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Reservation in India – Explained in Layman’s Terms

Last updated on February 6, 2025 by Alex Andrews George

What is meant by reservation or affirmative action? https://youtu.be/eHXC-IIFWEU In simple terms, reservation in India is all about reserving access to seats in government jobs, educational institutions, and even legislatures to certain sections of the population. Also known as affirmative … [Read more...] about Reservation in India – Explained in Layman’s Terms

OBC Reservation Eligibility – Do you come under the Non-Creamy Layer?

Last updated on December 6, 2025 by Alex Andrews George

OBC Reservation Eligibility

Do you belong to Other Backwards Classes (OBC)? What is the OBC reservation eligibility? Non-Creamy Layer candidates from OBC are entitled to reservations in jobs as well as educational institutions. However, many candidates (and even some bureaucrats) are ignorant about the provisions of the OBC … [Read more...] about OBC Reservation Eligibility – Do you come under the Non-Creamy Layer?

UPSC Online Application 2023 – 50+ Common Queries and Concerns Answered

Last updated on September 26, 2023 by ClearIAS Team

UPSC Online Application 2023

Do you have any questions or concerns regarding the UPSC Online Application for exams like Civil Services Examination? Go through this post, and you will get answers to most of your common queries. Note: Don't miss Question Numbers 21, 39, and 49! 1. How do I access the site to fill up the … [Read more...] about UPSC Online Application 2023 – 50+ Common Queries and Concerns Answered

ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsule January 2019 – Monthly MCQs eBook (PDF) Now Available to Download (for FREE)

Last updated on September 26, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsule January 2019 – Monthly MCQs eBook (PDF) Now Available to Download (for FREE)

ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsule January 2019 (the latest monthly MCQs PDF) is released. You can now download the Monthly MCQs eBooks (PDFs) for FREE from the ClearIAS Store. What is peculiar about ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsules? ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsules (CCC) are eBooks which contain … [Read more...] about ClearIAS Current Affairs Capsule January 2019 – Monthly MCQs eBook (PDF) Now Available to Download (for FREE)

“How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days” – ClearIAS Workshop in association with Civil Service Institute Pala-Trivandrum Campus – on 24 February 2019 (Sunday)

Last updated on September 26, 2023 by ClearIAS Team

How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days

Thank you for the fantastic response by the aspirant community! ClearIAS Workshop held on 22-Feb-2019 (Friday) saw huge registrations and wonderful interaction by the UPSC candidates. ClearIAS workshop “How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days” on 24th February 2019 (Sunday) at Thiruvananthapuram - … [Read more...] about “How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days” – ClearIAS Workshop in association with Civil Service Institute Pala-Trivandrum Campus – on 24 February 2019 (Sunday)

“How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days” – ClearIAS Workshop in association with Thakshasila IAS Academy Trivandrum – on 22nd, February 2019 (Friday)

Last updated on September 26, 2023 by ClearIAS Team

How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days- workshop

Registrations are currently going on for the ClearIAS workshop “How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days” at Trivandrum, Kerala on 22nd-February 2019 (Friday). The event is FREE and OPEN to all aspirants appearing for Prelims 2019. The Workshop Venue Shifted to a Bigger Auditorium nearby! Thanks to … [Read more...] about “How to clear IAS prelims in 100 days” – ClearIAS Workshop in association with Thakshasila IAS Academy Trivandrum – on 22nd, February 2019 (Friday)

EWS Reservation Eligibility – Know the Criteria to apply for the 10% Economically Weaker Section Quota Seats

Last updated on March 6, 2024 by Alex Andrews George

What are the criteria for EWS reservation eligibility? Know the Criteria to apply for the 10% Economically Weaker Section Quota Seats. The Central Government has recently introduced a 10% reservation quota for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) among General Category candidates in government … [Read more...] about EWS Reservation Eligibility – Know the Criteria to apply for the 10% Economically Weaker Section Quota Seats

UPSC Notification for Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2019 Released: 896 Vacancies; Apply Now!

Last updated on September 26, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

UPSC Notification for Civil Services

UPSC has released the notification for Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2019. Aspirants who wish to join services like IAS, IPS, IFS etc can apply to appear for the Civil Services Exam (CSE) 2019. The UPSC CSE Preliminary Exam will be conducted on June 02, 2019 (Sunday). How to apply for UPSC … [Read more...] about UPSC Notification for Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2019 Released: 896 Vacancies; Apply Now!

Apply for IAS/IPS Exam 2019 – Clear UPSC CSE by Self-Study and Online Preparation

Last updated on September 26, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Apply for IAS, IPS Exam 2019

IAS/IPS/IFS is the dream career of millions of aspirants. To get selected for services like IAS or IPS, you need to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE). If your ambition is to clear UPSC CSE, ClearIAS can help you succeed through self-study and online preparation. Who can apply for IAS … [Read more...] about Apply for IAS/IPS Exam 2019 – Clear UPSC CSE by Self-Study and Online Preparation

Additional attempts in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2019: What is the truth?

Last updated on September 26, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Additional attempts in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2019

During the exam seasons, there is every kind of rumours around. Many a time, even reputed media houses publish news items without referring enough sources. Once such news item which is now getting widely circulated among UPSC aspirants is regarding more attempts in the UPSC Civil Services … [Read more...] about Additional attempts in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2019: What is the truth?

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