1. The polar regions are characterized by a typical optical phenomenon. Identify this phenomenon and explain its mechanism. What are the common names given to this phenomenon? Also discuss its impacts. August 25, 2016 190 Uncategorized Related Posts : IASbaba Press Information Bureau (PIB)- 15th Aug to 21th Aug, 2016 Read More 2. What is a cloudburst? Discuss the essential conditions that can trigger a cloudburst. What adverse impacts can it have on landforms and man made structures? Explain. Read More TLPILP 2026Gurukul AdvancedTLP ConnectMains Exclusive ProgrammeSankalp – 2025लक्ष्य – 2026Gurukul FoundationSubscribe For Email Updates Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Email Address Subscribe Recent Posts DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 9th July – 2025 IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [9th July, 2025] – Day 31 Day 31 – Q. 5. “Public servants often face conflicts between political pressure and ethical governance.” Illustrate with real-world cases and suggest ways to strengthen probity in decision-making. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 4. “Corruption in public fund utilization undermines both development and public trust.” Examine the institutional mechanisms to prevent leakages and their limitations. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 3. How does bureaucratic work culture impact efficiency and accountability in public service delivery? Discuss with examples and suggest measures for improvement. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 2. “While the RTI Act has empowered citizens, its misuse and bureaucratic resistance have diluted its effectiveness.” Evaluate this statement with recent examples and suggest reforms. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 31 – Q. 1. “The Whistleblowers Protection Act (2014) remains ineffective without proper enforcement mechanisms.” Critically analyze this statement, highlighting the challenges in protecting whistleblowers and its impact on probity in governance. (150 words, 10 marks) [ANNOUNCEMENT] IASbaba’s SCHOLARSHIP TEST Results Announced – Gurukul Foundation 2026!! [New Batch] MEP (Mains Exclusive Program) for UPSC 2026 – Master the Art of Answer Writing with Expert Guidance! DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 8th July 2025