Author: Sukanya Rana

  • Nikaalo prelims is back with 60-day plan | | 60 Day Revision Course with Prelims Spotlight and Free Tests| Starts 4th August

    Nikaalo prelims is back with 60-day plan | | 60 Day Revision Course with Prelims Spotlight and Free Tests| Starts 4th August

    This is not the time to study new things but to consolidate and revise whatever you have studied so far. Try to narrow down the focus on the most important areas, refer PYQs, solve them, analyze them. The last phase of preparation is always very crucial, utilize it very judiciously. Keeping in mind we have launched Nikaloo Prelims 60 days program Phase 2 for everyone. Get yourself registered.

    Major components of the Program are:

    1. Prelims SPOTLIGHT

    This initiative is meant to help you revise details and facts that can be asked in prelims. They are simplified, synthesized, and prepared using the most authentic sources.
    Topics in Spotlight are chosen only after analyzing the previous year’s trend of the UPSC. These can easily slip your mind or easily confuse these. Continuous Revision for the same is required. Dare you to miss the updates!

    2. Static Subject Revision and Tests

    The timetable for the static subject and the Current Affair test is already released.

    We will try our best to provide:

    • The theme of the question
    • The Year of matching the previous year questions from the actual exam so you can assess the relevance
    • Lengthy and elaborate explanations
    • Question Type – Civilsdaily’s unique innovation

    You appear for a test every 2nd day at 5 PM. We believe some breathing time is necessary to ensure consistency and efficiency. Besides, a good revision also requires a quality time commitment.

    Instant score after you submit your test with proper explanations for the questions.
    Top 10 Ranks will be announced for every test at the launch of the next test.  

    Top 5 performers in the mini-test for 5 consecutive days will get free access to Civilsdaily Current Affairs magazine for one year along with one-time personalized mentorship to discuss the entire roadmap for your preparation.

    If you have any other doubts about your UPSC journey, fill the Samanvaya form and a mentor will be glad to discuss it with you.

  • STREAK DAILY INITIATIVE Day 8 WRAP UP (Free initiative by CD for UPSC Preparation)

    A dream does not become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work. 

    The Streak Daily Initiative is aimed to help out UPSC aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

    So, let us look at Today’s activities.

    For full-time Aspirants

    1. Historical background and making of the Constitution

    For working Aspirants

    1. Special Provisions for some states, Union Territories, Scheduled and Tribal Areas

    Target Assignment by Ravi Sir:

    Try these Prelims Questions :

    Q. Consider the following statements about Delhi
    legislative assembly

    1. The strength of the council of ministers is fixed
      at fifteen percent of the total strength of the
      assembly.
    2. The chief minister is appointed by the Lt.
      Governor.
    3. The ministers hold office during the pleasure of
      the Lt. Governor.
      Which of the statements given above is/are
      correct?

    1 and 2 only

    1 and 3 only

    2 and 3 only

    None of the above

    Q. Consider the following statements about Inner
    Line Permit

    1. It is a document required by non- natives to visit
      or stay in a state that is protected under the ILP
      system.
    2. Northeastern states covered under ILP are
      Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Meghalaya and
      Nagaland.
    3. All domestic and foreign tourists visiting states
      covered under ILP need to seek a permit.
      Which of the statements given above is/are
      correct?

    1 only

    2 only

    1 and 3 only

    1 and 2 only

    Q. Consider the following statements regarding administration of the Union Territories:

    1. An administrator of the Union Territory is an agent of the President and Head of the State like Governor.
    2. Parliament can make a law on any subject of the three lists for any Union Territory.
    3. Ministry of Home affairs is the nodal ministry for all matters of the Union Territories related to legislation, finance and budget.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A. 1 only

    B. 2 and 3 only

    C. 1 and 3 only

    D. 1, 2 and 3

    1. Consider the following statements regarding the 6th scheduled areas of the country
    1. Governor of the State declares the scheduled areas within a particular state
    2. Executive power of centre extends to these areas related to administration of these areas
    3. Acts of Parliament or state legislature do not apply to these areas unless Governor decides so
    4. Tribal Advisory council consists of 24 members of tribal community to advise governor.

    Which of above statements are true?

    1. 1,2 and 3
    2. 2, 3 and 4
    3. 2 only
    4. All of them

    Q. Which of the statements given below about administration of scheduled and tribal areas?


    1. While 5th schedule deals with administration of scheduled areas, 6th schedule deals with administration of tribal areas

    2. Each autonomous district council have elected members only to ensure more autonomy.
    3. There are 10 district autonomous councils in 4 states of North East. 

