In IAS Mains Exam, General Studies Paper 4 (Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude) cater to Emotional Intelligence, Human Attitude, Probity in Governance, and Foundational Values in Civil Services. To understand the application-based nature of the paper, the present study guide by Arihant, which has been revised on the basis of the latest pattern of civil services, serves the purpose well. It contains case studies to develop a clear understanding of the ethical issues that a public servant often confronts while in service.

WHO WILL BENEFIT?

• IAS Mains 2025 aspirants

BOOK STRUCTURE

• Solved Papers (2024-2020)
• 7 Units
• Case Studies
• Glossary
  
• Advanced Contemporary Case Studies

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BOOK

• Detailed explanation for issues related to Ethics & Integrity
• Coverage of Moral Philosophy through various Philosophers of India and the World
• Special exam-oriented structure in accordance with the UPSC syllabus
• Discussion of the theoretical concepts with contemporary examples
• Unitwise exam pattern questions based on UPSC pattern
• Case studies, Glossary, and Advanced Contemporary Case Studies have been given at the end

WHY THIS BOOK?

• New case studies with solutions have been added while taking into account case studies which were asked in GS Paper-4
• New case studies have been added according to the new feedback
• ‘Topic lives and teachings of great personalities’ in the first unit have been revised thoroughly
• Complete restructuring of Unit 5 has been done to make it more useful for students
• Most of the topics in Units 6 & 7 have been either restructured or rewritten which has increased their utility from the exam point of view
• Solved paper of 2024 has been added

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Solved Papers (2024-2020), Unit 1- Ethics and Human Interface, Unit 2- Attitude, Unit 3- Aptitude & Foundational Values for Civil Services, Unit 4- Emotional Intelligence, Unit 5- Moral Thinkers and Philosophers from India and World, Unit 6- Public/Civil Services Values and Ethics in Public Administration, Unit 7- Probity in Governance, Case Studies, Glossary, Advanced Contemporary Case Studies

General Studies is a very dynamic topic which requires in-depth analysis and vast knowledge. Candidates who are appearing in IAS Mains exams are always in need of comprehensive and accurate study material which could serve the purpose of cumulative understanding of the examination pattern. For this, we have prepared the book IAS Mains Chapterwise Solved Papers which provides the comprehensive model answers of UPSC General Studies Mains papers from the year 2000 to 2024.

WHO WILL BENEFIT?

• IAS Mains exam aspirants

BOOK STRUCTURE

• Solved Papers 2024 & 2023
  
• Paper-wise and Chapterwise division of IAS Mains Previous Years Question Papers

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BOOK

• The book has been divided into four papers as per the latest examination pattern
• Each paper has been segregated in topics as per the latest syllabus of Civil Services (Mains) Examinations
• Answers have been given as per the prescribed format of UPSC
• Latest Facts, Tables, and Flow Charts are included to support the Answers
• Special emphasis on questions from the last five years according to the changing patterns of the examination
• All old questions have also been updated with the latest data and findings
• An overall best success mantra for cracking the Civil Services (Mains) Examination
• Latest Solved Papers of 2024 (Paper I, 2, 3, 4) also included

WHY THIS BOOK?

• This book in its new format is an attempt to provide students with an insight into the Civil Services (Mains) Examinations
• The book dwells on the overall structure of the Civil Services (Mains) exam by providing detailed solutions to the last 25 Years’ General Studies Papers
• A candidate can have thorough information and knowledge about the gradual evolution of the exam
• Help students assess their overall intellectual and ability to write answers in a clear coherent manner

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Solved Papers (2024 & 2023), Paper I- Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society, Paper II- Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations, Paper III- Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management, Paper IV- Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude