From time to time the aims and objectives of human activity change. Once upon a time our youths were looking after the family profession. Sons of agriculturists used to be agriculturists and sons of fishermen continued as fishermen only. Now things are different. As per the needs of time and situation the entire aims and objectives before us have changed. Globalisation, computerisation and commercialisation and other many factors have had their effect.
Under the circumstances the field of education has changed enormously. Computerisation has changed the system of education and employment and globalisation has led to enormous competition in the field. Competition and exposure make a lot of difference to human activity and play a crucial role in one’s personality development.
CMA’s IAS Academy, Belgaum, is creating awareness among students and parents about handling competitive examinations effectively. As per a study, the percentage of youth from North Karnataka in the field of IAS is very less. This is because of lack of awareness and knowledge. If the students cultivate the spirit of competitiveness and set a high goal for their career, they can very well compete for civil service employment after graduation.
At the degree level itself students should concentrate on competitive examinations for posts in the IAS, IPS, IFS and IRS. This concentration, awareness, preparation and study towards competitive examinations will definitely help in their routine studies. Students can build up self-confidence, mental ability and competitive spirit in their day-to-day routine activities.
Weekend courseTo spread this concept CMA’s IAS Academy, Belgaum, has started a basic course which will be held only during weekends. All undergraduate students can join the course and prepare effectively for Preliminary and Main examinations.
The competitive examinations are divided into General Studies, CSAT and Optional subjects. General Studies will cover subjects like History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology and Science and Technology as per NCERT/ICSE syllabus.
The CSAT paper consist of comprehension, basic numeracy, mental ability, logical reasoning and analytical ability.
Along with these subjects special guidance will be given in notes making techniques, memory techniques, presentation skills, communication skills, analysis of current events, mind mapping techniques, group learning techniques, and examination techniques.
The Academy has a group of counsellors who are specially trained for this purpose in Delhi and Hyderabad. Students will be given advanced training for all subjects if they prefer. Along with their routine studies all undergraduate students can join this special training course. For more details students can visit CMA’s office or contact 0831-2420147, 6054000.
(The writer is Registrar, CMA’s IAS Academy)
