Current Affairs - June 2024

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Telangana Current Affairs

New Government Schemes

The Telangana government has launched the "Rythu Bharosa" scheme to provide financial assistance to farmers. Under this scheme, each farmer will receive ₹10,000 per acre per year. The scheme aims to benefit over 60 lakh farmers in the state.

Recent Appointments

Ms. Anitha Sharma has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Telangana. She is the first woman to hold this position in the state. Previously, she served as the Principal Secretary of the Education Department.

National & International Affairs

G20 Summit Outcomes

The recent G20 summit focused on climate change, digital economy, and global health infrastructure. India's proposal for renewable energy targets was unanimously accepted by member nations.

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Group-I Services - Complete Scheme & Syllabus

Honours Degree Standard

Scheme of Examination

Complete examination pattern for Group-I Services

Preliminary Test (Objective Type)

  • Subject: General Studies & Mental Ability
  • Questions: 150
  • Duration: 2½ hours
  • Maximum Marks: 150
  • Purpose: Shortlisting for Main Examination

Written Examination (Main) - Conventional Type

  • Paper 0: General English (Qualifying Test) - 3 hours - 150 marks
  • Paper I: General Essay - 3 hours - 150 marks
  • Paper II: History, Culture and Geography - 3 hours - 150 marks
  • Paper III: Indian Society, Constitution and Governance - 3 hours - 150 marks
  • Paper IV: Economy and Development - 3 hours - 150 marks
  • Paper V: Science & Technology and Data Interpretation - 3 hours - 150 marks
  • Paper VI: Telangana Movement and State Formation - 3 hours - 150 marks
  • Total Main Marks: 900

Important Notes

  • Preliminary test is for shortlisting candidates for Main Examination
  • General English paper is qualifying (minimum qualifying marks required)
  • General English standard: S.S.C. level
  • All 6 papers in Main Examination are compulsory

Paper I: General Essay

Candidate should write three Essays, selecting one from each Section compulsorily

Section I

  • Contemporary Social Issues and Social Problems
  • Issues of Economic Growth and Justice

Section II

  • Dynamics of Indian Politics
  • Historical and Cultural Heritage of India

Section III

  • Developments in Science and Technology
  • Education and Human Resource Development

Marking Pattern

  • Each Essay carries 50 marks
  • Each section contains 3 questions
  • Select one question from each section
  • Total: 3 essays × 50 marks = 150 marks

Paper II: History, Culture and Geography

I. History and Culture of India (Modern Period: 1757-1947 AD)

  • Early Indian Civilizations: Indus and Vedic
  • Emergence of Religious Movements: Jainism and Buddhism
  • Indo-Greek Art and Architecture: Gandhara, Mathura, Amaravathi Schools
  • Social and Cultural conditions: Mauryan, Satavahanas, Guptas
  • Advent of Islam and impact on Indian Society
  • Nature and significance of Bhakti and Sufi Movements
  • Contribution of Kakatiya, Vijayanagara rulers to Language, Literature, Art, Architecture
  • Contribution of Delhi Sultans and Mughals
  • Emergence of Composite Culture in Deccan and India
  • Establishment of British Colonial Rule in India
  • Economic Impact of British Colonial Rule
  • Anti-British uprisings: Tribal and Peasant revolts
  • Causes and Consequences of 1857 revolt
  • Factors for rise of Indian Nationalism
  • Socio-Religious and Anti-Caste Movements
  • Three Phases of Indian Freedom Struggle (1885-1947)

II. History and Cultural Heritage of Telangana

  • Ancient Telangana: Satavahanas, Ikshvakus, Vishnukundins
  • Rise and growth of Jainism and Buddhism
  • Socio-Cultural Conditions: Language, Literature, Art, Architecture
  • Medieval Telangana and composite culture
  • Kakatiyas and Velama kingdoms contribution
  • Qutub Shahis contribution to Telugu literature, art, architecture
  • Protest Movements: Sammakka Sarakka, Sarvaipapanna
  • Establishment of Asaf Jahi Dynasty
  • Salar Jung Reforms and Modernization
  • Socio-Economic development under Nizams
  • Revolt of 1857 in Hyderabad
  • Socio-Cultural Awakening in Telangana
  • Peoples Movement against Nizam's Rule
  • Integration of Hyderabad State into Indian Union

