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Archives for December 2012

CSAT – What is the best strategy to prepare for the CSAT?

Last updated on March 10, 2024 by Alex Andrews George

CSAT strategy

The term 'Civil Service Aptitude Test' or  'CSAT' is confusing for many. What exactly is CSAT? What is the best strategy to prepare for the CSAT? The Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) has long been recognized as a critical component of the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Over the years, the … [Read more...] about CSAT – What is the best strategy to prepare for the CSAT?

UPSC Civil Services Exam Previous Year Question Papers (IAS/IPS)

Last updated on July 14, 2025 by Alex Andrews George

UPSC Civil Services Exam Previous Year Question Papers (IAS-IPS)

Are you an IAS/IPS aspirant looking to download UPSC Civil Services Exam Previous Year Question Papers? You are at the right place. Do you wish to download or practice UPSC Previous Year Questions (PYQs)? This post contains links for the free download of official UPSC question papers from … [Read more...] about UPSC Civil Services Exam Previous Year Question Papers (IAS/IPS)

Civil Service Prelims 6 Month Strategy – How Can You Clear UPSC Prelims in 6 Months?

Last updated on December 16, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

How Can You Clear UPSC Prelims in 6 Months

Can you clear UPSC Prelims in 6 Months? What should be the Civil Service Prelims 6-Month Strategy? Do you have only 6 months or less before the next UPSC Civil Service Prelims? Don't worry. You can clear the Preliminary Exam within this short time frame - provided you follow the right … [Read more...] about Civil Service Prelims 6 Month Strategy – How Can You Clear UPSC Prelims in 6 Months?

Economics Optional Paper: Books to read for Civil Services Mains Exam

Last updated on March 22, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

economics books

Which are the most recommended books to study Economics Optional paper? Read to know. Civil Services Economics (optional subject in mains) requires vast but focused reading. As optional subject requires an understanding at an honors degree level, graduation or PG level textbooks should turn … [Read more...] about Economics Optional Paper: Books to read for Civil Services Mains Exam

Agriculture Optional Paper: Books to read for Civil Services Main Exam

Last updated on November 9, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

Agriculture Optional Paper Books to read for Civil Services Main Exam

UPSC Civil Services Mains Agriculture Optional Subject consists of 2 papers. Each paper is of 250 marks, making a total of 500 marks. Recommended Books for Agriculture – Civil Services Books – Mains Exam Plant Breeding Genetics Physiology Introduction To Horticulture Handbook … [Read more...] about Agriculture Optional Paper: Books to read for Civil Services Main Exam

Important Ministries and Departments Under Government of India

Last updated on March 29, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Important ministries and departments

In this article we shall learn the important ministries and departments under the Central Government in India. Ministries and Departments of Government of India is a topic mentioned under the Governance section of UPSC Civil Services Mains GS2 paper. Though the number and name of ministries … [Read more...] about Important Ministries and Departments Under Government of India

UPSC IAS Mains Exam Pattern Change : Reply from the Government

Last updated on November 7, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

UPSC IAS Mains Exam Pattern Change Reply from the Government

Another piece of news (good or bad, you decide!) for those who are eagerly waiting for the Civil Services Mains Exam pattern change for 2013. For those who are wondering about the status update on the report submitted by Prof. Arun S.Nigavekar before the government - the update is as below: no … [Read more...] about UPSC IAS Mains Exam Pattern Change : Reply from the Government

Inter State Council vs National Development Council: Difference

Last updated on March 29, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Inter state council and national development council

What is Inter-State Council? What is National Development Council? What are the differences between them? Read further to know. India, being a federal republic, needs coordination between the Center and the States in many political, administrative, and governance affairs. In order to avoid … [Read more...] about Inter State Council vs National Development Council: Difference

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