{"id":15624,"date":"2023-11-10T06:13:39","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T06:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=15624"},"modified":"2023-11-10T06:13:41","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T06:13:41","slug":"centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Centralized drug procurement &#8211; UPSC Daily Editorial Analysis &#8211; 23rd October 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=CSAT+Test+Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPSC CSAT Test Series<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Centralized drug procurement is a contentious issue that demands a nuanced editorial analysis. On the one hand, proponents argue that a centralized approach can streamline the drug supply chain, leading to cost savings, efficient distribution, and better negotiation power with pharmaceutical companies. This could potentially result in increased accessibility to essential medicines, especially in resource-constrained regions. However, critics raise concerns about the potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies, delays in procurement processes, and a one-size-fits-all approach that may not cater to the diverse healthcare needs of different regions. Striking a balance between centralized procurement and the flexibility required for local healthcare systems is crucial. The editorial should delve into the experiences of countries that have adopted centralized drug procurement, weighing the benefits against the challenges to provide a comprehensive understanding of this complex issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag<\/strong>: GS Paper \u2013 2: Health; Government Policies &amp; Interventions.&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3d203889e5\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Exam_View\" title=\"Exam View:\">Exam View:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Context\" title=\"Context:\">Context:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Decoding_the_editorial_Pooled_buyer_model_for_drug_procurement\" title=\"Decoding the editorial: Pooled buyer model for drug procurement&nbsp;\">Decoding the editorial: Pooled buyer model for drug procurement&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Issues_with_drug_procurement_in_India\" title=\"Issues with drug procurement in India&nbsp;\">Issues with drug procurement in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Price_inefficiency\" title=\"Price inefficiency:&nbsp;\">Price inefficiency:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Inconsistent_coverage\" title=\"Inconsistent coverage:&nbsp;\">Inconsistent coverage:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Quality_concerns\" title=\"Quality concerns:&nbsp;\">Quality concerns:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Stock-outs\" title=\"Stock-outs:&nbsp;\">Stock-outs:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Success_of_pooled_procurement_in_India\" title=\"Success of pooled procurement in India&nbsp;\">Success of pooled procurement in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Price_efficiency\" title=\"Price efficiency:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Price efficiency:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#The_issue_of_better_quality\" title=\"The issue of better quality:&nbsp;\">The issue of better quality:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#1_What_is_centralized_drug_procurement\" title=\"1. What is centralized drug procurement?\">1. What is centralized drug procurement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#2_What_are_the_potential_benefits_of_centralized_drug_procurement\" title=\"2. What are the potential benefits of centralized drug procurement?\">2. What are the potential benefits of centralized drug procurement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#3_How_does_centralized_drug_procurement_impact_healthcare_accessibility\" title=\"3. How does centralized drug procurement impact healthcare accessibility?\">3. How does centralized drug procurement impact healthcare accessibility?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#4_What_are_the_challenges_associated_with_centralized_drug_procurement\" title=\"4. What are the challenges associated with centralized drug procurement?\">4. What are the challenges associated with centralized drug procurement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#5_Are_there_examples_of_countries_successfully_implementing_centralized_drug_procurement\" title=\"5. Are there examples of countries successfully implementing centralized drug procurement?\">5. Are there examples of countries successfully implementing centralized drug procurement?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/centralized-drug-procurement-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-23rd-october-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211; here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211; here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_View\"><\/span><strong>Exam View<\/strong>: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pooled buyer model for drug procurement; Issues with drug procurement in India; Success of pooled procurement in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Context\"><\/span><strong>Context<\/strong>: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pooled procurement by the central government when it comes to drug procurement can revolutionise the health-care system in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_the_editorial_Pooled_buyer_model_for_drug_procurement\"><\/span><strong>Decoding the editorial: Pooled buyer model for drug procurement<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pooled procurement, also known as collective procurement or group purchasing, refers to a procurement strategy in which multiple organisations, typically from the public or private sector, come together to jointly purchase goods or services.&nbsp;<\/li><li>A recent paper, \u201c<strong>A National Cancer Grid pooled procurement initiative, India<\/strong>\u201d, demonstrates the viability of such a model.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Group negotiation, uniform contracts, and, finally, purchases by hospitals associated with the National Cancer Grid for 40 drugs resulted in savings of \u20b913.2 billion.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Without pooled procurement, the cost would have been \u20b915.6 billion, with savings ranging from between 23% to 99%.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This study reveals the advantages of group negotiation in pooled procurement for high-value medicines.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Issues_with_drug_procurement_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Issues with drug procurement in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price_inefficiency\"><\/span><strong>Price inefficiency:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Central Government chooses to ignore the pooled buyer model when it comes to schemes such as the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (PMJAY) and the Employees\u2019 State Insurance Scheme (ESI).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This means that each government authority or hospital has to negotiate with suppliers individually, resulting in <strong>higher prices, lower quality and stock-outs<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Corporate hospital chains follow the pooled procurement model.