| This program is based on the concept of the compounding effect. The compound effect is the strategy of reaping huge rewards from small, seemingly insignificant actions. Writing 1 or 2 answers daily may seem like a very small task. But in the long run, it will drastically improve your answer quality and help in clearing the IAS Mains exam. |
Features of the program
- Daily 1 or 2 questions based on a predefined plan (except Sunday).
- PYQ analysis videos and strategy discussions videos
- Copy evaluation within 24 hrs
- Answer enriching tips, keywords, examples, case studies
- Copy submission deadline: Aspirants must submit their answers within 7 days of receiving a question.
Fees –
Daily 1 Questions – Rs. 700/-
Daily 2 Questions – Rs. 1300/-
SCHEDULE
Week 1
| Date of Test | Sub topics |
| 23/01/2023 | Essence of Ethics, Determinants and Consequences of Ethics in Human Interaction; Dimensions of Ethics |
| 24/01/2023 | Ethics in private and public relationships |
| 25/01/2023 | Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators |
| 26/01/2023 | Role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating moral and ethical values; |
| 27/01/2023 | Content, structure and function of attitude; Influence of attitude in thought and behaviour; Relation of attitude to thought and behaviour |
| 28/01/2023 | Moral and Political attitudes; Social influence and persuasion |
Week 2
| Date of Test | Sub topics |
| 30/01/2023 | Aptitude and foundational values of Civil Service; Objectivity; Integrity; Impartiality and non-partisanship |
| 31/01/2023 | Dedication to public service; Empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections of the society |
| 01/02/2023 | Concepts of emotional intelligence; Utility and application of emotional intelligence in administration and governance |
| 02/02/2023 | Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration- Status and associated problems; Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions |
| 03/02/2023 | Laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; Accountability and ethical governance; Strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance |
| 04/02/2023 | Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding; Corporate Governance; The philosophical basis of governance and probity; Concept of public service; Codes of Conduct; Codes of ethics |
Week 3
| Date of Test | Sub topics |
| 06/02/2023 | Information sharing and transparency in government; Right to Information; Citizen’s Charters; Work culture; |
| 07/02/2023 | Utilisation of public funds; Quality of service delivery; Challenges of corruption |
| 08/02/2023 | Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world to the concepts of morality |
| 09/02/2023 | Case Study |
| 10/02/2023 | Case Study |
| 11/02/2023 | Case Study |
Week 4
| Date of Test | Subtopics |
| 13/02/2023 | Case Study |
| 14/02/2023 | Case Study |
| 15/02/2023 | Case Study |
| 16/02/2023 | Case Study |
| 17/02/2023 | Case Study |
| 18/02/2023 | Case Study |
BOOKLIST
General Studies Paper-IV
| ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE |
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