Mission LBSNAA 2023

THIS MIGHT SEEM INTENSE OR TOO MUCH, but remember, YOU ARE AIMING FOR THE IAS.
PEOPLE HAVE
CSE Prelims Exam Estimated Date End of June 2022

Mains Exam Estimated Date Mid of Sept. 2022
Polity, Geography, Environment and Ecology, <<- 12 topics

Economy, Science and Tech, Current Affairs, Ancient
History of India, Medieval, Freedom struggle, Art and
Culture, Agriculture and Industry, Defence, Space,
Society, Policy, Development
Broader Subjects to
Study
Prelims Syllabus of Current events of national and international Mains
UPSC importance. Syllabus of
History of India and Indian National Movement. UPSC
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 - that do not
require subject specialization.
General Science
Optional
On average, every optional has total 12 Major topics
in 2 papers (A and B), hence finish 1 topic every one
month till September 2021, and then finish entire
syllabus in Oct, Nov, Dec. with full Optional prep.
1. Study for Mains first, then Prelims (eventually it all
overlaps), You can study for one subject at a time
that's what I preferred because you have to do
Current Affairs regardless everyday. Your choice here.
KEY TO-Dos for UPSC
Studying -->
2. Concepts first, Facts later --> don't get obsessed
with small factual questions asked in UPSC right
away! If your concepts are clear, facts will be easier to
remember…
3. Focus on larger picture things, then come to smaller

facts. This means that Learn the story first, then the
details..
-->
4. This is an Intensive plan, but it can become a Habit
--> remember you have to become IAS
1. Get rid of those things that don't help you with

UPSC preparation -- distractions -- FB, Insta etc. or use
KEY DON’T's for UPSC them for UPSC related studying only!
Studying
2. Don't pick up random sources, random magazines
etc. Don't read two newspapers, its useless
Monthwise Larger Plan for Prelims and Mains 2022

Jul-21 NCERT Polity, NCERT Physica
Aug-21 NIOS ENVIRONMENT for bas
Sep-21 Laxmikanth Polity, Bipan Ch
Oct-21 Freedom Struggle India: Bip
Nov-21 Optional Month, Ethics (stati
Dec-21 Optional Month, Ethics (stati
Jan-22 Finish Optional Month, Essa
Feb-22 Economy NCERT and Notes,
Mar-22 Science and Technology, De
Apr-22 PRELIMS Focus Start: Study
May-22 PRELIMS Revision: Ancient H
Jun-22 Prelims PRELIMS Revision: Geograph
Take a 4-5 days complete break after prelims! PRELIMS Revision: Study Po
Jul-22 Optional Revision, GS 1 Revi
Aug-22 Optional Revision, GS 2 and
Sep-22 Mains Optional Revision, GS 2 revis
Goals: 1. By end of Jan 2022, you should be done with most
Mains Syllabus (80% Optional, Some Mains Test series
(50%), Essay writing (50%), and except world history,
society, all topics of Mains syllabus)
2. March, April, May and June is dedicated for Prelims

