THE POWER OF POLITICAL SCIENCE
Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) is a most preferred choice for UPSC aspirants due to its scoring potential and strong overlap with the General Studies (GS) syllabus.
- Prelims Friendly
- Indian Polity: 15-20 Questions
- World Politics and International Organisations: 5-8 Questions
- Strong Overlap with General Studies Papers
- GS Paper II: Direct overlap with topics on polity and governance. (The only Optional subject that covers almost a whole GS Paper)
- GS Papers I, III, IV: Provides useful insights for socio-economic and ethical issues in GS.
- Essay Paper: PSIR aids in essay writing by offering insights on political and international issues.
- Relevance to Current Affairs
- Paper II, especially in the International Relations section, aligns with ongoing global and national issues.
- Prepares aspirants for current affairs questions by enhancing understanding of world events and India’s role.
- Scoring Potential:
- PSIR has consistently been recognized for its scoring potential in the UPSC CSE.
- With the right preparation and understanding, candidates can score high marks in both Paper I and Paper II.
- Holistic Preparation
- The wide coverage of topics in PSIR complements the General Studies syllabus, enabling a more integrated approach to preparation across Mains papers.
- Support in the Interview Stage
- A strong foundation in PSIR helps aspirants articulate informed opinions during the interview, particularly on topics related to governance, policy-making, and India's foreign relations.
With its depth and versatility, PSIR is a strategic choice for UPSC CSE aspirants aiming to optimize their preparation and score well in Mains.
Paper I: Political Theory and Indian Politics, and Indian Government and Politics
- Political Theory and Indian Politics
- Key topics: Theories of the state, justice, equality, human rights, democracy.
- This section emphasizes foundational political concepts and theories that shape political systems and governance.
- Indian Government and Politics
- Key topics: Indian Nationalism, the Constitution, federalism, political party systems.
- Focuses on the Indian political landscape, from historical perspectives to current constitutional structures.
Paper II: Comparative Politics and International Relations, and India and the World
- Comparative Politics and International Relations
- Key topics: Globalization, political participation, representation, international relations theory.
- Covers global political dynamics, examining political systems and comparative analyses across countries.
- India and the World
- Key topics: India’s foreign policy, South Asian relations, Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), UN system, major global power relations.
- Focuses on India’s role in the international arena and its relationships with neighbouring regions and global institutions.
Toppers with PSIR Optional
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Benefits of Joining PSIR Subject Classes with Mr Manoj Sharma Sir
- Expert Guidance: Raja Sir’s PSIR sessions offer a structured approach with an expert, ensuring comprehensive syllabus coverage and mastery of both Paper I and Paper II.
- Quality Study Materials: Receive detailed notes to simplify complex concepts and enhance understanding.
- Answer-Writing Practice: Regular Answer writing sessions and feedback help improve writing skills, essential for scoring well in Mains.
- Flexible Learning: The course is available both online and offline, with recorded sessions for flexibility.
- Personalized Mentorship: One-on-one sessions help clarify doubts and tailor preparation to individual needs.
PSIR Optional Course Features
Syllabus Coverage
- Comprehensive and timely completion of the syllabus.
- 400+ hours of focused classroom teaching including Tests and Discussions.
Answer Writing Practice
- Integrated answer writing sessions.
- Dedicated test series with personalized feedback.
Class Format
- Sessions available both offline and online.
- Regular class tests to track progress.
Study Materials
- Six Volumes of our Institute Books available
Overcoming Challenges with PSIR Optional Subject
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Problem |
Challenge |
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Complex Political Theories & Concepts |
Understanding complex political theories and ideologies can be overwhelming, especially for those without a strong background in political science. |
Raja Sir simplifies complex concepts into structured lessons with step-by-step explanations, making them easier to understand and retain. |
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Balancing Theory with Current Affairs |
PSIR requires a balance of theory and staying updated with dynamic global and national politics. |
Raja Sir integrates current affairs into the curriculum, linking real-world events with theoretical concepts to enhance understanding. |
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Limited Access to Quality Study Materials |
The vastness of the syllabus makes it difficult to find up-to-date, comprehensive study materials. |
Raja Sir provides curated, regularly updated study notes for thorough preparation. |
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Insufficient Practice & Feedback |
Without regular answer-writing practice and feedback, students struggle to develop effective exam-writing skills. |
Raja Sir conducts regular answer-writing sessions with past year papers and provides personalized feedback to help students improve their writing. |
Ideally
This course is ideal for aspirants who:
- Aim for a high-scoring optional subject with significant overlap in General Studies.
