of the Spade-toothed Whale were discovered in 1872 on Pitt Island, New Zealand.
3. Only six complete specimens of the Spade-toothed Whale have ever been documented, all found in the southern Pacific Ocean.
4. The Spade-toothed Whale is listed as "Data Deficient" on the IUCN Red List due to the lack of information about its population and habitat.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
27 Nov, 07:26
Due to my preoccupations at Hospital, I couldn't know about the 69th BPSC result. As of now, many candidates have been selected from Civils Phodo. I am sharing a few names now.
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27 Nov, 07:18
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for keeping me and my family in prayer. Her condition is improving and she should be discharged by tomorrow. Thanks a lot once again!!
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27 Nov, 06:13
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➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
Introducing our PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) Optional Subject Programme starting on 1st December 2024. 🎯 Boost your preparation with expert guidance, structured learning, and a strategic approach designed to help you maximize your score in the mains examination!
💡 Why Choose Our PSIR Programme?
➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
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26 Nov, 10:26
I am very thankful to all of you for your good wishes. Her condition is improving. Will update you further.
Regards,
Deepak Prakash
Regards,
Deepak Prakash
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
26 Nov, 06:13
📚 Ready to Ace Your Mains Exam? Here's your golden opportunity! 🌟
Introducing our PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) Optional Subject Programme starting on 1st December 2024. 🎯 Boost your preparation with expert guidance, structured learning, and a strategic approach designed to help you maximize your score in the mains examination!
💡 Why Choose Our PSIR Programme?
➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
Introducing our PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) Optional Subject Programme starting on 1st December 2024. 🎯 Boost your preparation with expert guidance, structured learning, and a strategic approach designed to help you maximize your score in the mains examination!
💡 Why Choose Our PSIR Programme?
➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
25 Nov, 06:13
📚 Ready to Ace Your Mains Exam? Here's your golden opportunity! 🌟
Introducing our PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) Optional Subject Programme starting on 1st December 2024. 🎯 Boost your preparation with expert guidance, structured learning, and a strategic approach designed to help you maximize your score in the mains examination!
💡 Why Choose Our PSIR Programme?
➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
Introducing our PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) Optional Subject Programme starting on 1st December 2024. 🎯 Boost your preparation with expert guidance, structured learning, and a strategic approach designed to help you maximize your score in the mains examination!
💡 Why Choose Our PSIR Programme?
➡️ Comprehensive Coverage: We ensure thorough understanding of the syllabus, tackling even the most challenging topics.
➡️ Guidance Under Deepak Prakash Sir: Gold Medalist in Political Science, MS in International Relations and Diplomacy from the USA, himself secured 280+ in optional PSIR and has a track record of guiding many PSIR students.
➡️ Strategic Approach: Focus on high-scoring areas with tailored study plans, notes, and regular tests.
➡️ Flexible Learning Modes: Classroom or live online classes—choose the mode that suits you best!
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
24 Nov, 21:37
Not sharing any graphics now!! But my better half is in immense pain and right now admitted in ICU of one of the hospitals of Bihar. Doctors are doing well and I hope she will be okay in a couple of days (right now her condition isn't okay). In the meanwhile, to be with my wife I won't be available here online. In case, someone wants to know any information concerning me or courses, you can ping on 7209550222.
Kindly keep my family in your prayers.
Regards,
Deepak Prakash
Kindly keep my family in your prayers.
Regards,
Deepak Prakash
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
24 Nov, 11:56
Those who want to enroll for the Mains Test Series "Mains Phodo for 2025" can get information from the given link below. You can download PDF also from there about test schedule. It is a rigorous program giving you enough time for rigorous practice. Happy Writing!!
https://civilsphodo.in/testseries/#
https://civilsphodo.in/testseries/#
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
24 Nov, 08:00
Today, by 3 PM I will be posting the first mock test of Polity conducted at Civils Phodo today. You can attempt to see your preparation level while you can also think of enrolling in that program which is available at a very nominal cost of Rupees 999. Take care.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Nov, 13:04
Consider the following statements:
1. Enhancing Domestic Coking Coal Availability to Reduce the import of the Coking Coal report has been released by the Ministry of Coal;
2. Coking Coal has been included in the list of critical minerals;
3. The European Union has declared coking coal as a critical raw material along with 29 other raw materials which include green energy minerals like Lithium, Cobalt and Rare Earths;
4. India's import dependence on coking coal is about 85%;
1. Enhancing Domestic Coking Coal Availability to Reduce the import of the Coking Coal report has been released by the Ministry of Coal;
2. Coking Coal has been included in the list of critical minerals;
3. The European Union has declared coking coal as a critical raw material along with 29 other raw materials which include green energy minerals like Lithium, Cobalt and Rare Earths;
4. India's import dependence on coking coal is about 85%;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Nov, 12:37
Consider the following statements:
1. Jobs at Your Doorsteps is a skill gap study conducted by the Ministry of Skills and NGO skill centre;
2. In the agriculture sector, the study found more opportunities across jobs and an income enhancement in own farms along with possibilities of entrepreneurship;
3. The mining sector also emerged as a significant employer from a school-to-work perspective due to high demand of labour;
1. Jobs at Your Doorsteps is a skill gap study conducted by the Ministry of Skills and NGO skill centre;
2. In the agriculture sector, the study found more opportunities across jobs and an income enhancement in own farms along with possibilities of entrepreneurship;
3. The mining sector also emerged as a significant employer from a school-to-work perspective due to high demand of labour;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Nov, 11:56
Those who want to enroll for the Mains Test Series "Mains Phodo for 2025" can get information from the given link below. You can download PDF also from there about test schedule. It is a rigorous program giving you enough time for rigorous practice. Happy Writing!!
https://civilsphodo.in/testseries/#
https://civilsphodo.in/testseries/#
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Nov, 09:08
Today at 3:30 PM!!
https://www.youtube.com/live/hn_NOHRl9dU?si=a84jmZaMUf0-DUWW
https://www.youtube.com/live/hn_NOHRl9dU?si=a84jmZaMUf0-DUWW
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Nov, 09:03
https://www.youtube.com/live/d3Np0tZT0O0?si=1mWwxqUWdCu4UmbZ
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
21 Nov, 14:36
Consider the following statements:
1. Access to Nutrition Initiative is an initiative by WHO to check the preparedness of the world community concerning healthy foods;
2. The recent report found that leading food and beverage companies, on average, sell products that are less healthy in low and middle income countries compared to what they sell in high income countries;
3. As per Economic Survey of India 2023-24, 56.4% of the total disease burden in India is due to unhealthy diets;
1. Access to Nutrition Initiative is an initiative by WHO to check the preparedness of the world community concerning healthy foods;
2. The recent report found that leading food and beverage companies, on average, sell products that are less healthy in low and middle income countries compared to what they sell in high income countries;
3. As per Economic Survey of India 2023-24, 56.4% of the total disease burden in India is due to unhealthy diets;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
21 Nov, 14:21
Consider the following Statements:
1. In the Upendra Baxi versus State of UP case (1983), the court affirmed that prisoners have the right to live in humane conditions with dignity;
2. In Rama Murthy versus State of Karnataka case, the Supreme Court directed the government to address the key issues such as overcrowding, trial delays, torture and neglect in prisons;
3. In the Sukanya Shantha case, the SC ruled that the caste-based division of labour in prisons is unconstitutional;
1. In the Upendra Baxi versus State of UP case (1983), the court affirmed that prisoners have the right to live in humane conditions with dignity;
2. In Rama Murthy versus State of Karnataka case, the Supreme Court directed the government to address the key issues such as overcrowding, trial delays, torture and neglect in prisons;
3. In the Sukanya Shantha case, the SC ruled that the caste-based division of labour in prisons is unconstitutional;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
21 Nov, 14:04
Consider the following statements:
1. The State of the World's Children 2024 report has been released by UNICEF;
2. The report examines the impact of three long-term global forces - Climate and environmental crises, Demographic shifts, and Nuclear Technology - on Children's lives between now and 2050;
3. According to this report, Countries which may have the largest number of children in the 2050s are India> China> Nigeria> Pakistan> DRC.....in the same order;
1. The State of the World's Children 2024 report has been released by UNICEF;
2. The report examines the impact of three long-term global forces - Climate and environmental crises, Demographic shifts, and Nuclear Technology - on Children's lives between now and 2050;
3. According to this report, Countries which may have the largest number of children in the 2050s are India> China> Nigeria> Pakistan> DRC.....in the same order;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
21 Nov, 13:54
Consider the following statements:
1. CARICOM is an organisation of Caribbean countries and dependencies originally established as the Caribbean Community and Common Markets in 1973 by the treaty of Chaguaramas.
2. The CARICOM secretariat is in Georgetown, Guyana;
3. Recently, the Indian PM inaugurated the first India-CARICOM summit in Guyana;
1. CARICOM is an organisation of Caribbean countries and dependencies originally established as the Caribbean Community and Common Markets in 1973 by the treaty of Chaguaramas.
2. The CARICOM secretariat is in Georgetown, Guyana;
3. Recently, the Indian PM inaugurated the first India-CARICOM summit in Guyana;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
21 Nov, 12:46
Those who couldn't watch this session can watch it over here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/MG0jdMRYjmw?si=tVCpuPa66jJDPE5K
https://www.youtube.com/live/MG0jdMRYjmw?si=tVCpuPa66jJDPE5K
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
11 Nov, 06:11
Those who couldn't watch this session should watch it. It is very important and relevant for GS2, as well as Prelims 2025:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Mglq6lRKG9Q?si=J5aaJdbjsG8mhbjB
https://www.youtube.com/live/Mglq6lRKG9Q?si=J5aaJdbjsG8mhbjB
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
11 Nov, 06:10
Read: Private property and the ‘common good’: Unpacking the SC verdict
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/private-property-and-the-common-good-unpacking-the-sc-verdict-9663403/
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
11 Nov, 04:20
Hello all,
This is Deepak Prakash. I am encountering certain issues in accessing my account since the day it has been hacked. It has already been reported to Telegram about the issues I am encountering and I am hopeful that it should be resolved in a couple of hours.
Once again I am asking you not to click on any malicious link sent by your friends or near or dear ones.
Regards
This is Deepak Prakash. I am encountering certain issues in accessing my account since the day it has been hacked. It has already been reported to Telegram about the issues I am encountering and I am hopeful that it should be resolved in a couple of hours.
Once again I am asking you not to click on any malicious link sent by your friends or near or dear ones.
Regards
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
10 Nov, 18:00
One of the students asked that sir, can it be asked by UPSC in PSIR optional as part of Feminism and the answer is yes. Update your radical feminism notes with this concept.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
10 Nov, 17:17
4B movement, origin of it, meaning of it and why getting traction in the USA after Trump victory has been explained here.
https://youtube.com/shorts/tQx_73GOZcY?si=whYmf6GIPYPyHmsr
https://youtube.com/shorts/tQx_73GOZcY?si=whYmf6GIPYPyHmsr
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
10 Nov, 15:13
Consider the following statements:
1. 4B movement originally originated in the USA after the Trump's victory in 2016 and now once again has started gaining traction;
2. This movement calls for the refusal of dating men, sexual relationship with men, heterosexual marriage and childbirth;
3. It is a radical feminist movement which arose against the patriarchal and conservative cultures;
1. 4B movement originally originated in the USA after the Trump's victory in 2016 and now once again has started gaining traction;
2. This movement calls for the refusal of dating men, sexual relationship with men, heterosexual marriage and childbirth;
3. It is a radical feminist movement which arose against the patriarchal and conservative cultures;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
10 Nov, 15:01
Consider the following statements:
1. The India Ageing report has been published by the International Institute for Population Sciences;
2. The International Institute for Population Studies was established in 1956 under the joint sponsorship of the UNO, the GoI and Sir Dorabji Tata Trust;
3. It serves as a regional centre for training and research in population studies for the ESCAP region;
4. The institute is under the administrative control of Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India;
1. The India Ageing report has been published by the International Institute for Population Sciences;
2. The International Institute for Population Studies was established in 1956 under the joint sponsorship of the UNO, the GoI and Sir Dorabji Tata Trust;
3. It serves as a regional centre for training and research in population studies for the ESCAP region;
4. The institute is under the administrative control of Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Oct, 18:57
Those who think that they are mediocre and can't crack this examination can keep a photocopy of this picture beside their study table!! अपने अंदर के 🐯 🐯 टाइगर को जिंदा करो!!
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Oct, 18:28
Yesterday, in snippet form already explained this!! You can go through this. Important for GS2 as well as GS4.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Oct, 16:59
These questions are prepared with utmost attention. Kindly do attend these and make your preparation wholesome. It is better to sweat here than bleeding in the UPSC Prelims exam.
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UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Oct, 15:44
One more thing: everyday from Monday you can access a blog directly related to UPSC on our Website. Will inform you with a link too.
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Oct, 15:40
How many of you are the real lion of prelims?? Anyone hit the 🎯 perfectly: 4/4??
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Oct, 15:31
Consider the following statements:
1. In general, pilgrimages between India & Pakistan are governed by the 1974 Protocol on Visits to religious Shrines which includes a list of shrines in both countries open for visitors from the other country, and for which visa is required;
2. The Kartarpur Corridor pact between India and Pakistan is a result of a separate agreement;
3. The Kartarpur Corridor connects the holy shrines of Dera Baba Nanak Sahib in Gurdaspur District of Punjab in India with Gurdwara Dwara Sahib in Kartarpur in Pakistan;
1. In general, pilgrimages between India & Pakistan are governed by the 1974 Protocol on Visits to religious Shrines which includes a list of shrines in both countries open for visitors from the other country, and for which visa is required;
2. The Kartarpur Corridor pact between India and Pakistan is a result of a separate agreement;
3. The Kartarpur Corridor connects the holy shrines of Dera Baba Nanak Sahib in Gurdaspur District of Punjab in India with Gurdwara Dwara Sahib in Kartarpur in Pakistan;
UPSC with Deepak Prakash
23 Oct, 15:05
Consider the following statements:
1. World Economics Outlook has been released recently by the consortium of IMF, IEA and FAO;
2. As per this report, India's projected growth rate in 2024-25 would suffer decline vis-a-vis 2023-24 but in 2025-26 it would bounce back to the level of 2023 growth rate;
3. The drop in India's growth from 8.2% in 2023-24 is because pent-up demand accumulated during the pandemic has been exhausted;
4. According to this report, a global recession has been avoided through the deflation process;
1. World Economics Outlook has been released recently by the consortium of IMF, IEA and FAO;
2. As per this report, India's projected growth rate in 2024-25 would suffer decline vis-a-vis 2023-24 but in 2025-26 it would bounce back to the level of 2023 growth rate;
3. The drop in India's growth from 8.2% in 2023-24 is because pent-up demand accumulated during the pandemic has been exhausted;
4. According to this report, a global recession has been avoided through the deflation process;
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