III. Geography of India and Telangana

  • India: Physical setting, Physiography, Drainage, Climate
  • Monsoon mechanism, El-Nino, La Nino effects
  • Floods and Drought, Soils, Vegetation, Wildlife
  • Major Minerals and Energy Resources
  • Marine Resources, Water resources
  • Agriculture and Irrigation
  • Industries: Iron & Steel, Cotton, Cement, Sugar, Automobile, IT
  • Transportation: Road, Rail, Ports
  • Population: Distribution, growth, Demographic characteristics
  • Urbanisation process, Smart Cities concept
  • Telangana: Physical setting, Climate, Rivers, Soils
  • Forest cover and Wildlife
  • Minerals: Coal, Iron, Limestone distribution
  • Agriculture: Rainfed/Dry land, Drought mitigation
  • Sources of Irrigation: Canals, Tanks, Wells
  • Mission Kakatiya, Ground Water conservation
  • Industries: Cement, Sugar, Pharma, Electronic, Tourism, IT
  • Urbanisation in Telangana: Hyderabad evolution

Paper III: Indian Society, Constitution and Governance

I. Indian Society, Structure, Issues and Social Movements

  • Indian Society: Salient features, Unity in Diversity
  • Family, Marriage, Kinship, Caste, Tribe, Religion, Language
  • Social Exclusion and Vulnerable Groups: SCs, STs, BCs, Minorities
  • Social Issues: Poverty, Unemployment, Child Labour
  • Violence against Women, Regionalism, Communalism, Corruption
  • Environmental Degradation, Sustainable Development
  • Social Issues in Telangana: Vetti, Jogini, Devadasi System
  • Social Movements in Telangana
  • Social Policies and Programmes in India and Telangana

II. Constitution of India

  • Evolution of Indian Constitution
  • Constitutional Philosophy and Preamble
  • Salient features & Basic Structure
  • Fundamental Rights: Nature and Scope
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • System of Government: Parliamentary system
  • Central Government: President, PM, Council of Ministers
  • Parliament: Powers and Functions
  • State Government: Governor, CM, Council of Ministers
  • Judicial System: Supreme Court, High Courts
  • Judicial Review and Judicial Activism
  • Federal system: Centre-State Relations
  • Local Self-Government: 73rd and 74th Amendments

III. Governance

  • Governance and Good Governance, E-Governance
  • Governance at Union level
  • Constitutional bodies: Finance Commission, Election Commission
  • UPSC, CAG, NHRC, Commissions for SCs/STs/Minorities/Women
  • Parliamentary Committees
  • Governance at State and District levels
  • District Administration: Role of Collector
  • Institutions of Rural and Urban Governance
  • Development Corporations for SCs, STs, BCs
  • People Centred Participatory Development
  • Poverty Alleviation Programmes
  • Women Empowerment and Inclusive Growth
  • Ethics and Values of Administration
  • Transparency and Accountability
  • Prevention of Corruption: CVC, CBI, Lokpal, Lokayuktha
  • Right to Information Act, 2005

Paper IV: Economy and Development

I. Indian Economy and Development

  • National Income: Concepts and Measurement
  • Structure and growth of Indian economy
  • Poverty and Unemployment: Concepts and trends
  • Money and Banking: Money supply, Banking structure
  • Public Finance: Tax structure, Government expenditure
  • Public debt: Internal and external
  • Monetary Policy, Fiscal Policy, Union Budget
  • Planning in Indian economy: Five Year Plans
  • 12th FYP - Inclusive growth
  • NITI Aayog, Liberalization, Privatisation, Globalisation

II. Telangana Economy

  • Telangana economy in Hyderabad State
  • Telangana economy in United AP (1956-2014)
  • Structure and Growth of Telangana economy
  • Human resources: Demographic Structure
  • Literacy and Occupation structure
  • Land reforms: I generation and II generation
  • Abolition of Intermediaries: Zamindari, Jagirdari
  • Agriculture and Allied sectors
  • Industry and Service sectors
  • Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)
  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policy

III. Development and Environmental Problems

  • Environment vs Development
  • Environmental Protection Policy
  • Natural resources: Forest, Water, Land
  • Eco systems and Bio-diversity
  • Environment pollution and solid waste management
  • Global Environment Issues: Climate Change, Global Warming
  • Sustainable Development

