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Features of program
- Rankers and interview appeared candidates as mentors
- Daily 2 questions based on predefined plan
- Copy evaluation within 24 hrs
- Video reviews
- One-on-one sessions with mentors
- Evaluation by a CSE toppers and interview appeared candidates
- Subjectwise weekly strategy videos
- Model answers for revision
- Best copies of the week
- Weekly Video Discussion
- Answer enriching tips, keywords, examples, case studies, statistics
Why this program?
For IAS Mains, students have to prepare for 7 papers, and the syllabus is vast. If a student is not well prepared for IAS Mains before attempting prelims, his chances of clearing IAS Mains are very small. With this program, we are providing scientific planning and right direction. So, do not waste precious time. With this program, you can cover the essay and general studies syllabus in smart way.
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COMPLETE SCHEDULE
General Studies PAPER-II
Week 1
Topic – Polity Part I
Date of Test | Sub topics |
31/07/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Polity Part I Discussion Video |
01/08/2022 | Indian Constitution – historical underpinnings, evolution, features |
02/08/2022 | Amendments, significant provisions, basic structure doctrine |
03/08/2022 | Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries; Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States |
04/08/2022 | Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure |
05/08/2022 | Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. |
06/08/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 2
Topic – Polity Part II
Date of Test | Sub topics |
07/08/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Polity Part II Discussion Video |
08/08/2022 | Separation of powers between various organs, dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions; Structure, organisation and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary |
09/08/2022 | Parliament and State Legislatures- structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these |
10/08/2022 | Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary – Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity; Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act |
11/08/2022 | Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies. |
12/08/2022 | Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. |
13/08/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 3
Topic – Social Justice
Date of Test | Sub topics |
14/08/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Social Justice Discussion Video |
15/08/2022 | Government policies and interventions aimed at development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. |
16/08/2022 | Development processes and the development industry – the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, institutional and other stakeholders. |
17/08/2022 | Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and the States and the performance of these schemes |
18/08/2022 | Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. |
19/08/2022 | Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources; Issues relating to poverty and hunger |
20/08/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 4
Topic – Governance
Date of Test | Sub topics |
21/08/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Governance Discussion Video |
22/08/2022 | Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability |
23/08/2022 | e-governance- applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential |
24/08/2022 | Citizens charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures |
25/08/2022 | Role of civil services in a democracy |
26/08/2022 | Role of civil services in a democracy |
27/08/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 5
Topic – International Relations
Date of Test | Sub topics |
28/08/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach International Relations Discussion Video |
29/08/2022 | India and its neighbourhood – International relations |
30/08/2022 | India and its neighbourhood – International relations |
31/08/2022 | Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting the Indian interests |
01/09/2022 | Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. |
02/09/2022 | Important International institutions, agencies, their structure and mandates |
03/09/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
General Studies PAPER-III
Week 6
Topic- Economics
Date of Test | Sub topics |
04/09/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Economics Discussion Video |
05/09/2022 | Indian Economy and issues relating to planning; mobilisation of resources |
06/09/2022 | Growth, development; employment |
07/09/2022 | Government Budgeting; Inclusive growth and associated issues/challenges |
08/09/2022 | Effects of liberalisation on the economy (post 1991 changes); changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth |
09/09/2022 | Infrastructure: energy, ports, roads, airports, railways, etc.; Investment models |
10/09/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 7
Topic- Agriculture
Date of Test | Sub topics |
11/09/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Agriculture Discussion Video |
12/09/2022 | Major cropping patterns in various parts of the country; different types of irrigation and irrigation systems |
13/09/2022 | Storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers |
14/09/2022 | Economics of animal rearing; Food processing and related industries in India – scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements |
15/09/2022 | supply chain management; Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices |
16/09/2022 | Public Distribution System objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; Land reforms in India |
17/09/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 8
Topic- Science and Technology
Date of Test | Sub topics |
18/09/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Science and Technology Discussion Video |
19/09/2022 | Recent developments and their applications and effects in everyday life; Achievements of Indians in science & technology |
20/09/2022 | Indigenisation of technology and developing new technology |
21/09/2022 | General awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers |
22/09/2022 | Robotics, Nanotechnology, bio-technology |
23/09/2022 | Issues relating to intellectual property rights |
24/09/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 9
Topic- Environment & Disaster Management
Date of Test | Sub topics |
25/09/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Environment & Disaster Management Discussion Video |
26/09/2022 | Conservation |
27/09/2022 | Environmental pollution and degradation |
28/09/2022 | Environmental impact assessment |
29/09/2022 | Disaster Management |
30/09/2022 | Disaster Management |
01/10/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 10
Topic- Security
Date of Test | Sub topics |
02/10/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Security Discussion Video |
03/10/2022 | Challenges to internal security (external state and non-state actors) |
04/10/2022 | Linkages between development and spread of extremism |
05/10/2022 | Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges |
06/10/2022 | Basics of cyber security; money-laundering and its prevention |
07/10/2022 | Security challenges and their management in border areas; linkages of organised crime with terrorism, Various Security forces and agencies and their mandates |
08/10/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
