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π¨September 24 2023 | Sundayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Ephemerals
- Plants species that bloom only in monsoon
- These serve as indicator of ample water and soil in ecosystem
- Flowers serve as important source of nectar and pollen for native pollinators
2. Global Debt
Borrowings of governments, businesses and individuals; all combined
3. Inflating away of debt
- A phenomenon wherein central bank of country uses freshly created currency to pay off outstanding government debt, either directly or indirectly.
- eg: by purchasing govt. bonds in the market
Pre relatedπ
1. Shahabhagi Dhan Rive variety
- A variety from Odisha
- Brought major change in rainfed areas
- Swati Nayak aka Bihana Didi (Seed sister) won Norman Borlaug aware for its development
2. Places in news:
- Kaobal Gali-ΒMushkoh Valley:
2 places of Kashmir now to be connected. Mushkoh was out of bounds of civilians; will now be connected
- Europa, Jupiter's Moon
Evidences of Carbon Dioxide found here
3. Tribe in News
Lambadas of Telangana with roots in Rajasthan
Reading Recommendationsπ
TH
1. Richness of human milk [Imp]
2. What are the reasons for rise of global debt? [read for GS3]
3. Why have India-Canada tensions worsened? [read for clarity on issue]
4. Tentacles of Khalistan [GS3 Internal Security]
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π¨September 24 2023 | Sundayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Ephemerals
- Plants species that bloom only in monsoon
- These serve as indicator of ample water and soil in ecosystem
- Flowers serve as important source of nectar and pollen for native pollinators
2. Global Debt
Borrowings of governments, businesses and individuals; all combined
3. Inflating away of debt
- A phenomenon wherein central bank of country uses freshly created currency to pay off outstanding government debt, either directly or indirectly.
- eg: by purchasing govt. bonds in the market
Pre relatedπ
1. Shahabhagi Dhan Rive variety
- A variety from Odisha
- Brought major change in rainfed areas
- Swati Nayak aka Bihana Didi (Seed sister) won Norman Borlaug aware for its development
2. Places in news:
- Kaobal Gali-ΒMushkoh Valley:
2 places of Kashmir now to be connected. Mushkoh was out of bounds of civilians; will now be connected
- Europa, Jupiter's Moon
Evidences of Carbon Dioxide found here
3. Tribe in News
Lambadas of Telangana with roots in Rajasthan
Reading Recommendationsπ
TH
1. Richness of human milk [Imp]
2. What are the reasons for rise of global debt? [read for GS3]
3. Why have India-Canada tensions worsened? [read for clarity on issue]
4. Tentacles of Khalistan [GS3 Internal Security]
PS: Get model answers for entire UPSC Mains 2023 Sociology Paper 1 here
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π¨September 25 2023 | Mondayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Surety Bond
Insurance Policy protecting parties involved in a transaction/contract from potential financial losses.
2. Multiple Entry Multiple Exit (MEME)
β’ Greater attention to life aspirations and greater flexibility of students
3. Galactic tides
β’ Tides like formation in the galaxies
β’ Caused by gravitational forces within a galaxy arising in interactions between celestial objects
β’ Influence various aspects of galaxy's evolution from reshaping to disruption
Mains Keysπ
(Use as examples in GS answers)
1. Aadhar unreliable in hot-humid India
Pre relatedπ
1. US to give diplomatic recognition to Cook Islands & NIUE, 2 island countries in Pacific
Quote(s) π
β’ When the well is dry, we know the worth of the water - Benjamin Franklin
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. NEET eligibility percentile now zero (read to understand the issue)
2. September Rain relief (GS3 Agri & irrigation)
3. The inclusion test (GS1: Role of women; note the stats)
4. Not just oil (GS2: IR; note areas where we can collab with Saudi)
5. New eastern route to handle cargo shipments b/w India-Russia pg11 (GS2 IR & Trade)
TH
1. An economic corridor, the Israel link and the geopolitics [GS2: IR]
2. Taking India back to the drawing board [Interesting perspective]
3. Fukushima N-wastewater controversy [read the gist]
4. How the rising inflΒuence of ethnic Indians causes frictions in IndiaΒCanada ties? [GS2 Diaspora]
5. The story of how scientists found that our ancestors almost went extinct [GS3 SnT: Read to find how genome sequencing & science is used to evaluate fossils and other elements]
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π¨September 25 2023 | Mondayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Surety Bond
Insurance Policy protecting parties involved in a transaction/contract from potential financial losses.
2. Multiple Entry Multiple Exit (MEME)
β’ Greater attention to life aspirations and greater flexibility of students
3. Galactic tides
β’ Tides like formation in the galaxies
β’ Caused by gravitational forces within a galaxy arising in interactions between celestial objects
β’ Influence various aspects of galaxy's evolution from reshaping to disruption
Mains Keysπ
(Use as examples in GS answers)
1. Aadhar unreliable in hot-humid India
Pre relatedπ
1. US to give diplomatic recognition to Cook Islands & NIUE, 2 island countries in Pacific
Quote(s) π
β’ When the well is dry, we know the worth of the water - Benjamin Franklin
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. NEET eligibility percentile now zero (read to understand the issue)
2. September Rain relief (GS3 Agri & irrigation)
3. The inclusion test (GS1: Role of women; note the stats)
4. Not just oil (GS2: IR; note areas where we can collab with Saudi)
5. New eastern route to handle cargo shipments b/w India-Russia pg11 (GS2 IR & Trade)
TH
1. An economic corridor, the Israel link and the geopolitics [GS2: IR]
2. Taking India back to the drawing board [Interesting perspective]
3. Fukushima N-wastewater controversy [read the gist]
4. How the rising inflΒuence of ethnic Indians causes frictions in IndiaΒCanada ties? [GS2 Diaspora]
5. The story of how scientists found that our ancestors almost went extinct [GS3 SnT: Read to find how genome sequencing & science is used to evaluate fossils and other elements]
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Hoysala Temples in UNESCO heritage list
(marked imp. pointers in the clip)
β’ Known for rare beauty and finesse of wall sculptures
β’ "Art which applies to stone to stone the technique of the ivory worker or the goldsmith"
β’ Added to UNESCO list for superior skill and tale that they narrate of their times
β’ Amalgamation of Dravida, Vesra and Nagara style of temples
β’ Built on star shape base, these temples have signs of those who built these
Hoysalas
β’ Ruled parts of modern day Karnataka from 10-14th century
β’ Belur and Halebidu (2 cities where temples are) served as capital of Hoysalas
3 temples are:
β’ Chennakeshava Temple (Belur)
- Dedicated to Lord Vishnu by King Vishnuvardhan
β’ Hoysaleshwara Temple (Halebidu)
- Largest Shiva temple built by Hoysalas
β’ Keshava temple in Somanathapura
- Built by a general of a Hoysala king
(marked imp. pointers in the clip)
β’ Known for rare beauty and finesse of wall sculptures
β’ "Art which applies to stone to stone the technique of the ivory worker or the goldsmith"
β’ Added to UNESCO list for superior skill and tale that they narrate of their times
β’ Amalgamation of Dravida, Vesra and Nagara style of temples
β’ Built on star shape base, these temples have signs of those who built these
Hoysalas
β’ Ruled parts of modern day Karnataka from 10-14th century
β’ Belur and Halebidu (2 cities where temples are) served as capital of Hoysalas
3 temples are:
β’ Chennakeshava Temple (Belur)
- Dedicated to Lord Vishnu by King Vishnuvardhan
β’ Hoysaleshwara Temple (Halebidu)
- Largest Shiva temple built by Hoysalas
β’ Keshava temple in Somanathapura
- Built by a general of a Hoysala king
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Quote(s)π
β’ You are what you eat eats - Michael Pollan
β’ Coffee is a unifying force that can bring countries together
Pre relatedπ
1. OSIRIS-REx
β’ A robotic spacecraft whose robotic arm brough back sample from Asteroid Bennu
β’ Bennu is an asteroid discovered in 1999
- A relic of early solar system as its chemistry and mineralogy are nearly unchanged since formation
- Holds clues about origins & development of rocky planets such as Earth
- May even contain organic molecules similar to those needed for emergence of microbes
2. Places in news
- Scarborough Shoal
A rocky outcrop 200km from Philippines in South China Sea and site of flare ups over sovereignty and fishing rights with China
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. A to Z of GDP (good discussion here)
2. Woman, moment, nation (a recap of women in politics imp for GS1)
3. In bid to resurrect 'stitched' ship, a recall of India's vibrant maritime past (GS1: Culture, GS2 IR)
4. Trends in India's labour market (take a rough look at the trends)
5. What WHO report on hypertension says about India (read through once for awareness just)
TH
1. Children, a key yet missed demographic in AI regulation (Intersection of tech and policy)
2. G20 diplomacy and changing world order (post G20 review)
3. Findings of parliamentary panel on NEP (start with reading gist)
