Basic Activity Syllabus
| To engage aspirants with fundamental subjects such as polity, ethics, environment and ecology, and newspaper reading skills. These foundational subjects will set the stage for more technical subjects introduced in subsequent phases. | |||
| Sl.no | Subject | Topics | Objective |
| 1 | Newspaper Reading and Note-Making Skills: | A key component of this introduction is to develop students’ newspaper reading habits. This involves teaching them to extract and summarize important current affairs. This activity can be assigned as follows: At the start of each class, students will discuss significant issues from the previous week. Their notes will be reviewed and assessed, with a focus on improving their skills in creating comprehensive and accurate summaries from newspaper articles. | |
| 2 | Polity | Understanding the Constitution: Basics of the Indian Constitution, like its purpose, key parts, and why it’s important. Rights and Freedoms: Learning about basic fundamental rights, like the right to equality and freedom of speech. Government Structure: Like Central govt, State govt, Local self govts. Basics of how the Indian government works, including the roles of the President, Prime Minister, and Parliament. Election Process: Simple explanation of how elections work in India, including voting and the roles of politicians. Local Government: Learning about local leaders and how they help communities, like mayors and village councils. Laws and Courts: Introduction to how laws are made and enforced, and the role of judges in the legal system. Leadership Roles: Understanding the roles of key leaders in India, like the President, Prime Minister, and Chief Ministers. Democratic Values: Exploring the importance of democracy and voting in India’s governance system. Citizenship: Basics of what it means to be a citizen, including rights, responsibilities, and how citizenship is granted. Public Policy: Introduction to government decisions that affect everyone, like education policies and public health initiatives. | To provide simplified introduction to Indian polity and governance, helping high school students grasp fundamental concepts necessary for civil services examinations. |
| 3 | Ethics | Being Honest: Understanding the importance of telling the truth and being honest in all situations. Doing the Right Thing: Learning about making good choices, even when it’s difficult, and sticking to what is morally right. Being Kind to Others: Exploring the value of being kind and respectful to everyone, regardless of our differences. Helping Others: Understanding the importance of lending a hand and supporting those who are in need. Taking Responsibility: Learning to own up to our mistakes and learn from them, rather than blaming others. Treating Everyone Fairly: Understanding that everyone deserves to be treated with fairness and equality. Protecting the Environment: Exploring simple ways to take care of our planet and be mindful of our impact on the environment. Being a Good Leader: Learning about leading by example and being someone that others can look up to. Standing Up for What’s Right: Understanding the importance of speaking up against injustice and standing up for what we believe in. Making Good Choices: Exploring how to make decisions that align with our values and beliefs, even when faced with challenges. | To provide a straightforward introduction to ethical principles, which will help high school students prepare for civil services examinations and guide them towards making positive choices in their lives, core ethics topics can be introduced later in the second phase like, Understanding Ethics: Basics of ethics and moral principles, including honesty, integrity, and fairness. Importance of Integrity: Exploring the significance of integrity in personal and professional life, and its role in building trust and credibility. Respect for Others: Learning about the importance of respecting others’ beliefs, cultures, and differences, and treating everyone with dignity and kindness. Responsibility and Accountability: Understanding the concept of responsibility, including taking ownership of one’s actions and being accountable for their consequences. Ethical Decision Making: Exploring strategies for making ethical decisions, including considering the impact on others and adhering to moral values. Social Justice and Equality: Learning about the importance of promoting social justice and equality for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, or socio-economic status. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the significance of empathy and compassion in understanding others’ perspectives and supporting those in need. Environmental Ethics: Exploring ethical considerations related to environmental conservation and sustainable living practices. Ethical Leadership: Learning about the qualities of ethical leadership, including honesty, transparency, and accountability to serve the greater good. Ethical Dilemmas: Discussing real-life ethical dilemmas and exploring different perspectives to understand the complexities of ethical decision-making. |
