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UPSC History

History plays a pivotal role in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, contributing to a significant portion of the questions in both the Prelims Exam and the GS 1 Mains Exam. This module is designed to provide a thorough understanding of historical events, developments, and concepts, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for success in the UPSC exams.

Key Features of the Course:

Comprehensive Syllabus Coverage:
- Extensive coverage of the UPSC History syllabus, addressing key periods, events, and themes to equip candidates for both Prelims and Mains examinations.
Modular Approach:
- The course adopts a modular approach, breaking down the vast historical syllabus into manageable units. Each module is crafted to delve into specific topics, providing a structured and effective learning experience.
Advanced Sessions:
- Exploration of advanced historical concepts through specialized sessions, allowing candidates to gain a deeper understanding beyond the basic requirements of the exam.
Happy Hours - Fun Saturday Sessions:
- Engaging and interactive "Happy Hours" sessions on Saturdays, injecting an element of enjoyment into the learning process. These sessions are designed to make the study routine both fun and effective.
Regular Tests and Solutions:
- Periodic assessments to enable candidates to evaluate their preparation levels. Detailed solutions are provided to facilitate better comprehension and improvement.
Solved PYQ Booklet (PDF):
- Access to a comprehensive booklet containing solved Previous Year Questions (PYQs) to familiarize candidates with the exam pattern and provide insights into effective answering techniques.

Please NOTE - Happy Hours, Class Synopsis & LIVE Classes are NOT valid on the Self-Study Program!

50+

Live Classes

4

Mains Tests

3

Prelims Tests

50+

Class Notes

Key Features of the Course:

Comprehensive Syllabus Coverage:
- Extensive coverage of the UPSC History syllabus, addressing key periods, events, and themes to equip candidates for both Prelims and Mains examinations.
Modular Approach:
- The course adopts a modular approach, breaking down the vast historical syllabus into manageable units. Each module is crafted to delve into specific topics, providing a structured and effective learning experience.
Advanced Sessions:
- Exploration of advanced historical concepts through specialized sessions, allowing candidates to gain a deeper understanding beyond the basic requirements of the exam.
Happy Hours - Fun Saturday Sessions:
- Engaging and interactive "Happy Hours" sessions on Saturdays, injecting an element of enjoyment into the learning process. These sessions are designed to make the study routine both fun and effective.
Regular Tests and Solutions:
- Periodic assessments to enable candidates to evaluate their preparation levels. Detailed solutions are provided to facilitate better comprehension and improvement.
Solved PYQ Booklet (PDF):
- Access to a comprehensive booklet containing solved Previous Year Questions (PYQs) to familiarize candidates with the exam pattern and provide insights into effective answering techniques.

Please NOTE - Happy Hours, Class Synopsis & LIVE Classes are NOT valid on the Self-Study Program!

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42+ Live Foundation Classes
13+ Live Advanced Classes
Class Notes for each class
3 Prelims Sectional Tests
4 Mains Sectional Tests
Model Answers and Evaluation on Korrecto for each Mains Test
Daily MCQs

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UPSC History - Self Study

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UPSC Mains History Solved PYQs

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UPSC Prelims Bullets - History

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Syllabus

UPSC Prelims History Syllabus 2024

Ancient Indian History

Sources of Ancient History
Prehistoric Period
Indus Valley Civilization: Phases, Town Planning, Society, Culture, Religious Practices, etc.
Pastoral and farming society
Vedic society & Vedic texts
Vedic Society Religion, Varna system, etc.
State Formation & urbanization (from the Mahajanapadas to the Nandas)
Buddhism and Jainism
The Mauryan Empire
Asoka, his inscriptions, administration, etc.
Post-Mauryan India (BC 200- AD 300)
The Satavahanas
State formation in Peninsular India
The Sangam Age & Sangam Literature
Indo-Greeks, Sakas, Parthians, Kushans, Kanishka-Contacts with the outer world.
Bhagavatism, Saivism, Mahayana Buddhism and Hinayana, Jainism, and Culture and art.
The Guptas
Literature Science, Arts, Economy, and society - Modification in the political organization of the empire.

Medieval Indian History

Early Medieval India.
Major dynasties
Political and Agrarian organizations
Status of women & social mobility
Arabs in Sind and the Ghaznavids.
Cultural trends
Significance of temples & monastic Institutions
Sankaracharya, Islam & Sufism.
Art and architecture
Literature and Science
13th and 14th Centuries (Ghorian invasions, Delhi Sultanate, Aladdin Khalji, Muhammad Tughlug, Firuz Tughluq, decline of the Delhi Sultanate)
Development of urbanization and commerce
Spiritual movement- Hinduism and Islam
Literature, Architecture, Technological changes
The 15th and early 16th Century including Vijayanagara Empire
Monotheistic movements: Kabir; Guru Nanak, and Sikhism; Bhakti.
Spread of regional literature
The Mughal Empire
Economy: state of affairs of peasants and artisans, escalation in trade, trade with Europe, social stratification.
Decline of the Mughal Empire
Maratha power under the Peshwas
The Afghans
Regional states
Most important components of composite culture.
Rise of the Urdu language.