4. The Cauvery water conundrum (read slowly)
5. Why NE can't be treated as a single homogenous entity? (NE info)
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π¨September 26 2023 | Tuesdayπ¨
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Quote(s)π
β’ You are what you eat eats - Michael Pollan
β’ Coffee is a unifying force that can bring countries together
Pre relatedπ
1. OSIRIS-REx
β’ A robotic spacecraft whose robotic arm brough back sample from Asteroid Bennu
β’ Bennu is an asteroid discovered in 1999
- A relic of early solar system as its chemistry and mineralogy are nearly unchanged since formation
- Holds clues about origins & development of rocky planets such as Earth
- May even contain organic molecules similar to those needed for emergence of microbes
2. Places in news
- Scarborough Shoal
A rocky outcrop 200km from Philippines in South China Sea and site of flare ups over sovereignty and fishing rights with China
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. A to Z of GDP (good discussion here)
2. Woman, moment, nation (a recap of women in politics imp for GS1)
3. In bid to resurrect 'stitched' ship, a recall of India's vibrant maritime past (GS1: Culture, GS2 IR)
4. Trends in India's labour market (take a rough look at the trends)
5. What WHO report on hypertension says about India (read through once for awareness just)
TH
1. Children, a key yet missed demographic in AI regulation (Intersection of tech and policy)
2. G20 diplomacy and changing world order (post G20 review)
3. Findings of parliamentary panel on NEP (start with reading gist)
4. The Cauvery water conundrum (read slowly)
5. Why NE can't be treated as a single homogenous entity? (NE info)
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π¨September 27 2023 | Wednesdayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Copyright
Right by law to creators of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic work and producers of cinematograph films and sound recordings; governed by Copyright Act 1957 in India
2. Challenges in Indo Pacific region (as per Army Chief)
Territorial disputes and terror threats [GS2 IR]
Pre relatedπ
1. Balsams
β’ Pink & touch-me-not Flowers from Munnar
Quote(s)π
β’ Data is the snake oil that keeps the mysticism of computational networks as robust decision-making bodies intact
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. Other nations, other polls (Examples from across the globe on ONOE)
2. 63% cancer deaths of Indian women were preventable (pg13)
3. Political issue of delimitation (V. Imp read)
4. Goa's new beach shack policy, why owners are opposed to it (read for awareness)
TH
1. With climate change, tackling new disease scenarios (read for connection b/w two)
2. Tackling the various myths within the field of microbiome research
3. Nepal says βnoβ to Chinaβs Security Initiative (pg18)
4. India is running out of phosphorus; does the answer lie in our sewage? [MOST IMP. ARTICLE TODAY; Make a 1 page note]
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π¨September 27 2023 | Wednesdayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Copyright
Right by law to creators of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic work and producers of cinematograph films and sound recordings; governed by Copyright Act 1957 in India
2. Challenges in Indo Pacific region (as per Army Chief)
Territorial disputes and terror threats [GS2 IR]
Pre relatedπ
1. Balsams
β’ Pink & touch-me-not Flowers from Munnar
Quote(s)π
β’ Data is the snake oil that keeps the mysticism of computational networks as robust decision-making bodies intact
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. Other nations, other polls (Examples from across the globe on ONOE)
2. 63% cancer deaths of Indian women were preventable (pg13)
3. Political issue of delimitation (V. Imp read)
4. Goa's new beach shack policy, why owners are opposed to it (read for awareness)
TH
1. With climate change, tackling new disease scenarios (read for connection b/w two)
2. Tackling the various myths within the field of microbiome research
3. Nepal says βnoβ to Chinaβs Security Initiative (pg18)
4. India is running out of phosphorus; does the answer lie in our sewage? [MOST IMP. ARTICLE TODAY; Make a 1 page note]
PS: Trying to keep up with 10am deadline amidst work. React β€οΈ to appreciate my effort! :)
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π¨September 28 2023 | Thursdayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Kafala system
β’ An exploitative labour system in gulf countries where migrant worker is tied to their employer
β’ Makes it difficult for workers to leave job, change employer
β’ Increases risk of forced labor and modern-day slavery
2. Quantum Supremacy
β’ Ability of a quantum computer to solve problems faster than classical computer
Pre relatedπ
β’ Code of Jewar airport: DXN (Delhi, X for connectivity (with) Noida)
Quote(s)π
β’ Diplomacy is like jazz: endless variations on theme - Richard Holbrooke
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. Humans carry DNA from extinct cousins like Neanderthals (GS2 Society, GS3 SnT)
2. On ASEAN's Plate (GS2 IR)
3. Who's afraid of elections (GS2 Polity)
4. Cancer's gender problem (note stats and develop awareness)
5. MPs code of conduct undecided (GS2 Polity)
TH
1. From women's reservation to gender equality
2. When India-Canada ties were reset (start with reading the gist)
3. Why are tigers dying in Nilgiris district (read gist)
4. India ageing, elderly to make up 20% of population by 2050: UNFPA report
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π¨September 28 2023 | Thursdayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Kafala system
β’ An exploitative labour system in gulf countries where migrant worker is tied to their employer
β’ Makes it difficult for workers to leave job, change employer
β’ Increases risk of forced labor and modern-day slavery
2. Quantum Supremacy
β’ Ability of a quantum computer to solve problems faster than classical computer
Pre relatedπ
β’ Code of Jewar airport: DXN (Delhi, X for connectivity (with) Noida)
Quote(s)π
β’ Diplomacy is like jazz: endless variations on theme - Richard Holbrooke
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. Humans carry DNA from extinct cousins like Neanderthals (GS2 Society, GS3 SnT)
2. On ASEAN's Plate (GS2 IR)
3. Who's afraid of elections (GS2 Polity)
4. Cancer's gender problem (note stats and develop awareness)
5. MPs code of conduct undecided (GS2 Polity)
TH
1. From women's reservation to gender equality
2. When India-Canada ties were reset (start with reading the gist)
3. Why are tigers dying in Nilgiris district (read gist)
4. India ageing, elderly to make up 20% of population by 2050: UNFPA report
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π¨September 29 2023 | Fridayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. First responder
India's credentials towards Maldives
2. Dummy schools
A concept where one just takes an admission but visits only to write exams. In practice among JEE/NEET aspirants
3. Stone Ghost
A secret intelligence sharing database of five eyes alliance
4. Monoclonal antibodies
- Lab made proteins to mimic antibody behaviour protecting against diseases and foreign substances.
- These are specifically designed to target certain antigens
Pre relatedπ
1. Toto
A language of people living in Bengal near Bhutan; written in Bengali script
2. Dadasaheb Phalke Award
β’ Given for outstanding contribution to growth and development of Indian cinema
β’ Since 1969 and named after father of Indian cinema Dhundiraj Govind Phalke
β’ Dadasaheb's debut film Raja Harishchandra was India's first full length feature film
β’ The award gives a golden lotus medallion, a shawl and βΉ10,00,000/-
β’ Actress Devika Rani was the first winner; Waheeda Rahman is the latest winner
Quote(s)π
β’ If agriculture goes wrong, nothing else will have a chance to go right - MS Swaminathan
Reading Recommendationsπ
1. Reform can address Indiaβs kidney transplant deficit (read to develop understanding)
2. Should generative ArtifiΒcial Intelligence be regulated? (IMP)
3. Inside the digital world of cookies (read for understanding)
4. Page 13, MS Swaminathan
5. Nipah virus outbreak: What are monoclonal antibodies? (GS3 SnT)
IE
1. Man of science & humanity (Focus on last block)
2. Parliament to workplace (good insights)
3. How are airports coded? (read for awareness)
4. Maldives elections and India (read to know about pro/anti India players)
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π¨September 29 2023 | Fridayπ¨
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Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. First responder
India's credentials towards Maldives
2. Dummy schools
A concept where one just takes an admission but visits only to write exams. In practice among JEE/NEET aspirants
3. Stone Ghost
A secret intelligence sharing database of five eyes alliance
4. Monoclonal antibodies
- Lab made proteins to mimic antibody behaviour protecting against diseases and foreign substances.
