{"id":36267,"date":"2024-03-30T09:40:03","date_gmt":"2024-03-30T09:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=36267"},"modified":"2024-03-30T09:40:04","modified_gmt":"2024-03-30T09:40:04","slug":"public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in Swachh Bharat and Affordable Housing &#8211; UPSC Economy Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-economy?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Blog+Economy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) have emerged as a pivotal strategy in India&#8217;s ambitious initiatives such as Swachh Bharat and Affordable Housing. These partnerships epitomize collaborative efforts between the government and private sector entities, harnessing their respective strengths to address pressing social challenges. In the context of Swachh Bharat, PPPs play a crucial role in improving sanitation infrastructure, waste management systems, and promoting hygiene practices across the nation. Similarly, in the domain of Affordable Housing, PPPs facilitate the development of cost-effective housing solutions by leveraging private sector expertise, innovation, and resources while aligning with government policies and objectives. These partnerships not only enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of public service delivery but also foster sustainable development and inclusive growth, thereby advancing the overarching goals of cleanliness and housing for all in India.<\/p>\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-69d3089005bdc\" 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\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg 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Partnerships (PPPs) in Swachh Bharat and Affordable Housing:<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Government_Policies_and_PPP_in_Affordable_Housing\" title=\"Government Policies and PPP in Affordable Housing:\">Government Policies and PPP in Affordable Housing:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Regulatory_Authority_RERA\" title=\"Regulatory Authority (RERA):\">Regulatory Authority (RERA):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Financial_Factors\" title=\"Financial Factors:\">Financial Factors:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Challenges\" title=\"Challenges:\">Challenges:<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Government_Initiatives\" title=\"Government Initiatives:\">Government Initiatives:<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#PPP_Policy_for_Affordable_Housing\" title=\"PPP Policy for Affordable Housing:\">PPP Policy for Affordable Housing:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Infrastructure_Status_for_Affordable_Housing\" title=\"Infrastructure Status for Affordable Housing:\">Infrastructure Status for Affordable Housing:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Government_Initiatives-2\" title=\"Government Initiatives:\">Government Initiatives:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Benefits_of_Infrastructure_Status\" title=\"Benefits of Infrastructure Status:\">Benefits of Infrastructure Status:<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Objective\" title=\"Objective:\">Objective:<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Q_What_are_Public-Private_Partnerships_PPPs_in_the_context_of_Swachh_Bharat\" title=\"Q: What are Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the context of Swachh Bharat?\">Q: What are Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the context of Swachh Bharat?<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Q_How_do_PPPs_contribute_to_Swachh_Bharat_initiatives\" title=\"Q: How do PPPs contribute to Swachh Bharat initiatives?\">Q: How do PPPs contribute to Swachh Bharat initiatives?<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Q_What_are_Public-Private_Partnerships_PPPs_in_the_realm_of_Affordable_Housing\" title=\"Q: What are Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the realm of Affordable Housing?\">Q: What are Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the realm of Affordable Housing?<\/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\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Q_How_do_PPPs_address_affordable_housing_challenges\" title=\"Q: How do PPPs address affordable housing challenges?\">Q: How do PPPs address affordable housing challenges?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/public-private-partnerships-ppps-in-swachh-bharat-and-affordable-housing-upsc-economy-notes\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Public-Private_Partnerships_PPPs_in_Swachh_Bharat_and_Affordable_Housing\"><\/span><strong>Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in Swachh Bharat and Affordable Housing:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (SBA):<\/strong><ul><li>Launched in 2014, SBA aims to eliminate open defecation, construct household-owned and community-owned toilets, and establish monitoring mechanisms for toilet use.<\/li><li>Objective: Achieving an Open-Defecation Free (ODF) India by October 2, 2019.<\/li><li>Components:<ul><li>Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Gramin): Operates under the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation.<\/li><li>Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Urban): Operates under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Involvement of CSR and PPP: Swachh Bharat is a significant aspect of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and PPP. Government commitments to providing access to safe drinking water, toilets, and hygiene facilities require funds and quality interventions, making PPP frameworks crucial. Waste-to-energy projects can also be implemented through PPP models.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Affordable Housing:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Challenges Addressed:<\/strong><ul><li>Lack of land and high construction costs.<\/li><li>Unfavorable tax environment.<\/li><li>Lack of incentives for affordable housing development.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Government Initiatives:<\/strong><ul><li>Housing for All by 2022: Announced in 2015, this scheme aims to build eco-friendly affordable houses in selected cities and towns for the urban poor.<\/li><li>Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme: Provides interest subsidies for beneficiaries under PM Awas Yojana.<\/li><li>Infrastructure Status: Affordable housing was granted infrastructure status in the 2017-18 Union Budget, enabling developers to access cheaper funding sources.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Size Criteria for Affordable Housing:<\/strong><ul><li>Metro areas: Up to 30 square meters on the carpet.<\/li><li>Non-metro areas: Up to 60 square meters on the carpet.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS):<\/strong><ul><li>Introduced for the middle-income group to provide subsidies.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In summary, PPPs play a crucial role in the success of Swachh Bharat initiatives, addressing sanitation and waste management. Additionally, affordable housing benefits from PPP models, supported by government schemes and incentives. These collaborations contribute to the broader goals of cleanliness, sanitation, and housing for the nation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Policies_and_PPP_in_Affordable_Housing\"><\/span><strong>Government Policies and PPP in Affordable Housing:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulatory_Authority_RERA\"><\/span><strong>Regulatory Authority (RERA):<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Impact:<\/strong> Instills buyer confidence by regulating the real estate sector.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Financial_Factors\"><\/span><strong>Financial Factors:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Availability of Cheap Finance:<\/strong> Drives demand for affordable housing.<\/li><li><strong>Refinance by National Housing Banks (NHBs):<\/strong> Provides additional financial support.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges\"><\/span><strong>Challenges:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Land Unlocking:<\/strong> Key challenge, requiring the release of non-essential lands held by large government bodies.<\/li><li><strong>Land Requirement:<\/strong> An estimated 57,392 acres needed to build 2 crore homes.<\/li><li><strong>Housing Shortage:<\/strong> Estimated at 1.9 crore units.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Government Initiatives:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Investment:<\/strong> $1.3 trillion investment planned over seven years to address the housing shortage.<\/li><li><strong>Policy Support:<\/strong> Financial and policy thrust, regulatory backing, rising urbanization, and increased affordability create a commercially viable opportunity.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PPP_Policy_for_Affordable_Housing\"><\/span><strong>PPP Policy for Affordable Housing:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Fill the gap in urban housing through PPP.<\/li><li><strong>Central Assistance:<\/strong> Up to \u20b92.50 lakh per house for private builders, even on private lands.<\/li><li><strong>PPP Options:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Government Land-based Subsidised Housing:<\/strong><ul><li>Developer designs, builds, and transfers housing units to the authority.<\/li><li>Public authority pays the developer based on predetermined milestones.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Mixed Development Cross-subsidised Housing:<\/strong><ul><li>Developer cross-subsidizes the project by developing high-end housing on part of the allotted land.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Annuity-based Subsidised Housing:<\/strong><ul><li>Public authority allots land and pays the developer in annuity payments (up to 10 years).<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Annuity cum Capital Grant-based Subsidised Housing:<\/strong><ul><li>Authority pays a significant proportion of the cost (40-50%) during the construction phase.<\/li><li>The remainder paid as an annuity (up to 10 years).<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Direct Relationship Ownership Housing:<\/strong><ul><li>Land allotted to the developer by the authority.<\/li><li>Beneficiaries pay directly to the private developer.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Direct Relationship Rental Housing:<\/strong><ul><li>Developer owns housing units and receives rent from beneficiaries.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Credit-Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) Approach:<\/strong><ul><li>Private developer provides land and develops the project.<\/li><li>Central government provides \u20b92.50 lakh interest subsidy per house under PMAY.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Affordable Housing Partnership (AHP) Approach:<\/strong><ul><li>Private developer provides land and develops the project.<\/li><li>Central government provides \u20b91.50 lakh assistance for each economically weaker section housing unit.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong> The PPP Policy for Affordable Housing provides a diverse range of options for private developers, aiming to address urban housing shortages through collaborative efforts. Financial support, regulatory frameworks, and innovative PPP models contribute to the success of affordable housing initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Infrastructure_Status_for_Affordable_Housing\"><\/span><strong>Infrastructure Status for Affordable Housing:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Initiatives-2\"><\/span><strong>Government Initiatives:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Announcement:<\/strong> In the 2017-18 Union Budget, the Government of India (GOI) granted infrastructure status to affordable housing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Infrastructure_Status\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Infrastructure Status:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tax and Subsidy Incentives:<\/strong> Builders become eligible for government tax and subsidy incentives.<\/li><li><strong>Institutional Funding:<\/strong> Access to institutional funding at affordable rates for low-cost homes.<\/li><li><strong>Insurance Company Funding:<\/strong> Facilitates funding through insurance companies for long-term projects.<\/li><li><strong>Higher ECB Limit:<\/strong> Enables a higher limit on External Commercial Borrowings (ECB), making credit more affordable.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objective\"><\/span><strong>Objective:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Facilitation:<\/strong> Aims to facilitate higher investment in the affordable housing sector.<\/li><li><strong>Government&#8217;s Goal:<\/strong> Supports the government&#8217;s ambitious goal of achieving Housing for All.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong> Granting infrastructure status to affordable housing aligns with the government&#8217;s broader objective of providing accessible housing to all citizens. The associated benefits aim to encourage builders and investors to contribute actively to the fulfillment of Housing for All targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_Public-Private_Partnerships_PPPs_in_the_context_of_Swachh_Bharat\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What are Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the context of Swachh Bharat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PPPs in Swachh Bharat involve collaborations between government bodies and private sector entities to improve sanitation infrastructure, waste management systems, and promote cleanliness and hygiene in urban and rural areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_do_PPPs_contribute_to_Swachh_Bharat_initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Q: How do PPPs contribute to Swachh Bharat initiatives?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PPPs bring in private sector expertise, technology, and funding to supplement government efforts in building toilets, waste treatment plants, solid waste management systems, and promoting behavior change through awareness campaigns, thereby accelerating progress towards Swachh Bharat goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_Public-Private_Partnerships_PPPs_in_the_realm_of_Affordable_Housing\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What are Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the realm of Affordable Housing?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PPPs in Affordable Housing involve collaborations between government entities and private sector developers to address housing shortages, provide affordable housing solutions, and improve housing accessibility for low and middle-income individuals and families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_do_PPPs_address_affordable_housing_challenges\"><\/span>Q: <strong>How do PPPs address affordable housing challenges?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PPPs facilitate the development of affordable housing projects through land subsidies, regulatory incentives, tax breaks, and financial assistance to private developers, enabling the construction of affordable housing units while ensuring viability and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_examples_of_PPP_initiatives_in_Affordable_Housing\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What are some examples of PPP initiatives in Affordable Housing?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Examples include joint ventures between government housing boards and private developers for constructing affordable housing complexes, subsidized housing schemes, rental housing projects, and redevelopment of slum areas into affordable housing clusters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 781\/182;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-c6ab63ae-7083-4831-b519-cb89dacafb18\"><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 id=\"block-52c5a91b-6ed6-46e3-b781-7cc0c63a0b76\">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 id=\"block-d014fe86-d628-49d8-82ce-6c60dc6e7a73\">For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-38177954-e668-4d8d-b250-d0fbd5a09390\">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\" id=\"block-49ca2fe3-109f-4a88-b72e-9df49c3d328e\"><li>1. 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