Each topic in the second edition of How to master UPSC mains features ready-to-use introductions, designed to save you time.

Ethics Example:
Once Lal Bahadur Shastri was imprisoned but was granted a 15 day parol to visit his ailing daughter. His daughter died in the next 3 days, he performed her last rites and returned back to jail even though he had more than 10 days of parole left.

Application: Honesty, Integrity.

Creative note-making isn't just an art, it's a science of memory: the more imaginative your notes, the longer you'll retain what you learn.

यह किताब जल्द ही उपलब्ध होगी।

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Landslide Monitoring and Early Warning System by IIT Mandi

You can add this case study in landslide related answers. In 2nd edition, I have added few ready to use case studies like this.

Stats for Arctic Resources

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Ever wonder why it's so hard to catch corrupt bureaucrats? Chanakya's fish and water analogy explains it perfectly: Like a fish drinking water, they steal government funds without a trace.

Two important IR topics for UPSC CSE Mains 2025 -

1) Indus Water Treaty
2) Shimla Agreement

3D of Potential GDP

Instead of wasting time waiting for results, let’s proactively predict the topics on which questions may be asked in the UPSC Mains 2025.

First topic from my side:
India–USA Relations and the Trump Presidency.

Comment your prediction below 👇

I will compile the complete list of topics and post for everyone. Just do one thing, add the context / importance of each topic.

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📢 2nd Edition Update – Big Announcement! 📢

The book is now complete, and I’m thrilled to share what’s new! This edition is no longer just about mnemonics and short notes—it’s been significantly upgraded to help you master Mains like never before. 💪

🆕 What’s new in the 2nd Edition?
✅ PYQ Analysis Charts – Spot trends, decode patterns, and prepare smartly
✅ Ready-to-Use Introductions – No more blank-page syndrome!
✅ Success Stories & Case Studies – Use them in conclusions for a strong finish
✅ Diagrams, Maps & Flowcharts – UPSC-friendly visuals for crisp, impactful answers
✅ Innovative Examples (Ethics Paper) – Stand out with fresh, relevant illustrations
✅ Anatomy of a Good Answer – A detailed guide on how to write high-quality answers
✅ + One more surprise section – I’ll reveal it soon! 😉

🖨️ Printing starts very soon.
📦 Orders can be placed in the next 3–4 days.
💰 Price & other details will be shared shortly.

Thank you for your patience – this is more than a book; it’s your STRATEGIC AND VISUAL guide for UPSC Mains.

Stay tuned! ✨

Congratulations to all who cleared the prelims! 🎉🎉🎉 Start preparing for the mains now.

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A few things are hard to understand. Many who were scoring 90+ according to various answer keys could not make it. This suggests either the cutoff is on the higher side or UPSC's answer key has different answers.

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