- Have an interest in political theory, governance, and international relations.
- Seek a structured approach with expert guidance and consistent feedback for effective preparation.
Our Journey of 20 years
We started our journey from Delhi since 2005. Few Senior Aspirants initiated this startup. Those who had initiated have later got in to Civil Services. Till Mid 2009 we were doing Postal Coaching [Based at Delhi] for UPSC CIVIL SERVICES EXAM. We even had three outlets to sell our study materials at Delhi namely 1. Bharat Book Center opp to JNU. 2. Jawahar Book Center opp TO JNU 3.Hari Om Book center in Mukherjee Nagar. We had students right from Kanyakumari, Arunchal Pradesh, Nagaland, Jammu and almost every length and breadth of India.
COURSE DETAILS
No of Students – 40 Per Batch
Fees – ₹ 45,000/- (Inclusive GST + Study Materials +Tests)
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He Studied Electrical Engineering at IIT, Kharagpur. Despite his brilliant academics and lucrative Career in Private Sector, with his prestigious IIM (Bangalore) graduation, he aspired to become IAS and cracked the toughest nut of UPSC with his patience and perseverance. He made investment on himself, worked for it, and is now a Unicorn in himself.
Anshul Gupta IAS
His impressive writing abilities with clarity of thought made him achieve this. He used to write tests and essays and come to institute after 7.00 pm also. On Few Days he had even come at 9.00 p.m. That shows his dedication. Our faculty had waited till he comes. That’s the kind of personal touch every student gets at our Institute.
Siva Krishnamoorty IAS
Raja Sir’s guidance and support helped me achieving my dream service of IAS. My optional subject was Political Science and International Relations. I fully relied on Sir’s inputs. Its my pleasure to thank him for his mentoring.
Bharani Kumar IAS
An alumni of College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University, IIM Graduate, Ex Employee of RBS, is now an Indian Revenue Service Officer. He enrolled with us for Classes of Sociology, Political Science and International Relations, Current Affairs and General Studies Prelims Test Batch. He also guided our students for one batch of CSAT – Aptitude.
Jai Arvind IRS
I joined Raja Sir’s Cracking IAS for General Studies & Essay. Study materials and tests provided by Raja Sir were crispy and catering to the exact demands of UPSC Civil Services Exam. Thank you Raja Sir.
Rajarshi Das Gupta IRS
Nitika Pawar obtained 18th rank in Civil Services Examination 2011 in her first attempt for the most prestigious position of Indian Administrative Services (IAS). Nitika Pawar had completed her B.Tech in Biotechnology. She joined us for the optional subject Political Science and International Relations.
Nitika Pawar IAS (AIR, 18)
She is an alumnus of MOP Vaishnav College for Women, Chennai . With her tireless efforts and calm, composed approach to UPSC Civil Services Exam, she made it in her very first attempt immediately after her Graduation. Her optional subject was Political Science and International Relations.
Saranya Baskar IAAS, AIR 143
Sir, I got personalised attention and especially your tests have helped me a lot. I will not forget your emphasis on Phytoremediation question which exactly got reflected in GS – Mains. Points notified during Mock Interview Session helped me to perform well in UPSC Interview.
U. Swaroop IAS
She was deeply impacted by something that Steve Jobs often spoke about – connecting the dots. “You have to place your trust and belief in something and keep working towards it. It will all somehow start making sense and come together,” says Uma. After facing so many failures, Uma just got it in her 6th attempt.