Paper V: Science & Technology and Data Interpretation

I. The role and impact of Science and Technology

  • Classical and Emerging areas of Science & Technology
  • Current S&T developments in India
  • National Policy of Science & Technology
  • Technology missions - ICT
  • Basics in Computers, Robotics, Nanotechnology, Communication
  • Space program in India and its applications
  • INSAT, IRS systems, EDUSAT, Chandrayaan-1
  • Application of Space Technology
  • Energy Resources: Conventional and Renewable
  • Energy security and Bio-fuel cultivation

II. Modern Trends in application of knowledge of Science

  • Crop Science in India
  • Characteristics of Plants: Medicinal, Aromatic plants
  • Biotechnology and genetic engineering
  • Stem Cell Research
  • Biotechnology in Agriculture and Environment
  • Food biotechnology, safety and quality standards
  • Organic farming and farm mechanization
  • Safe Drinking Water: Defluoridation techniques
  • Microbial infections: Bacterial, viral, protozoal, fungal
  • Vaccines: Immunity concepts and production

III. Data Interpretation and Problem Solving

  • Data Analysis: Analytical Interpretation of statistical Data
  • Study of Graphs and Charts: Bar graphs, Line graphs, Pie-charts
  • Problems based on Tabular and Diagrammatical Data
  • Problems based on Probability
  • Logical Reasoning, Analytical and Mental ability
  • Quantitative Aptitude: Number Sequences, Series, Averages
  • Number Systems, Ratio and Proportion, Profit and Loss
  • Time and Work, Speed-Time-Distance, Simple Interest
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving

Paper VI: Telangana Movement and State Formation

I. The idea of Telangana (1948-1970)

  • Historical Background: Telangana as distinctive cultural unit
  • People of Telangana: Castes, tribes, religion, arts, crafts
  • Administration in Hyderabad Princely State
  • Administrative Reforms of Salar Jung
  • Origins of Mulkis-Non-Mulkis issue
  • Employment and Civil Services Rules under Nizam
  • Merger of Hyderabad State into Indian Union (1948)
  • Violation of Mulki-Rules and Its Implications
  • Hyderabad State in Independent India
  • 1952 Mulki-Agitation and City College Incident
  • Justice Jagan Mohan Reddy Committee Report (1953)
  • States Reorganization Commission (SRC) under Fazal Ali
  • Formation of Andhra Pradesh (1956): Gentlemen's Agreement
  • Telangana Regional Committee
  • Violation of Safeguards
  • Violation of Employment and Service Rules
  • 1969 Agitation for Separate Telangana
  • Formation of Telangana Praja Samithi
  • Eight Point and Five-Point Formulas

II. Mobilisation phase (1971-1990)

  • Court Judgements on Mulki Rules
  • Jai Andhra Movement and its Consequences
  • Six Point Formula (1973) and its Provisions
  • Article 371-D, Presidential Order (1975)
  • G.O. 610 (1985): Provisions and Violations
  • Rise and Spread of Naxalite Movement
  • Anti-Landlord Struggles in Jagityala-Siricilla
  • Alienation of Tribal Lands and Adivasi Resistance
  • Rise of Regional Parties in 1980s
  • Changes in Political, Socio-Economic fabric
  • Expansion of new economy in Hyderabad
  • Liberalization and Privatisation Policies (1990s)
  • Emergence of regional disparities
  • Madiga Dandora and Tudum Debba movement
  • Agrarian crisis and decline of Handicrafts
  • Quest for Telangana identity

III. Towards Formation of Telangana State (1991-2014)

  • Public awakening against discrimination
  • Formation of Civil society organisations
  • Telangana Information Trust, Telangana Aikya Vedika
  • Telangana Jana Sabha, Telangana Maha Sabha
  • Warangal Declaration
  • Establishment of Telangana Rashtra Samithi (2001)
  • Political Realignment and Electoral Alliances
  • TRS in UPA, Girgliani Committee
  • Telangana Employees Joint Action Committee
  • Pranab Mukherjee Committee (2009)
  • Fast-Unto-Death by K. Chandra Shekar Rao
  • Formation of Political Joint Action Committee (2009)
  • Role of Political Parties: TRS, Congress, BJP, Left, TDP, MIM
  • Cultural Revivalism in Telangana
  • Symbolic expressions in Telangana Movement
  • Sakalajanula Samme, Non-Cooperation Movement
  • Million March, Parliamentary Process
  • Sri Krishna Committee Report and Recommendations
  • AP Assembly and Parliamentary proceedings
  • Declaration of Telangana State in Parliament
  • Andhra Pradesh State Reorganization Act, 2014
  • Elections and first Government of Telangana State

