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Aptitude over memory in the new IAS qualifying exams!
The prime minister has approved the proposal for the introduction of Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) in place of the existing Preliminary Examination for the Civil Services Examination (CSE).
According to the new syllabus, paper I includes current events of national and international importance, history of India and Indian national movement, Indian and world geography, [...]
No optional paper in Civil Services prelims from 2011
The government on Monday formally announced its decision to make changes in the selection process for the elite all-India services like the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or the Indian Police Service (IPS), introducing an aptitude test at the preliminary examination level while doing away with the assessment of optional subjects.
The UPSC will now test [...]
Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) 2011 Syllabus
Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) 2011 would consist Paper I and Paper II. Full knowledge of the English applicants has superior opportunity to succeed in CSAT 2011.
Paper 1
Pattern:
Total Marks: 200
Duration : 2 Hours
Syllabus
* Current events of national and international importance
* History of India and Indian national movement
* Indian and World Geography- physical, social, economic [...]
IAS Papers : Outline of Civil Services Aptitude Test
Setting the stage for civil service aspirants to be tested for their aptitude rather than their memory, the government on Monday announced the outline of the new Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) and changes in the General Studies paper that would requires aspirants to be as well versed in environmental studies — say climate [...]
Steps for Successful Exam Passing
There are so many articles about passing exams, but everyone has his/her own way of passing exams. One can find it very difficult, as it requires good preparation and maximum attention, while another regards exam as the way to demonstrate his/her knowledge. In fact, exams are both way for checking your knowledge and checking [...]
UPSC IAS Exam pattern
Conducted by UPSC, The reputed Civil Service Examination (also called IAS exam) is going to Follow a new pattern from 2011 onwards. With union government approving inclusion of Civil service Aptitude Test (CSAT) into the selection procedure of most reputed and competitive exam of the country, Thus students will face an all new pattern [...]
SOCIOLOGY IAS MAIN – 2007
UPSC: IAS MAIN – 2007
SOCIOLOGY
Paper- I
Time Allowed: Three Hours Maximum Marks: 300
INSTRUCTIONS
Candidates should attempt all questions strictly in accordance with the instructions given under each
questions. The number of marks carried by each question is indicated at the end of the question.
SECTION A
1. Write short notes on any three of the following in about 200 [...]
Previous Stories
- Aptitude over memory in the new IAS qualifying exams!
- No optional paper in Civil Services prelims from 2011
- Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) 2011 Syllabus
- IAS Papers : Outline of Civil Services Aptitude Test
- Steps for Successful Exam Passing
- UPSC IAS Exam pattern
- IAS Papers : Study Tips For Preparing For Exams
- How to get Success in Civil Service Exam
- Career as an IAS officer
- UPSC Exam : Central Police Forces Exam on Oct 24
- Apply online for all UPSC exams
