GS covers a wide range of topics including History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, Science & Technology, and Current Affairs. It tests candidates' understanding of the world around them and their ability to analyze and apply knowledge.
Optional subjects allow candidates to choose a specific area of study in which they have expertise or interest. This section tests in-depth knowledge and analytical skills in the chosen subject.
I completed Sir’s 171–172 recorded lectures and revised his notes at least 20 times. That single-source discipline helped me handle every question seamlessly in both BPSC and UPSC. Aspirants often chase too many books, but Sir’s content is fully sufficient, backed by unmatched experience. I relied only on his notes and basic NCERTs.
My History was so weak that I couldn’t even recall basic hierarchies like Akbar–Jahangir. It affected my GS-1 attempts and created constant confusion. After joining Manikant Sir’s History classes, my concepts became solid and structured. That clarity is what helped me score 287 marks in History Optional.