    4. Scheduled areas have more autonomy than tribal areas.

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below

    1. 1,2 and 3
    2. 1 and 3 only
    3. 2 and 3 only 
    4. All of them

    Video Discussion of Prelims Questions by Santosh Sir:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXWwN2gLt5A

    Try these Mains Questions :

    Q: ‘The constituent assembly debates give an insight into the minds of our constitution makers.’ Justify. (10)

    Q: Secularism in indian constitution ensures citizens rights of equality and places duties on the state at the same time. Explain. (250 words)

    Video Discussion of Mains Questions by Sukanya Ma’am:

    Stay tuned with us for tomorrow’s targets.

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    Visit our course page for further details

  • Daily Answer Writing Enhancement (AWE) Program || Enrollments Open for the Month of August

    Daily Answer Writing Enhancement (AWE) Program || Enrollments Open for the Month of August

    Aspirants for UPSC Examination, 2021 and 2022 are provided with this great opportunity to sharpen their Answer writing skills.

    The Daily AWE Program helps you practice 4 answers on a daily basis. If you are a student who wants to simultaneously carry out prelims and mains preparation, then AWE is a perfect course for you.

    Let’s keep the momentum going. 

    Answer writing practices through Civilsdaily’s Daily AWE program can reduce test anxiety and helps you ace the GS Mains answer writing. And what is a better way to practice for UPSC Mains Examinations than attempting Questions which are the closest to the demands of the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination? The more you are accustomed to sitting for a period of time, answering questions, and pacing yourself, the more comfortable you will feel when you actually sit down to take the real UPSC Mains examinations yourself.

    We are working hard to make the program more featureful, highlight the best answers, show the competency levels of students.

    WHAT THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:

    • Daily 4 questions from General studies 1, 2, 3, and 4 will be provided to you. A sample 2 week schedule is available below.
    • A Mentor’s Comment will be available for all answers. This can be used as a guidance tool, but we encourage you to write original answers.
    • You can write your answer on the same day and attached a scanned copy. Within 4 days, a review of your answer will be provided.
    • Also, write the Razor payment ID, when you attached your answer.
    • If you are writing answers late, then please tag the mentor, to let him know about your submission. These answers will be evaluated as per the mentor’s schedule.

    SCHEDULE:

    Here is the schedule for the first week of August to give you an idea about how we will follow your Syllabus:

    NOTE: For GS2 and GS3, we take questions from recent current affairs. This ensures coverage of both static and current affairs.

    For Course enrollment details, click the link given below.

  • Daily Answer Writing Enhancement (AWE) Program || Enrollments Open for the Month of August

    Daily Answer Writing Enhancement (AWE) Program || Enrollments Open for the Month of August

    Aspirants for UPSC Examination, 2021 and 2022 are provided with this great opportunity to sharpen their Answer writing skills.

    The Daily AWE Program helps you practice 4 answers on a daily basis. If you are a student who wants to simultaneously carry out prelims and mains preparation, then AWE is a perfect course for you.

    Let’s keep the momentum going. 

    Answer writing practices through Civilsdaily’s Daily AWE program can reduce test anxiety and helps you ace the GS Mains answer writing. And what is a better way to practice for UPSC Mains Examinations than attempting Questions which are the closest to the demands of the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination? The more you are accustomed to sitting for a period of time, answering questions, and pacing yourself, the more comfortable you will feel when you actually sit down to take the real UPSC Mains examinations yourself.

    We are working hard to make the program more featureful, highlight the best answers, show the competency levels of students.

    WHAT THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:

    • Daily 4 questions from General studies 1, 2, 3, and 4 will be provided to you. A sample 2 week schedule is available below.
    • A Mentor’s Comment will be available for all answers. This can be used as a guidance tool, but we encourage you to write original answers.
    • You can write your answer on the same day and attached a scanned copy. Within 4 days, a review of your answer will be provided.
    • Also, write the Razor payment ID, when you attached your answer.
    • If you are writing answers late, then please tag the mentor, to let him know about your submission. These answers will be evaluated as per the mentor’s schedule.

    SCHEDULE:

    Here is the schedule for the first week of August to give you an idea about how we will follow your Syllabus:

    NOTE: For GS2 and GS3, we take questions from recent current affairs. This ensures coverage of both static and current affairs.

    For Course enrollment details, click the link given below.