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  • FREE for 24 Hours. Dominate SureShot Notes

    FREE for 24 Hours. Dominate SureShot Notes

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    Our philosophy is simple. There are 20 SureShot themes and these need dedicated focus. Need to be your number 1 priority.

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    You need to (1)prioritize based on the frequency of news + you need to be (2)comprehensive covering all dimensions that have been asked in Previous Year Questions.

    Here are snippets from our Schemes and Species notes.

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    The story doesn’t stop here! Having consolidated notes is the 1st step.

    You need to prepare these topics through the prism of PYQs. Here is a video where Zeeshan Sir is explaining various interesting dimensions-how you need to focus on ‘superlatives’, questions from popular species won’t be direct, how to spot unconventional species, etc.

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  • [FREE pdf]All Species Compilation for Prelims 2024+Z Sir’s Session Today

    [FREE pdf]All Species Compilation for Prelims 2024+Z Sir’s Session Today

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    This is Zeeshan Hashmi,

    Join my session and we will be discussing these notes.

    Species in News is the top theme among the 20 SureShot Themes. At least 3-5 questions are expected from it.

    [2021]Q.Consider the following animals
    1. Hedgehog
    2. Marmot
    3. Pangolin
    To reduce the chance of being captured by predators, which of the above organisms rolls up/roll up and protects/protect its/their vulnerable parts?
    (a) 1 and 2
    (b) 2 only
    (c) 3 only
    (d) 1 and 3

    [2022]Q.Which of the following is not a bird?

    (a) Golden Mahseer

    (b) Indian Nightjar

    (c) Spoonbill

    (d) White Ibis

    But getting these questions right is not easy. We need to prioritize news and cover all dimensions.

    You need to be thorough with

    1. Species repeatedly in news
    2. Species that are higher up in the IUCN status
    3. Most striking fact – heaviest bird, only flying squirrel, etc.
    4. If its a state animal.
    5. Natural Habitat.
    6. Conservation measures.

    Our material is built using this philosophy. It covers everything. Here is a snippet

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  • Dominate Prelims week 3 – Timetable Out

    Dominate Prelims week 3 – Timetable Out

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    Dominate Prelims Phase 1 will start Tomorrow, Monday the 8th Jan.

    The timetable for the upcoming week is as follows-

    DateLectureFaculty
    22th, MondayHoliday occasion of the Ram temple ‘Pran Pratishtha’–
    23rd, TuesdayEconomics IDinesh Sir
    24th, WednesdayIndian Space Program
    Sumit Sir
    25th, Thursday, 2PMEconomics IIDinesh Sir
    26th, FridayHoliday occasion of Republic DayJatin Sir

    The philosophy of Dominate is as follows – In January Phase 1, we plan to cover 15 High Yielding Topics like Govt Schemes, International Organizations, Species, etc. You can expect up to 50 questions from these 15 themes. With just 5 months to go, your 1st reading should happen RIGHT NOW

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    After the class, we will continue the discussion on telegram. If we have to ensure we dont miss a single question, we will have to put in more effort beyond the classroom.

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  • Dominate Prelims week 2 – Timetable Out

    Dominate Prelims week 2 – Timetable Out

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    Dominate Prelims Phase 1 will start Tomorrow, Monday the 8th Jan.

    The timetable for the upcoming week is as follows-

    DateLectureFaculty
    15th, MondayEnvironment-Species IJatin Sir
    16th, TuesdayEnvironment-Species IIJatin Sir
    17th, WednesdayArt and Culture IAyush Sir
    18th, ThursdayArt and Culture IIAyush Sir
    19th, FridayActs and PoliciesJatin Sir

    The philosophy of Dominate is as follows – In January Phase 1, we plan to cover 15 High Yielding Topics like Govt Schemes, International Organizations, Species, etc. You can expect up to 50 questions from these 15 themes. With just 5 months to go, your 1st reading should happen RIGHT NOW

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    Class tomorrow at 2PM. See your at 8LGF Apsara Arcade.

    After the class, we will continue the discussion on telegram. If we have to ensure we dont miss a single question, we will have to put in more effort beyond the classroom.

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  • Aradhana Johri, IAS-Interview Mentor for AIR 16, AIR 22, AIR 48 and other

    Aradhana Johri, IAS-Interview Mentor for AIR 16, AIR 22, AIR 48 and other

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    Hello Aspirants, How is the josh!

    Meet Aradhana Ma’am-an extraordinary bureaucrat, author, and humanitarian.

