General Studies Mains Test Series- 2021

Tests

Full Tests 8 Sectional +

4 Comprehensive

SAMRIDHI

8 ComprehensiveTests

SANKALP

8 Mini Tests+

4 ComprehensiveTests

SANGHARSH

MODE:

Online/Offline

General Studies Mains Test Series- 2021

Starting From

20-Oct-2021

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GS Mains Test Series plays a very important role for almost every aspirant, the ones wri�ng

Mains and also the ones preparing for next year. It helps you:

a) Gauge your prepara�on and plan ahead accordingly.

b) Revise the full syllabus to strengthen your prepara�on.

c) Enhance the answer wri�ng skill and develop it as per changing trends.

d) Add valuable content and update your knowledge

All of these are possible when:

a) You write tests regularly.

b) Ques�on paper is updated and according to UPSC standards.

c) You get the feedback soon to accommodate changes in the next one.

d) Guidance for value addi�on.

e) Subjec�ve feedback to keep the momentum of improvement on the right track

Level Up IAS, known for its sheer quality and individual a�en�on , commits to fulfil all the above

requirements to help in the 360-degree growth of aspirants.

The Test series – Samriddhi, Sangharsh and Sankalp are very subjec�vely designed to cater to

the demand of different types of audiences keeping the quality intact for each of them.

Samridhi, mainly for students who are going to write the upcoming Mains this year, or wants to

revise and complete the syllabus by January 2022, has been cra�ed in a way it will get into the

ni�y-gri�y of each of the papers of general studies. The idea is to make aspirants know all

important things wri�en down in the respec�ve test as per the Mains Perspec�ve.

Sangharsh has been designed mainly for student s who aspire to start the answer wri�ng for all

general studies papers. Ini�ally star�ng with 10 Ques�ons in each test, it will make the

aspirants visit all important topics from each subject. Once the cycle is set to write answers,

the focus will be on precision and presenta�on and finally hi�ng the mark with 4 full -length,

comprehensive tests for the general studies.

Sankalp is a dedicated programme for aspirants who focuses on paper-based comple�on and

revision of subjects. 8 full-length, comprehensive tests will focus on a paper-based syllabus. The

GENERAL STUDIESMAINS TEST SERIES - 2021

ques�ons will be completely aligned to the UPSC Mains examina�on pa�ern; the idea is adding

value to the content and improving and upgrading the presenta�on skills in answers to score

more.

SAMRIDHI

Who dares wins…..

UPSC is not only a test of knowledge but also a�tude and problem -solving capaci�es. You can

be a be�er performer only with more and more prac�ce. The fortunate few who would be

seeing their name in the final list are the ones who will now invest in themselves. The idea

behind this test series program is to chisel out the best in you by vigorous prac�ce, leaving no

area untouched and no stone unturned.

Course Objec�ves:

Make the aspirants who think they will be qualifying the prelims “Mains Ready”.

Involve the aspirants into more and more answer wri�ng from each sec�on of the

syllabus.

Enhancing the ability to finish the papers before �me with qualita�ve answers.

Perfec�on in the art of Answer Wri�ng, as what ma�ers at the end of the day is how

be�er you write an answer.

The sec�onal test would help cover the syllabus in a rou�ne manner. The final test will

help revise each paper comprehensively and cover all other areas that are being

updated with �me.

Deliverables:

General Studies Tests

8 Full-Length Sec�onal Tests (20 Qs each Test)

4 Full-Length Comprehensive Tests (20 Qs each Test)

Model Answers with emphasis on UPSC word Limit.

Value Addi�on to Content through Test Discussion Videos.

Timely and Mul�-Layered Evalua�on within 7 days for students to get the qualita�ve

feedback as soon as possible.

1 to 1 Mentorship with the subject exper�se to track your development

Focus Areas:

Ensuring paper comple�on on �me by aspirants.

Covering the complete syllabus with ni�y-gri�y and understanding what kind of ques�ons

may be asked.

Value addi�on to content to have a compe��ve advantage and be�er the presenta�on in

answers.

Schedule Test 1 Art & Culture:

Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern �mes. Modern India: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century un�l the present- significant events, personali�es, issues. The Freedom Struggle - its various stages and important contributors /contribu�ons from different parts of the country. India A�er Independence: Post-Independence consolida�on and reorganiza�on within the country. World History: History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolu�on, world wars, redrawal of na�onal boundaries, coloniza�on, decoloniza�on, poli�cal philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society.

Date 20 Oct 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic History (GS1)

Test 2 Salient features of world’s physical geography. Distribu�on of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcon�nent); factors responsible for the loca�on of primary, secondary, and ter�ary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India) Important Geophysical phenomena such as Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic ac�vity, cyclone etc., geographical features and their loca�on- changes in cri�cal geographical features (including waterbodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes.

Date 27 Oct 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic Geography (GS1)

Test 3 Science and Technology- developments and their applica�ons and effects in everyday life. Achievements of Indians in science & technology; Indigeniza�on of technology and developing new technology. Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robo�cs, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues rela�ng to intellectual property rights. Environment: Conserva�on, environmental pollu�on and degrada�on, environmental impact assessment Disaster and disaster management. Internal Security: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. Role of external state and non-state actors in crea�ng challenges to internal security.

Date 3 Nov 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic S&T, Environment, Disaster and Internal Security. (GS3)

Challenges to internal security through communica�on networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money-laundering and its preven�on. Security challenges and their management in border areas; linkages of organized crime with terrorism Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate

T t es 4 Economy: Indian Economy and issues rela�ng to planning, mobiliza�on of resources, growth, development and employment. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Government Budge�ng. Effects of liberaliza�on on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Investment models. Agriculture: Major crops cropping pa�erns in various parts of the country, different types of irriga�on and irriga�on systems, storage, transport and marke�ng of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers; Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribu�on System- objec�ves, func�oning, limita�ons, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing. Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, loca�on, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management. Land reforms in India.

Date 17 Nov 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic Economy & Agriculture. (GS3)

T t es 5 Indian Polity:

Indian Cons�tu�on- historical underpinnings, evolu�on, features,

amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.

Func�ons and responsibili�es of the Union and the States, issues and

challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolu�on of powers and

finances up to local levels and challenges therein.

Separa�on of powers between various organs dispute redressal

mechanisms and ins�tu�ons.

Comparison of the Indian cons�tu�onal scheme with that of other

countries

Parliament and State Legislatures - structure, func�oning, conduct of

business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. Structure,

organiza�on and func�oning of the Execu�ve and the Judiciary -

Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and

formal/informal associa�ons and their role in the Polity. Salient features

Date 24 Nov 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic Polity & Governance

of the Representa�on of People’s Act.

Appointment to various Cons�tu�onal posts, powers, func�ons and

responsibili�es of various Cons�tu�onal Bodies.

Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies.

Governance:

Government policies and interven�ons for development in various

sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementa�on.

Development processes and the development industry- the role of NGOs,

SHGs, various groups and associa�ons, donors, chari�es, ins�tu�onal and

other stakeholders.

Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-

governance- applica�ons, models, successes, limita�ons, and poten�al;

Ci�zens charters, transparency & accountability and ins�tu�onal and

other measures.

Role of civil services in a democracy.

Test 6 Social Issues: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Role of women and women’s organiza�on, popula�on and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbaniza�on, their problems and their remedies. Effects of globaliza�on on Indian society, Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism. Social Jus�ce: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sec�ons of the popula�on by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, ins�tu�ons and Bodies cons�tuted for the protec�on and be�erment of these vulnerable sec�ons. Issues rela�ng to development and management of Social Sector/Services rela�ng to Health, Educa�on, Human Resources. Issues rela�ng to poverty and hunger. India and its neighborhood- rela�ons. Interna�onal Rela�ons: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affec�ng India’s interests Effect of policies and poli�cs of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Important Interna�onal ins�tu�ons, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.

Date 1 Dec 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic Social Issues Social Jus�ce Interna�onal Rela�ons. (GS1+GS2)

Test 7 Essence, Determinants and Consequences of Ethics in - Human Ac�ons; Dimensions of Ethics; Ethics - in Private and Public Rela�onships; Role of Family Society and Educa�onal Ins�tu�ons in Inculca�ng Values. Lessons from the Lives and Teachings of Great Leaders, Reformers and Administrators; A�tude: Content, Structure, Func�on; its Influence and Rela�on with Thought and Behaviour; Moral and Poli�cal A�tudes; Social Influence and Persuasion. Emo�onal Intelligence-Concepts, and their U�li�es and Applica�on in Administra�on and Governance.