General Studies PAPER-IV
Week 11
Topic – Ethics Theory
Date of Test | Sub topics |
09/10/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Ethics Theory Part I Discussion Video |
10/10/2022 | Essence of Ethics, Determinants and Consequences of Ethics in Human Interaction; Dimensions of Ethics; Ethics in private and public relationships |
11/10/2022 | Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; Role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating moral and ethical values |
12/10/2022 | Content, structure and function of attitude; Influence of attitude in thought and behaviour; Relation of attitude to thought and behaviour; Moral and Political attitudes; Social influence and persuasion |
13/10/2022 | Aptitude and foundational values of Civil Service; Integrity; Impartiality and non-partisanship |
14/10/2022 | Objectivity; Dedication to public service; Empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections of the society |
15/10/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 12
Topic – Ethics Theory
Date of Test | Sub topics |
16/10/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Ethics Theory Part II Discussion Video |
17/10/2022 | Concepts of emotional intelligence; Utility and application of emotional intelligence in administration and governance |
18/10/2022 | Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world to the concepts of morality |
19/10/2022 | Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration- Status and associated problems; Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions |
20/10/2022 | Laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; Accountability and ethical governance; Strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance |
21/10/2022 | Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding; Corporate Governance |
22/10/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 13
Topic – Ethics Theory
Date of Test | Sub topics |
23/10/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Ethics Theory Part III Discussion Video |
24/10/2022 | Concept of public service; The philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government |
25/10/2022 | Right to Information; Codes of ethics; Codes of Conduct |
26/10/2022 | Citizen’s Charters; Work culture |
27/10/2022 | Quality of service delivery; Utilisation of public funds |
28/10/2022 | Challenges of corruption |
29/10/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 14
Topic – Ethics Case Studies
Date of Test | Sub topics |
30/10/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Ethics Case Studies Part I Discussion Video |
31/10/2022 | Case Study |
01/11/2022 | Case Study |
02/11/2022 | Case Study |
03/11/2022 | Case Study |
04/11/2022 | Case Study |
05/11/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 15
Topic – Ethics Case Studies
Date of Test | Sub topics |
06/11/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Ethics Case Studies Part II Discussion Video |
07/11/2022 | Case Study |
08/11/2022 | Case Study |
09/11/2022 | Case Study |
10/11/2022 | Case Study |
11/11/2022 | Case Study |
12/11/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
General Studies PAPER-I
Week 16
Topic- Indian Culture
Date of Test | Sub topics |
13/11/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Indian Culture Discussion Video |
14/11/2022 | Art in stone age; Indus valley civilization |
15/11/2022 | Mauryan Art & Culture; Buddhism, Jainism; Ancient Period Education |
16/11/2022 | Post Mauryan Art & Culture; Gupta period Art & Culture |
17/11/2022 | Tamil language & Sangam literature; Chola Period Art & Culture; Bhakti & Sufi Movement; Vijayanagar Art & Culture |
18/11/2022 | Foreign Accounts; Ancient & Mediaeval Literature; Modern Architecture and literature & Miscellaneous topics |
19/11/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 17
Topic- Modern Indian History
Date of Test | Sub topics |
20/11/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Modern Indian History Discussion Video |
21/11/2022 | Advent of Europeans and consolidation of British power in India |
22/11/2022 | Rising resentment against Company rule; Reform movements |
23/11/2022 | The struggle begins; National movement (1905-1918) |
24/11/2022 | Era of mass nationalism begins (1919-1939) |
25/11/2022 | Towards freedom and Partition (1939-1947); India under British rule: Governance and other aspects |
26/11/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 18
Topic – Post Independence India
Date of Test | Sub topics |
27/11/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Post Independence India & World History Discussion Video |
28/11/2022 | Challenges of Nation Building; Era of One party Dominance; Politics of Planned Development |
29/11/2022 | India’s External Relations; Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System; The Crisis of Democratic Order; Rise of Popular Movements |
30/11/2022 | Rise of Popular Movements; Regional Aspirations; Recent Developments in Indian Politics |
Topic – World History
Date of Test | Sub topics |
01/12/2022 | World wars, industrial revolution |
02/12/2022 | Colonisation, redrawal of national boundaries, decolonisation; Political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism, etc |
03/12/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 19
Topic- Society
Date of Test | Sub topics |
04/12/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Society Discussion Video |
05/12/2022 | Indian society and diversity – Salient aspects; Role of women and women’s organisations |
06/12/2022 | Population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues |
07/12/2022 | Urbanisation, their problems and remedies. |
08/12/2022 | Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism |
09/12/2022 | Effects of globalisation on Indian society |
10/12/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
Week 20
Topic- Geography
Date of Test | Sub topics |
11/12/2022 | Analysis of Previous Year Questions (Past 10 yeras) & how to approach Geography Discussion Video |
12/12/2022 | Distribution of key natural resources across the world including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent |
13/12/2022 | Factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world including India |
14/12/2022 | Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc. |
15/12/2022 | Geographical features and their location, changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and polar ice caps) and, in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. |
16/12/2022 | Salient features of world’s physical geography |
17/12/2022 | Best copies of the week + Model Answers + Video Discussion will be shared |
BOOKLIST
General Studies Paper-I
CULTURE & HISTORY |
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SOCIETY |
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GEOGRAPHY, DISASTER MANAGEMENT & ENVIRONMENT |
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General Studies Paper-II
POLITY AND GOVERNANCE |
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SOCIAL JUSTICE |
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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS |
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General Studies Paper-III
ECONOMICS & AGRICULTURE |
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TECHNOLOGY |
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SECURITY |
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General Studies Paper-IV
ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE |
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