- These are specifically designed to target certain antigens
Pre relatedπ
1. Toto
A language of people living in Bengal near Bhutan; written in Bengali script
2. Dadasaheb Phalke Award
β’ Given for outstanding contribution to growth and development of Indian cinema
β’ Since 1969 and named after father of Indian cinema Dhundiraj Govind Phalke
β’ Dadasaheb's debut film Raja Harishchandra was India's first full length feature film
β’ The award gives a golden lotus medallion, a shawl and βΉ10,00,000/-
β’ Actress Devika Rani was the first winner; Waheeda Rahman is the latest winner
Quote(s)π
β’ If agriculture goes wrong, nothing else will have a chance to go right - MS Swaminathan
Reading Recommendationsπ
1. Reform can address Indiaβs kidney transplant deficit (read to develop understanding)
2. Should generative ArtifiΒcial Intelligence be regulated? (IMP)
3. Inside the digital world of cookies (read for understanding)
4. Page 13, MS Swaminathan
5. Nipah virus outbreak: What are monoclonal antibodies? (GS3 SnT)
IE
1. Man of science & humanity (Focus on last block)
2. Parliament to workplace (good insights)
3. How are airports coded? (read for awareness)
4. Maldives elections and India (read to know about pro/anti India players)
PS: Bookclub Meetup on October 2 2023 in ORN from 04:30-06:30 pm. Register here to get an invite
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My meetups are a fun place to:
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β’ Take a break from monotonous UPSC prep
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On days when light feels distant and earth seems to be still, take a step back.
Close your eyes.
Ask yourself:
Why are you doing what you are doing?
Why are you where you are?
What will make you feel better?
Then, slowly
Do things that will make you feel better, without fear!
Close your eyes.
Ask yourself:
Why are you doing what you are doing?
Why are you where you are?
What will make you feel better?
Then, slowly
Do things that will make you feel better, without fear!
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π¨September 30 2023 | Saturdayπ¨
Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Micro-marketing
Private sector version of 'targeted' subsidies; it is a way to focus on 'markets' in pockets personalizing the needs
2. Kill and dump
A strategy in Pak against Balochs where security personnel pick up activists, teachers, journalists etc. and torture them for information, shoot them and dump their bodies.
3. Illicit Markets
Illegal trade in drugs and arms
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. The threat from illicit trade (GS3 Economy & Internal security)
2. Pak bombing underlines why Balochistan remains its problem province
3. When Jugaad won't do (good pointers on moving away from the jugaad mindset
TH
1. Feud over grains (GS1 Caste)
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π¨September 30 2023 | Saturdayπ¨
Mains KeywordsβπΌ
1. Micro-marketing
Private sector version of 'targeted' subsidies; it is a way to focus on 'markets' in pockets personalizing the needs
2. Kill and dump
A strategy in Pak against Balochs where security personnel pick up activists, teachers, journalists etc. and torture them for information, shoot them and dump their bodies.
3. Illicit Markets
Illegal trade in drugs and arms
Reading Recommendationsπ
IE
1. The threat from illicit trade (GS3 Economy & Internal security)
2. Pak bombing underlines why Balochistan remains its problem province
3. When Jugaad won't do (good pointers on moving away from the jugaad mindset
TH
1. Feud over grains (GS1 Caste)
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π¨October 01 2023 | Sundayπ¨
Pre related
1. Moscow Format
β’ Objective: Facilitate national reconciliation process in Afghanistan to establish peace
β’ Includes: Russia, China, India, Pakistan, Iran & 5 central Asian countries
2. Project Udhbav
β’ Indian Army initiative to rediscover profound Indic heritage of statecraft and strategic thoughts
Reading Recommendations
TH
1. The concerns of using Aadhar in welfare (note the issues)
2. How important is first asteroid sample? (have covered most parts of this in a previous post, read last para)
3. Is there a TB drug shortage in India? (read just to be aware of the issue)
4. Asia's disputed waters (IMP)
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π¨October 01 2023 | Sundayπ¨
Pre related
1. Moscow Format
β’ Objective: Facilitate national reconciliation process in Afghanistan to establish peace
β’ Includes: Russia, China, India, Pakistan, Iran & 5 central Asian countries
2. Project Udhbav
β’ Indian Army initiative to rediscover profound Indic heritage of statecraft and strategic thoughts
Reading Recommendations
TH
1. The concerns of using Aadhar in welfare (note the issues)
2. How important is first asteroid sample? (have covered most parts of this in a previous post, read last para)
3. Is there a TB drug shortage in India? (read just to be aware of the issue)
4. Asia's disputed waters (IMP)
PS: Need any help wrt UPSC prep? Write to whycse@gmail.com
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