--> Enough!
3. Post prelims, revise Optional, finish some left over
topics like world history and start intensive writing
practice should start then as your GS 1, 2 and CA is
well covered already
R THE IAS. PEOPLE HAVE STUDIED MORE THAN THIS for the goal..
ERT Polity, NCERT Physical Geography
OS ENVIRONMENT for basics and Shankar IAS Environment, Polity Laxmikanth: Old Papers/Test Series Prelims: Polity and Phy
mikanth Polity, Bipan Chandra Freedom Struggle India/Spectrum
edom Struggle India: Bipan Chandra or Spectrum , NCERTs Ancient India and Art and Culture; Old Papers UPSC do some/T
tional Month, Ethics (static)
tional Month, Ethics (static) and Essay Writing, Start Mains Answer writing test series
sh Optional Month, Essay Writing, Mains Answer Writing Daily practice; if possible, revise optional topics once in 5-10 last d
nomy NCERT and Notes, Mains Answer Writing, Revision of Polity; Old Papers/Test Series Prelims: Economy, Current affairs
ence and Technology, Defence, Space 20 Days; Revision of Geography and Environment; Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
ELIMS Focus Start: Study Polity, Current Affairs of last year Revise, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
ELIMS Revision: Ancient History, Medieval History, Freedom Struggle, Current Affairs, Economy, Old Papers/Test Series Preli
ELIMS Revision: Geography and Environment, Defence, Space, S&T, Science Current Affairs, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims fu
ELIMS Revision: Study Polity, Current Affairs Revision, Short notes of yours, more intense and more number of revisions; TES
tional Revision, GS 1 Revision, World History - 4 days max, Essay writing and answer writing, Society from NCERT and Ram A
tional Revision, GS 2 and GS 3 CA issues, revise GS 4 syllabus static and do 1 case study per day this month with answer writi
tional Revision, GS 2 revision, GS 3 revision
S. PEOPLE HAVE STUDIED MORE THAN THIS for the goal..
GS 1 --->
Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society. Indian culture will cover the salie
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.
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.
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.
Salient features of world’s physical 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 (including 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
Remember that if you have studied well for GS prelims, you are good to go for most GS 1 Mains paper and som
GS 2 Mains paper. Hence, finish GS for prelims keeping in mind that you are studying for GS 1 and GS 2 mains
Use funnel approach --> larger wider view and understanding first, then funnel it to finer details within each o
larger topics. That way you will remember more.
y, NCERT Physical Geography

ONMENT for basics and Shankar IAS Environment, Polity Laxmikanth: Old Papers/Test Series Prelims: Polity and Physical ge
Polity, Bipan Chandra Freedom Struggle India/Spectrum
ruggle India: Bipan Chandra or Spectrum , NCERTs Ancient India and Art and Culture; Old Papers UPSC do some/Test Seri
onth, Ethics (static)
onth, Ethics (static) and Essay Writing, Start Mains Answer writing test series
onal Month, Essay Writing, Mains Answer Writing Daily practice; if possible, revise optional topics once in 5-10 last days of th
CERT and Notes, Mains Answer Writing, Revision of Polity; Old Papers/Test Series Prelims: Economy, Current affairs
Technology, Defence, Space 20 Days; Revision of Geography and Environment; Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
cus Start: Study Polity, Current Affairs of last year Revise, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
vision: Ancient History, Medieval History, Freedom Struggle, Current Affairs, Economy, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
vision: Geography and Environment, Defence, Space, S&T, Science Current Affairs, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
vision: Study Polity, Current Affairs Revision, Short notes of yours, more intense and more number of revisions; TEST SERIES
vision, GS 1 Revision, World History - 4 days max, Essay writing and answer writing, Society from NCERT and Ram Ahuja
vision, GS 2 and GS 3 CA issues, revise GS 4 syllabus static and do 1 case study per day this month with answer writing
vision, GS 2 revision, GS 3 revision
GS 2 --->
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.
Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of
various Constitutional Bodies.
Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial 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.
Issues relating to poverty and hunger.
Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governanceapplications, models,
successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency &
accountability and institutional and other measures.
Role of civil services in a democracy.
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 fora- their structure, mandate.
geography
eries Prelims for sections studied so far
of this month
RIES NOT NEEDED IN LAST one month

GS 3
Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth,
development and employment.
Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Government Budgeting.
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.
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.
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.
Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and
issues relating to intellectual property rights.
Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
Disaster and disaster management.
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.
GS 4
This paper will include questions to test the candidates’ attitude and approach to issues
relating to integrity, probity in public life and his problem solving approach to various issues and
conflicts faced by him in dealing with society. Questions may utilise the case study approach to
determine these aspects. The following broad areas will be covered :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.
Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour;
moral and political attitudes; social influence and persuasion.
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.
Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world.
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.
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
Topics to Cover Th
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Study time per day: 6-8 hours

