This is a salesman who sells puppets at F block, Inner Circle Connaught Place. He can be seen there every day. He is neatly dressed, wears ironed full-sleeves shirt, which is properly tucked into his ironed trousers, that has a black leather belt and he carries a stick to support his steps. His hand is covered with a puppet glove, which make a "PPPPPIIIIPPPP" sound that enables him to attract people passing by him. Let's meet Mr. Sahay. He is a living example for all those people who are scared to struggle in life. He had a son, who was a chartered accountant & Mr. Sahay had to spend all his savings for his career. But his son moved to Bahrain without informing him and after some time Mr. Sahay got the news that his son has died in an accident. He is 75. At this age, he comes daily from Rohtak, with a bag full of puppets and a water bottle which is very heavy & makes it difficult for him to take each step. He has a railway pass which enables him to commute daily from Rohtak. He earns for his wife, married daughter and her children. He is a retired bank manager. :)
I did not join any classroom coaching. I did join vision ias mains test series. And followed Insights with operatic regularity throughout the year. This was my first attempt. And my optional was medical science. I am here to share my strategy with you . I hope you go through this with a little trust in me,pick and choose whatever suits you the best. And if this benefits even one of you,I would consider myself fortunate. ☺ Prelims: Essential book list : 1. Spectrum modern india 2. Class 11 and 12 geo ncert 3. Economics class 11th and 12th ncert 4. Economic survey 5. key features of budget 6. Laxmikant 7. Daily newspaper reading – I used to read The hindu. 8. Art and culture- multiple resources – CCRT, Class 11th NCERT on art, any reputed coaching material, themes in Indian history etc 9. Shankar Ias book for environment I might miss some books completely. Do cross check with the booklist given on Insights or any other place. No need to read special science and tech bookl...