Examination Pattern Summary

Total Marks: Preliminary (150) + Main (900) = 1050 marks (excluding qualifying English paper)

Duration: Each paper 3 hours (except Preliminary: 2.5 hours)

Qualifying Paper: General English (S.S.C. standard)

Essay Pattern: 3 essays × 50 marks each from different sections

Focus Areas: Telangana-specific content in Papers II, III, IV, VI

Current Affairs: Covered in Preliminary test and Paper I (Essay)

Preliminary Test - General Studies & Mental Ability

Objective Type (150 Questions 150 Marks and 150 Min)

1.Current Affairs

  • Regional
  • National
  • International

2.International Relations & Events

  • 1.INDIA’S FOREIGN POLICY
  • 2.INDIA’S BILATERAL RELATIONS
  • 3.INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS
  • 4.GLOBAL & REGIONAL GROUPINGS
  • 5.INTERNATIONAL EVENTS & GLOBAL ISSUES

3.General Science; India’s Achievements in Science and Technology

  • 1.General Science
  • 2.India’s Achievements in Science and Technology

4.Environmental Issues Disaster Management- Prevention and Mitigation

  • 1.Environmental Issues
  • 2.Climate Change
  • 3.Disaster Management Cycle
  • 4.Disaster Prevention
  • 5.Disaster Mitigation
  • 6.Telanagana -Specific Disasters

5.Economic and Social Development of India

  • 1.Indian Economy Basics
  • 2.Poverty & Unemployment
  • 3.Education & Health
  • 4.Human Development
  • 5.Inclusive Growth
  • 6.Indian Budget and Economic Survey
  • 7.Telangana Budget and Socio Economic Survey

6. World Geography, Indian Geography and Geography of Telangana state

  • 1.World Geography
  • 2.Indian Geography
  • 3.Telangana Geography

7. History and Cultural Heritage of India

  • 1.Ancient Indian History
  • 2.Medieval Indian History
  • 3.Modern Indian History
  • 4.Indian Art & Culture

8.Indian Constitution and Polity

  • 1.Constitution Basics
  • 2.Fundamental Rights & Duties
  • 3.Parliament & Executive
  • 4.Constitutional & Non Constitutional Bodies
  • 5.Judiciary
  • 6.Federalism
  • 7.Local Self-Government

9. Governance and Public Policy in India

  • 1.Governance Concepts
  • 2.Good Governance
  • 3.Parliament & Executive
  • 3.Public Policy Process
  • 4.E-Governance
  • 5.Administrative Reforms
  • 6.Transparency & Accountability

10. Policies of Telangana State

  • 1.AGRICULTURE & FARMER WELFARE SCHEMES
  • 2.RURAL DEVELOPMENT & PANCHAYATI RAJ SCHEMES
  • 3.WOMEN & CHILD WELFARE SCHEMES
  • 4.SC,ST,BC and MINORITY WELFARE SCHEMES
  • 5.EDUCATION-RELATED SCHEMES
  • 6.HEALTH & NUTRITION SCHEMES
  • 7.HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT SCHEMES
  • 8.SOCIAL SECURITY & PENSION SCHEMES
  • 9. EMPLOYMENT, SKILL & YOUTH WELFARE SCHEMES
  • 10.INDUSTRY, IT & INFRASTRUCTURE SCHEMES

11. Society, Culture, Heritage, Arts and Literature of Telangana

  • 1.Telangana Society
  • 2.Festivals of Telangana
  • 3.Arts & Handicrafts
  • 4.Folk Arts
  • 5.Telangana Literature

12. Social Exclusion Rights issues such as Gender, Caste, Tribe and Disability e

  • 1.Gender Issues & Women Empowerment
  • 2.Caste & Social Justice
  • 3.Tribal Rights & Development
  • 4,Disability Rights
  • 5.Inclusive Policies & Welfare Measures