Pages per day: NCERT: 20-40; Optional: 40
Key points:
(1) Don't make notes from Newspaper
(2) Don't start making notes right away, first READ CONCEPTS
(3) CONCEPTS first, FACTS later!
Optional
01 July 2021
02 July 2021
03 July 2021
04 July 2021
05 July 2021
06 July 2021
07 July 2021
08 July 2021
09 July 2021
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30 July 2021
Polity, Physical Geography, Current Affairs of May 2021
Cover atleast 1 Main topic of Optional this month
Indian Constitution at Work: Class XI NCERT
Physical Geography NCERT Class XI
Indian Physical Geography NCERT Class XI
None
time per day: 6-8 hours

per day: NCERT: 20-40; Optional: 40
on't make notes from Newspaper

on't start making notes right away, first READ CONCEPTS
ONCEPTS first, FACTS later!
NCERT/Source
Chapter 1: CONSTITUTION:
WHY AND HOW?
Chapter 7: CONSTITUTION AS A
LIVING DOCUMENT
Chapter 10: THE PHILOSOPHY OF

THE CONSTITUTION
Chapter 3: ELECTION AND
REPRESENTATION
Chapter 4: EXECUTIVE
Chapter 5: LEGISLATURE
Chapter 4: JUDICIARY
Chapter 5: FEDERALISM
Chapter 6: LOCAL
GOVERNMENTS
Chapter 2: RIGHTS IN THE INDIAN
CONSTITUTION
BREAK
Chapter 2: The Origin and Evolution of the Earth
Chapter 3: Interior of the Earth
Chapter 4: Distribution of Oceans and Continents
Chapter 5: Minerals and Rocks
Chapter 6: Geomorphic Processes

Chapter 7: Landforms and their Evolution
BREAK
Chapter 8: Composition and Structure of Atmosphere
Chapter 9: Solar Radiation, Heat Balance and Temperature
Chapter 10: Atmospheric Circulation and Weather Systems

Chapter 11: Water in the Atmosphere
Chapter 12: World Climate and Climate Change
Chapter 13: Water (Oceans)
Chapter 14: Movements of Ocean Water
BREAK
Chapter 1: Geography as a discipline, Indian Geography Chap 1, 2,3
Chapter 15: Life on the Earth, Indian Geography Chap 4
Chapter 16: Biodiversity and Conservation, Indian Geography Chap 5, 6
Revision: Do some revision of Polity studied so far, READ headings of
chapters, SKIM Through main fundamnetals.
Self-Study TIPS (Google, Youtube, other sources and websites)
Google, 'what is constitution', Read: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/constitution-unit/what-uk-

constitution/what-constitution
Google Federalism and read a bit about it. Then Google 'Federalism in India' and also
read about it. https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/the-forms-of-federalism-in-
india/article28977671.ece
Google, major supreme court cases in India on "Fundamental Rights"
USE Amit Sen Gupta Youtube Channel for Geography Lessons
USE Geography Handout by Mr. Sanjeev Kr. Manocha
USE My Notes for Geography provided in link below
Use MAPS studying technique shown on my channel as well
If having problem with Geography, study class 7 OUR ENVIRONMENT Book, it gives very
basic principles of Gepgraphy that you can study
Monthly Current Affairs Mains Topics Covered (GS 1
Current Affairs Compilations and GS 2)
Start May 2021 monthly

compilation of Vision or Indian Constitution—
Insights on India: read historical underpinnings,
approx. 5-8 pages per day; evolution, features,
Don't make notes from this, amendments, significant
they are already in notes provisions and basic
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes version structure.
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

Comparison of the Indian
constitutional scheme with
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes that of other countries.

Structure, organization and
functioning of the Executive
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes and the Judiciary
Parliament and State

legislatures—structure,
functioning, conduct of
business, powers &
privileges and issues arising
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes out of these.
Separation of powers
between various organs;
Structure, organization and
functioning of the Executive
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes and the Judiciary
Functions and
responsibilities of the Union
and the States, issues and
challenges pertaining to the
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes federal structure
devolution of powers and
finances up to local levels
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes and challenges therein.

