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Prelims Stage

2 Modules

General Studies I

0/7 Complete (0%)

[ ] Current events of national and international importance

[ ] History of India and Indian National Movement

[ ] Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World

[ ] Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.

[ ] Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.

[ ] General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change (no subject specialization required)

[ ] General Science

CSAT (General Studies II)

0/7 Complete (0%)

Mains Stage

7 Modules

Paper I - Essay

0/4 Complete (0%)

Paper II - General Studies I

0/12 Complete (0%)

Paper III - General Studies II

0/18 Complete (0%)

Paper IV - General Studies III

0/13 Complete (0%)

Paper V - General Studies IV

0/9 Complete (0%)

Qualifying Language Papers

0/5 Complete (0%)

Optional Subjects

0/2 Complete (0%)

Personality Test Stage

2 Modules

Intellectual & Social Traits

0/4 Complete (0%)

General & Current Affairs

0/3 Complete (0%)

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Prelims Stage

• General Studies I(0% Completed - 0/7)

[ ]Current events of national and international importance

[ ]History of India and Indian National Movement

[ ]Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World

[ ]Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.

[ ]Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.

[ ]General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change (no subject specialization required)

[ ]General Science

• CSAT (General Studies II)(0% Completed - 0/7)

[ ]Comprehension

[ ]Interpersonal skills including communication skills

[ ]Logical reasoning and analytical ability

[ ]Decision-making and problem-solving

[ ]General mental ability

[ ]Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc. - Class X level)

[ ]Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency etc. - Class X level)

Mains Stage

• Paper I - Essay(0% Completed - 0/4)

[ ]Write essays on multiple topics

[ ]Keep closely to the subject of the essay

[ ]Arrange ideas in an orderly fashion

[ ]Write concisely and effectively

• Paper II - General Studies I(0% Completed - 0/12)

[ ]Indian Culture - Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

[ ]Modern Indian History from the middle of the eighteenth century until the present

[ ]The Freedom Struggle - its stages and contributors/contributions from different parts of the country

[ ]Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country

[ ]History of the World - Industrial revolution, world wars, redrawing national boundaries, colonization, decolonization

[ ]Political philosophies - Communism, capitalism, socialism etc. (their forms and effect on society)

[ ]Salient features of Indian Society and Diversity of India

[ ]Role of women and women's organizations; population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues

[ ]Effects of globalization on Indian society; social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism

[ ]Salient features of world's physical geography

[ ]Distribution of key natural resources (South Asia and Indian subcontinent); industrial location factors

[ ]Important Geophysical phenomena - Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.

• Paper III - General Studies II(0% Completed - 0/18)

[ ]Indian Constitution - historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions & basic structure

[ ]Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States; federal challenges; local level devolution

[ ]Separation of powers between organs; dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions

[ ]Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries

[ ]Parliament and State Legislatures - structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and arising issues

[ ]Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary; Ministries and Departments; pressure groups

[ ]Salient features of the Representation of People's Act

[ ]Appointment to Constitutional posts; powers, functions and responsibilities of Constitutional Bodies

[ ]Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies

[ ]Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and design/implementation issues

[ ]Development processes and development industry - role of NGOs, SHGs, donors, charities, and stakeholders

[ ]Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies for betterment of vulnerable sections

[ ]Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services (Health, Education, Human Resources)

[ ]Issues relating to poverty and hunger; role of civil services in a democracy

[ ]Important aspects of governance, transparency, accountability, e-governance (models, successes, limitations); citizen's charters

[ ]India and its neighborhood relations; bilateral, regional & global groupings/agreements affecting India's interests

[ ]Effect of policies & politics of developed/developing countries on India's interests; Indian diaspora

[ ]Important International institutions, agencies and fora - structure and mandate

• Paper IV - General Studies III(0% Completed - 0/13)

[ ]Indian Economy - planning, resource mobilization, growth, development and employment

[ ]Inclusive growth and issues arising from it; Government Budgeting

[ ]Major cropping patterns; irrigation systems; marketing & transport of agricultural produce; e-technology for farmers

[ ]Issues related to direct/indirect farm subsidies & MSP; PDS (objectives, limitations, revamping); buffer stocks & food security

[ ]Food processing and related industries in India - scope, location, supply chain management

[ ]Land reforms in India; effects of liberalization on the economy; industrial policy changes and growth effects

[ ]Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.; Investment models

[ ]Science and Technology - developments and applications in everyday life; indigenization of technology

[ ]Awareness in IT, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-technology, Bio-technology; intellectual property rights issues

[ ]Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment; Disaster management

[ ]Linkages between development and spread of extremism; role of state/non-state actors in internal security challenges

[ ]Internal security challenges through communication networks, social media, and cyber security basics; money-laundering

[ ]Security challenges in border areas; linkages of organized crime with terrorism; mandate of security forces

• Paper V - General Studies IV(0% Completed - 0/9)

[ ]Ethics and Human Interface - Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; private/public relations

[ ]Human Values - lessons from great leaders, reformers, administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions

[ ]Attitude - content, structure, function; influence on thought and behavior; moral/political attitudes; social persuasion

[ ]Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service - integrity, impartiality, objectivity, empathy, tolerance & compassion

[ ]Emotional intelligence - concepts, utilities and application in administration and governance

[ ]Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world

[ ]Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public Administration - concerns, dilemmas, guidance sources; accountability & governance

[ ]Probity in Governance - public service concept; information sharing & transparency, RTI, Codes of Conduct, Citizen's Charters

[ ]Case Studies on all above issues

• Qualifying Language Papers(0% Completed - 0/5)

[ ]English Comprehension - Understanding given passages

[ ]English Writing - Precis writing, usage, vocabulary, short essays

[ ]Indian Language Comprehension - Understanding given passages

[ ]Indian Language Writing - Precis writing, usage, vocabulary, short essays

[ ]Translation - English to Indian Language and vice-versa

• Optional Subjects(0% Completed - 0/2)

[ ]Optional Subject Paper I - Advanced academic focus

[ ]Optional Subject Paper II - Detailed case studies and applications

Personality Test Stage

• Intellectual & Social Traits(0% Completed - 0/4)

[ ]Mental alertness and critical powers of assimilation

[ ]Clear and logical exposition; balance of judgement

[ ]Variety and depth of interest; intellectual and moral integrity

[ ]Ability for social cohesion and leadership; public service orientation

• General & Current Affairs(0% Completed - 0/3)

[ ]Intelligent interest in events happening around them (national and international)

[ ]Modern currents of thought and new scientific discoveries

[ ]Directed, purposive conversation to reveal candidate's mental qualities (non-cross-examination style)

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