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11 1 Fundamental Test-1 3 rd August Ancient & Medieval History, Indian Art & Culture Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 1 26th July 2 27th July 3 28th July 4 29th July 5 30th July 6 31st July 7 1 st August Ancient India Prehistoric period Indus Valley Civilization Early and Later Vedic Age Mahajanapadas Religious Reforms Jainism and Buddhism Mauryan & Post Mauryan Empire Sangam Age Guptas & Post Guptas Period Harsha Period Sangam Era and other South Indian Kingdoms Medieval India Early Medieval Period Palas, Rashtrakutas, Gurjars, Pratihars Cholas, Cheras and Pandyas Sultanate Period & Delhi Sultanate Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms Religious Movements: Bhakti & Sufi Movements Mughal Empire Rise of Marathas General Studies Paper-1: Indian Heritage and Culture Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Mains -1 Mini Test-1 History 1 [Ancient, Medieval & Culture] 6th NCERT History-Our Past- I (Complete Book) 7th NCERT History-Our Past- II (Complete Book) 11th Tamilnadu Board Chapter-1 to 23 12th NCERT Part-1 History - Themes in Indian History I 12th NCERT Part-2 History - Themes in Indian History II 11th NCERT An Introduction to Indian Art CCRT - Performing Arts, Visual Arts & Literary Arts NIOS Art & Culture India Year Book chapter on Culture

12 1 Fundamental Test-1 3 rd August Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Indian Art & Culture Architecture and Sculptures Religion and Philosophy Indian paintings Indian Music Indian Dances Indian Theatres Indian cinema Indian Language & Literature Arts & Crafts Science and Technology in Ancient India Indo- Islamic Culture Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Ancient & Medieval History, Indian Art & Culture Current Affairs Day-8 2 nd August Revision Day Day-9 Test Day

13 2 Fundamental Test-2 12 th August World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 10 4 th August 11 5 th August 12 6 th August 13 7 th August 14 8 th August 15 9 th August th August World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Universe & The Solar System Evolution of The Earth Basics of latitude and longitude Geomorphology Oceanography Climatology Biogeography Natural Hazards and Disasters Continents: Physical Features (Land, Climate, Resources etc.): Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia World Economic Geography: primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary and quinary activities World Human Geography World Population: Distribution & Density, Races & Tribes, Settlement & Migration General Studies Paper-1: World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Salient features of world's physical geography. Distribution of key natural resources across the world; factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, 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. Mains -2 Mini Test-2 World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography 6 th to 8 th NCERT (except Indian Geo.) 11th NCERT Fundamentals of Physical Geography 12th NCERT Fundamentals of Human Geography [Read it selectively] Goh Cheng Leong - Certificate Physical and Human Geography Oxford Atlas

14 2 Fundamental Test-2 12 th August Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs th August Revision Day Day-18 Test Day

15 3 Mini Revision Test-1 Note 1 st Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test-1 and Test-2 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total th August covered in Test-1 Test-2

16 4 Fundamental Test-3 21 st August Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th August th August th August th August th August th August th August Indian Polity & Constitution Constitution: Why and How The Philosophy of the Constitution Historical Background Making of the Constitution Salient Features of the Constitution Preamble of the Constitution Union and its Territory Citizenship President Vice-President Governor Emergency Provisions Prime Minister Central Council of Ministers Cabinet Committees Chief Minister State Council of Ministers Parliamentary System Federal System Parliament Comptroller and Auditor General of India Parliamentary Committees Parliamentary Forums Parliamentary Group State Legislature Supreme Court Judicial Review and Judicial Activism General Studies Paper-2: Constitution, Polity 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 of other countries Parliament and State Legislatures - structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity. Salient features of the Representation of People's Act. Indian Polity & Constitution 8 th NCERT Social & Political Life III Ch- 2,5,6,7,8,10 9 th & 10 th NCERT Democratic Politics I & II 11th NCERT Indian Constitution at Work LAXMIKANTH Indian Polity 2 nd ARC Report Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc.

17 4 Fundamental Test-3 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Public Interest Litigation High Court Subordinate Courts Attorney General of India Advocate General of the State Mains -3 Mini Test-3 21 st August th August Revision Day Day-27 Test Day Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs

18 5 Fundamental Test-4 30 th August Indian Economy Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References nd August rd August th August th August th August th August th August Indian Economy Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence Indian Economy Economic Reforms Since 1991: Liberalisation, Privatisation and Globalisation Economic Planning in India Demographic Profile of India Meaning, Types and Sectors of Economy Economic Growth & Development National Income Accounting: GDP, GNP and other concepts Money: Evolution & Functions of Money, Demand & Supply of Money Banking: Banking System, Functions & Types, Banking Reforms Instruments of Monetary Policy Inflation & Employment Government Budget: Revenue & Capital Accounts, Government Deficit Fiscal Policy Capital Market Foreign Exchange Market Balance of Payment & Balance of Trade Trade Deficit General Studies Paper-3: Economic Development Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Government Budgeting. 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. Mains -4 Mini Test-4 Indian Economy 11th NCERT Indian Economic Development 12 th NCERT Micro & Macro Economics TMH Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh or Any other Standard Book on Economy Arthapedia Investopedia 2 nd ARC Report (Strengthening Financial Management Systems) (Note: You can also search and read prescribed topics for Economy from Arthpedia and Investopedia)

19 5 Fundamental Test-4 30 th August Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References International Financial & Economic Organizations: IMF, WTO, WIPO & Foreign Trade etc. Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) Public Finance: Revenue, Expenditure, Deficit etc. Agriculture & Food Security Industry Infrastructure Service Sector Natural Resources & their Management Poverty and Unemployment Government Schemes & Programmes Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Indian Economy Current Affairs th August Revision Day Day-36 Test Day

20 6 Mini Revision Test-2 Note 2 nd Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test-1,2,4 and 5 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total 25 4 th September covered in Test-1 Test-2 Test-4 Test-5