Salient features of world’s
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes physical geography.
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
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes changes
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
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes changes
Important Geophysical
phenomena such as
earthquakes, Tsunami,
Volcanic activity, cyclone
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes etc.,

Done:
Yes No
Topics to Cover
This Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Study time per day: -8-9 hours
Key points:
Optional
01 August 2021
02 August 2021
03 August 2021
04 August 2021
05 August 2021
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30 August 2021
ENVIRONMENT, Polity Laxmikanth
NIOS Environment Book
Polity Laxmikanth
Old UPSC paper do physical geography and polity questions (use Mrunal for old subject wise papers)
time per day: -8-9 hours
per day: NCERT: 20-40; Optional: 40
n't make notes from Newspaper

n't start making notes right away, first READ CONCEPTS
NCEPTS first, FACTS later!
NCERT/NIOS --> I liked this source for environment basics
Chapter 2: Environment and Human Society, Chapter 3: Degradation of Natural Environment
Chapter 4, 5: Principles of Ecology, Ecosystem

Chapter 6,7: Natural Ecosystem, Human Modified Ecosystems
Chapter 8, 9 : Human Societies, Deforestation
Chapter 10: Env Pollution, Chap 14: Global Environmental Issues

Chap 15: Biodiversity conservation, Chapt 16: Conservation of other Natural Resources
Chapter 17: Conservation of Soil and Land, Chapter 20: Modern Agri
Break
Revision Day: Revise Geography -- SKIM main points from book, read headings, sub headings
Revision Day: Revise Geography -- SKIM main points from book, read headings, sub headings
Chapter on President, Chapter on Vice President: Polity Laxmikanth

Chapter on Governor and Emergency: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on PM and Cabinet: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on CM and State Council of Ministers Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on Parliamentary System: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on Parliament (1/4th): Laxmikanth
Chapter on Parliament (1/4th):Polity Laxmikanth

Chapter on CAG: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on State Legislative Assembly: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on Supreme Court: Polity Laxmikanth
Break
Chapter on High Court:Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on Tribunals: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on Attorney General and Advocate General.: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on UPSC and SPSC: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapters on Finance Commission, Election Commission: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapters on Elections and Anti Defection: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapters on Citizenship: Polity Laxmikanth
Monthly Current
Self-Study (Google, Youtube, Affairs
other sources and websites) Current Affairs Compilations
Start May 2021

monthly
compilation of
You can again use Amitsen Gupta Vision or Insights on
Channel The Hindu 30-45 Minutes India: read
OOkul - UPSC & SSC Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch
?
v=uRsSPmVEa9Q&list=PLDq1y_5
mpm2DnY6VXXNBmsA_YImHhbO
3Q&index=2 The Hindu 30-45 Minutes



Mains Topics
Covered (GS 1 and
GS 2) Done:
Yes No
factors responsible
for the location of
primary, secondary,
and tertiary sector
industries in various
parts of the world
(including India).
Climate change is
covered here as
well
Indian Heritage and
Culture, Indian
culture will cover
the salient aspects
of Art Forms,
literature and
Architecture from
ancient to modern
times.
same
same
same
same
same
Indian Heritage and

Culture, Indian
culture will cover
the salient aspects
of Art Forms,
literature and
Architecture from
ancient to modern
times.
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
Optional
01 September 2021
02 September 2021
03 September 2021
04 September 2021
05 September 2021
06 September 2021
07 September 2021
08 September 2021
09 September 2021
10 September 2021
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30 September 2021
01 October 2021
Polity Laxmikanth, Freedom Struggle
Bipan Chandra Freedom Struggle
Polity Laxmikanth
Old UPSC paper do polity questions and some current affairs from test series (use Mrunal for old subject wise pape
udy time per day: -8-9 hours
ages per day: NCERT: 20-40; Optional: 40
) Don't make notes from Newspaper

) Don't start making notes right away, first READ CONCEPTS
) CONCEPTS first, FACTS later!
NCERT/Source
Chapter on Fundamental Rights: Polity Laxmikanth

