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UPSC Mains General Studies Paper 1 (GS1)

Indian Philosophy: Orthodox and Heterodox Schools

Last updated on June 23, 2021 by Alex Andrews George

Indian Philosophy (Hindu Philosophy)

Indian Philosophy or Hindu Philosophy is generally classified into 6 orthodox schools (āstika) and 3 heterodox (nāstika) schools. Difference between Astik schools and Nastik schools The basic difference between the two branches of Hindu Philosophy schools is said to be based on the recognition of … [Read more...] about Indian Philosophy: Orthodox and Heterodox Schools

Historical Background of Indian Constitution

Last updated on July 25, 2024 by Alex Andrews George

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The historical background of the Indian Constitution can be traced to many regulations and acts passed before Indian Independence. Read further to learn the evolution of the Constitution comprehensively. Before 1947, India was divided into two main entities - British India which consisted of 11 … [Read more...] about Historical Background of Indian Constitution

Urban Heat Islands

Last updated on August 4, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

urban heat islands

The Urban heat islands (UHI), concrete buildings, and asphalt is making the heat waves around the world more intense. Studies are indicating that UHI is increasing with more people being part of such areas. What are Urban heat islands? How is it affecting the global climate? Read here to find … [Read more...] about Urban Heat Islands

IAS Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) Analysis

Last updated on August 21, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

IAS Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) Analysis

IAS Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) analysis is based on the UPSC Mains 2013 GS1 question paper, which is already shared in this website. GS1 Question paper shows that UPSC has given maximum weightage for Indian History (32%)  and Geography (28%). Questions from culture carried a total … [Read more...] about IAS Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) Analysis

Civil Services Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) Question Paper

Last updated on August 24, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Civil Services Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) Question Paper

How is the Civil Services Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1? How is this paper framed? Read further to know more. UPSC Civil Services Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) was a real surprise for all candidates. It had, for the first time, 25 compulsory essay questions to be written within 3 … [Read more...] about Civil Services Mains 2013 General Studies Paper 1 (GS1) Question Paper

Land Revenue Systems in British India: Zamindari, Ryotwari and Mahalwari

Last updated on April 7, 2021 by Alex Andrews George

Land Revenue Systems Simplified

What were the differences among the major land revenue systems in British India ie Zamindari, Ryotwari and Mahalwari? For UPSC, Land Revenue Systems in British India is always a hot topic for Prelims and Mains. As per the new syllabus 'land reforms in India' is specifically mentioned for GS … [Read more...] about Land Revenue Systems in British India: Zamindari, Ryotwari and Mahalwari

Books for UPSC Civil Service Main Exam Preparation

Last updated on August 31, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Click to buy IAS books for mains

What are the books needed for UPSC Civil Service Main Examination? What are the important books for other exams? Read further to know more. The below-mentioned books are based on the feedback from many aspirants/toppers who found them useful for the exam. We keep updating this page when new … [Read more...] about Books for UPSC Civil Service Main Exam Preparation

How To Study Indian Society For UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam?

Last updated on March 10, 2024 by Alex Andrews George

Indian Society For UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam

Indian Society is a topic under UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam in GS Paper -1. Along with Indian History, World History, and Physical Geography, Indian Society is also a significant portion and hence should be given its due importance. The section might be a cake walk for those candidates with … [Read more...] about How To Study Indian Society For UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam?

How To Study World History for UPSC Civil Services Mains?

Last updated on March 8, 2024 by Alex Andrews George

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How to study world history for UPSC Civil Services mains? Read here for the Strategy and guidelines for World History Preparation for the UPSC Mains Exam. World History is a newly added section for UPSC Civil Services Mains. But, interestingly, only events from the 18th century are included in … [Read more...] about How To Study World History for UPSC Civil Services Mains?

General Studies 1 Paper Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC

Last updated on April 3, 2024 by Alex Andrews George

General Studies 1 Paper Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC

General Studies 1 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam consists of the below major areas: Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society. General Studies 1 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains The detailed syllabus with direct links to ClearIAS … [Read more...] about General Studies 1 Paper Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC

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