21 7 Fundamental Test-5 Modern Indian History Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References st August 38 1 st Sept 39 2 nd Sept 40 3 rd Sept 41 4 th Sept 42 5 th Sept 43 6 th Sept Modern Indian History Struggle among European powers in India Regulating Acts and Charter Acts of 1773, 1784, 1793, 1813,1833, 1853 British Expansion policy Economic policies and their impact Education Policies Socio - Religious Reform Movements in the 19th century India The Great Revolt of 1857 Foundation of the Indian National Congress Moderate Phase ( ) The rise of Extremism or Neo- Nationalism Partition of Bengal and the Swadeshi Movement The Morley-Minto Reforms or the Indian Councils Act, 1909 The Home Rule Movement Montague-Chelmsford Reforms or the Government of India Act, 1919 The Beginning of the Gandhian Era The Khilafat Movement ( ) and Non-Cooperation Movement Nehru Report, 1928 General Studies Paper-1: Modern Indian History and Freedom Struggle 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. 8 th September Mains -5 Mini Test-5 Modern Indian History 8th NCERT Our Past III (Part-1 & Part-2) 10th NCERT Chapter-3,7 & 8 12th Tamilnadu Board 12th Old NCERT Modern India Bipanchandra OR 12th NCERT Part-3 History - Themes in Indian History III Spectrum A Brief History of Modern India

22 7 Fundamental Test-5 8 th September Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References The Civil Disobedience Movement (The first phase) Second Phase of Civil Disobedience Movement The Government of India Act, 1935 Provincial Elections and Formation of popular Ministries in Provinces, 1937 The Second World War and the National Movement The Quit India Movement, I942 Subhas Bose and Indian National Army Naval Mutiny: 1946 The Indian Independence Act, 1947 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Modern Indian History Current Affairs 44 7 th Sept Revision Day Day-45 Test Day

23 8 Fundamental Test-6 17 th September Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 46 9 th Sept th Sept th Sept th Sept th Sept India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Our Country India: Size and Location India: Structure and Physiography Soils Agriculture Drainage System & Water Resources Weather, Climate and Seasons Natural Vegetation, Plant and Animal Life Land Resources Mineral and Energy Resources Industries Transport and Communication Foreign Trade Population, Migration, Settlements General Studies Paper-1: India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent); factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (focus on geography of India) Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, 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. (Focus on Indian geographical phenomena) India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography 9 th & 10 th NCERT 11th NCERT India Physical Environment 12th NCERT India - People and Economy [Note: For Mains, selective study of 10 th ICSE Geography] India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs th Sept th Sept Mains -6 Mini Test-6

24 8 Fundamental Test-6 17 th September Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs th Sept Revision Day Day-54 Test Day

25 9 Mini Revision Test-3 Note 3 rd Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test-1,2,4,5,7 and 8 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total nd September covered in Test-1 Test-2 Test-4 Test-5 Test-7 Test-8

26 10 Fundamental Test-7 26 th September Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Sept th Sept th Sept st Sept nd Sept rd Sept th Sept Indian Polity & Constitution Panchayati Raj Municipalities Federalism Centre State Relations Inter-State Relations Finance Commission NITI Aayog Fundamental Rights Directive Principles of State Policy Fundamental Duties Amendment of the Constitution Basic Structure of the Constitution Election and Representation Constitution as a Living Document Special Status of Jammu & Kashmir Special Provisions for Some States Union Territories Scheduled and Tribal Areas Election Commission Elections & Electoral Reforms Anti-Defection Law Voting Behaviour Election Laws Union Public Service Commission & State Public Service Commission National Commission for SCs and STs General Studies Paper-2: Governance, Social Justice Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies. Statutory, regulatory and various quasijudicial bodies. 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 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. Indian Polity & Constitution 8 th NCERT Social & Political Life III Ch- 2,5,6,7,8,10 9 th & 10 th NCERT Democratic Politics I & II 11th NCERT Indian Constitution at Work LAXMIKANTH Indian Polity 2 nd ARC Report [Note: For Mains, selective study of Governance in India by Laxmikanth]

27 10 Fundamental Test-7 26 th September Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities Official Language National Human Rights Commission and State Human Rights Commission Central Information Commission and State Information Commission Central Vigilance Commission Central Bureau of Investigation Lokpal and Lokayuktas Political Parties Pressure Groups Foreign Policy National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution 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; citizen s charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures. Role of civil services in a democracy. Mains -7 Mini Test-7 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs th Sept Revision Day Day-63 Test Day

28 11 Fundamental Test-8 5 th October Environment & Ecology Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Sept th Sept th Sept th Sept 68 1 st Oct 69 2 nd Oct Environment & Ecology Our Environment Basic Concepts & Components of the Ecology and ecosystem Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystem, Ecological Succession etc. Sources of Energy Management of Natural Resources Environmental Chemistry Organisms and Populations Biodiversity, Flora & Fauna and Conservation Environmental Issues & different types and components of Pollution Global warming, Climate change, Greenhouse effect and Ozone depletion etc. Ocean Acidification Sustainable Development Environmental Impact Assessment Carbon Sequestration, Carbon Sink, Carbon Credit, Carbon Offsetting, Carbon Tax, Geo-engineering etc. General Studies Paper-3: Bio diversity & Environment, Disaster Management Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Disaster and disaster management Mains -8 Mini Test-8 Environment & Ecology 10th NCERT Science Chapter 14 to 16 11th NCERT Science Chemistry Chapter 14 12th NCERT Science Biology Chapter -13 to 16 NIOS Environment India Year Book Chapter on Environment (Note: Do selective study of NIOS as per prescribed topics.) 70 3 rd Oct

29 11 Fundamental Test-8 5 th October Environment & Ecology Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 71 4 th Oct Environmental Organizations and Conventions Animal Welfare Board, Wildlife Crime Control Board etc. National Wildlife Action Plan National Afforestation and Eco- Development,National Mission for Electric Mobility etc. Revision Day Day-72 Test Day Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc.

