Xaverian and Presidencian possessing B.A. and M.A. in Political Science with a quest for liberating through knowledge. UGC NET qualified.

Sweta Chowdhury

Western Political Thought is influential in the formulation of political ideas with respect to administration across the world. This course is a detailed account of all the major Western political thinkers

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Western Political Thought for UPSC CSE

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Plato provides us with a description of a just society ruled by erudite Philosophers. This lesson is an elucidation of Plato’s principles as contained in the Republic. Please note that Plato died around 348 BC and not 384.

Plato -Part 1

Plato’s story of the cave is a hypothetical situation constructed by Plato in order to contrast senses and intellect leading to varied capacities of discerning ‘forms’.

Plato -Part 2 Allegory of the Cave

This lesson gives you a simplistic understanding of Plato’s myth in his desire to establish a just society

Plato -Part 3

Plato placed Justice at the centre of his philosophical arguments. This lesson harps upon the unique interpretation of Justice by him.

Plato - Part 4

Aristotle’s approach to philosophy was not in tune with Plato’s idealism inspite of a similarity in the theme. This lesson deals with Aristotle’s concept of teleology and the State

Aristotle-Part 1

This lesson tries to provide an insight into Aristotle’s notions regarding Slavery, Property and Citizenship

Aristotle-Part 2

Aristotle’s six fold classification of Constitutions is significant in understanding his justification of Rule by many and this also forms the starting point of Aristotle’s concept of the Golden Mean.

Aristotle-Part 3

Aristotle’s golden mean is the most realistic aspect of his philosophy through which he harps upon the importance of maintaining a balance in individual life as well as in a political system. He conceives the middle class as possessing the balanced virtues fit to rule.

Aristotle-Part 4

This lesson deals with Aristotle’s concept of revolution. I have also discussed a number of important questions for practice and incorporated some extra facts for enhancing your knowledge on Aristotle’s Political Thought.

Aristotle-Part 5

Thomas Hobbes was a thorough going materialist. In this lesson we aim to understand his new science with the help of some simple examples.

Thomas Hobbes-Part 1

Hobbes’ views on human nature is pessimistic or is it closer to the reality? Pick your conclusion with the help of this lesson.

Hobbes-Part 2

The Social Contract Theory of Hobbes is a justification of absolute monarchy as the only suitable form of government.

Hobbes-Part 3

John Locke is hailed as the Father of Liberalism. This lesson will take you through the basic assumptions of his thought and his concept of tabula rasa.

John Locke-Part 1

Locke’s state of Nature and Social Contract establishes his position as a liberal thinker up to a large extent.

John Locke-Part 2

Locke indulged in a convincing justification of private property in The Second Treatise on Government. This lesson tries to understand the arguments as put forth by Locke.

John Locke-Part 3

Machiavelli’s genius lies in his original contribution to the emerging concept of the modern nation state. This is the first lesson on Machiavelli which throws light on the background and the basic type of rule envisioned by him as contained in The Prince.

Machiavelli-Part 1

Machiavelli’s advice to the Prince with regard to the maintenance of power and his views on fortune make him a bold and realistic philosopher. We must examine his views by placing Machiavelli in his times.

Machiavelli-Part 3

This lesson is a simplified explanation of Machiavelli’s concept of violence and non violence including the best road to power.

Machiavelli-Part 2

Arendt’s philosophy is based on her life experiences as she was a hard core believer in phenomenology. This lesson is an exposition to her philosophy and her concept of human autonomy.

Hannah Arendt-Part 1

This lesson deals with Arendt’s views on power and politics including the form of democracy advocated by her.

Hannah Arendt-Part 2

Civil disobedience forms a significant part of Arendt’s philosophy but well within democratic norms.

Hannah Arendt-Part 3

Mill urged for a shift from an atomistic view of individuals to a more social view on the basis of liberal tenets based on utilitarianism.

John Stuart Mill

Marxist Socialism is a convincing argument against the exploitative mode of capitalist production in terms of surplus value which leads to alienation of workers and fetishism of commodities.

Karl Marx- Part 1

Marx differs from Hegel with regard to his emphasis on matter over and above ideas. His views on Historical Materialism and Revolution is celebrated till date.

Karl Marx- Part 2

Gramsci as a Marxist thinker is unique due to his emphasis on the super structural aspect of ideas as the source of hegemonic rule by the Capitalists.

Antonio Gramsci

Writer, Educator, Ex-IRS Officer, Author of books on 'Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude' & 'Essay and Answer Writing'  for UPSC Civil Services

Awdhesh Singh

This Course is for GS Paper IV Mastering Case Studies of Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude.

Mastering Case Studies of Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude

This Course provides information about the status of education and the human resource development in India. This Course is beneficial for UPSC aspirants.

Education and Human Resource Development in India : UPSC

Roman Saini

This course covers all the important topics of the 4th report of 2nd ARC. It covers the following topics - Ethical framework for the Judiciary, modification and enactment of important acts/laws. Reforms into institutional and Ethical framework, Reforms in Civil Services. 4th report - Preface and Outline (2nd ARC), Introducing new laws, Lokpal, Lokyukta, Ombudsman. Citizen initiative to control corruption, role of media, IT, Proactive vigilance. Do watch and share.

4th Report - Ethics in Governance (2nd ARC) for UPSC CSE Mains

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Rohit Mishra

This course will help to understand ethics paper topic "Code Of Conduct" in very simple and storytelling way.
Rohit Mishra has some case studies related to this topic which will be shared in last lessons of course so, stay tuned for more benefits.

(Hindi) Codes Of Conduct

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An Electrical Engineer have completed 33 years of career in power sector with MP electricity board, BSES Delhi & abroad

Krishan Kumar Tiwari

This course deals with Ethics in Governance - Key Points of 2nd ARC 4th Report

(Hindi) Ethics In Governance - Key Points of 2nd ARC 4Th Report

Ankur Aggarwal

In this course Ankur Aggarwal Sir will discuss about various Ethics Case Studies which will be beneficial for all the Civil Services Aspirants

Lessons

25 lessons • 6h 6m