As you are well aware, preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination is a marathon, not a sprint. The journey is long, arduous, and often filled with moments of self-doubt and fatigue. The process is extensive, usually spanning over years. The vast syllabus is intimidating. It includes diverse subjects, demanding continuous learning and revision. The […]
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Editorial
No One Covers Current Affairs As CSR Does
The importance of a good grasp of Current Affairs for the UPSC Civil Services Examination as well as other competitive exams cannot be emphasised enough. As such, every individual must be aware of what is going on around him or her in the nation and the world so that he/she can make critical and informed […]
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Listen To The New Toppers Carefully To Shine Like Them.
Dear Friend, Success shines on those who embrace challenges and explore, persist and adapt. After all, a day comes when the lady luck smiles on those who have worked hard, devoted themselves to their goal patiently and perseveringly, made sacrifices and endured all the pain cheerfully to reach their desired destinations. With UPSC declaring the […]
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Learn From The Experience Of IAS Toppers, Only In CSR.
Dear Friend, You must have received many tips from counsellors about how to go through the Personality Test, the last significant challenge before cracking the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). They are always eager to tell you: Read and prepare your Detailed Application Form (DAF) thoroughly; be up-to-date with the Current Affairs; prepare questions about […]
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Learn From Magnus Carlsen’s Playbook
Dear Friend, As you prepare for your UPSC Civil Services Exam, you know that successful people are always an inspiration. You watch them as beacons on a distant mountain and try to light up your own path of success from their glory. You draw inspiration from the lives of successful people who have faced their […]
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Don’t Find Yourself. Create Yourself.
As you know, the path to cracking the UPSC Civil Services Exam is undoubtedly one of the most challenging yet rewarding journeys an individual can embark on. As one of the toughest competitive exams in India, it demands not only academic prowess but also immense dedication, perseverance, and mental fortitude. For many aspirants, the dream […]
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What You Can Learn From Gukesh’s Extraordinary Win
Like all other Indians, you must have felt immense pride when our Chennai’s 18-year-old Grandmaster Dommaraju Gukesh became the youngest-ever World Chess Champion after beating Ding Liren of China in Singapore on December 12, 2024. The year 2024 couldn’t have ended better for India. After all, Gukesh brought back the World Chess Championship title to […]
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WHERE THERE IS A WILL, THERE IS A WAY
The age-old adage, “Where there is a will, there is a way,” encapsulates a fundamental truth about human determination and resilience. This proverb implies that as long as one possesses the determination and motivation to achieve a goal, obstacles can be overcome, and success can be attained. In this essay, I will explore the profound […]
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What is the role of Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee, and how is it different from the Privileges Committee?
The Ethics Committee of Lok Sabha, which recently took up a “cash-for-query” complaint made by a BJP Member Mr. Nishikant Dubey against Trinamool Congress Member Ms. Mahua Moitra, examines cases of misconduct involving Members of Parliament (MPs) and is responsible for overseeing their moral and ethical conduct. Its functions include examining complaints of unethical conduct […]
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STARTING THE JOURNEY
More than 10 lakh candidates fill forms for UPSC Civil Services, out of which around 5 lakh aspirants appear in the Prelim Exam. Only around one thousand candidates get final selection. No doubt, UPSC Civil Services is the toughest exam, not only in India but also in the world. What makes things more difficult for […]