30 12 Mini Revision Test-4 Note 4 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test-1,2,4,5,7,8,10 and 11 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total th October covered in Test-1 Test-2 Test-4 Test-5 Test-7 Test-8 Test-10 Test-11

31 13 Fundamental Test-9 14 th October Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 73 6 th Oct 74 7 th Oct 75 8 th Oct 76 9 th Oct th Oct Current Affairs This Exclusive test thoroughly focus on Current Affairs, Government Schemes/Policies/Reports etc., Economic Survey , etc. Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. General Studies Paper-1: World History History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawing of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society. Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Current Affairs, Social & Economic Development, Govt. Schemes & Policies, Economic Survey th Oct th Oct

32 13 Fundamental Test-9 14 th October Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References World History New NCERT Class IX India and Contemporary World I (Chap. No- 1,2 & 3) New NCERT Class X India and Contemporary World II (Chap. No- 1,2,4,5 & 7) Old NCERT Class XII History of the World: From the late 19th to early 21st century - Arjun Dev & Indira Arjun Dev [Currently published by ORIENT BLACKSWAN] B V Rao History of Modern World (If time permits do it very selectively.) Current Affairs, Social & Economic Development, Govt. Schemes & Policies, Economic Survey th Oct Revision Day Day-81 Test Day

33 14 Full-length Revision Test-1 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Oct 1 st Full-length Revision Test th Oct th Oct This is a Full-length Revision Test containing 100 on all the topics and references mentioned in all the Fundamental Tests i.e. Test-1 to 9 [This periodic Full-length Revision test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] 23 rd October th Oct th Oct covered in above all the Fundamental Tests th Oct st Oct

34 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 14 Full-length Revision Test nd Oct Revision Day Day-90 Test Day 23 rd October covered in above all the Fundamental Tests

35 15 Applied-Advance Test-1 31 st October Ancient & Medieval History, Indian Art & Culture Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Oct th Oct th Oct th Oct th Oct th Oct Ancient India Prehistoric period Indus Valley Civilization Early and Later Vedic Age Mahajanapadas Religious Reforms Jainism and Buddhism Mauryan & Post Mauryan Empire Sangam Age Guptas & Post Guptas Period Harsha Period Sangam Era and other South Indian Kingdoms Medieval India Early Medieval Period Palas, Rashtrakutas, Gurjars, Pratihars Cholas, Cheras and Pandyas Sultanate Period & Delhi Sultanate Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms Religious Movements: Bhakti & Sufi Movements Mughal Empire Rise of Marathas General Studies Paper-1: World History History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawing of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society. Mains -9 Mini Test-9 History 1 [Ancient, Medieval & Culture] 6th NCERT History-Our Past- I (Complete Book) 7th NCERT History-Our Past- II (Complete Book) 11th Tamilnadu Board Chapter-1 to 23 12th NCERT Part-1 History - Themes in Indian History I 12th NCERT Part-2 History - Themes in Indian History II 11th NCERT An Introduction to Indian Art CCRT - Performing Arts, Visual Arts & Literary Arts NIOS Art & Culture India Year Book chapter on Culture World History New NCERT Class IX India and Contemporary World I (Chap. No- 1,2 & 3) New NCERT Class X India and Contemporary World II (Chap. No- 1,2,4,5 & 7) Old NCERT Class XII History of the World: From the late 19th to early 21st century - Arjun Dev & Indira Arjun Dev

36 15 Applied-Advance Test-1 31 st October Ancient & Medieval History, Indian Art & Culture Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Indian Art & Culture Architecture and Sculptures Religion and Philosophy Indian paintings Indian Music Indian Dances Indian Theatres Indian cinema Indian Language & Literature Arts & Crafts Science and Technology in Ancient India Indo- Islamic Culture [Currently published by ORIENT BLACKSWAN] B V Rao History of Modern World (If time permits do it very selectively.) Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc st Oct Revision Day Day-98 Test Day

37 16 Applied-Advance Test-2 9 th November Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 99 1 st Nov nd Nov rd Nov th Nov th Nov th Nov th Nov Indian Polity & Constitution Concepts, forms and types of Political systems Political system established by the Constitution of India Constitution: Why and How The Philosophy of the Constitution Historical Background Making of the Constitution Salient Features of the Constitution Preamble of the Constitution Union and its Territory Citizenship President Vice-President Governor Emergency Provisions Prime Minister Central Council of Ministers Cabinet Committees Chief Minister State Council of Ministers Parliamentary System Federal System Parliament Comptroller and Auditor General of India General Studies Paper-1: Post Independence India Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. Mains -10 Mini Test-10 Note: With the completion of Mini Test-10, your whole basic preparation for Mains is completed once. It will give you cutting-edged advantage in your preparation Indian Polity & Constitution 8 th NCERT Social & Political Life III Ch- 2,5,6,7,8,10 9 th & 10 th NCERT Democratic Politics I & II 11th NCERT Indian Constitution at Work LAXMIKANTH Indian Polity 2 nd ARC Report New NCERT Class XII Politics in India after Independence [Note: For Mains, selective study of India since Independence by Bipan Chandra]

38 16 Applied-Advance Test-2 9 th November Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Parliamentary Committees Parliamentary Forums Parliamentary Group State Legislature Supreme Court Judicial Review and Judicial Activism Public Interest Litigation High Court Subordinate Courts Attorney General of India Advocate General of the State Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs th Nov Revision Day Day-107 Test Day

39 17 Mini Revision Test-5 Note 5 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Tests--15 & 16 This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total th November covered in Test-15 Test-16