Date 8 Dec 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic Ethics 1 (GS 4)

Contribu�ons of Moral Thinkers and Philosophers from India and World. Quote Case Studies related to above topics

Test 8 Ap�tude and Founda�onal Values for Civil Service, Integrity, Impar�ality and Non-par�sanship, Objec�vity, Dedica�on to Public Service, Empathy, Tolerance and Compassion towards the weaker-sec�ons. Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics in Public Administra�on: Status and Problems; Ethical Concerns and Dilemmas in Government and Private Ins�tu�ons; Laws, Rules, Regula�ons and Conscience as Sources of Ethical Guidance; Accountability and Ethical Governance; Strengthening of Ethical and Moral Values in Governance; Concept of Public Service; Philosophical Basis of Governance and Probity; Ethical Issues in Interna�onal Rela�ons and Funding; 18. Corporate Governance. Informa�on Sharing and Transparency in Government, Right to Informa�on, Codes of Ethics and Codes of Conduct, Ci�zen’s Charters, Work Culture, Quality of Service Delivery; U�liza�on of Public Funds & Challenges of Corrup�on Case Studies related to above topics.

Date 15 Dec 2021

Type Sec�onal

Topic Ethics 2 (GS 4)

Test 9 Complete Syllabus of GS 1

Date 25 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS1


Date 25 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS2


Date 26 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS3


Date 26 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS4

SANKALP

The secret to success is nothing but an oath to yourself…..

To ace the UPSC Mains examina�on, not only the knowledge but also the skills of dra�ing good

answers ma�ers. Repeated a�empts at evolving the art of answer wri�ng can help one to get

the best of one. Sankalp, an oath to do the best possible, is a test series programme that aims

to give you pragma�c doses of the Mains Examina�on completely simulated to actual exam

mul�ple �mes. Those aspirants looking to maximise their scores, even a�er repeated a�empts,

are the best-suited ones to the program.

Course Objec�ves

Mul�ple revisions of the syllabus.

Acing the art Answer Wri�ng and enhancing presenta�on skills.

Experience UPSC Mains Simulated Pa�ern.

Exhaus�ve feedback and organic upda�on to content

Deliverables

Tests

8 Comprehensive Tests (20 Qs each – 3 hours)

Model Answers with emphasis on UPSC word Limit

Test Discussion Videos

One to one Mentoring

Focus Areas

Tackle each and every part of the syllabus through ques�ons.

Value addi�on to each answer to add more marks to the paper .

Special emphasis on presenta�on skills.

Timely and Mul�-Layered Evalua�on within 7 days.

1 to 1 Mentorship with the subject exper�se.

Schedule

Test 1 Complete GS 1 Syllabus

Date 20 Oct 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 1


Date 29 Oct 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 2


Date 7 Nov 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 3


Date 16 Nov 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 4


Date 29 Nov 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 1


Date 8 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 2


Date 17 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 3


Date 26 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 4

SANGHARSH

Yesterday I dared to struggle. Today I dare to win……

UPSC needs perfec�on, but that perfec�on would come only from a good amount of struggle. Struggle to keep yourself mo�vated every single day so that you work harder than yesterday. Sangharsh Test series programme has been designed keeping in mind the need of students who want to achieve the milestone but are struggling to ignite themselves. The program has been designed to help you coop with this challenge and provide you with an easy start and then take you to the real compe��on.

Course Objec�ves

Ignite the Answer wri�ng cycle.

Comprehensive coverage of all important topics.

Revision of the areas that UPSC has asked.

Acing the art of Answer Wri�ng.

Content upda�on and improving presenta�on skills.

Experience UPSC Mains Simulated Pa�ern.

Deliverables

Tests

8 Half-Length Tests (10 Qs each – 1.5 Hrs.)

4 Comprehensive Tests (20 Qs each - 3 Hrs.)

Model Answers with emphasis on UPSC word Limit

Test Discussion Videos

One to one Mentoring

Focus Areas

A�ending tests and starting the cycle of answer wri�ng.

Cover important areas for Mains Prepara�on.

Timely and Mul�-Layered Evalua�on within 7 days.

