As it has been already discussed in the previous article titled “Current Affairs”, a large chunk of questions in UPSC Mains come from Current Affairs. In fact even questions from core syllabus come from topics related to current events. In continuation of the same approach, we will try to get an idea of questions based... Continue Reading →
Equilibrium
This story comes from ancient folklore. There was a brave, powerful king. He had everything: invincible army, loads of wealth, happy and obedient subject. Time followed its own course and he became old. He anointed his son as his heir and decided to spend time for welfare of his people. He wanted to make each... Continue Reading →
Current Affairs
Year after year the importance of current affairs is increasing in UPSC Civil Service Examination. In fact, in the new pattern for Mains, about 65% questions from GS I, II and III are either straightaway from the current affairs or are related to something in news. Similarly, the weightage of current related questions in Optional... Continue Reading →
For New Aspirants…
Dear New Aspirant, Welcome to the world of Civil Service Examinations and congratulations for choosing a difficult path for a noble cause. We all aspirants know the kind of uncertainties and apprehensions any newcomer faces. But this is the time where you can really shape your future. Hence, you need to be strong and determined... Continue Reading →
The Ice Bucket Puzzle
Well, every now and then there is some sensation on Internet. Earlier it was the 241543903 Heads in the freezer thing (For starters, just Google this number. It was when Social media was not so powerful in India ). Then came the era of photoshops, trolls memes. Most recent became the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge-... Continue Reading →
Immediately after the Prelims…
Any examination in the course of preparing for Civil Services Examinations is a draining experience. We work hard for the examination and try to give our 100% on the day of exam. Hence, it is very much advisable to take rest and get refreshed. We deserve some rest after working so hard! However, the problem... Continue Reading →
Stories from Bharat Darshan 3: Scooby Dooby Yaah!!
Scuba diving is always an exciting proposition for anybody loving adventure. Even the miniscule claustrophobic in me got overpowered by the curiosity and glamour of being underwater. The real thrill for me was to see the world lying there. So began the Scuba dive, somewhere in mid-January, in the tropical seas of Havelock Islands, Andamans.... Continue Reading →
Dear Orkut…
Dear Orkut, Well, it’s kind of embarrassing for me to write to you only when you are at the terminal end of your lifetime, after conveniently ignoring you for years. It is definitely a sad moment to see you vanish from the virtual world, which has overtaken our lives. But then as they say, it... Continue Reading →
Gearing up for the Big Day- UPSC CSE Prelims
As UPSC preliminary examination is approaching closer, all the aspirants must be witnessing increasing nervousness, especially the first-timers. It is natural. After all it is an important juncture in the pursuit of our aim. With all the issue about exam pattern getting somewhat cleared now, it is time to focus again on the preparation. Everybody... Continue Reading →
Perceptions
A lot depends on how we perceive the world. Our reaction to anything is basically a reflection of our perception. As C.S. Lewis says, what we see or what we hear depends on what sort of person we are. Hence our perception of others is in fact a reflection of our own self. We... Continue Reading →
Expressions and Impressions 