Chapter on DPSP, Fundamental Duties: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on DPSP, Fundamental Duties: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on Local Bodies: Polity Laxmikanth
Chapter on National Commissions on SC, ST, OBC, Women, CVC, Lokpal etc.
Break
Break
Freedom Struggle Spectrum: Chapter 6
Freedom Struggle Spectrum: Chapter 10, 11
d subject wise papers)
Mains
Monthly Current Topics
Self-Study (Google, Youtube, Affairs Covered (GS
other sources and websites) Current Affairs Compilations 1 and GS 2)
Start May 2021

monthly
compilation of
Vision or Insights on
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes India: read
Done:
Yes No
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Pages per day:Source/ NCERT: 20-40; Optional: 40
Key points:
Optional
01 October 2021
02 October 2021
03 October 2021
04 October 2021
05 October 2021
06 October 2021
07 October 2021
08 October 2021
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28 October 2021
29 October 2021
30 October 2021
Freedom Struggle, Ancient Indian History, Art and Culture
Bipan Chandra Freedom Struggle
NCERT Ancient India (old), Fine Arts NCERT new
Old UPSC paper do freedom struggle questions and some current affairs from test series (use Mrunal for old subjec
ages per day:Source/ NCERT: 20-40; Optional: 40

NCERT/Source

Revision Day of chapters so far
Break
Revision - polity revise some chapters

Revision
Break
Ancient India: NCERT Old: CHAPTER 6: Harappan Civilization
Chapter 7, 8: Aryans, Later Vedic Age
Chapter 9: Jainism and Buddhism, Chapter10: Magadha
Chapter 11 and 12: Iranian invasions, Varna society and Buddha
Chapter 13 and 14, 15: Mauryas, Maurya Rule, Central Asian Contacts
Break
Chapter 16, 17: Satvahanas, Deep South
Chapter 18, 19, 20: Crafts Post Maurya, Rise of Guptas, Life in Gupta Age
Chapter 21, 22, 23: Eastern India, Harsha, New States in Peninsula
Chapter 24, 25: India's contacts with other countries, Ancient phase
Chapter 26, 27: Social Changes, Science and civilization
Chapter 1, 2,3,4 5: read now in these two days
Chapter 1, 2,3,4 5: read now
runal for old subject wise papers)
Mains
Self-Study (Google, Youtube, Monthly Current Topics
other sources and websites) and Affairs Covered (GS
tests Current Affairs Compilations 1 and GS 2)
Yes
Start August 2021

monthly
compilation of
This month will do 4 tests total The Hindu 30-45 Minutes India
Take a Test of polity; try to solve
polity questions from old UPSC
papers as well The Hindu 30-45 Minutes
Take a Test of polity The Hindu 30-45 Minutes
Done:
No
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
Optional
01 November 2021
02 November 2021
03 November 2021
04 November 2021
05 November 2021
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28 November 2021
29 November 2021
30 November 2021
Optional and Ethics
Cover atleast 3 Main topics of Optional this month
As per your optional
Karthikeyan for Ethics
Old optional papers are the BEST place for optional preparation

Optional Month make your own plan / Ethics topics
keep time for breaks and revisions also
Ethics: ethics - in private and public relationships.

Ethics: Integrity and probity in public life, Probity in Governance: Concept of public service; Philosophical
basis of governance and
probity; Information sharing and transparency in government
Ethics: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human
actions; dimensions of ethics
Break
Revision
Revision
Ethics: Human Values, role of family society and educational institutions in inculcating values.
Ethics: lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators
Ethics: lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators
Ethics: Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world.
Ethics: Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behaviour;
moral and political attitudes;
Ethics: social influence and persuasion.
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.
Mains
Topics
Monthly Current Coveredred
Self-Study (Google, Youtube, Affairs -- GS 4,
other sources and websites) Current Affairs Compilations Essay
Yes
Start May 2021

monthly
compilation of
find lectures on yoru optional to Vision or Insights on
help with optional study The Hindu 30-45 Minutes India: read
Don’t restrict to only UPSC
coachings and mentors for topic
clarity. Use non - UPSC websites
and channels also The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