1 to 1 Mentorship with the subject exper�se.

Schedule


Date 20 Oct 2021

Type Half-Length Tests

Topic GS 1


Date 27 Oct 2021


Topic GS 2


Date 3 Nov 2021


Topic GS 3


Date 10 Nov 2021


Topic GS 4


Date 20 Nov 2021


Topic GS 1


Date 27 Nov 2021


Topic GS 2


Date 4 Dec 2021


Topic GS 3


Date 11 Dec 2021


Topic GS 4


Date 25 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 1


Date 25 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 2


Date 26 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 3


Date 26 Dec 2021

Type Comprehensive

Topic GS 4

FAQs:

1. How can I Enroll in the program?

You may enrol directly into the program by visi�ng our website:h�ps://www.levelupias.com

Or you may enrol through the physical process by visi�ng the ins�tute Monday to Sunday

between 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. For any other assistance, you may call the admin (Office) at

+918826486658 or the test series coordinator at +918279812272.

2. What is the fee of the program? Can I pay in instalments?

The fees for each program have been given on the website. In detail, the fees are as follows:

Samridhi: ₹ 12500 + GST

Sangharsh: ₹ 8500 + GST

Sankalp: ₹ 8500 + GST

Provision of instalments is a subjec�ve decision that the ins�tute will take on a case to case

basis.

3. When can I write the tests?

You may write the test any�me you want in between your enrollment date and commence

of the Mains Examina�on 2021.

You may take the test booklet and write it at your convenience and submit it to the office or

enquire about the test series slot �ming to write it at the centre.

4. Can I write only on the dates given?

No, you may write the tests on any given day (can’t pre-pone the exams, but any day a�er

its scheduled date). The exam dates are planned and fixed as the subject load to be asked in

that test. Following the schedule will benefit all students as it will ensure disciplined and

�mely comple�on of the syllabus.

5. When can I expect the evaluated copy?

You will be provided with the evaluated copies within 7 days of you submi�ng them.

For more assistance in the evalua�on process, you may call the Test Series coordinator at

+91-8279812272.

6. Is it mandatory to write the test as per the exam schedule?

No, it is not mandatory for students to write the exam as per the schedule. They may

a�empt them at their convenience. However, it is expected that they should follow the

planned schedule to complete and revise the full syllabus mul�ple �mes.

7. How can I fix a slot for mentoring?

You can fix a slot for mentoring by booking an appointment through the Test series

coordinator. All teachers are in constant communica�on with the students.

8. Is mentoring necessary? What if I don’t take it?

Yes, mentoring is an essen�al part of the daily growth of any prepara�on cycle and so for

the test series as well. What you write, how much you have improved, your subjec�ve issue

and concern, and the areas where you can excel more are a few things that are part of

mentoring sessions. Moreover, the Mentor, who has seen UPSC from close quarters, will aid

in your prepara�on by being the “shock absorber system”.

If you don’t take it, you can s�ll go ahead; the only thing would be the �me-consuming

process. Guidance and handholding are two essen�al a�ributes of learning.

9. Whom do I call for anything related to the test series?

You can call the test series coordinator at +91-8279812272 for any issues related to the test

series. We are also reachable on the office numbers:+91-8826486658, +91-8826496658 and

also on telegram and dedicated WhatsApp group.

10. Can I come to the centre to write the exams?

Yes, you may come to the ins�tute to write your exams. A dedicated T est room has been

provided with �me windows to simulate the UPSC Exam.

11. Can I write at home and submit the answers at the centre?

Yes, you may write the papers at home and submit them to the centre. We will evaluate

and get them to you.

12. How can I contact the respec�ve teacher for clearing my doubts?

All teachers are student-friendly and are reachable on their respec�ve phone numbers. We

will share the number of the respec�ve faculty for your convenience. The test Coordinator

is another route through which you may reach the dedicated faculty.

13. When am I expected to get the discussion videos?

You will get the discussion videos as soon as you write the exam. We will also provide you

with the Model answers so that you learn more and more and your prepara�on progresses

uninterrupted.

14. Can I get all the discussion videos/ Question and Answer sheets at once?

Yes, you can get the ques�on paper and model answers at once. It’s advisable to a�end to

the discussion only a�er you are done wri�ng the exam.

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