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GS1
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1. Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
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2. Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues.
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5. History of the world will include events from the 18th century such as Industrial revolution, World wars, Redrawal of national boundaries, Colonization, Decolonization, Political philosophies like Communism, Capitalism, Socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society.
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7. Role of women and women’s organizations, Population and associated issues, Poverty and developmental issues, Urbanization, their problems and their remedies.
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10.2. Introduction to Maps
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GS2
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6. Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary; Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity.
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10. Government Policies and Interventions for Development in Various Sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation.
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12. Welfare schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the Population by the Centre and States and the Performance of these schemes; Mechanisms, Laws, Institutions and Bodies constituted for the Protection and Betterment of these Vulnerable Sections.
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13. Issues relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
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14. Issues relating to Poverty and Hunger.
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16. Role of Civil Services in a Democracy
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GS3
2. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
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4. Major crops – cropping patterns in various parts of the country, different types of irrigation and irrigation systems – storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.
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5. Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing.
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6. Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management.
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11. Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life.
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12. Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
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13. Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.
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16. Linkages between development and spread of extremism.
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19. Security challenges and their management in border areas; -linkages of organized crime with terrorism.
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GS3: ENVIRONMENT
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viii. Significance of Architecture 

Physical Importance 

  • Style of Building: The design and structure of buildings are heavily influenced by local climate and environmental conditions, ensuring they are well-suited to the surroundings.
  • Materials: The materials used in construction are determined by what is locally available and the cultural and societal values of the community.
  • Mood: The architectural design plays a crucial role in influencing the health, mood, and productivity of the occupants, creating environments that enhance well-being and efficiency.
  • Architectural Evolution: Various eras and styles, from rock-cut to Indo-Islamic to colonial architecture.

Social Importance

  • Societal Representation: Architecture reflects values and the rise and fall of civilizations. 
  • Social Insight: Buildings provide insight into the lives of past inhabitants. 
  • Cultural Significance: Architecture is a part of our culture and shapes our environment. 
  • Disciplinary Nature: Architecture is a distinct discipline. 
  • Conservation: Architecture preserves cultural and historic values. For example, the building material used in mosques is characteristic of Islamic architecture, which is distinct from that of temples
  • Time Logs: Building materials act as records of artistic and construction evolution.

Political Importance

Politics and architecture have always had a symbiotic relationship with each other.

  • Power Dynamics: Power play through architecture is not limited to only legislative buildings. For example: to assert their power on Hindu population, Islamic rulers builds mosque to show symbol of Islam.
  • Economic Prosperity: Monuments like the Taj Mahal symbolize the economic wellbeing of a state. 
  • Tourism Revenue: Preserved architecture attracts tourism, generating economic income. 
  • Local Employment: Building ornamentation provides employment and fosters artistic talent.
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