UPSC often asks "Distinguish between X and Y" (e.g., Ethics vs. Morality; Rules vs. Principles). Dr. Divyakirti provides a 15-page glossary of 50+ terminological distinctions that are repeatedly tested in the Mains.
| Feature | Dr. Vikas Divyakirti (Drishti) | Other Institutes (Generic) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Focus | Applied Psychology + Philosophy | Theoretical definitions | | Language | Bilingual (Hinglish) | English only or Hindi only | | Case Study Approach | 3R Framework (Situation based) | 7-step rigid templates | | Philosophy Depth | Indian thinkers emphasized | Western-centric | | Handouts | Weekly booklets (Drishti Press) | Photocopied notes |
After finishing theory, watch the case study module twice. On the second watch, pause the video before Dr. Divyakirti gives the solution. Write your own answer in 10 minutes. Then play his solution. Compare. This gap analysis is where 90% of your marks are earned.
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti's Ethics course at Drishti IAS a flagship program specifically designed for the General Studies (GS) Paper IV of the UPSC Civil Services Examination
. The course is personally taught by Dr. Divyakirti, who is widely recognized for his conceptual clarity and influence on civil services aspirants. Course Overview & Structure Target Exam dr vikas divyakirti drishti ias ethics course
: UPSC CSE Mains GS Paper IV (Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude). Total Classes : Approximately 50 classes in the flagship live online batch. Class Frequency : Typically four classes per week Delivery Model : Available through the Drishti Learning App
as live online classes, with a hybrid (offline/online) option for crash courses. Key Features Focus Areas : Emphasis on conceptual clarity case studies , and developing answer writing skills : Students receive printed class notes
delivered to their address. The 2024 edition of these notes is roughly 333–336 pages and covers the entire IAS and UPPCS syllabus. Accessibility : Class recordings are available for unlimited viewing for a period of Assessments class tests are conducted to practice answer writing. Special Offerings Ethics Crash Course
: Periodically launched to streamline preparation before the Mains exam. Free for Qualifiers : Historically, the course has been offered free of charge to students who have qualified for the UPSC Prelims in that respective year. Subject Matter Content The course covers broad areas mandated by the UPSC GS Paper 4 syllabus , including: Ethics and Human Interface : Essence, determinants, and consequences of ethics. Human Values UPSC often asks "Distinguish between X and Y" (e
: Lessons from great leaders and the role of family and society. Attitude & Aptitude
: Moral/political attitudes and foundational values for civil services like integrity and impartiality. Emotional Intelligence : Concepts and applications in administration. Probity in Governance
: Philosophical basis of governance and tackling corruption. Drishti IAS for the next batch?
Ethics Crash Course - ENG – IAS Mains Course by Drishti Learning App After finishing theory, watch the case study module twice
# Classes will be taught by Dr Vikas Divyakirti. # Emphasis will be on solving case studies and answer writing skills. Drishti Learning App
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The course is meticulously designed to cover the entire UPSC syllabus. Here is how it is typically segmented: