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Are You a Beginner in Public Administration for UPSC?
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Activities- Handouts + Worksheets + Answer Writing Practice
7th to 11th Mar.
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Only Rs. 99/-
For More Details Call on 8448496262
This bootcamp is designed for freshers starting their Public Administration (Pub Ad) optional preparation for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. This bootcamp not only orients students towards the subject but also focuses on the essentials elements which are necessary to lay a winning foundation for Public Administration Optional. Start your UPSC Optional Preparation the right way!
Join 5 Days Bootcamp to Decode UPSC Preparation
For More Details Call on 8448496262
Key Highlights:
- Gaining conceptual clarity, master syllabus mapping.
- Building a strong foundation in the subject
- Understanding the syllabus in depth for smart preparation
- Developing conceptual clarity & analytical thinking
- Learning structured note-making techniques
- Effective Note-Making: Master strategies for efficient revision.
- Understanding topper strategies for effective study
- Practicing answer writing for beginners
Session Plan
Day 1
Syllabus Micro Detailing – Understanding the Exam Demands
Topics Covered:
- Breaking Down the Syllabus into Themes
- How to read the syllabus like a topper?
- Paper 1 vs. Paper 2: How to approach them differently?
- Understanding keywords: Evolution, Principles, Administration & Management, Governance, Policy, Ethics, etc.
- Interlinkages with General Studies & Current
Affairs
- What parts of Public Administration help in GS & Essay?
- Where do I integrate Public Administration in GS-2 & GS-4?
- Overlap with Polity, Ethics, Governance & International Relations
- PYQ Trend Analysis of the Last 10 Years
- What does UPSC expect from an answer?
- Static vs. Dynamic Questions: How to balance?
- What is the ideal coverage for each topic?
Activities:
- Syllabus Mapping Exercise: Color-coded syllabus chart to categorize themes & interlinkages
- PYQ Categorization Exercise: Label PYQs into static, dynamic, conceptual & analytical
Handout & Worksheet:
- Detailed Syllabus Mapping Sheet with Topic-Wise PYQ Analysis
- UPSC Examiner’s Blueprint:What does the question demand?
Day 2
Concept Building Around a Topic – How to Study Effectively
Topics Covered:
- What is a Concept?
- Understanding Administrative Thinkers, Public Policy, Governance & Ethics
- The importance of linking theory with practical governance
- How to Approach Any Public Administration
Topic?
- Understanding the Dimensions of a Topic: Definitions, Thinkers, Theories, Applications, Criticism & Current Affairs
- Developing a 360-degree View of a Topic
- Applying Concepts in Answers – Connecting Theory
& Practice
- How to frame examples & case studies
- Answer writing approach: Direct, Analytical & Applied Questions
Activities:
- Case Study Analysis: Application of Taylor’s Scientific Management in today’s administration
- Thinker-Linking Challenge: Match thinkers with real-world governance challenges
Handout & Worksheet:
- Model Concept Map on a Sample Topic (Eg: Bureaucracy & Governance in India)
- List of Must-Know Thinkers & Their Theories
Day 3
Note-Making – How to Create Effective & Exam-Oriented Notes
Topics Covered:
- What Does a Good Note Look Like?
- How toppers make notes: Concise yet comprehensive
- Active vs. Passive Notes – Why only writing isn’t enough?
- Types of Note-Making
- Linear Notes: Good for direct topics
- Flowcharts & Mind Maps: Best for thinkers & theories
- Comparative Tables:Perfect for Administrative Theories & Governance Models
- How to Revise Effectively?
- Creating one-page summary sheets
- Using keywords, mnemonics & flowcharts
Activities:
- Live Note-Making Exercise: Students make notes on a topic using different techniques
- Peer Review Session: Compare & refine notes
Handout & Worksheet:
- Sample Notes on an Important Topic (Eg: New Public Management vs. Bureaucracy)
- Note-Making Templates
Day 4
What Sets a Topper Apart? How Do Toppers Study Publi Administration?
Topics Covered:
- Toppers’ Study Plans – What Are They Doing
Differently?
- Strategic Reading & Prioritization: Not all topics need the same effort
- How to effectively use UPSC-relevant material (ARC Reports, IGNOU, Prasad & Prasad, etc.)
- Mistakes to Avoid – Why Students Fail in Public
Administration?
- Not understanding the demand of the question
- Lack of multi-dimensional thinking – How to improve?
- Writing irrelevant answers with no thinkers or case studies
- Time Management & Writing Under
Pressure
- Planning short-term vs. long-term preparation
- How to balance Optional with GS?
Activities:
- Success & Failure Case Studies: Comparing answer scripts of toppers & average scorers
- Time Management Game: How to balance answer writing practice with content building
Handout & Worksheet:
- Checklist of Do’s & Don’ts for Public Administration Preparation
- 30-Day Study Plan for Beginners
Day 5
PYQ + Answer Writing for Beginners – First Steps to Mastery
Topics Covered:
- How to Decode PYQs?
- Trend Analysis of Past 10 Years
- How to predict questions based on UPSC’s approach
- Building a Framework for Answer Writing
- Introduction-Body-Conclusion (IBC) Format
- Integrating Thinkers, Reports & Case Studies
- Live Answer Writing & Review
- Writing one 10-marker & one 15-marker question
- Peer review & Faculty Feedback
Activities:
- Live Answer Writing Session
- Answer Comparison with Model Answers
Handout & Worksheet:
- PYQ Categorization Sheet – Static vs. Dynamic Questions
- Sample Model hints with Annotations
Join the bootcamp if You are..
New to Public Administration Optional:
Starting your UPSC journey and need structured guidance on how to approach Public Administration effectively.
Confused About the Right Approach:
Struggling with where to begin, what to study, and how to structure your preparation for maximum retention and understanding.
Overwhelmed by the Syllabus & Study Material:
Finding it difficult to decode the syllabus, choose the right books, and organize your study plan effectively.
Looking for Conceptual Clarity:
Want to build a strong foundation in Public Administration concepts, theories, and thinkers for better understanding and answer writing.
Struggling with Note-Making & Answer Writing:
Unsure how to make effective notes, integrate current affairs, and write high-scoring answers in the exam.
Seeking Topper Strategies for Success:
Want to learn how toppers approach the subject, manage time efficiently, and use smart techniques to maximize their scores.
If any of these resonate with you, this Bootcamp is the perfect place to START!
Meet The Faculty:
Abhishiekh Saxena
Faculty: Public Administration Optional
- Abhishiekh Saxena Sir is a seasoned faculty of Public Administration Optional for UPSC CSE having consistently delivered results.
- An engineer by training, having worked across IT Majors, Media, Education and UPSC Ecosystem brings unique and practical Perspectives to Public Administration.
- 9+ Years of Teaching Experience and consistent Results.
- Known for Answer Writing and Marks Fetching hacks he has helped many candidates Qualify UPSC CSE
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