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[13th July 2020]: Discuss various theories explaining formation of the Moon. How has recent findings by NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) modified our understanding about the origin of the Moon? (15 marks, 250 words) [GS1 - Geography]
Source to Study: CA Booklet July 2020 Part 1
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Please find below the question for daily answer writing practice for today.
[13th July 2020]: Discuss various theories explaining formation of the Moon. How has recent findings by NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) modified our understanding about the origin of the Moon? (15 marks, 250 words) [GS1 - Geography]
Source to Study: CA Booklet July 2020 Part 1
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#GS1 #Geography
Model Answer: [13th July 2020]: Discuss various theories explaining formation of the Moon. How has recent findings by NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) modified our understanding about the origin of the Moon? (15 marks, 250 words) [GS1 - Geography]
Moon, around 1/4th the size of earth and orbiting 3.8 lakh kms away from it, is it’s only natural satellite. The question about how Moon was formed has intrigued scientists for long and over the years, many different theories have been proposed:
1) In 1838, George Darwin suggested that initially both Earth and Moon were a single body, which over the period took a dumbbell shape and separated into two different bodies.
2) Some scientists also suggest that depression which is currently filled by the Pacific Ocean may have been the source of material from which Moon has been formed.
3) But, the Big Splat theory is the most popular one. Here, Scientists suggest that around 4.5 billion years ago, when Earth was just formed, a body of around same size of that of Mars collided with Earth and separated a big mass from it. This mass kept revolving around Earth and formed Moon around 4.4 billion years ago. This is also supported by the fact that the chemical composition of Moon is similar to that of Earth.
Recent Findings of NASA and its implications: The Miniature Radio-Frequency (Mini-RF) detector of the NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter have recently found that the sub-surface of the Moon (2-5 kms) may have much higher concentration of metals (especially Iron and Titanium oxides) than what was previously thought.
This could mean that Moon may have been formed of material much deeper from the surface of Earth. Moreover, it indicates that Moon’s Molten surface cooled much more gradually.
Above findings clearly indicate that our understanding of the origin of Moon and its relationship with earth is incomplete and a lot of research still needs to happen in future.
#GS1 #Geography
Moon, around 1/4th the size of earth and orbiting 3.8 lakh kms away from it, is it’s only natural satellite. The question about how Moon was formed has intrigued scientists for long and over the years, many different theories have been proposed:
1) In 1838, George Darwin suggested that initially both Earth and Moon were a single body, which over the period took a dumbbell shape and separated into two different bodies.
2) Some scientists also suggest that depression which is currently filled by the Pacific Ocean may have been the source of material from which Moon has been formed.
3) But, the Big Splat theory is the most popular one. Here, Scientists suggest that around 4.5 billion years ago, when Earth was just formed, a body of around same size of that of Mars collided with Earth and separated a big mass from it. This mass kept revolving around Earth and formed Moon around 4.4 billion years ago. This is also supported by the fact that the chemical composition of Moon is similar to that of Earth.
Recent Findings of NASA and its implications: The Miniature Radio-Frequency (Mini-RF) detector of the NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter have recently found that the sub-surface of the Moon (2-5 kms) may have much higher concentration of metals (especially Iron and Titanium oxides) than what was previously thought.
This could mean that Moon may have been formed of material much deeper from the surface of Earth. Moreover, it indicates that Moon’s Molten surface cooled much more gradually.
Above findings clearly indicate that our understanding of the origin of Moon and its relationship with earth is incomplete and a lot of research still needs to happen in future.
#GS1 #Geography
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[14th July 2020]: "India and Australia needs to build a series of bilateral and minilateral platforms for regional security cooperation to limit the dangers of the growing geopolitical imbalance in the Indo-Pacific" Discuss [12.5 marks, 200 words][GS2 International Relations]
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[14th July 2020]: "India and Australia needs to build a series of bilateral and minilateral platforms for regional security cooperation to limit the dangers of the growing geopolitical imbalance in the Indo-Pacific" Discuss [12.5 marks, 200 words][GS2 International Relations]
Will share a model answer at 9 pm tomorrow.
#GS2 #InternationalRelation
1. [14th July 2020]:Model Answer: "India and Australia need to build a series of bilateral and minilateral platforms for regional security cooperation to limit the dangers of the growing geopolitical imbalance in the Indo-Pacific" Discuss [12.5 marks, 200 words][GS2 International Relations]
China’s aggression and its assertive policies in the Indo-Pacific have emerged as a key security challenge for both India and Australia. Further, the anxieties about USA’s strategic commitment to Indo-Pacific under the Trump administration have left most of the regional powers worried.
In these circumstances, foreign policy experts like C Raja Mohan suggest that India and Australia should explore a series of bilateral and minilateral security platforms.
1) Indonesian Archipelago are strategically located on the sea-lanes connecting Indian and Pacific Oceans. Since, Indonesia also have security threats from China, a trilateral maritime cooperation between India-Australia and Indonesia should be explored.
