After quite a few sessions with UPSC interview candidates, I have a few things to share. I am seeing some definitive patterns, some common mistakes students make across the board. …
UPSC Articles
-
-
BlogsSuccess Stories
The Growth of Chess in India and the Rise of Praggnanandhaa | Edukemy Blog
by Deb Tripathiby Deb TripathiChess is surging in India, with Praggnanandhaa leading the charge. Vishwanathan Anand’s legacy and digital platforms have fueled this rise.
-
BlogsSuccess Stories
UPSC success survey – as told by successful aspirants
by Deb Tripathiby Deb TripathiWhat is the secret sauce of UPSC’s success, its best practices? What do successful aspirants do best? How do they approach the exam?
-
Preparing for the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) examination is a rigorous and time-consuming process that demands dedication and strategic planning.
-
Blogs
L.C. King’s Slope Retreat Model (Backwasting Model) – UPSC Geography Optional
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamThe Slope Retreat Model of L.C. King is one of those topics in Geomorphology that UPSC loves to test because it sits right at the intersection of Davis, Penck, and …
-
If you’re preparing Geomorphology for UPSC Geography Optional, equilibrium theories are unavoidable. They are conceptually rich, frequently asked, and often compared with the Davisian cycle. Here’s a clear, exam-oriented breakdown …
-
Blogs
Coastal Landforms Explained for UPSC: Erosional & Depositional Features
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamCoastal landforms are an important part of Geomorphology in the UPSC syllabus. Questions on features like spits, tombolos, wave-cut platforms, sea caves and stacks have appeared earlier and remain highly …
-
Blogs
Fluvial Landforms Explained for UPSC: Complete Geomorphology Guide
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamFluvial landforms are among the most frequently asked topics in UPSC Geography (GS Paper 1). Questions appear in Prelims, Mains, and even in map-based MCQs. These landforms are created by …
-
Blogs
Godavari River System: Geography, Tributaries & Basin Analysis for UPSC
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamThe Godavari River is the largest river of Peninsular India and one of the most important river systems for UPSC Geography. Often called the “Dakshin Ganga” (Southern Ganga), the Godavari …
-
Blogs
Difference Between Peninsular Plateau, Deccan Plateau and Deccan Lava Plateau
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamOne of the most common Indian geography mapping confusions in UPSC is the difference between the Peninsular Plateau, the Deccan Plateau, and the Deccan Lava Plateau. These terms are often …
-
Blogs
Why Mumbai Floods Repeatedly: Geography, Tides and Climate Change
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamIn the last few days, Mumbai floods have once again dominated headlines. Local trains stopped, roads submerged, and large parts of the city almost came to a standstill. This isn’t …
-
The Persian Gulf region repeatedly appears in global news — whether due to the Iran–Israel conflict, rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, or concerns about disruptions in global oil …
-
Blogs
Keezhadi Excavation: Why It Matters for Indian History and the UPSC Narrative
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamThe Keezhadi excavation in Tamil Nadu, along the Vaigai River, has become much more than an archaeological discovery. It has sparked a nationwide historical debate, a political flashpoint, and a …
-
Blogs
Why Murshidabad & Malda Stayed With India: The Untold Geography Behind the Radcliffe Line
by Edukemy Teamby Edukemy TeamWhen we study UPSC Indian Geography or UPSC Partition of India, the discussion usually revolves around religion, communal tensions, and political decisions. But here’s the thing most aspirants miss: geography …