    Ms. Aradhana Johri, IAS of 1980 has had an illustrious career in Civil Services. In her last stint, she was the Chairperson, National Authority for Chemical Weapons Convention Government of India and Secretary, of the Department of Disinvestment, Ministry of Finance, Government of India. Both these positions go to extraordinary bureaucrats with a remarkable track record.

    Her remarkable career in the Civil Services spans 36 years, during which she served in both the Government of India and the Uttar Pradesh Government. Throughout her tenure, she held significant portfolios, including health, industries, dairies, and social welfare. Notably, she served as Secretary of Disinvestment in the Ministry of Finance and later in the Department of Pharmaceuticals. Besides her illustrious career, Ms. Aradhana Johri is a celebrated author, renowned for her notable works such as “Beyond the Misty Veil: Temple Tales of Uttarakhand.”

    The Interview Stage is a crucial stage and a chance for you to easily score 190+ provided you are guided with the right feedback.

    Seasoned bureaucrats will not ask you silly pressure test questions – proposing to a glass, writing a random prescription. They ask you thought-provoking questions in line with what will be asked in the exam.

    Maam’s meticulousness is visible from the extensive research she does on the DAF of each candidate.

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  • Dominate Prelims Phase 1 classes start tomorrow – Timetable Out

    Dominate Prelims Phase 1 classes start tomorrow – Timetable Out

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    Dominate Prelims Phase 1 will start Tomorrow, Monday the 8th Jan.

    The timetable for the upcoming week is as follows-

    DateLectureFaculty
    8th, MondaySchemes IJatin Sir
    9th, TuesdaySchemes IIJatin Sir
    10th, WednesdayInternational
    Organizations I    		Venus Maam
    11th, ThursdayInternational
    Organizations II    		Venus Maam
    12th, FridaySpeciesPoornina Maam

    The philosophy of Dominate is as follows – In January Phase 1, we plan to cover 15 High Yielding Topics like Govt Schemes, International Organizations, Species, etc. You can expect up to 50 questions from these 15 themes. With just 5 months to go, your 1st reading should happen RIGHT NOW

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    1st class tomorrow at 2PM. See your at 8LGF Apsara Arcade.

    After the class, we will continue the discussion on telegram. If we have to ensure we dont miss a single question, we will have to put in more effort beyond the classroom.

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  • [FREE pdf]All Govt. Schemes Compilation for Prelims 2024

    [FREE pdf]All Govt. Schemes Compilation for Prelims 2024

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    This is Zeeshan Hashmi. I want all my students to beat prelims cutoffs by a comfortable margin.

    Govt. Schemes are the top theme among the 20 SureShot Themes that require focused attention. At least 3-5 questions are expected from it.

    [2023]Consider the following statements in relation to Janani Suraksha Yojna:

    1. It is safe motherhood intervention of the State Health Departments.

    2. Its objective is to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality among poor pregnant women.

    3. It aims to promote institutional delivery among poor pregnant women.

    4. Its objective includes providing public health facilities to sick infants up to one year of age.

    How many of the statements given above are correct?

    (a) Only one

    (b) Only two

    (c) Only three

    (d) All four

    [2022]With reference to Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, consider the following statements :

    1. Private and public hospitals must adopt it.

    2. As it aims to achieve universal health coverage, every citizen of India should be part of it ultimately.

    3. It has seamless portability across the country.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    (a) 1 and 2 only

    (b) 3 only

    (c) 1 and 3 only

    (d) 1, 2 and 3

    But getting these questions right is not easy. With over 1000 schemes, portals, and initiatives – it is impossible to memorize all the details.

    We are releasing 100 Govt. Schemes that have been in the news repeatedly over the last 1.5 years. We are providing news links and dates so you can refer to articles and establish their relevance.

    Our 1st priority is to ensure we dont get a single question wrong from these 100 schemes.

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    Dominate Prelims Phase 1 will start on 25th Jan. We will focus on covering 15 High Yielding Topics like Govt Schemes, International Organizations, Species, etc. You can expect up to 50 questions from these 15 themes. With just 5 months to go, your 1st reading should happen RIGHT NOW

    After the class, we will continue the discussion on telegram. If we have to ensure we dont miss a single question, we will have to put in more effort beyond the classroom.

    On 8th, the 1st lecture will be on Govt. Schemes with Jatin Sir. See you there!

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  • Prelims TS CA 03 Test Released. Attempt it NOW

    Prelims TS Recommended by AIR 16,22,48&250+ other rankers. Attempt the Test here

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    Hi Students! How is the josh.

    Our Prime TS test is out. We have started releasing sample questions from our tests to ensure more and more students turn up for the test on time instead of procrastinating till the last month before prelims.

    Our questions are very meticulously crafted to ensure 100% alignment + maximum hit ratio with UPSC Prelims. Any serious aspirant cannot afford to miss out on these questions.

    Q.1) Which among the following factors can be the reason to initiate a Currency swap between two parties?

    1. To hedge the risk of a certain currency
    2. To Reduce the cost of raising funds
    3. A country facing the risk of debt default.
    4. Promote own currency in the international market

    Select the correct option:

    The new pattern of the UPSC prelims focuses on external sectors of the Indian Economy. More than 10 questions in the last 3 years on-REER, NEER, dollar-rupee relationship, indirect transfers, international trade, BoP, and currency devaluation. 

    Currency Swap was in the news last year for SAARC and in this year’s news as well. 

    Q.2) Which one of the following statements is correct about ‘Walking Leaves’?

    1.  These are tiny, flat leaves that overlap each other and are often found on plants like cacti and succulents.
    2. These are also known as leaf-tailed geckos because they look like leaves.
    3. These leaves are long, thin, and pointed usually found on plants that live in very dry or cold places.
    4. These insects are famous for looking just like leaves which helps them hide in their natural homes.

    In the Environment, keyword-based questions have increased. Some examples are Lemon grass, Filter feeder, Bollgard, ACE2, Bisphenol A, etc.

    Q.3) Consider the following with respect to ‘One Future Alliance(OFA)’ 

    1. It is an initiative of India and the United Nations Development Programme. 
    2. It is a part of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) partnership. 
    3. It enables countries to innovate using existing open-source customizable stacks for their own and the world’s future. 

    Select the correct option:

    International Organisations, Conventions, and Treaties are some of the most important themes in Prelims and cover more than 90% of the IR section.

    The International Monetary Fund covered an article “Policy Priorities for the G20: One Earth, One Family, One Future” on One Future Alliance which makes it even more important.

    Practicing is more important than reading. Get going!

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  • Shankar Aggarwal, IAS – Meet our UPSC Interview Panelist

    Shankar Aggarwal, IAS – Meet our UPSC Interview Panelist

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    Hello Aspirants, How is the josh!

    The Interview Stage is the most important stage and a chance for you to very easily score 190+ provided you are guided with the right feedback.

    Seasoned bureacrats will not ask you silly pressure test questions – proposing to a glass, writing a random prescription. They ask you thought provoking questions inline with what will be asked in the actual exam.

    Meet Shankar Sir

    There is no one more accomplished than Shankar Sir. Interacting with him is an experience in himself. People in the actual interview board are his juniors and respect him immensely.

    Top Rankers with CD Mock Interview

    Mr. Shankar Aggarwal is a retired IAS Officer of 1980 batch from U.P. Cadre. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electronics and Communications from the University of Roorkee (now IIT, Roorkee)
    and a Master’s Degree in Computer Technology from IIT, Delhi. For his contributions and achievements, he has been awarded the lifetime achievement award by IIT Roorkee.

    He has had a distinguished career in Civil Services. Retired as Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India where he worked on key initiatives such as reforms in Juvenile Justice Act, establishment of Nirbhaya centres, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme etc.

    As Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Employment, he introduced 4 Labour Codes replacing 44 Central Labour Laws. He also brought far reaching
    amendments in Maternity Benefits Act by enhancing the paid leave period from 12 weeks to 26 weeks.

    As Secretary, Ministry of Urban Development, he was Chairman of all Metro Corporations of the country and introduced many new metro rail projects. He is also credited with launching of Swacch Bharat Abhiyan, Urban Rejuvenation Program, Smart City Program and Rapid Rail Mass Transport.

    He has extremely rich and varied experience or working in sensitive and important ministries and departments for Government of India
    and State Governments.

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  • 15 Days Economics NCERT Challenge-1st session today

    15 Days Economics NCERT Challenge-1st session today

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    See you at 5PM on Civilsdaily YouTube Live + 1 LGF Apsara Arcade classroom.

    This is Dinesh Sir on this side. I was overwhelmed with the response that the Polity NCERT Challenge has received in its very 1st edition. Close to 6k students turned up for the 1st session and overall over 30k students participated in the Challenge. This is huge!

    We are back with the 15-Day Economics NCERT Challenge. We have already had the Orientation Session.

    This is not your regular Economics Course. You have done so many of them and you still haven’t understood the crux of the subject.

    You are repeatedly getting questions wrong from NCERT because you are not looking at the right place.

    Lets kill it with Economics. For the next 15 days, there will be live lectures + you will be asked to submit Proof of Work(PoW) for EVERY chapter-Notes, assignments, research that I will announce in every live class.

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