Spend sometime
Googling great
personalities like
Gandhi, BR
Ambedkar, etc. and
study at least 15 of
such from an ethics
The Hindu 30-45 Minutes perspective

Done:
No
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
Optional
01 December 2021
02 December 2021
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27 December 2021
28 December 2021
29 December 2021
30 December 2021
Optional and Ethics
Cover atleast 3 Main topics of Optional this month
Karthikeyan for Ethics

Optional Month make your own plan / Ethics topics
Ethics Revision
Ethics: Emotional intelligence-concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and
governance.
Ethics: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems
Ethics: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems
Ethics: ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and
conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance
Ethics: strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international
relations and funding; corporate governance.
Break
Ethics: Right to Information, Codes of

Ethics
Ethics: Codes of Conduct, Citizen’s Charters, Work culture, Quality of service delivery,
Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption
Essay writing: Subscribe to a test series. By now you have studied enough topics and current affairs as well
as ethics to start writing a few essays. Write one essay test series per week to see where you stand. Then
reduce or increase frequency based on your prep.
Start Mains Answer writing test series as well. Once a week or every two weeks is sufficient. If you need
improvement in answer writing, write one answer every 2-3 days to bring consistency in prcatice.
Break
Mains
Monthly Current Topics
Self-Study (Google, Youtube, Affairs Covered --
other sources and websites) Current Affairs Compilations GS 4, Essay
Yes
Start May 2021

monthly
compilation of

Refer to ARC Ethics report for this The Hindu 30-45 Minutes



Done:
No
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
Optional
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02 January 2022
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26 January 2022
27 January 2022
28 January 2022
29 January 2022
30 January 2022
Finish Optional and Answer writing/revision
Finish all optional topics this month

Optional Month make your own plan /Answe writing and revision month
Finish your optional this month and do some answer writing practice for both the optional and Mains
Further, go ahead and revise major topics of what you have studied so far in last 3-4 months in order to
retain the info
You can either use first 15 days of this month to entirely finish optional with some optional answer writing
Then last 15 days you can use for all revision of polity, env, geography studied so far…
Break
Break
Mains
Monthly Current Topics --
Self-Study (Google, Youtube, Affairs Revision
other sources and websites) Current Affairs Compilations month
Start Nov 2021

monthly
compilation of


Done:
Yes No
Topics to Cover This Month: ----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
Optional
01 February 2022
02 February 2022
03 February 2022
04 February 2022
05 February 2022
06 February 2022
07 February 2022
08 February 2022 Break
09 February 2022
10 February 2022
11 February 2022
12 February 2022
13 February 2022
14 February 2022
15 February 2022
16 February 2022
17 February 2022
18 February 2022
19 February 2022
20 February 2022
21 February 2022
22 February 2022
23 February 2022 Break
24 February 2022
25 February 2022
26 February 2022
27 February 2022
28 February 2022
01 March 2022
02 March 2022
Economy NCERT and Notes, Mains Answer Writing, Revision of History, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims: Economy, C
None
Economy NCERT XI and XII, Mrunal Videos, other youtube videos for concepts like Khan Academy
Prelims UPSC old papers for revision
READ CONCEPTS
Self-Study (Google,
Youtube, other sources and
Economy websites) Current Affairs

st Series Prelims: Economy, Current affairs
Monthly Revise
Current History and
Affairs do old
Compilation papers from
s UPSC Done:
Yes No
Start May
2021
monthly
compilation
of Vision or
Insights on
India: read
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
Optional
01 March 2022
02 March 2022
03 March 2022
04 March 2022
05 March 2022
06 March 2022
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25 March 2022
26 March 2022
27 March 2022
28 March 2022
29 March 2022
30 March 2022
Science and Technology, Defence, Space 20 Days; Revision of Geography and Environment; Old Papers/Test Ser
None