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>For years on end, they have conducted direct negotiations with pharmaceutical companies, and availed of significant discounts.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inconsistent_coverage\"><\/span><strong>Inconsistent coverage:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The <strong>government is not consistent in how it covers different categories of beneficiaries under the CGHS, ESI and PMJAY<\/strong>. The same procedure, for example, might be available in one scheme, but not the other.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quality_concerns\"><\/span><strong>Quality concerns:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>With every authority or hospital fending for itself, there is a lack of centralised quality control.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stock-outs\"><\/span><strong>Stock-outs:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Since there is no centralised pool of resources, lack of inventory in one hospital could lead to its stock-out.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Inventory stock-outs can be a nightmare with large scale loss of lives.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many countries and international organisations (including McDonald\u2019s) have shown that a pooled buyer model for drug procurement addresses many such issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"188\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-139.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13458 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/188;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"188\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-140.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13459 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/188;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Success_of_pooled_procurement_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Success of pooled procurement in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>When the government (through the National Aids Control Organization) procures male contraceptives, it invites tenders from private manufacturers and then offers to buy from all those who are willing to match the lowest price.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>HLL Lifecare Ltd., a public sector unit (PSU), with the highest manufacturing capacity in India, provides a benchmark price.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>All the bidders know that if they are not competitive on price, the government will just procure all its requirements from HLL and they will be left with unused manufacturing capacity, and as a result, face huge fixed costs and overheads.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The government can follow the pooled buyer model for most of the drugs it procures.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price_efficiency\"><\/span><strong>Price efficiency:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It has many pharma PSUs that can provide benchmark prices and also ensure that the government has leverage.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Such leverage ensures that the government is not forced to buy from private manufacturers, given that there is competition from PSUs which can make supplies at a competitive price.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_issue_of_better_quality\"><\/span><strong>The issue of better quality:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Buyers\u2019 clubs can ensure better quality by having the supplies tested independently rather than having to rely on the drug regulator to ensure quality.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Centralised procurement, or pooled procurement, is a simple yet powerful idea that has the power and the potential to reduce costs, ensure better deployment of funds in other areas related to health care, and ensure availability of life-saving drugs in this country.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/centralised-procurement-as-a-powerful-health-idea\/article67431051.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_centralized_drug_procurement\"><\/span><strong>1. What is centralized drug procurement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Centralized drug procurement refers to a system where a single authority or agency, usually at the national or regional level, is responsible for acquiring pharmaceuticals on behalf of multiple healthcare entities. This approach is aimed at optimizing the drug supply chain and achieving cost-effective and efficient procurement processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_are_the_potential_benefits_of_centralized_drug_procurement\"><\/span><strong>2. What are the potential benefits of centralized drug procurement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Centralized drug procurement offers several advantages, including cost savings through bulk purchasing, increased negotiation power with pharmaceutical companies, streamlined distribution, and improved inventory management. It can also enhance transparency and accountability in the procurement process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_does_centralized_drug_procurement_impact_healthcare_accessibility\"><\/span><strong>3. How does centralized drug procurement impact healthcare accessibility?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Proponents argue that centralized procurement can enhance accessibility by ensuring a more equitable distribution of medicines. By consolidating purchasing power, the central authority can negotiate better prices, making essential drugs more affordable and available, particularly in underserved or economically challenged regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_are_the_challenges_associated_with_centralized_drug_procurement\"><\/span><strong>4. What are the challenges associated with centralized drug procurement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Challenges include potential bureaucratic inefficiencies, delays in procurement processes, and the risk of a one-size-fits-all approach that may not address the unique healthcare needs of different regions. Additionally, adaptability to local contexts and unforeseen market dynamics can be compromised in a centralized system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Are_there_examples_of_countries_successfully_implementing_centralized_drug_procurement\"><\/span><strong>5. Are there examples of countries successfully implementing centralized drug procurement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Yes, several countries have successfully adopted centralized drug procurement models. For instance, countries like Sweden, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand have demonstrated positive outcomes in terms of cost savings, improved efficiency, and increased access to essential medicines. However, the success of centralized procurement depends on the specific healthcare context and effective implementation strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. Learn through Videos &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3vOD8sU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a><\/li><li>2. 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