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2 ALL INDIA MAINS TEST SERIES-2019 Test No. Test Code Subject Date Test-1 M-1901 GS Paper-II (Constitution, Polity) Test-2 M-1902 GS paper-ii (Governance, Social Justice) GS Paper-I (Indian Society) Test-3 M-1903 GS Paper-I (Indian Heritage & Culture, History of India and World) Test-4 M-1904 GS Paper-IV (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude) Test-5 M-1905 GS Paper-III (Economic Development) India+Medieval India Test-6 M-1906 GS Paper-I (geography) Test-7 M-1907 GS Paper-IV (Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude) Test-8 M-1908 GS Paper-II (International Relations) Test-9 M-1909 GS Paper-II ( Test-10 M-1910 GS Paper-IV () Test-11 M-1911 GS Paper-III () Test-12 M-1912 GS Paper-I () TEST TIMING: 2:00 to 5:00 PM

3 DIRECTIVES USED IN UPSC QUESTIONS AND THEIR CONNOTATION ELUCIDATE JUSTIFY CRITICALLY ANALYZE ASSESS DESCRIBE To give a clarifying explanation. Examples and facts should be given to explain the content of the statement in the question. Prove that the statement is right or reasonable. Use arguments, facts, and examples. Do not negate it even slightly You should not take a single stance, or be blind to other facts. You should write positives as well as negatives of the topic and give a fair judgment. Critically doesn t mean that you should just criticise the given statement. You need to judge or decide the subject matter mentioned in the question in the given context. Provide a detailed explanation as to how and why something happens along with requisite reasons. CRITICALLY Requires the candidate to give his verdict as to what extent a EVALUATE statement or findings are true and to what extent does he agree with given statement. You need to provide pros and cons of the statement and justify the choice made. ELABORATE COMMENT DISCUSS ANALYZE EXPLAIN TO WHAT EXTENT SUBSTANTIATE It requires adding details and clarifying the meaning of statement. This directive requires candidates to express their opinion on something or give an explanation of the same. Candidates must validate their opinion with facts or examples, whenever required. It demands to write about a subject in detail, especially considering different ideas and opinions related to it. You need to examine in detail in order to discover meaning, essential features, etc Thus, the topic has to be broken down into components or essential features and examine the veracity of the statement. It demands to make the statement clear by describing it in more detail with relevant figures, data, graph or simple definitions. Here the emphasis is on making the answers lucid for even a lay man. It is used to assess how true a statement is, or in what ways it is true. It demands to give evidence in support of one`s arguments. Candidates must also explore the alternative explanation of question to make the answer complete. To support a claim with facts. Facts might include data, case studies, examples, authentic reports etc. 3

4 TEST CODE SYLLABUS TEST-1 G.S. PAPER 2 (CONSTITUTION, POLITY) (M-1901) Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that (11/11/18) of other countries Parliament and State Legislatures structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privilegesand issues arising out of these. Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Ministries and Departmentsof the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity. Salient features of the Representation of People s Act. Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of variousconstitutional Bodies. Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies TEST-2 G.S. PAPER 2 (GOVERNANCE,SOCIAL JUSTICE) (M-1902) Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Development processes and the development industry- the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders. Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these (25/11/18) schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/ Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Issues relating to poverty and hunger. Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance- applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures. Role of civil services in a democracy. REFERENCES Indian Polity by M Laxmikant Constitution of India by P.M. Bakshi Sarkaria and Punchi Commission Report 2nd ARC 12th NCERT - Politics in India after Independence The HIndu and Indian Governance by M Karthikeyan Economic Survey Yojana and Kurukshetra Economic and Political Weekly PRS India Indian Social System - Ram Ahuja NCERT -12th Indian Society NCERT -12th - Social Change and Development In India 4

5 TEST - 3 (M-1903) G.S. PAPER 1 (SOCIETY) Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Role of women and women s organization, population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their problems and their remedies. Effects of globalization on Indian society Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism. G.S. PAPER 1 (INDIAN HERITAGE AND CULTURE, HISTORY OF INDIA AND WORLD) Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. The Freedom Struggle its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country. (09/12/18) Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawal of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, Capitalism, socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society. TEST-4 G.S. PAPER 4 (ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE) (M-1904) Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics in private and public relationships. Human Values lessons from thelives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values. (23/12/18) Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour; moral and political attitudes; social influence and persuasion Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world. Case Studies on above issues. TEST-5 G.S. PAPER 3 (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT) (M-1905) Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Government Budgeting. Social Problems In India - Ram Ahuja The Hindu and Indian Indian Culture and Heritage - Nitin Singhania Ancient India, OLD NCERT Indian Freedom Struggle of independence - Bipin Chandra A Brief History of Modern India - Spectrum Publication 12th NCERT - Politics in India after Independence India since Independence by Bipin Chandra Norman Lewis- Mastering world history World History Ncert- Arjun Dev Lexicon G. Subba Rao IGNOU material for Ethical concerns in Public Administration 2nd ARC reports Economic Survey Indian Economy by Sanjiv Verma Geography of India by Majid Husain 5

6 Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country, different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution Systemobjectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security;technology missions; economics of animal-rearing. (06/01/19) Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management. Land reforms in India. Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Investment models. TEST-6 G.S. PAPER1 (GEOGRAPHY) (M-1906) Salient features of world s physical geography. Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent); Factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India) Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, (20/01/19) Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc., Geographical features and their location- changes in critical geographical features (including water bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. G.S. PAPER 3 (ENVIRONMENT AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT) Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Disaster and disaster management. TEST-7 G.S. PAPER 4 (ETHICS, INTEGRITY AND APTITUDE) (M-1907) Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and non-partisanship,objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections. Emotional intelligence-concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance. Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance. Introductory Macroeconomics, Ncert Ministry of Agriculture Website Yojana and Kurukshetra Economic Times, The Hindu, Indian Physical Geography by Savinder Singh Geography of India by Majid Husain Down to Earth magazine Around the world, ICSE Board Our Environment, Ncert Ecology and Environment, (India Year Book) Crisis management- 2nd ARC The Hindu, Indian Lexicon Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude by G. Subba Rao IGNOU material for Ethical concerns 2nd ARC reports 6

(03/02/19) Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information, Codes of Ethics,

7 (03/02/19) Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical basis of governance and probity; Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information, Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct, Citizen s Charters, Work culture, Quality of service delivery, Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption. Case Studies on above issues. TEST-8 G.S. PAPER 2 (INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS) (M-1908) India and its neighborhood- relations. Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India s interests Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India s interests, Indian Diaspora. Important International institutions, agencies and foratheir structure, mandate. G.S. PAPER-3 (TECHNOLOGY AND SECURITY) Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life (17/02/19) Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. Linkages between development and spread of extremism. Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security. Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; moneylaundering and its prevention Security challenges and their management in border areas; linkages of organized crime with terrorism Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate. Foreign Policy of India by V N Khanna 2nd ARC REPORT (Public Order, Capacity Building for Conflict Resolution, Combating Terrorism ) Science Reporter magazine The Hindu, Indian TEST-9 (M-1909) (03/03/19) Test-10 (M-1910) (10/03/19) TEST-11 (M-1911) (17/03/19) TEST-12 (M-1912) (31/03/19) G.S. Paper II G.S. Paper IV G.S. Paper III G.S. Paper I 7

General Studies- I: Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society.

SYLLABUS General Studies- I: Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society. Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient