Category: Mains PYQs
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Analysis and Reflections on UPSC Mains 2025 PSIR Optional Paper 1
The UPSC has concluded its Civil Services Mains Examination for Optional Papers. The optional subject holds particular significance for success in UPSC Mains, as it is accounting for a notable 500 marks. The UPSC PSIR Optional Paper 1 is a test of an aspirant’s knowledge on Political Theory and Indian Government and Politics. This Paper…
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Analysis and Reflections on UPSC Mains 2025 Geography Optional Paper 2
The UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination for Optional Papers has concluded, with the UPSC Geography Optional Paper 2 testing aspirants on the Geography of India. The optional subject is crucial for success in UPSC Mains, as it contributes a notable 500 marks to the final score. Analysis of Geography Optional Paper 2 The 2025 Geography…
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Analysis and Reflections on UPSC Mains 2025 Geography Optional Paper 1
The UPSC has concluded its Civil Services Mains Examination for Optional Papers. The optional subject holds particular significance for success in UPSC Mains, as it is accounting for a notable 500 marks. The UPSC Geography Optional Paper 1 is a test of an aspirant’s knowledge on Physical and Human Geography. This Paper is subdivided into…
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UPSC Law Optional Question Paper 2025, Trend analysis and Syllabus
The UPSC Law Optional papers (Paper I & Paper II) were conducted on 31st August 2025, each carrying 250 marks and spanning 3 hours. Together, they account for 500 marks—a significant share in the UPSC Mains score. Paper I focused on Constitutional & Administrative Law and International Law, demanding conceptual clarity, case law knowledge, and…
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UPSC Mains 2025 Essay Paper: Themes, Trends, and Strategies for Success
Introduction: Why the Essay Paper Matters in UPSC The Essay paper in the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination holds a unique and decisive position in determining a candidate’s final rank. Unlike the General Studies papers, which test factual knowledge and analytical skills within defined boundaries, the Essay paper examines the aspirant’s ability to think critically,…
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UPSC GS Paper 4 Ethics 2025: VAM Reflections & Answer Writing
The UPSC has recently concluded its Civil Services Mains Examination for GS Paper 4 (Ethics). The UPSC GS Paper 4 is a test of an aspirant’s knowledge of not just the theories of Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude in Section A, but also their application on the real life case studies that follow in Section B…
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Download UPSC Mains 2025 Public Administration Optional Question Papers PDF (Paper 1 & 2)
UPSC Civil Services Examination remains India’s premier competitive exam, with Public Administration Optional playing a strategic role in Mains success. Public Administration Optional has emerged as the preferred choice for aspirants seeking direct alignment with administrative services and practical governance knowledge. The UPSC Mains 2025 Public Administration Optional papers provide crucial insights into examination patterns,…
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UPSC GS Paper 3 2025: VAM Reflections & Answer Writing
The UPSC has recently concluded its Civil Services Mains Examination for GS Paper 3. The UPSC GS Paper 3 is a test of an aspirant’s knowledge of a mix of subjects which include Economy of India, Environment and Disaster Management, Internal Security, Science and Technology and hence needs not just theory but a deep knowledge…
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UPSC GS Paper 2 2025: VAM Reflections & Answer Writing
The UPSC has recently concluded its Civil Services Mains Examination for GS Paper 2. The UPSC GS Paper 2 is a test of an aspirant’s knowledge of both static content from standard books and current affairs, and this year’s paper was no exception. UPSC GS 2 Paper featured a Polity and Governance heavy distribution of…
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UPSC GS Paper 1 2025: VAM Reflections & Answer Writing
The UPSC has recently concluded its Civil Services Mains Examination for GS Paper 1. The UPSC GS Paper 1 is a test of an aspirant’s knowledge of both static content from standard books and current affairs, and this year’s paper was no exception. UPSC GS 1 Paper featured a balanced distribution of questions: six from…