40 18 Applied-Advance Test-3 18 th November World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Nov th Nov th Nov th Nov th Nov th Nov th Nov World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Universe & The Solar System Evolution and interior of The Earth Basics of latitude and longitude Geomorphology: Continental Drift, Plate Tectonics, Earth Movements, Earthquakes, Land forms, Seafloor Spreading, Volcanoes, Weathering, Erosion etc. Oceanography: Ocean currents, Composition and temperature distribution of oceans, salinity of oceans, etc. Climatology: Atmosphere, Upper Atmospheric Phenomenon, Heat Budget, Planetary and Local Winds, etc. Biogeography Natural Hazards and Disasters Continents: Physical Features (Land, Climate, Resources etc.): Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia General Studies Paper-1: World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Salient features of world's physical geography. Distribution of key natural resources across the world; factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, 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. General Studies Paper-4: Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weakersections. World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography 6 th to 8 th NCERT (except Indian Geo.) 11th NCERT Fundamentals of Physical Geography 12th NCERT Fundamentals of Human Geography [Read it selectively] Goh Cheng Leong - Certificate Physical and Human Geography Oxford Atlas Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude 2nd ARC REPORT (Ethics in Governance, Refurbishing of Personnel Administration) Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude (Chronicle Books) Arihant's IAS Mains General Studies Paper 4: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude

41 18 Applied-Advance Test-3 18 th November Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References World Economic Geography: primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary and quinary activities World Human Geography World Population: Distribution & Density, Races & Tribes, Settlement & Migration 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 the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values. 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. Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs th Nov Mains -11 Sectional Test-1 Revision Day Day-116 Test Day

42 19 Applied-Advance Test-4 27 th November Environment & Ecology Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Nov th Nov st Nov nd Nov rd Nov th Nov th Nov Environment & Ecology Our Environment Basic Concepts & Components of the Ecology and ecosystem Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystem, Ecological Succession etc. Sources of Energy Management of Natural Resources Environmental Chemistry Organisms and Populations Biodiversity, Flora & Fauna and Conservation Biodiversity of India, Plant and Animal Diversity of India Schedule Animals of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 Protected Area Network-Tiger Reserves, Elephant Reserves etc. Conservation Efforts-National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries etc. Environmental Issues & different types and components of Pollution Global warming, Climate change, Greenhouse effect and Ozone depletion etc. Marine Organism Ocean Acidification General Studies Paper-3: Bio diversity & Environment, Disaster Management Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Disaster and disaster management General Studies Paper-4: Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour; moral and political attitudes; social influence and persuasion. Emotional intelligence-concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance. Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world. 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. Environment & Ecology 10th NCERT Science Chapter 14 to 16 11th NCERT Science Chemistry Chapter 14 12th NCERT Science Biology Chapter -13 to 16 NIOS Environment India Year Book Chapter on Environment (Note: Do selective study of NIOS as per prescribed topics.) Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude 2nd ARC REPORT (Ethics in Governance, Refurbishing of Personnel Administration) Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude (Chronicle Books) Arihant's IAS Mains General Studies Paper 4: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude

43 19 Applied-Advance Test-4 27 th November Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Sustainable Development Environmental Impact Assessment Carbon Sequestration, Carbon Sink, Carbon Credit, Carbon Offsetting, Carbon Tax, Geo-engineering etc. Environmental Organizations and Conventions Animal Welfare Board, Wildlife Crime Control Board etc. National Wildlife Action Plan National Afforestation and Eco- Development, National Mission for Electric Mobility etc. Mains -12 Sectional Test-2 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Environment & Ecology Current Affairs th Nov Revision Day Day-125 Test Day

44 20 Full-length Revision Test-2 6 th December Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Nov th Nov th Nov st Dec nd Dec 2 nd Full-length Revision Test This is a Full-length Revision Test containing 100 on all the topics and references mentioned in Tests-15,16,18 & 19 [This periodic Full-length Revision test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test rd Dec th Dec

45 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 20 Full-length Revision Test th Dec Revision Day Day-134 Test Day 6 th December covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test-19

46 21 Mini Revision Test-6 Note 6 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Test-15,16,18 & 19 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total th December covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test-19

47 22 Applied-Advance Test-5 15 th December Indian Economy Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Dec th Dec th Dec th Dec th Dec th Dec th Dec Indian Economy Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence Indian Economy Economic Reforms Since 1991: Liberalisation, Privatisation and Globalisation Economic Planning in India Demographic Profile of India Meaning, Types and Sectors of Economy International Financial & Economic Organizations: IMF, WTO, WIPO & Foreign Trade etc. Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) Public Finance: Revenue, Expenditure, Deficit etc. Agriculture & Food Security Industry Infrastructure Service Sector Natural Resources & their Management Poverty and Unemployment Government Schemes & Programmes General Studies Paper-3: Economic Development and Agriculture related issues 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 System objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing. Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management. Land reforms in India. Indian Economy 11th NCERT Indian Economic Development 12 th NCERT Micro & Macro Economics TMH Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh or Any other Standard Book on Economy India since independence by Bipin Chandra [Land Reform] 12th NCERT: Geography India People and Economy Economic Survey of India (Latest) Arthapedia Investopedia 2 nd ARC Report (Strengthening Financial Management Systems) (Note: You can also search and read prescribed topics for Economy from Arthpedia and Investopedia) Current Issues Security Issues Current issues India year Book New NCERT Class 12th Political Science: Contemporary World Politics (Chapter: Security in the Contemporary World) 2nd ARC REPORT (Public Order, Capacity Building for Conflict Resolution, Combating Terrorism)

48 22 Applied-Advance Test-5 15 th December Indian Economy Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References General Studies Paper-3: Security Issues 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; money-laundering 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 Mains -13 Sectional Test-3 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc th Dec Revision Day Day-143 Test Day

49 23 Applied-Advance Test-6 24 th December Modern Indian History Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Dec th Dec th Dec th Dec th Dec st Dec nd Dec Modern Indian History Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc. Struggle among European powers in India Regulating Acts and Charter Acts of 1773, 1784, 1793, 1813,1833, 1853 British Expansion policy: Doctrine of lapse, Subordinate alliance etc. Economic policies and their impact Education Policies Socio - Religious Reform Movements in the 19th century India: Brahmo Samaj, Arya Samaj, Theosophical Society, Ramakrishna Movement, Muslim reform movements, Parsi reform movements, Sikh Reform Movements etc. The Great Revolt of 1857 Foundation of the Indian National Congress Moderate Phase ( ) The rise of Extremism or Neo- Nationalism The first phase of Revolutionary Terrorism Partition of Bengal and the Swadeshi Movement General Studies Paper-1: Indian Heritage and Culture Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. General Studies Paper-1: Modern Indian History and Freedom Struggle 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. Modern Indian History 8th NCERT Our Past III (Part-1 & Part-2) 10th NCERT Chapter-3,7 & 8 12th Tamilnadu Board 12th Old NCERT Modern India Bipanchandra OR 12th NCERT Part-3 History - Themes in Indian History III Spectrum A Brief History of Modern India Culture 11th NCERT An Introduction to Indian Art CCRT - Performing Arts, Visual Arts & Literary Arts NIOS Art & Culture India Year Book chapter on Culture World History New NCERT Class IX India and Contemporary World I (Chap. No- 1,2 & 3) New NCERT Class X India and Contemporary World II (Chap. No- 1,2,4,5 & 7) Old NCERT Class XII History of the World: From the late 19th to early 21st century - Arjun Dev & Indira Arjun Dev

50 23 Applied-Advance Test-6 24 th December Modern Indian History Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References General Studies Paper-1: World History History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawing of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society. Mains -14 Sectional Test-4 [Currently published by ORIENT BLACKSWAN] B V Rao History of Modern World (If time permits do it very selectively.) Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc rd Dec Revision Day Day-152 Test Day

51 24 Mini Revision Test-7 Note 7 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test-15,16,18,19,22 & 23 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total th December covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test-19 Test-22 Test-23

52 25 Applied-Advance Test-7 6 th January Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Dec th Dec th Dec th Dec 29 th Dec To 1 st January [Holiday] nd January rd January Indian Polity & Constitution Panchayati Raj Municipalities Federalism Centre State Relations Inter-State Relations Finance Commission NITI Aayog Fundamental Rights Directive Principles of State Policy Fundamental Duties Amendment of the Constitution Basic Structure of the Constitution Election and Representation Constitution as a Living Document Special Status of Jammu & Kashmir Special Provisions for Some States Union Territories Scheduled and Tribal Areas Election Commission Elections & Electoral Reforms Anti-Defection Law Voting Behaviour Election Laws Union Public Service Commission & State Public Service Commission National Commission for SCs and STs General Studies Paper-2: Constitution, Polity 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. [ continue Topics from Mini Test-3] General Studies Paper-2: Governance, Social Justice Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies. Statutory, regulatory and various quasijudicial bodies. Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. [ continue Topics from Mini Test-7] Indian Polity, Constitution, Governance & Social Justice 8 th NCERT Social & Political Life III Ch- 2,5,6,7,8,10 9 th & 10 th NCERT Democratic Politics I & II 11th NCERT Indian Constitution at Work LAXMIKANTH Indian Polity 2 nd ARC Report Sarkaria Commission Report Punchi Commission Report Current Issues [Note: For Mains, selective study of Governance in India by Laxmikanth] Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude 2nd ARC REPORT (Ethics in Governance, Refurbishing of Personnel Administration) Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude (Chronicle Books) Arihant's IAS Mains General Studies Paper 4: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude International relations NCERT Class 12: Political Science: Contemporary World Politics Ministry of External Affairs website Current issues

53 25 Applied-Advance Test-7 6 th January Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 159 4th January Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities Official Language National Human Rights Commission and State Human Rights Commission Central Information Commission and State Information Commission Central Vigilance Commission Central Bureau of Investigation Lokpal and Lokayuktas Political Parties Pressure Groups Foreign Policy National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution General Studies Paper-2: International relations India and its neighbourhood- 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 fora, their structure, mandate. General Studies Paper-4: Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude All ethics topics from Mains Test-11 Mains -15 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs th January Sectional Test-5 Revision Day Day-161 Test Day

54 26 Applied-Advance Test-8 15 th January India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th January th January th January th January th January th January th January India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Our Country India: Size and Location India: Structure and Physiography Soils Agriculture Drainage System & Water Resources Weather, Climate and Seasons Natural Vegetation, Plant and Animal Life Land Resources Mineral and Energy Resources Industries Transport and Communication Foreign Trade Population, Migration, Settlements General Studies Paper-1: India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent); factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (focus on geography of India) Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, 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. (Focus on Indian geographical phenomena) General Studies Paper-3: Bio diversity & Environment, Disaster Management Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Disaster and disaster management India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography 9 th & 10 th NCERT 11th NCERT India Physical Environment 12th NCERT India - People and Economy [Note: For Mains, selective study of 10 th ICSE Geography] Environment & Ecology 10th NCERT Science Chapter 14 to 16 11th NCERT Science Chemistry Chapter 14 12th NCERT Science Biology Chapter -13 to 16 NIOS Environment India Year Book Chapter on Environment Survey of Environment by The Hindu Current Issues (Note: Do selective study of NIOS as per prescribed topics.)

