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2. Diagrams can be inserted following any relevant point or paragraph.
3. It is always good to include sub-headings to answers sub-parts of the question and/or conclusion.
4. Every question must have an introduction in 2-3 lines where it is absolutely necessary to highlight the core concept involved, the scholar who has given that theory/concept and the name of the book where the concept first appeared. For example, to answer the question on industrial regions of India, it is important to mention about Weber’s Industrial Location Theory. This approach in Paper II serves two-fold purpose: (a) Make the examiner aware that you have a good knowledge of Paper I as well and (b) Saves time in answering the questions.
#6 Syllabus and Preparation
1. The First module of Paper-II (Physical Setting) is the largest and the most important one. All the sub-topics are very important and must be well read from standard books on Indian Geography like Majid Sir’s Book or D.R.Khullar’s book. One must focus on a causation relationship i.e. one must try to understand why a certain thing is like that.
2. Resources: This is a bit lengthy but it covers the GS syllabus as well. Hence it must be thoroughly read.
3. Agriculture: This is an important topic from UPSC perspective. There are one or two question invariably from agriculture and related topics. For conventional topics, I had followed Khullar and for current issues I had read Kurukshetra magazine.
4. Industry: Static topics must be read from standard books. Focus should be on maps and diagrams. As far as possible, try to link the concepts from Paper 1 with the answers on Indian Industry. Any contemporary developments must be read from Yojana, G&Y, PIB, Economic Survey, Budget etc.
5. Transport, Communication and Trade: Focus here should be on the curent developments. There are not much static to read. If there is any current development, one must read about it. Yojana, Kurukshetra, PIB (Transport Ministry related) and the website of the Transport Ministry will be very useful.
6. Cultural Setting: It is an important topic though very standard questions have been asked by UPSC from this section. Analysis of previous years papers with regard to this topic is quite helpful. Tribal regions, migration, population growth & distribution are important. Problems associated with these topics and possible solutions must be given importance while anwering.
7. Settlements: Very interesting and perhaps the easiest topic. The key is to draw maps/diagrams using three shades and write in points format. Answer in as simple language as possible, incorporating local examples from your regions.
8. Regional Development and Planning: To prepare this topic, one needs to go beyond the standard textbooks. Try to make notes from any available source. There should not be much focus on past programs’ details but what is happening in the present times and the measures taken to resolve the issue of regional disparities.
9. Political Aspects: GS Paper 2 takes care of this module. So do not read much from any book. Be aware of current happenings.
10. Contemporary Issues: Here too, your GS preparation will be enough. But you must read each sub-topics from this module to be sure that you are not missing any topic.
Conclusion:
The idea is to integrate your static, current and knowledge of Geography Paper I and incorporate maps and diagrams as much as possible. Introduction and conclusion is a must. Also, you can skip those topics which were asked in the immediate last year.
Geography optional seems very vast but if prepared in a logical and smart way, more than half of the syllabus can be easily learnt and dealt with. Besides, It will give you and edge in your GS papers (through maps and diagrams).
I hope this article will be useful for future aspirants. All the very best for your future endeavours.
Thank You,
Ravi Anand
Rank#79 (CSE-2017)
3. It is always good to include sub-headings to answers sub-parts of the question and/or conclusion.
4. Every question must have an introduction in 2-3 lines where it is absolutely necessary to highlight the core concept involved, the scholar who has given that theory/concept and the name of the book where the concept first appeared. For example, to answer the question on industrial regions of India, it is important to mention about Weber’s Industrial Location Theory. This approach in Paper II serves two-fold purpose: (a) Make the examiner aware that you have a good knowledge of Paper I as well and (b) Saves time in answering the questions.
#6 Syllabus and Preparation
1. The First module of Paper-II (Physical Setting) is the largest and the most important one. All the sub-topics are very important and must be well read from standard books on Indian Geography like Majid Sir’s Book or D.R.Khullar’s book. One must focus on a causation relationship i.e. one must try to understand why a certain thing is like that.
2. Resources: This is a bit lengthy but it covers the GS syllabus as well. Hence it must be thoroughly read.
3. Agriculture: This is an important topic from UPSC perspective. There are one or two question invariably from agriculture and related topics. For conventional topics, I had followed Khullar and for current issues I had read Kurukshetra magazine.
4. Industry: Static topics must be read from standard books. Focus should be on maps and diagrams. As far as possible, try to link the concepts from Paper 1 with the answers on Indian Industry. Any contemporary developments must be read from Yojana, G&Y, PIB, Economic Survey, Budget etc.
5. Transport, Communication and Trade: Focus here should be on the curent developments. There are not much static to read. If there is any current development, one must read about it. Yojana, Kurukshetra, PIB (Transport Ministry related) and the website of the Transport Ministry will be very useful.
6. Cultural Setting: It is an important topic though very standard questions have been asked by UPSC from this section. Analysis of previous years papers with regard to this topic is quite helpful. Tribal regions, migration, population growth & distribution are important. Problems associated with these topics and possible solutions must be given importance while anwering.
7. Settlements: Very interesting and perhaps the easiest topic. The key is to draw maps/diagrams using three shades and write in points format. Answer in as simple language as possible, incorporating local examples from your regions.
8. Regional Development and Planning: To prepare this topic, one needs to go beyond the standard textbooks. Try to make notes from any available source. There should not be much focus on past programs’ details but what is happening in the present times and the measures taken to resolve the issue of regional disparities.
9. Political Aspects: GS Paper 2 takes care of this module. So do not read much from any book. Be aware of current happenings.
10. Contemporary Issues: Here too, your GS preparation will be enough. But you must read each sub-topics from this module to be sure that you are not missing any topic.
Conclusion:
The idea is to integrate your static, current and knowledge of Geography Paper I and incorporate maps and diagrams as much as possible. Introduction and conclusion is a must. Also, you can skip those topics which were asked in the immediate last year.
Geography optional seems very vast but if prepared in a logical and smart way, more than half of the syllabus can be easily learnt and dealt with. Besides, It will give you and edge in your GS papers (through maps and diagrams).
I hope this article will be useful for future aspirants. All the very best for your future endeavours.
Thank You,
Ravi Anand
Rank#79 (CSE-2017)