| 4 | Environment and ecology | What is Nature?: Understanding the natural world around us, including plants, animals, and the environment. Saving Animals: Learning about animals that are endangered and why it’s important to protect them. Clean Air and Water: Understanding why clean air and water are important for our health and how we can keep them clean. Plants and Trees: Learning about different types of plants and trees and why they’re important for the environment. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Exploring simple ways to reduce waste and recycle materials to help the environment. Energy from the Sun: Understanding how solar energy works and why it’s a clean and renewable source of energy. Protecting Oceans: Learning about the importance of oceans and how we can help protect marine life and habitats. Green Living: Exploring ways to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle, such as using less plastic and conserving water and energy. Healthy Soil: Understanding why soil health is important for growing food and how we can protect it from pollution and erosion. Climate and Weather: Learning about the difference between climate and weather and how human activities can impact the Earth’s climate. | To provide high school students with basic knowledge about key environmental issues, helping them prepare for civil services examinations and encouraging them to make positive choices for the planet. Core Environment and ecology topics can be introduced later in the second phase like, Introduction to Ecosystems: Understanding what ecosystems are and how they function, including the roles of producers, consumers, and decomposers. Biodiversity: Learning about the variety of life on Earth, the importance of biodiversity for ecosystem health, and threats to biodiversity such as habitat loss and pollution. Climate Change: Exploring the causes and effects of climate change, including rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and impacts on ecosystems and human societies. Conservation of Natural Resources: Understanding the importance of conserving natural resources like water, air, soil, and forests, and strategies for sustainable resource management. Pollution and Its Effects: Learning about different types of pollution (air, water, soil, noise) and their impacts on the environment, wildlife, and human health. Waste Management: Exploring the problems associated with waste generation and disposal, and the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling waste. Renewable Energy Sources: Understanding the benefits of renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, and their role in mitigating climate change. Wildlife Conservation: Learning about the importance of protecting endangered species, conserving habitats, and promoting wildlife-friendly practices. Sustainable Agriculture: Exploring sustainable farming practices that promote soil health, biodiversity, and food security while minimizing environmental impacts. Environmental Laws and Policies: Understanding the role of government regulations and international agreements in protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development. |
Comprehensive Syllabus
| Comprehension topics to cover diverse areas relevant to civil services examinations, enabling high school students to develop their reading comprehension skills while gaining insights into important social, economic, and governance issues. | ||
| Sl.no | Topics suggestion | Source |
| 1 | Government Welfare Schemes: about government welfare programs like food security initiatives, healthcare schemes, and poverty alleviation programs. | Materials on CSAT paper , news papers, |
| 2 | Environmental Conservation Efforts:texts discussing conservation projects, renewable energy initiatives, and measures to combat pollution and climate change. | |
| 3 | Education Reforms: articles about educational policies, reforms in the school system, and initiatives to improve literacy rates and quality of education. | |
| 4 | Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment: about campaigns promoting gender equality, women’s rights movements, and initiatives aimed at empowering women economically and socially. | |
| 5 | Economic Development and Policies: texts on economic growth strategies, fiscal policies, and measures to promote entrepreneurship, job creation, and inclusive development. | |
| 6 | Social Justice Movements: articles discussing social justice issues such as caste discrimination, racial inequality, LGBTQ+ rights, and advocacy for marginalized communities. | |
| 7 | Healthcare Challenges and Solutions: texts about healthcare challenges, access to healthcare services, disease prevention programs, and efforts to improve public health. | |
| 8 | Disaster Management and Preparedness: on disaster management strategies, emergency response plans, and community resilience in the face of natural disasters and emergencies. | |
| 9 | Technological Advancements and Governance: articles on the role of technology in governance, digital transformation initiatives, and e-governance solutions for better service delivery. | |
| 10 | Cultural Heritage Preservation: texts on cultural heritage conservation, efforts to protect monuments and historical sites, and the importance of cultural preservation for national identity. | |
Aptitude Skill Syllabus
| Sl.no | Topics |
| 1 | Numerical Aptitude Understanding numbers, basic arithmetic operations, and fractions Practice exercises on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Introduction to decimals, percentages, and ratios |
| 2 | Problem-solving Techniques Strategies for breaking down complex problems into smaller, manageable parts Practice exercises on solving word problems and logical puzzles Introduction to patterns and sequences |
| 3 | Verbal Reasoning Introduction to vocabulary enhancement techniques Practice exercises on analogies, synonyms, and antonyms Understanding sentence completion and sentence correction |
| 4 | Logical Reasoning Introduction to logical reasoning concepts such as syllogisms and deductive reasoning Practice exercises on identifying patterns, logical deductions, and data interpretation Solving puzzles and brain teasers to develop logical thinking skill |
| 5 | Time and Distance Problems Understanding concepts of speed, time, and distance Practice exercises on calculating average speed, time taken, and distance covered Solving problems related to relative speed and train journeys |
| 6 | Mock Tests and Review Conducting simulated mock tests covering all aptitude topics Reviewing and analyzing performance to identify areas for improvement Providing feedback and guidance for further practice |