Modern Indian History

British Extension
Carnatic Wars
Invasion of Bengal
Mysore and its confrontation to British expansion:
Anglo-Maratha Wars
Regulating and Pitt’s India Acts
Early composition of the British Raj.
Economic Impact of the British Raj
Land revenue Settlements (Zamindari, Ryotwari, Mahalwari)
Deindustrialization
Railways
Commercialization of agriculture
Increase of landless labor
Cultural & social changes
Western education & modern thoughts
Indian Renaissance
Religious and social reform movements
Social reform events before 1857
Development of the Indian middle class
Vernacular press act
Rise of modern literature in Indian languages
Early uprisings
The Revolt of 1857
Indian Freedom struggle
Growth of national consciousness
Creation of Associations
Establishment of the Indian National Congress
Swadeshi Movement
Economic Nationalism
Development of Extremism & split in Congress
Policy of Divide and Rule
Congress-League Pact of 1916
Separatist movements (Hindu Mahasabha & Muslim League)
Partition of India
Independence of India
Post-1945 developments
India after 1964

UPSC Mains History Syllabus 2024

Indian Heritage & Culture

Indian Paintings
Classical Dance Forms & Classical Music
Puppetry
Pottery, Drama/Theatre
Martial Arts
Ancient Indian Literature
Classical Sanskrit Literature
Literature in Pali and Prakrit
Early Dravidian Literature
Medieval Literature
Women Poets of Bhakti
Trends in Medieval Literature
Modern Indian Literature
Harappan Architecture
Temple Cave & Architecture
Indo-Islamic Architecture
Medieval and Modern Architecture
Contribution of Buddhism & Jainism to the Development of Indian Architecture
Rock Cut Architecture
Colonial Architecture & the Modern Period

Modern Indian History

Socio-economic Condition of People
European Penetration of India
British Conquest of India
British Policies & Their Impact – Economic, Administrative & Socio-cultural
Socio-cultural Reform Movements
Uprisings Against British Pre-1857

Freedom Struggle

Growth of Nationalism in India (1858-1905)
Revolt of 1857
Growth of Militant Nationalism & Revolutionary Activities (1905-1918)
Beginning of Mass Nationalism (1919-1939)
Towards Freedom & Partition (1939-1947)

Post-independence Consolidation

Partition & Reorganisation of States
Official Language & related Issues
Non-Aligned Movement
Foreign Policy
Agrarian Reforms, Land Reforms & Industrial Reforms
Popular Movements
Communalism & Naxalism
Indian Women Since Independence
Emergency: Crisis of Democratic Order
Other Economic and Social Issues post-independence

World History

Industrial Revolution, Capitalism, Colonialism & Imperialism
World War I
Russian Revolution
World Between the Two World Wars
Emergence of Soviet Union
Nationalist Movements in Asia & Africa
World War II
Post-World War II Effects
Decolonization
Redrawal of National Boundaries
Europe after World War II
Cold War
Korean War & Vietnam War
Cuban Crisis
Collapse of Soviet Union

Key Highlights

Class Synopsis

Complete Syllabus Coverage with Advanced Topics

Live Interactive Sessions with Recorded Videos

Prelims and Mains syllabus focused module wise preparation

About the Faculty

Shubhangi Sharma

With a distinguished B.A. (Hons) in History from Indraprastha College for Women, North Campus, University of Delhi, Shubhangi has proudly secured a...

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Uttam Verma

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Self Study

UPSC History - Self Study

Enquire about the UPSC GS History Modular Course

Free Resources

UPSC Mains History Solved PYQs

UPSC Prelims Bullets - History

Syllabus

UPSC Prelims History Syllabus 2024

Ancient Indian History

Medieval Indian History

Modern Indian History

UPSC Mains History Syllabus 2024

Indian Heritage & Culture

Modern Indian History

Freedom Struggle

Post-independence Consolidation

World History

Key Highlights

Class Synopsis

Complete Syllabus Coverage with Advanced Topics

Live Interactive Sessions with Recorded Videos

Prelims and Mains syllabus focused module wise preparation

About the Faculty

Shubhangi Sharma

Uttam Verma

Demo Class Videos

Related Tags

Enquire about the UPSC GS History Modular Course

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