55 26 Applied-Advance Test-8 15 th January Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Mains -16 Sectional Test-6 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs th January Revision Day Day-170 Test Day

56 27 Full-length Revision Test-3 24 th January covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test-19 Test-22 Test-23 Test-25 Test-26 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th January th January th January th January th January st January nd January 3 rd Full-length Revision Test This is a Full-length Revision Test containing 100 on all the topics and references mentioned in Tests-15,16,18,19,22,23,25 & 26 [This periodic Full-length Revision test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year]

57 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 27 Full-length Revision Test rd January Revision Day Day-179 Test Day 24 th January covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test-19 Test-22 Test-23 Test-25 Test-26

58 28 Mini Revision Test-8 Note 8 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test-15,16,18,19,22,23,25 & 26 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] Total th January covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test-19 Test-22 Test-23 Test-25 Test-26

59 29 Applied-Advance Test-9 2 nd February Modern Indian History Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th January th January th January th January th January th January st January Modern Indian History The Foundation of All-India Muslim League The Morley-Minto Reforms or the Indian Councils Act, 1909 The Lucknow Pact (1916) The Home Rule Movement Montague-Chelmsford Reforms or the Government of India Act, 1919 The Beginning of the Gandhian Era The Khilafat Movement ( ) and Non-Cooperation Movement The Left Movement The second phase of Revolutionary and Terrorist Movement Nehru Report, 1928 The Civil Disobedience Movement (The first phase) The Dandi March Gandhi-Irwin Pact, 1931 Second Round Table Conference, 1931 Second Phase of Civil Disobedience Movement Third Round Table Conference, 1932 The Government of India Act, 1935 Provincial Elections and Formation of popular Ministries in Provinces, 1937 General Studies Paper-1: Modern Indian History and Freedom Struggle 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. General Studies Paper-1: Post Independence India Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. General Studies 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 Modern Indian History 8th NCERT Our Past III (Part-1 & Part-2) 10th NCERT Chapter-3,7 & 8 12th Tamilnadu Board 12th Old NCERT Modern India Bipanchandra OR 12th NCERT Part-3 History - Themes in Indian History III Spectrum A Brief History of Modern India Post Independence India New NCERT Class XII Politics in India after Independence [Note: For Mains, selective study of India since Independence by Bipan Chandra] Society New NCERT Class XII Social Change and Development in India New NCERT Class XII Indian Society Current Issues

60 29 Applied-Advance Test-9 2 nd February Modern Indian History Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References st Feb The Struggle in the Princely States: The Praja Mandal Movement Communalism: Different phases and forms of communalism in British India The Second World War and the National Movement The August Offer 1940 The Cripps Proposal, 1942 The Quit India Movement, I942 Subhas Bose and Indian National Army Rajagopalachari Formula & Desai Liaqat plan Wavell Plan and Simla Conference 1945 Naval Mutiny: 1946 The Indian Independence Act, 1947 Partition Other Dimensions Movements: Tribal, Peasants, Working Class, Dalit, Women Role of Press and Publications Foreign policies of British India Miscellaneous: Governor General Viceroys, Committees, Acts, Reforms, Congress Session, etc. Mains -17 Sectional Test-7 Revision Day Day-188 Test Day Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc.

61 30 Applied-Advance Test th February Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References rd Feb th Feb th Feb th Feb th Feb th Feb th Feb All Polity Topics which are mentioned in Test-16 & 25 General Studies Paper-2: Constitution, Polity General Studies Paper-2: Governance, Social Justice All the Polity topics of Mains Test-3,7 & 15 General Studies 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 Indian Polity, Constitution, Governance & Social Justice 8 th NCERT Social & Political Life III Ch- 2,5,6,7,8,10 9 th & 10 th NCERT Democratic Politics I & II 11th NCERT Indian Constitution at Work LAXMIKANTH Indian Polity 2 nd ARC Report Sarkaria Commission Report Punchi Commission Report Current Issues [Note: For Mains, selective study of Governance in India by Laxmikanth] International relations NCERT Class 12: Political Science: Contemporary World Politics Ministry of External Affairs website Current issues Society New NCERT Class XII Social Change and Development in India New NCERT Class XII Indian Society Current Issues

62 30 Applied-Advance Test-10 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References General Studies Paper-2: International relations India and its neighbourhood- 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 fora, their structure, mandate. 11 th February Mains -18 Sectional Test-8 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Indian Polity & Constitution Current Affairs th Feb Revision Day Day-197 Test Day

63 31 Mini Revision Test-9 Total 25 Note 9 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test-15,16,18,19,22,23,25,26,29 & 30 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] 15 th February covered in Test-15 Test-16 Test-18 Test-19 Test-22 Test-23 Test-25 Test-26 Test-29 Test-30

64 32 Applied-Advance Test-11 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th Feb th Feb th Feb All the Topics which are mentioned in Test-18 & 26 General Studies Paper-1: World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography General Studies Paper-1: India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography All the geography topics from Mains Test- 2,6,11 & 16 World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography 6 th to 8 th NCERT (except Indian Geo.) 11th NCERT Fundamentals of Physical Geography 12th NCERT Fundamentals of Human Geography [Read it selectively] Goh Cheng Leong - Certificate Physical and Human Geography Oxford Atlas 20 th February World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs th Feb th Feb th Feb th Feb India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography 9 th & 10 th NCERT 11th NCERT India Physical Environment 12th NCERT India - People and Economy [Note: For Mains, selective study of 10 th ICSE Geography]

65 32 Applied-Advance Test th February Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. World: Physical, Economic & Human Geography India: Physical, Economic & Human Geography Current Affairs th Feb Revision Day Day-206 Test Day

