• Ancient India: Covers the early civilizations like the Indus Valley, Vedic period, Mauryan and Gupta Empires.
• Medieval India: Focuses on the Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, and the arrival of Europeans.
• Modern India: Includes the British colonial rule, Indian Independence movement, and the post-independence period.
• Notable historical figures and events in Indian history.

General Science:

• Physics: Key concepts like motion, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics.
• Chemistry: Elements, compounds, chemical reactions, and periodic table.
• Biology: Cell biology, genetics, ecology, and evolution.
• Earth Sciences: Geology, weather, and climate.
• Scientific discoveries and inventions.

Freedom Movement:

• Indian Independence Movement: Leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose, and key events like Salt March and Quit India Movement.
• Contributions of other freedom fighters.
• The role of non-violence in the movement.

Indian Politics & Economics:

• Political System: Parliamentary democracy, President, Prime Minister, and political parties.
• Economic System: Key economic policies, GDP growth, and sectors.
• Major political and economic reforms.
• Important political leaders and their contributions.
• World Geography & Population:
• World Continents and Oceans.
• Major mountain ranges, rivers, and deserts.
• Population distribution and density worldwide.
• Key geographical features of different countries.
• Current Affairs of National & International Importance:
• Recent events, developments, and issues in India and around the world.
• Political, economic, social, and environmental topics.
• Global conflicts, treaties, and alliances.
• Emerging trends and challenges.

Important Days:

• National Holidays in India: Independence Day, Republic Day, Gandhi Jayanti, etc.
• International Days: United Nations observances like International Women’s Day, World Health Day, etc.
• Significance and themes of these days.

• Similarities and differences, 
• Space visualization,
• Problem-solving, analysis, judgement, 
• Decision making,
• visual memory, 
• Discriminating observation, 
• Relationship concepts, 
• Figure classification,
• Arithmetical number series,
•  Non-verbal series, etc. 
• Questions to test a candidate‘s ability to handle abstract ideas and symbols and their relationship, arithmetical computation, and other analytical functions.

• रस का अर्थ और प्रकार
• रस के भेदों का वर्णन
• रस का उपयोग साहित्य में

मुहावरे:

• मुहावरों का मतलब और प्रकार
• मुहावरों के उपयोग की विधियाँ
• अलंकार:
• अलंकार के प्रकार और उपयोग
• अलंकार के उदाहरण

समास:

• समास के प्रकार और उपयोग
• समास के उदाहरण

विलोम:

• विलोम शब्द का मतलब और उपयोग
• विलोम शब्दों के उदाहरण

संधियाँ:

• संधि के प्रकार और नियम
• संधि के उदाहरण

पर्यायवाची:

• पर्यायवाची शब्द का मतलब और प्रकार
• पर्यायवाची शब्दों के उपयोग

लोकोक्तियाँ:

• लोकोक्तियों का अर्थ और प्रकार
• लोकोक्तियों के उदाहरण

तद्भव तत्सम:

• तद्भव और तत्सम शब्दों का अर्थ
• उनके उपयोग के उदाहरण

वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द:

• वाक्यांश के प्रकार और उपयोग

कारक:

• कारक के प्रकार और उपयोग
• कारकों के उदाहरण

काल:

• काल के प्रकार और उपयोग
• काल के उदाहरण

वर्तनी:

• वर्तनी के प्रकार और नियम
• वर्तनी के उदाहरण

त्रुटि से सम्बंधित:

• वाक्य में त्रुटियों के प्रकार
• त्रुटियों के सुधार के उपाय

अनेकार्थी शब्द:

• अनेकार्थी शब्दों का अर्थ और उपयोग
• अनेकार्थी शब्दों के उदाहरण

वाक्य संशोधन:

• वाक्य संशोधन के नियम
• वाक्य संशोधन के उदाहरण

• Financial Aspects

In this section, candidates should study the economic aspects of Indian history. This includes an understanding of the economic systems during various historical periods, such as the agricultural economy during ancient India, the impact of trade and commerce during the medieval period, and the economic policies of British colonial rule.

• Social Aspects

This involves a comprehensive understanding of the social structure of different periods in Indian history. This includes topics like the caste system, social reforms, the status of women, and the impact of social movements like the Bhakti and Sufi movements on society.

• Religious Aspects

Candidates should be well-versed in the evolution of religions in India, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and the spread of Islam. They should also study religious reforms and movements like the Arya Samaj and the impact of religion on society and politics.

• Political Parties

While political parties in the modern sense emerged during the colonial and post-independence periods, knowledge of the political landscape during the freedom struggle and the formation of key political parties like the Indian National Congress (INC) and the Muslim League is crucial.

Indian Freedom Movement:

• Nature of the Movement

Understanding the nature of the Indian freedom movement involves knowing its ideological foundations, key leaders, and the various phases it went through, including early efforts, the non-cooperation movement, civil disobedience, and Quit India movement. It’s also important to study the role of individuals like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose in shaping the movement.

Specialty of the Indian Freedom Movement

Here, candidates should focus on what set the Indian freedom movement apart from other nationalist movements worldwide. This might include its non-violent nature, its ability to unite people from diverse backgrounds, and its impact on other colonies seeking independence.

Rise of Nationalism

• Factors Leading to Nationalism

This section should cover the factors that contributed to the rise of nationalism in India, such as the impact of British colonial rule, socio-economic changes, and the role of education in creating awareness among Indians about their rights and identity.

• Key Events and Figures

Knowledge of key events like the First War of Independence in 1857, the formation of the Indian National Congress in 1885, and the role of leaders like Dadabhai Naoroji, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and Gopal Krishna Gokhale in promoting nationalism is essential.

• Impact of Nationalism

Candidates should also be aware of the consequences and effects of the rise of nationalism, including its influence on the demand for self-rule, the growth of political consciousness, and the eventual attainment of independence in 1947.

• Geographical Extent

Discuss India’s geographical location, its latitudinal and longitudinal extent, and its neighboring countries.

• Major Physical Features

Highlight India’s diverse physical features, such as the Himalayan mountain range, the Indo-Gangetic plains, the Western and Eastern Ghats, plateaus, deserts, and coastal regions.

• Climate Zones

Explain the various climate zones in India, including tropical, subtropical, arid, and alpine regions, and their impact on the country’s ecology.

• Natural Resources

Discuss India’s rich natural resources, such as minerals, forests, water bodies, and their significance for the economy and environment.

• Biodiversity

Describe India’s unique biodiversity, including its varied flora and fauna, and the importance of preserving it.

Economical, Social, and Demographic Issues

• Economic Development

Explain the stages of economic development in India, including the transition from an agrarian to a service-oriented economy, and the role of various sectors like agriculture, industry, and services.

• Economic Challenges

Discuss key economic challenges like unemployment, poverty, income inequality, and inflation, along with government policies aimed at addressing these issues.

• Social Issues

Cover social issues such as gender inequality, caste-based discrimination, and communal tensions, and explore government initiatives and laws aimed at promoting social harmony and justice.

• Demographic Trends

Analyze India’s population growth, age distribution, and urbanization trends, and their implications for healthcare, education, and employment.

• Government Programs

Highlight flagship government programs related to economic and social development, such as Make in India, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, and Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana.