Understand the past. Write with perspective.
A connected, analytical approach to History Optional for the UPSC Civil Services Examination.
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A classroom where ideas come alive.
Vineet Pushpak teaches through connected explanations, questions and discussion. Explore a glimpse of the classroom before you take the next step.
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OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAMMEHistory is a story.
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History is a story.
Learn to see the connections.
Learn with Vineet Pushpak, founder of Sanchetna IAS and an M.A. and LL.B. alumnus of Delhi University. He brings 19 years of teaching experience, scored 1001 marks in CSE Mains 2007 and is the author of World History.
Our foundation programme connects events, ideas and institutions across the syllabus. The emphasis is on conceptual clarity, original reading and analytical answer writing.
5–6 monthsFoundation programme
3 hoursDaily sessions
5 daysClasses each week
History Optional, taught by Vineet Pushpak.A complete preparation cycle.
Build your foundation
Study the concepts and connections across both papers, using textbooks and structured classroom teaching.
Practise your answers
Work on analysis, argument, structure and clarity with answer-writing guidance.
Test and refine
Use test series, model answers and personal feedback to identify what to improve.
THE SYLLABUS AT A GLANCEPAPER I PAPER II
Two papers. A world of connections.
Ancient & Medieval India
- Sources, prehistory and the Indus Valley Civilization
- Vedic society, states and the rise of major empires
- Art, culture, religion and philosophical traditions
- Early medieval India, the Delhi Sultanate and regional kingdoms
- The Mughal Empire, society, economy and eighteenth-century India
Modern India & World History
- European entry, colonial rule and economic change
- Social reform, nationalism and the freedom movement
- Independence and the consolidation of modern India
- Enlightenment, revolutions, industrialisation and nationalism
- World wars, decolonisation and the post-war world
A topic overview for History Optional preparation. Refer to the applicable UPSC notification for the authoritative syllabus.
Before you begin.
Do I need a degree in History?+
The programme is designed to build understanding from foundational concepts. Aspirants from different academic backgrounds can discuss their needs with the faculty before joining.
What does the foundation course cover?+
The institute describes a 5–6 month programme covering Papers I and II, with three-hour sessions five days a week, study resources and answer-writing guidance. Confirm the current schedule with the team.
Are test series available separately?+
The brochure lists History Optional test series in Premium and Gateway batches. Contact the institute for the current number of tests, fees and evaluation schedule.
How do I confirm fees and batch dates?+
Use the enquiry page, call the institute or start a WhatsApp conversation. The team can confirm the current programme details before you enrol.
EVERY ASPIRANT HAS A DIFFERENT STARTING POINT
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