13. Logical Reasoning Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation

  • 1.Analytical Reasoning Basics
  • 2.Series & Analogies
  • 3.Coding–Decoding
  • 4.Blood Relations & Directions
  • 5.Seating Arrangements
  • 6.Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)

Main Examination - Papers I to VI

Descriptive Type

General English (Qualifying Paper)

S.S.C. Standard - Minimum qualifying marks required

Syllabus

  • Spotting Errors - Spelling; Punctuation
  • Fill in the blanks - Prepositions; Conjunctions; Verb tenses
  • Re-writing sentences - Active and Passive voice
  • Direct & Reported Speech; Usage of Vocabulary
  • Jumbled sentences
  • Comprehension
  • Précis Writing
  • Expansion of ideas
  • Letter Writing

Important Points

  • Marks not counted for final ranking
  • Minimum qualifying marks to be announced in notification
  • S.S.C. (10th class) standard
  • Focus on basic grammar and writing skills

Paper I: General Essay - Writing Strategy

Essay Structure

  • Introduction: Brief, engaging, thesis statement
  • Body: 3-4 paragraphs with arguments/examples
  • Conclusion: Summary and forward-looking statement
  • Word limit: Approximately 1000-1200 words per essay
  • Time management: 1 hour per essay

Scoring Parameters

  • Content relevance and depth
  • Logical structure and flow
  • Language and expression
  • Originality of thought
  • Use of examples and data
  • Grammatical accuracy

Answer Writing Techniques

For Descriptive Papers (II to VI)

  • Introduction: Define key terms, context setting
  • Body: Point-wise explanation with examples
  • Sub-headings for better organization
  • Current relevance and contemporary examples
  • Data and facts to support arguments
  • Conclusion: Summary and way forward

Time Management

  • Each paper: 3 hours duration
  • Reading question paper: 15 minutes
  • Planning answers: 15-20 minutes
  • Writing: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Revision: 10-15 minutes
  • Approximately 30 minutes per question

Paper V: Data Interpretation - Preparation

Types of Questions

  • Graph interpretation: Bar, Line, Pie charts
  • Tabular data analysis
  • Statistical data interpretation
  • Case studies and problem-solving
  • Decision-making scenarios

Preparation Strategy

  • Practice reading different types of graphs
  • Learn basic statistical concepts
  • Practice time-bound problem-solving
  • Focus on logical reasoning
  • Regular mock tests

Telangana-specific Preparation

Key Focus Areas

  • Paper II: Telangana History, Culture, Geography
  • Paper III: Telangana Social Issues
  • Paper IV: Telangana Economy
  • Paper VI: Telangana Movement (Detailed)
  • Current Telangana government schemes

Resources

  • Telangana History books by reputed authors
  • Government reports and white papers
  • Telangana State Portal for current schemes
  • Previous year question papers
  • Research papers on Telangana issues

Recommended Study Approach

For Comprehensive Preparation

  • Start with NCERT books (6th to 12th)
  • Standard reference books for each subject
  • Current affairs: Daily newspaper reading
  • Monthly current affairs magazines
  • Government reports and policy documents
  • Regular answer writing practice
  • Group discussions for essay topics
  • Mock tests and previous papers

Time Allocation

  • Prelims and Mains preparation simultaneously
  • Daily 8-10 hours study for serious candidates
  • Weekly revision of all subjects
  • Monthly full-length mock tests
  • Last 3 months: Intensive answer writing

Main Examination Strategy

Priority: Focus on Mains from beginning as Prelims is qualifying only

Answer Writing: Regular practice crucial for descriptive papers

Telangana Focus: Approximately 40% syllabus Telangana-specific

Current Affairs: Integrated in all papers, especially Essay

Time Management: Practice writing within time limits

Presentation: Neat handwriting, proper structure, headings important

Combined Scheme & Syllabus

All Categories

Gazetted Category

Examination Pattern

  • Paper I: General Studies & General Abilities - 150 Marks
  • Paper II: Optional Subject - 150 Marks
  • Paper III: Optional Subject - 150 Marks
  • Total Marks: 450 (Written)
  • Interview: 75 Marks
  • Total: 525 Marks

Posts Included

  • Deputy Collector
  • Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
  • Commercial Tax Officer
  • District Panchayat Officer
  • Assistant Treasury Officer
  • District Employment Officer

Non-Gazetted Category

Examination Pattern

  • Paper I: General Studies & General Abilities - 150 Marks
  • Paper II: Department Specific - 150 Marks
  • Total Marks: 300 (Written)
  • Duration: 150 minutes per paper
  • Skill Test for certain posts

Posts Included

  • Junior Assistant
  • Steno Typist
  • Junior Accountant
  • Field Assistant
  • Village Secretary
  • Data Entry Operator

Junior Lecturers

Examination Pattern

  • Paper I: General Studies & General Abilities - 100 Marks
  • Paper II: Subject Specific - 100 Marks
  • Paper III: Teaching Aptitude - 100 Marks
  • Total Marks: 300 (Written)
  • Interview: 50 Marks
  • Total: 350 Marks

Subjects Offered

  • Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
  • Biology, Social Studies
  • Languages (Telugu, English, Hindi)
  • Commerce, Computer Science
  • B.Ed. Required
  • NET/SET Preferred

Polytechnic Lecturers

Examination Pattern

  • Paper I: General Studies & General Abilities - 100 Marks
  • Paper II: Engineering Subject - 100 Marks
  • Paper III: Teaching Methodology - 100 Marks
  • Total Marks: 300 (Written)
  • Interview: 75 Marks
  • Total: 375 Marks

Engineering Branches

  • Civil, Mechanical, Electrical
  • Electronics, Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Automobile, Chemical
  • BE/B.Tech Required
  • M.E./M.Tech Preferred

Important Common Points

Common Eligibility: All categories require Telangana Domicile and Indian Citizenship

Common Paper: All categories have Paper-I as General Studies & General Abilities

Age Variations: Gazetted (21-34), Non-Gazetted (18-44), Lecturers (21-44)

Selection Process: Written Exam followed by Interview/Skill Test as applicable

Paper – I: General Studies and General Abilities

Common for All Categories

Common Topics for All Categories

Current Affairs

  • National Current Affairs
  • International Affairs & Relations
  • Science & Technology Developments
  • Environmental Issues & Summits
  • Sports & Awards
  • Important Government Schemes

General Abilities

  • Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
  • Data Interpretation & Sufficiency
  • English Language & Comprehension
  • Communication Skills
  • Decision Making & Problem Solving
  • Basic Numeracy

Indian Polity & Governance

  • Indian Constitution - Features & Amendments
  • Fundamental Rights & Duties
  • Union & State Government Structure
  • Local Self Government
  • Governance & Public Policy
  • Administrative Reforms

Indian Economy

  • Indian Economic Planning & Development
  • Economic Reforms since 1991
  • Agriculture & Rural Development
  • Industry & Infrastructure
  • Banking, Finance & Insurance
  • International Trade & WTO

Telangana Affairs

  • Telangana History & Movement
  • Telangana Economy & Development
  • Telangana Government Schemes
  • Administrative Structure of Telangana
  • Cultural Heritage of Telangana
  • Recent Developments in Telangana

General Science

  • Physics (Basic Concepts & Recent Developments)
  • Chemistry (Applications & Principles)
  • Biology (Human Body, Diseases)
  • Information Technology
  • Space Technology & ISRO
  • Environmental Science

Category-Specific Focus Areas

Gazetted Category

  • Advanced Analytical Ability
  • Complex Data Interpretation
  • Governance & Public Administration
  • Constitutional Law & Amendments
  • International Relations
  • Advanced Current Affairs (1 Year)

Non-Gazetted Category

  • Basic Logical Reasoning
  • Office Procedure & Secretariat
  • Computer Fundamentals
  • Basic Governance Concepts
  • Communication in Office
  • Current Affairs (6 Months)

Junior Lecturers

  • Education Policy & NEP 2020
  • Teaching Aptitude & Methodology
  • Educational Psychology
  • Higher Education System
  • Right to Education Act
  • Education Sector Developments

Polytechnic Lecturers

  • Technical Education Policy
  • Industry-Institute Interaction
  • Skill Development Initiatives
  • Make in India & Industrial Policy
  • AICTE & Technical Education
  • Recent Technological Developments

Important Exam Tips

Marking Scheme: All categories follow similar marking with variations in total marks (100-150)

Common Syllabus: 70% syllabus is common across all categories with 30% category-specific focus

Preparation Strategy: Focus on common topics first, then category-specific areas

Time Management: Practice previous year papers for timing and question pattern