PSIR - Strategy, resources & discussion
Hi peeps. Let’s do this!
1. Previous papers from 2009 (both papers are in the same PDF):here2. Topic-wise PYQs: here
3. Look for PDFs of books here: b-ok.cc, http://libgen.rs/, archive.org
4. Model answers from SR:here
5. OnlyIAS notes, if you need extra matter for a few topics:here
6. SR notes, typed:politicsforindia.com
@whatonly @KropotkinSchmopotkin
This Indian Express article from two months ago also say so:
In 1991, when he published the book, he observed that signs of the commencement of a third reverse wave were already there, with nascent democracies like Haiti, Sudan returning to authoritarianism.
@whatonly @KropotkinSchmopotkin
This question came in PSIR 2A (2019)
At that time, I had superficial knowledge about 2A. I knew in case ‘Democracy’ is asked, Huntington is to be quoted. I didn’t know then if in case, he has given 3rd Reverse Wave. I do remember this was how I introduced the answer. I feel it turns out very well. The examiner for sure, considered my negligence as extra ordinary assessment :D
Waise, I feel this question was asked in context of Yellow Vest Movement, France and in reference to growth of Social Movement seeking issue based instant justice.
Not comparative politics ?
Yes social movement can be one of the points but low voter turnout ! Behavioural analysis I guess
Jai Shree Ram !
@whatonly @KropotkinSchmopotkin
This question came in PSIR 2A (2019)
At that time, I had superficial knowledge about 2A. I knew in case ‘Democracy’ is asked, Huntington is to be quoted. I didn’t know then if in case, he has given 3rd Reverse Wave. I do remember this was how I introduced the answer. I feel it turns out very well. The examiner for sure, considered my negligence as extra ordinary assessment :D
Waise, I feel this question was asked in context of Yellow Vest Movement, France and in reference to growth of Social Movement seeking issue based instant justice.
Wasn’t this from the topic - Politics for Participation and Representation under Comparative Politics?
MarcusA,At that time, I was not aware about the syllabus.
But now, looking at the syllabus, isn’t it from Global Concerns. I am sure I didn’t link the answer to CP anyway.
EDIT : Democracy is exclusively mentioned under Contemporary Global Concerns, just checked.
babu_bisleri,
@whatonly @KropotkinSchmopotkin
This question came in PSIR 2A (2019)
At that time, I had superficial knowledge about 2A. I knew in case ‘Democracy’ is asked, Huntington is to be quoted. I didn’t know then if in case, he has given 3rd Reverse Wave. I do remember this was how I introduced the answer. I feel it turns out very well. The examiner for sure, considered my negligence as extra ordinary assessment :D
Waise, I feel this question was asked in context of Yellow Vest Movement, France and in reference to growth of Social Movement seeking issue based instant justice.
Wasn’t this from the topic - Politics for Participation and Representation under Comparative Politics?
How would you/anyone structure it with examples ?
Social movement point is good ( i could think at the very moment when read@Jammu message). But yes I would have included that in my answer as I have read in why decline of political party and surely likhdeta but instantly strike nhi kiya
Jai Shree Ram !
I guess, this would be the right place to ask this doubt.
Are previous PSIR questions repeated in GS2 in some form or other? I saw one paper of psir has questions similar to GS2. Maybe it'll help in noting down micro topics. Any suggestions?
I’m not sure if it is deliberately done. In case you have find any, it could be just a co incidence.
i have observed, GS II questions are specific, PSIR questions are generic.
for GS II, see Mains mock question papers of Vision, Forum. I am sure there would be great overlap with UPSC.
whatonly,hi guys, does anyone have sr notes in typed format? handwritten notes are giving me headache. So, in case anyone has it do let me know.
Thank You
politicsforindia.com has SR’s notes arranged topic wise. Use that.
Thanks yaar. this is so nice. have they covered entire syllabus from notes or will i still have to refer handwritten ones ? because at the outset it seems whole syllabus is there.
Thanks yaar. this is so nice. have they covered entire syllabus from notes or will i still have to refer handwritten ones ? because at the outset it seems whole syllabus is there.
Sorry, I haven’t used it personally. Found it late 😪 but I think they’ve covered it all - at least all of what constitutes ma’am’s notes.
dalpha,
@whatonly @KropotkinSchmopotkin
This question came in PSIR 2A (2019)
At that time, I had superficial knowledge about 2A. I knew in case ‘Democracy’ is asked, Huntington is to be quoted. I didn’t know then if in case, he has given 3rd Reverse Wave. I do remember this was how I introduced the answer. I feel it turns out very well. The examiner for sure, considered my negligence as extra ordinary assessment :D
Waise, I feel this question was asked in context of Yellow Vest Movement, France and in reference to growth of Social Movement seeking issue based instant justice.