66 33 Applied-Advance Test-12 1 st March Environment & Ecology Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References st Feb nd Feb rd Feb th Feb th Feb th Feb th Feb Environment & Ecology Our Environment Basic Concepts & Components of the Ecology and ecosystem Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystem, Ecological Succession etc. Sources of Energy Management of Natural Resources Environmental Chemistry Organisms and Populations Biodiversity, Flora & Fauna and Conservation Biodiversity of India, Plant and Animal Diversity of India Schedule Animals of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 Protected Area Network-Tiger Reserves, Elephant Reserves etc. Conservation Efforts-National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries etc. Environmental Issues & different types and components of Pollution Global warming, Climate change, Greenhouse effect and Ozone depletion etc. Marine Organism Ocean Acidification General Studies Paper-3: Bio diversity & Environment, Disaster Management Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Disaster and disaster management General Studies Paper-3: Security Issues 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; money-laundering 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 Environment & Ecology 10th NCERT Science Chapter 14 to 16 11th NCERT Science Chemistry Chapter 14 12th NCERT Science Biology Chapter -13 to 16 NIOS Environment India Year Book Chapter on Environment Survey of Environment by The Hindu Current Issues (Note: Do selective study of NIOS as per prescribed topics.) Security Issues Current issues India year Book New NCERT Class 12th Political Science: Contemporary World Politics (Chapter: Security in the Contemporary World) 2nd ARC REPORT (Public Order, Capacity Building for Conflict Resolution, Combating Terrorism) Latest Annual Reports of Ministry of Home Affairs Current Issues

67 33 Applied-Advance Test-12 1 st March Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Sustainable Development Environmental Impact Assessment Carbon Sequestration, Carbon Sink, Carbon Credit, Carbon Offsetting, Carbon Tax, Geo-engineering etc. Environmental Organizations and Conventions Animal Welfare Board, Wildlife Crime Control Board etc. National Wildlife Action Plan National Afforestation and Eco- Development, National Mission for Electric Mobility etc. Mains -19 Sectional Test-9 Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Environment & Ecology Current Affairs th Feb Revision Day Day-215 Test Day

68 34 Full-length Revision Test-4 10 th March covered in Test-15,16,18,19 Test-22,23,25,26,29 Test-30,32,33 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References nd March rd March th March th March th March th March th March 4 th Full-length Revision Test This is a Full-length Revision Test containing 100 on all the topics and references mentioned in Tests- 15,16,18,19,22,23,25,26,29,30,32 & 33 [This periodic Full-length Revision test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year]

69 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 34 Full-length Revision Test th March Revision Day Day-224 Test Day 10 th March covered in Test-15,16,18,19 Test-22,23,25,26,29 Test-30,32,33

70 35 Mini Revision Test-10 Total 25 Note 10 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test- 15,16,18,19,22,23,25,26,29, 30, 32 & 33 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] 14 th March covered in Test-15,16,18,19 Test-22,23,25,26,29 Test-30,32,33

71 36 Applied-Advance Test th March Indian Economy Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th March th March th March th March th March th March th March Indian Economy Economic Growth & Development National Income Accounting: GDP, GNP and other concepts Money: Evolution & Functions of Money, Demand & Supply of Money Banking: Banking System, Functions & Types, Banking Reforms Instruments of Monetary Policy Inflation & Employment Government Budget: Revenue & Capital Accounts, Government Deficit Fiscal Policy Capital Market Foreign Exchange Market Balance of Payment & Balance of Trade Trade Deficit General Studies Paper-3: Economic Development and Agriculture related issues 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 System objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing. Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management. Land reforms in India. Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Indian Economy 11th NCERT Indian Economic Development 12 th NCERT Micro & Macro Economics TMH Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh or Any other Standard Book on Economy India since independence by Bipin Chandra [Land Reform] 12th NCERT: Geography India People and Economy Economic Survey of India (Latest) Arthapedia Investopedia 2 nd ARC Report (Strengthening Financial Management Systems) (Note: You can also search and read prescribed topics for Economy from Arthpedia and Investopedia) Current Issues

72 36 Applied-Advance Test th March Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Government Budgeting. 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. Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc. Indian Economy Current Affairs th March Revision Day Day-233 Test Day

73 37 Applied-Advance Test th March General Science Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th March st March nd March rd March th March th March th March General Science Chemical Reactions & Equations Acid, Base & Salts Metal & Non-Metals Structure of the Atom Chemical Bonding Carbon and its compound Classification of Elements Food Chemistry Environmental Chemistry Polymers and Plastics Chemistry in Everyday Life Light and Human Eye Matters and its nature Electricity Magnetic effects of Electric Current Standards and units Properties of matter Mechanics Heat, Sound & Optics Magnetism Atomic and Nuclear physics Astronomy and Space Science Thermodynamics Nanotechnology Life Processes Heredity & Evolution General Studies Paper-3: Science and Technology Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new 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. General Studies Paper-4: Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude All the ethics topics from Mains Test-11, 12, & 15 Science and Technology The Hindu India Year Book Science & Technology: TMH or Spectrum (Selective study as per syllabus topics) Science Reporter (selective) Down to Earth (selective) Current Issues Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude 2nd ARC REPORT (Ethics in Governance, Refurbishing of Personnel Administration) Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude (Chronicle Books) Arihant's IAS Mains General Studies Paper 4: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude

74 37 Applied-Advance Test th March General Science Current Affairs Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References Reproduction in Organisms Sexual Reproduction in flowering Plants Human Reproduction Reproductive Health Principles of Inheritance and Variation Molecular Basis of Inheritance Human Health and Disease Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production Microbes in Human Welfare Biotechnology: Principles and Processes Biotechnology and Its Applications Cell Biology & Life processes Diseases Nutrition Origin and Evolution of life Genetics Plant Biology Applied Science in everyday life Latest Development in the field of Science & Technology Mains -20 Sectional Test-10 Note: At this point of time, total 20 Tests of Mains are completed. Now you are fully prepared to face full-length Mains Mock tests. As prelims is near, just revise all mains related topics. Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc th March Revision Day Day-242 Test Day

75 38 Mini Revision Test-11 Total 25 Note 11 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in Fundamental Test- 15,16,18,19,22,23,25,26,29,30,32,33,36 & 37 [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] 1 st April covered in Test-15,16,18,19 Test-22,23,25,26,29 Test-30,32,33 Test-36 Test-37

76 39 Applied-Advance Test-15 6 th April Current Affairs, Social & Economic Development, Govt. Schemes & Policies, Economic Survey -19, India Year Various Ministries Reports Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th March th March st March st April nd April rd April th April Current Affairs This Exclusive test thoroughly focus on Current Affairs, Issues related to Economic & Social Development, health & education, Government Schemes/Policies/Reports etc., Economic Survey -19, India Year etc. Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Revise all the topics of mains syllabus which you have already completed. Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Economic Survey -19 (Latest) India Year Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc.

