A thoughtful conversation on freedom, liberty, and independence—what they mean in everyday life, where their boundaries lie, and how they shape human expression and the world we build together. Freedom is more than a slogan. It’s the quiet spark behind creativity, dignity, and social progress—whether you’re in a studio, a classroom, or a public office. …
Download the official PDFs released by UPSC for Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2025 — GS I–IV, Essay, Optional subjects, and Compulsory language papers. General Studies (GS) – Official PDFs General Studies Paper – I (1.75 MB) General Studies Paper – II (2.36 MB) General Studies Paper – III (2.72 MB) General Studies Paper – IV …
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For aspiring civil servants, understanding the profound concepts of Truth and Justice is not just an academic exercise—it’s a critical component for excelling in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, particularly in UPSC Essay and GS-4 Ethics papers. These papers demand not only theoretical knowledge but also the ability to apply these values in real-world scenarios, …
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Anecdote: In the historic town of Thanjavur, once a Chola capital and cradle of Tamil culture, Mani Maran, a quiet archivist and teacher, is scripting a renaissance. Alarmed by how fast the ability to read Suvadiyiyal (traditional Tamil script on palm leaves) was fading, he turned his modest home into a classroom. Every evening, his …
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Insights Weekly Essay Challenges 2024 – Week 182 2 June 2024 Write an essay on the following topic in not more than 1000-1200 words: “Escape Competition Through Authenticity.” Essay Perspectives by DK Balaji Sir on the topic : Escape Competition Through Authenticity Join InsightsIAS Official Telegram Channel for Daily Guidance and Motivation …
Insights Weekly Essay Challenges 2019 – Week 19 Archives 19 May 2019 Write an essay on the following topic in not more than 1000-1200 words: First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win
Insights Weekly Essay Challenges 2016 – Week 05 Archives 31 January 2016 Write an essay on the following topic in not more than 1000-1200 words: “Can Capitalism bring Inclusive Growth?” (CSM – 2015)
Balaji (Read his story Here) got 70 marks in his Essay paper in his first Mains (first attempt). In his second attempt, after writing many essays before the exam, he has got 138 marks. He has doubled his marks through rigorous practice. Essay plays an important role in deciding one’s rank. Please practice essay regularly. …
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Insights Weekly Essay Challenge – Week 24 21 June 2015 ARCHIVES Write an essay on the following topic in not more than 1000-1200 words: “Problem of Food Wastage in India – Magnitude, Causes and Remedies” Reference Reference Reference Reference
ARCHIVES 24 August 2014 Write an Essay on the following topic in not more than 1500 words Preparedeness of Our Society For India’s Global Leadership Role (Those who are preparing for 2015 can give a try! Others are writing Prelims now!)
ARCHIVES 13 July 2014 Write an essay on the each of the following topics in about 1500 words Scientific Research and Development and the Role of the Government (Reference) Crimes Against Women in India (Reference-1, Reference-2, Reference-3)
Write an essay on each of the following topics in not more than 1500 words 1.Should the World Get Rid of all Forms of Nuclear Energy? Critically Comment. 2.”Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.” -Leo Tolstoy
