Aribam Public Administration Pdf 57l
Andra Shotts
My journey with public administration began in the end years of college when I got Laxmikanth public administration book. Over the years I read a number of books, many research papers and have really grown fond of this subject.
One thing I would like to state in advance is that I have done very little answer writing as far as optional paper is considered. But I have focused more on approach and analysis, linkage and relevance. I will share all these experiences in this write up and hope that you will benefit from it somehow.
Shubhra Saxena: Public Administration Super 50 (25-25 topics from Paper 1 & Paper 2 have been dealt in a nice manner, more of a revision and content enrichment book, will help in marks augmentation. This used to be my go to book during the interval between paper 1 and paper 2 on the optional exam day)
Mohit Bhattacharya: Restructuring Public Administration: A New Look (should be read after New horizons, deals with NPM and Post NPM development; concepts like Neo-weberian state (NWS) has been explained beautifully.
This is what we often hear in pub ad circle that there is a hidden syllabus. Irrespective of whether it is there or not, following things/names need to be studied, mainly through internet or other books.
For paper 1, contemporary examples, especially from Indian Administration will surely boost your marks. Hence keep an eye on happenings in Indian administration and link it with Paper 1 thinkers and theories. Example: Use of MIS in district administration is an example of New Public management (NPM), Social audit is a tool to take feedback from environment (People, civil society) and make administration more transparent (moving from a closed system to an open system) etc. Similar linkages can be thought of.
Use of constitutional articles: If there is a question on governor, the starting line can be : Article 153 states that there shall be a governor for each state. Similarly, article 163 for Council of minister, article 169 for state legislative council, article 279A for GST council etc should be used.
Use of 2nd ARC recommendations, Punchhi commission recommendations, Sarkaria commission recommendations would augment marks. Aribam covers selected chapters of 2nd ARC in the end of both books. Those must be done thoroughly. Also, it is recommended that you read original chapters and make some concrete notes. This will improve your understanding.
Have a good peer group and discuss about topics and questions regularly. Confluence of various ideas will do magic on your answer. This can be done either on ForumIAS (now quest platform) or on telegram. Also, you can form a very close group of 3-4 friends apart from these platform and discuss everything with them. I have benefitted immensely from these associations and I am highly thankful to all my friends for their help and co-operation.
When it comes to opting for public administration as an optional subject for the UPSC civil services exam, there are several advantages and disadvantages that candidates should consider. In this section, we will discuss some of the pros and cons of selecting this option.
UPSC Public Administration optional has been a popular choice among IAS toppers over the years. In 2016, Abhilash Mishra, a mechanical engineer by training, secured the fifth rank in this optional subject. Below is a table listing a few other IAS toppers who chose public administration as their option.
A1: Public Administration is a popular choice due to its practical relevance and overlap with the General Studies paper. It provides a comprehensive understanding of administrative systems, governance, and public policy, which can be advantageous in both the Mains and interview stages of the UPSC exam.
A2: No, a specific academic background in Public Administration is not mandatory. UPSC is designed to test analytical and critical thinking skills rather than prior knowledge. However, a basic understanding of political science, sociology, or administrative systems can be helpful.
A4: Yes, case studies play a crucial role. They assess your ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. Practice analyzing case studies to develop a holistic understanding of administrative challenges and solutions, which will enhance your overall performance in the exam.
A5: Yes, Public Administration has the potential to be a scoring subject. A well-structured and concise answer, along with clarity of thought, can fetch you good marks. Consistent practice, a deep understanding of concepts, and effective time management can contribute to a high score in this optional paper.
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