2) Quad Security Dialogue need to be expanded at operational level with concrete follow up steps.
3) France and United Kingdom can be other natural partners in the region.
a. France is a resident power in the region and have shown willingness to cooperate. India should endorse this move.
b. United Kingdom is already leading the Five Power Defence Agreement (PFDA) between UK, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore. India should explore maritime cooperation with PFDA.
4) Finally, inclusion of Australia in Malabar exercise is a logical step to enhance regional security and should not be delayed.
These strategic regional cooperation can compensate for the lack of military capabilities of both India and Australia beyond their regional waters and should be actively pursued.
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China’s aggression and its assertive policies in the Indo-Pacific have emerged as a key security challenge for both India and Australia. Further, the anxieties about USA’s strategic commitment to Indo-Pacific under the Trump administration have left most of the regional powers worried.
In these circumstances, foreign policy experts like C Raja Mohan suggest that India and Australia should explore a series of bilateral and minilateral security platforms.
1) Indonesian Archipelago are strategically located on the sea-lanes connecting Indian and Pacific Oceans. Since, Indonesia also have security threats from China, a trilateral maritime cooperation between India-Australia and Indonesia should be explored.
2) Quad Security Dialogue need to be expanded at operational level with concrete follow up steps.
3) France and United Kingdom can be other natural partners in the region.
a. France is a resident power in the region and have shown willingness to cooperate. India should endorse this move.
b. United Kingdom is already leading the Five Power Defence Agreement (PFDA) between UK, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore. India should explore maritime cooperation with PFDA.
4) Finally, inclusion of Australia in Malabar exercise is a logical step to enhance regional security and should not be delayed.
These strategic regional cooperation can compensate for the lack of military capabilities of both India and Australia beyond their regional waters and should be actively pursued.
223 Words
#GS2 #InternarnationalRelations
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Daily Answer Writing Practice (Question 15): 15th July
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Please find below the question for daily answer writing practice for today [15th July]
[15th July 2020]: Ques-18: What were the causes of the origin of the heterodox sects in the sixth century BC? [10 marks, 150 words] [Culture: GS1]
Source to Study: Culture Booklet - 5
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Dear Students,
Please find below the question for daily answer writing practice for today [15th July]
[15th July 2020]: Ques-18: What were the causes of the origin of the heterodox sects in the sixth century BC? [10 marks, 150 words] [Culture: GS1]
Source to Study: Culture Booklet - 5
Model Answer would be posted at 9 pm (15th July)
#GS1 #History
[15th July 2020]: Model Answer: What were the causes of the origin of the heterodox sects in the sixth century BC? [10 marks, 150 words]
The 6th century BCE was an important stage in Indian history as far as development of new religions are concerned. The period saw the beginning of many heterodox sects including Buddhism, Jainism and Ajivikas.
Key factors behind the rise of these sects:
1) Religious Factors:
a. Growing rigidities of Vedic religion; complex and elaborate Vedic rituals; and use of Sanskrit language had created a disconnect with common masses.
b. Upnishadic thoughts, though devoid of rituals, turned out to be too abstract for common masses.
2) Socio-Economic Causes
a. Agricultural economy, increase in trade and commerce, urbanization had led to emergence of rich Gahapatis, Setthis and other Vaishya groups who wanted better social status than the Varna system.
b. Agriculture depended on animals and hence animal sacrifice was incompatible with new economy.
3) Political Factors:
a. Kshatriya as well as non-Kshatriya rulers who strengthened their political position also wanted social status higher or equivalent to Brahmans.
All these led to growing opposition of Brahmanical tradition and greater acceptance of heterodox religions which were more egalitarian with simple moral principles and manageable rituals. Use of common language and Royal patronage also contributed to their smooth expansion.
#GS1 #History
The 6th century BCE was an important stage in Indian history as far as development of new religions are concerned. The period saw the beginning of many heterodox sects including Buddhism, Jainism and Ajivikas.
Key factors behind the rise of these sects:
1) Religious Factors:
a. Growing rigidities of Vedic religion; complex and elaborate Vedic rituals; and use of Sanskrit language had created a disconnect with common masses.
b. Upnishadic thoughts, though devoid of rituals, turned out to be too abstract for common masses.
2) Socio-Economic Causes
a. Agricultural economy, increase in trade and commerce, urbanization had led to emergence of rich Gahapatis, Setthis and other Vaishya groups who wanted better social status than the Varna system.
b. Agriculture depended on animals and hence animal sacrifice was incompatible with new economy.
3) Political Factors:
a. Kshatriya as well as non-Kshatriya rulers who strengthened their political position also wanted social status higher or equivalent to Brahmans.
All these led to growing opposition of Brahmanical tradition and greater acceptance of heterodox religions which were more egalitarian with simple moral principles and manageable rituals. Use of common language and Royal patronage also contributed to their smooth expansion.
#GS1 #History
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