I too think it’s under politics of representation and participation. The question is directly talking about participation and asking for examples, which makes me think they want less general theory (which Huntington’s would be) and more specific reasons.
How would you guys answer?
Jammu,Thanks yaar. this is so nice. have they covered entire syllabus from notes or will i still have to refer handwritten ones ? because at the outset it seems whole syllabus is there.
Sorry, I haven’t used it personally. Found it late 😪 but I think they’ve covered it all - at least all of what constitutes ma’am’s notes.
okay, thanks a lot :)
whatonly,Jammureasons could be - decline of parliament and legitimacy crisis, neo liberal policies leading to govt playing a minor role in citizens' life as people depend more on private sector for services so voting has little value for them, fake news and political interference by foreign state actors like russia, changing political attitudes with respect to democracy.USA is one example i remember, but i dont have precise data.
Haan. All good points!
Also
1. The failure of political parties to provide a real choice.
2. As people move up the social mobility ladder and acquire a certain standard of living, their day to day lives will not depend on the government schemes that elections will determine.
It will be interesting to see if this year and the next, due to the pandemic, turnout among demographics where it is hitherto low now increases. I know a lot of people who until now were apolitical and didn't care much who ruled, but having suffered have strong opinions about their government.
@whatonly @KropotkinSchmopotkin
This question came in PSIR 2A (2019)
At that time, I had superficial knowledge about 2A. I knew in case ‘Democracy’ is asked, Huntington is to be quoted. I didn’t know then if in case, he has given 3rd Reverse Wave. I do remember this was how I introduced the answer. I feel it turns out very well. The examiner for sure, considered my negligence as extra ordinary assessment :D
Waise, I feel this question was asked in context of Yellow Vest Movement, France and in reference to growth of Social Movement seeking issue based instant justice.
I too think it’s under politics of representation and participation. The question is directly talking about participation and asking for examples, which makes me think they want less general theory (which Huntington’s would be) and more specific reasons.
How would you guys answer?
Okay, I get your point.
I have a concern. I have studied everyhing in notes, etc, but I have never done it theme based / as per syllabus.
Like, I am habitual of writing X’s stuff in Y, Y’s in X, in case I could recollect it quickly. Overtime, I have realised it is not fetching me anything great.
How do you see it, like this question that we are presently referring to, in case I get to write today, I won’t think just from Politics of Participation and Representation but would jot down everything I know from all sections.
Like presently in mind, Rousseau is roaming, so I might quote him, Roussea said Englishman won’t like to wait for another 5 years to change govt, englishman would seek quick legislation. So when voting comes, englishman won’t consider it important. I don’t know in which context he said this, but I am sure I would write it.
How do you see questions, like do you track it to topic in syllabus in mind.
Throw some enlightenment, others are also welcome to shed light.
EiChan,One more point that West mein people are generally indifferent to political parties.
Worldwide, political parties remain among the least trusted institutions.
And collective action problem is more common in the west, people find it hard to find common position (so that leaves a lot of people hanging?)
reasons could be - decline of parliament and legitimacy crisis, neo liberal policies leading to govt playing a minor role in citizens' life as people depend more on private sector for services so voting has little value for them, fake news and political interference by foreign state actors like russia, changing political attitudes with respect to democracy.USA is one example i remember, but i dont have precise data.Haan. All good points!
Also
1. The failure of political parties to provide a real choice.
2. As people move up the social mobility ladder and acquire a certain standard of living, their day to day lives will not depend on the government schemes that elections will determine.
It will be interesting to see if this year and the next, due to the pandemic, turnout among demographics where it is hitherto low now increases. I know a lot of people who until now were apolitical and didn't care much who ruled, but having suffered have strong opinions about their government.
Jai Shree Ram !
reasons could be - decline of parliament and legitimacy crisis, neo liberal policies leading to govt playing a minor role in citizens' life as people depend more on private sector for services so voting has little value for them, fake news and political interference by foreign state actors like russia, changing political attitudes with respect to democracy.USA is one example i remember, but i dont have precise data.Haan. All good points!
Also
1. The failure of political parties to provide a real choice.
2. As people move up the social mobility ladder and acquire a certain standard of living, their day to day lives will not depend on the government schemes that elections will determine.
It will be interesting to see if this year and the next, due to the pandemic, turnout among demographics where it is hitherto low now increases. I know a lot of people who until now were apolitical and didn't care much who ruled, but having suffered have strong opinions about their government.
It won't change much. India has 90cr voters. And a lot diverse to predict the increase trend.
Jai Shree Ram !
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