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Enrollment Link for General Studies (Prelims + Mains + Interviews) : https://rzp.io/rzp/ScYjRcU For Optional Political Science and IR : https://rzp.io/l/j77C0OmX For Optional Subject (Political Science & International Relations) : Revised Strategy for Scoring *300+ Marks in PSIR Optional* #### *PSIR Syllabus Overview* The PSIR optional for UPSC consists of **two papers**: **Paper I**: Political Theory and Indian Politics **Paper II**: Comparative Politics and International Relations Each paper is worth *250 marks**, making it a total of **500 marks**. Here's the syllabus breakdown and a tailored strategy using **Misfits IFS 7 Seasons* as your **primary resource**. --- *Paper I: Political Theory and Indian Politics* #### *Section A: Political Theory and Thinkers* **Core Themes**: Political ideologies, theories of the state, justice, rights, democracy, and power. **Key Thinkers**: Marx, Gandhi, Ambedkar, Arendt, Tagore, Nehru, Sri Aurobindo. **Key Topics**: Normative vs Behavioral approaches, Liberalism, Marxism, and Feminism. #### *Section B: Indian Politics* **Core Themes**: Constitution, federalism, judiciary, caste, religion, ethnicity, social movements. **Key Topics**: Preamble, fundamental rights, Directive Principles, federal structure, parliamentary system, and development politics. --- *Paper II: Comparative Politics and International Relations* #### *Section A: Comparative Politics* **Core Themes**: Political systems, theories of state, globalization, political institutions. **Key Topics**: State sovereignty, political culture, democratization, and development. #### *Section B: International Relations* **Core Themes**: Global governance, India’s foreign policy, global terrorism, climate change. **Key Topics**: NAM, Cold War, multipolarity, nuclear diplomacy, WTO, IMF reforms. --- *Key Strategy to Score 300+* #### *1. RELY ENTIRELY ON MISFITS IFS (7 SEASONS)* *Focus Exclusively* on the 7 seasons of Misfits IFS, which comprehensively cover the syllabus in a structured manner. *Revising Misfits Notes* multiple times will reduce over-dependence on scattered materials and save time. Each session of Misfits provides: Thinkers explained with contemporary relevance. Application of concepts in Indian and global politics. Structured insights into the comparative and international relations sections. #### *2. Revise, Revise, Revise* Avoid referring to too many external sources. Stick to what has been taught in *Misfits IFS* and **revise thoroughly**. Key is mastery, not material overload. Revise your class notes and attempt answer writing multiple times. #### *3. Answer Writing Practice* Use the framework provided in Misfits classes for answer structuring: **Introduction**: Define the concept or present a background. **Body**: Explain using examples (historical and contemporary), critiques, and perspectives. **Conclusion**: End with a balanced view or futuristic outlook. Aim to practice at least *10-15 mock tests* to ensure speed and clarity. #### *4. Build Contemporary Relevance* Use contemporary examples and global parallels discussed in Misfits to strengthen your answers. Examples like: *Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr.* for civil rights. *Cold War and US-China relations* for balance of power. #### *5. Stick to Simplified Concepts* Avoid overcomplicating. Misfits IFS simplifies complex topics like Marxism, globalization, and Indian federalism into digestible points. --- *Avoid Overloading with Material* Resist the temptation to read everything under the sun. *Misfits IFS 7 Seasons* already cover the syllabus comprehensively. Complement your preparation with: *Daily Current Affairs* (linked to PSIR). *UPSC Previous Year Papers* for trends. --- *The Misfits Advantage* By following Misfits IFS exclusively, you will: Gain a solid conceptual understanding of the entire syllabus. Build the ability to link theories with real-world examples. Master the art of answer writing with practical insights and critiques. #### *The Goal: Revise and Refine* By focusing entirely on *Misfits IFS**, coupled with multiple revisions and focused answer writing, you can comfortably target **300+ marks* in PSIR optional!