Economy
Break
Break
Papers/Test Series Prelims full
Revise
History and
Monthly Current do old
Self-Study (Google, Youtube, Affairs papers from
other sources and websites) Current Affairs Compilations UPSC

Done:
Yes No
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
Optional
01 April 2022
02 April 2022
03 April 2022
04 April 2022
05 April 2022
06 April 2022
07 April 2022
08 April 2022
09 April 2022
10 April 2022
11 April 2022
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22 April 2022
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24 April 2022
25 April 2022
26 April 2022
27 April 2022
28 April 2022
29 April 2022
30 April 2022
PRELIMS Focus Start: Study Polity, Current Affairs of last year Revise, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
None


Economy
Break
Break
Revise
History and

Done:
Yes No
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Key points:
(1) Revision should be intensive focusing on details of polity, env, current affairs sections
(2) No need to take tests this month, you can revise old upsc papers once
(3)Focus on facts
Optional
01 May 2022
02 May 2022
03 May 2022
04 May 2022
05 May 2022
06 May 2022
07 May 2022
08 May 2022
09 May 2022
10 May 2022
11 May 2022
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22 May 2022
23 May 2022
24 May 2022
25 May 2022
26 May 2022
27 May 2022
28 May 2022
29 May 2022
30 May 2022
PRELIMS Revision: Ancient History, Medieval History, Freedom Struggle, Current Affairs, Economy, Old Papers/Test
None
Do old papers of UPSC and focus on above topics..

) Revision should be intensive focusing on details of polity, env, current affairs sections
) No need to take tests this month, you can revise old upsc papers once
)Focus on facts
Economy
Break
Break
my, Old Papers/Test Series Prelims full
Revise
History and
Done:
Yes No
Topics to
Cover This
Month:
----->
Optional:
Sources:
Test Series:
Study time per day: 9-11 hours
Key points:
(1) Revision should be intensive focusing on details of polity, env, current affairs sections
(2) No need to take tests this month, you can revise old upsc papers once
(3)Focus on facts
Optional
01 June 2022
02 June 2022
03 June 2022
04 June 2022
05 June 2022
06 June 2022
07 June 2022
08 June 2022
09 June 2022
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25 June 2022
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27 June 2022
28 June 2022
29 June 2022
30 June 2022
PRELIMS Revision: Study Polity, Current Affairs Revision, Short notes of yours, more intense and more number of re
None
Already given
None
udy time per day: 9-11 hours
) Revision should be intensive focusing on details of polity, env, current affairs sections
) No need to take tests this month, you can revise old upsc papers once
)Focus on facts
Revision
Focus on key areas like Polity, Environment, Current Affairs for revision. You can't possibly revise
everything, these sections will fetch you the most marks
Key topics:
Polity -
Environment -
Current Affairs -
more number of revisions; TEST SERIES NOT NEEDED IN LAST one month
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 - that do not
require subject specialization.
General Science Science and
Defence
AI, Blockchain,
How to cover syllabus of UPSC -- Topic wise
GS 1
How to cover syllabus of UPSC -- Topic wise
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.
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.
Role of women and women’s organization, population and associated issues, poverty and
developmental issues, urbanization, their problems and their remedies.
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 (including 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
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.
Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of
various Constitutional Bodies.
Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial 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.
Issues relating to poverty and hunger.
Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governanceapplications,
models, successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency &
accountability and institutional and other measures.
Role of civil services in a democracy.
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,
Topics List of Sub Topic
Modern Indian history from about the middle of the Personalities: (1) Mahatma Gandhi
eighteenth century until the present significant (2) BR Ambedkar (3) Jyotiba Phule
events, personalities, issues. (4) Mahatma Phule
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. 1750 Onwards World history

Role of women and women’s organization, population
and associated issues, poverty and
developmental issues, urbanization, their problems
and their remedies.


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 (including
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
Key Sources: PRS, Constitution at Work, Laxmikanth,
RPA, Government Schemes and various programs
Sources Very Important Middle
Freedom Struggle Post-independence

from 1857-1947 -- consolidation and
Be sure to focus on reorganization within
major the country.--> This
contributions --> topic deals mostly with
meaning major the process of getting
events and major princely states into the
contributors Indian republic and
meaning major new institutions
Indian History from 1750-present people involved created, first elections
Industrial
revolution -
focused on Britain
and then spreading
to Europe,
world wars,
redrawal of
national
boundaries --
World War I and II
causes, major
events, impact on
colonies,
colonization in
America, Asia and
Africa,
decolonization in
Africa, Asia,
political
philosophies like
communism,
capitalism,
socialism etc.—
Focus on the topics given in the list. their forms and
Study Country wise or study year wise in effect on the
chunk of 25 years each society.
Changes in Indian Family Structure ,

caste, religion, sanskritization, tribes,
issues of urbanization and rural
degradation, Changes on position of
women and sanskritization, various
movements of dalits and other
minorities, reservation, ongoing tussles
within the society
Diveristy meaning, is it a strength or a
weakness, unity in diversity, diversity
changes
Women movements, women in white
and blue collar jobs, women in family,
women in SHGs and cooperatives,
Women led industries/companies,
women in government service, Issues of
population growth, demographic
changes, demographic dividend,
challenges of ageing population,
challenges of young population
Poverty BPL, Poverty schemes, poverty
problems
Focus on the WHY, the features of

various phenomenon and How and not
the what
Less
East India Company

History and British
Viceroys, British
Committees etc. --
not really needed

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THIS MIGHT SEEM INTENSE OR TOO MUCH, but remember, YOU ARE AIMING FOR THE IAS.

CSE Prelims Exam Estimated Date End of June 2022

Polity, Geography, Environment and Ecology, <<- 12 topics

3. Focus on larger picture things, then come to smaller

1. Get rid of those things that don't help you with

Monthwise Larger Plan for Prelims and Mains 2022

2. March, April, May and June is dedicated for Prelims

y, NCERT Physical Geography

eries Prelims for sections studied so far

RIES NOT NEEDED IN LAST one month

Study time per day: 6-8 hours

time per day: 6-8 hours

on't make notes from Newspaper

Chapter 10: THE PHILOSOPHY OF

Chapter 2: The Origin and Evolution of the Earth

Chapter 3: Interior of the Earth

Chapter 4: Distribution of Oceans and Continents

Chapter 5: Minerals and Rocks

Chapter 6: Geomorphic Processes

Chapter 10: Atmospheric Circulation and Weather Systems

Google, 'what is constitution', Read: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/constitution-unit/what-uk-

Google, major supreme court cases in India on "Fundamental Rights"

USE Amit Sen Gupta Youtube Channel for Geography Lessons

USE Geography Handout by Mr. Sanjeev Kr. Manocha

USE My Notes for Geography provided in link below

Use MAPS studying technique shown on my channel as well

Start May 2021 monthly

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

Parliament and State

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

n't make notes from Newspaper

NCERT/NIOS --> I liked this source for environment basics

Chapter 2: Environment and Human Society, Chapter 3: Degradation of Natural Environment

Chapter 4, 5: Principles of Ecology, Ecosystem

Chapter 8, 9 : Human Societies, Deforestation

Chapter 10: Env Pollution, Chap 14: Global Environmental Issues

Chapter on President, Chapter on Vice President: Polity Laxmikanth

Chapter on Parliament (1/4th):Polity Laxmikanth

Start May 2021

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

Indian Heritage and

) Don't make notes from Newspaper

Chapter on Fundamental Rights: Polity Laxmikanth

Start May 2021

) Don't make notes from Newspaper

Freedom Struggle Spectrum: Chapter 18, 19

Revision - polity revise some chapters

Start August 2021

) Don't make notes from Newspaper

Optional Month make your own plan / Ethics topics

keep time for breaks and revisions also

Ethics: ethics - in private and public relationships.

Start May 2021

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes

The Hindu 30-45 Minutes