77 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 39 Applied-Advance Test th April Revision Day Day-251 Test Day 6 th April Current Affairs, Social & Economic Development, Govt. Schemes & Policies, Economic Survey -19, India Year Various Ministries Reports

78 40 Applied-Advance Test th April Current Affairs, Social & Economic Development, Govt. Schemes & Policies, Economic Survey -19, India Year Various Ministries Reports Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th April th April th April th April th April th April th April Current Affairs This Exclusive test thoroughly focus on Current Affairs, Issues related to Economic & Social Development, health & education, Government Schemes/Policies/Reports etc., Economic Survey -19, India Year etc. Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Revise all the topics of mains syllabus which you have already completed. Current Affairs IT s Current Affairs Analysis IT s Daily PreQuiz IT s Daily Flash Cards The Hindu & PIB Yojana & Kurukshetra Down-To-Earth Magazine Map based questions (In news) Environmental Laws/Conventions/Treaties/Bodies; National Parks, Biosphere Reserves, Species, etc. Other Newspapers: Indian Express, Times of India, Business Standard, etc. Reports of various Ministries and International Organizations Economic Survey -19 (Latest) India Year Topics from UPSC Previous Years papers of CSE (Pre + Mains), CDS, CAPF etc.

79 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 40 Applied-Advance Test th April Revision Day Day-260 Test Day 15 th April Current Affairs, Social & Economic Development, Govt. Schemes & Policies, Economic Survey -19, India Year Various Ministries Reports

80 41 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th April 5 th Full-length Revision Test Full-length Revision Test-5 24 th April covered in above all the Applied- Advance Tests th April th April th April th April st April nd April This is a Full-length Revision Test containing 100 on all the topics and references mentioned in above all the Applied- Advance Tests [This periodic Full-length Revision test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year]

81 Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References 41 Full-length Revision Test rd April Revision Day Day-269 Test Day 24 th April covered in above all the Applied- Advance Tests

82 42 Mini Revision Test-12 Total 25 Note 12 th Mini Test This is a Mini Test containing 25 on all the topics and references mentioned in above all the Applied-Advance Tests [This periodic Mini test helps you to revise multiple subjects at a time and to maintain tempo in your preparation. It will keep you engaged throughout the year] 28 th April covered in above all the Applied- Advance Tests

83 43 Full-length Mock-drill Test-1 1 st May Full-length Test [Complete Syllabus] Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th April FULL LENGTH TEST (COMPLETE SYLLABUS): th April th April th April th April th April Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World. Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change General Science Day-276 Test Day

84 44 Full-length Mock-drill Test-2 5 th May Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References nd May rd May th May FULL LENGTH TEST (COMPLETE SYLLABUS): Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World. Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change General Science Day-280 Test Day Full-length Test [Complete Syllabus]

85 45 Full-length Mock-drill Test-3 9 th May Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th May th May th May FULL LENGTH TEST (COMPLETE SYLLABUS): Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World. Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change General Science Day-284 Test Day Full-length Test [Complete Syllabus]

86 46 Full-length Mock-drill Test-4 13 th May Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th May FULL LENGTH TEST (COMPLETE SYLLABUS): th May th May Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World. Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change General Science Day-288 Test Day Full-length Test [Complete Syllabus]

87 47 Full-length Mock-drill Test-5 17 th May Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th May FULL LENGTH TEST (COMPLETE SYLLABUS): th May th May Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World. Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change General Science Day-292 Test Day Full-length Test [Complete Syllabus]

88 48 Full-length Mock-drill Test-6 21 st May Day Prelims Topics & Sources Mains Topics & Sources References th May FULL LENGTH TEST (COMPLETE SYLLABUS): th May th May Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World. Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change General Science Day-296 Test Day Full-length Test [Complete Syllabus]

89 Mains Full-Mock Tests-21 to 32 TEST No. of Mock Test Marks & Duration Syllabus Topics Test st June Max. Marks: 250 Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-1 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-1 Test-22 Test Duration: 3 Hours 28 th June Max. Marks: 250 Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-2 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-2 Test-23 Test Duration: 3 Hours 5 th July Max. Marks: 250 Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-3 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-3 Test Duration: 3 Hours Technology, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management Test th July Max. Marks: 250 Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-4 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-4 Test-25 Test Duration: 3 Hours 19 th July Max. Marks: 250 Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-1 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-5 Test-26 Test Duration: 3 Hours 26 th July Max. Marks: 250 Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-2 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-6 Test-27 Test Duration: 3 Hours 2 nd August Max. Marks: 250 Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-3 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-7 Test Duration: 3 Hours Technology, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management Test-28 9 th August Max. Marks: 250 Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-4 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-8 Test Duration: 3 Hours Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude

90 TEST No. of Mock Test Marks & Duration Syllabus Topics Test th August Max. Marks: 250 Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-1 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-9 Test-30 Test Duration: 3 Hours 23 rd August Max. Marks: 250 Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-2 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-10 Test-31 Test Duration: 3 Hours 30 th August Max. Marks: 250 Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-3 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-11 Test-32 Test Duration: 3 Hours 6 th September Max. Marks: 250 Technology, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management Complete Syllabus of General Studies Paper-4 (Full Length Test) Full Mock-12 Test Duration: 3 Hours Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude OUR STRATEGY, YOUR CONCISTENCY & UPSC MAINS WILL BE CONQUERED.

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