đ Courseware on Science and Technology by Ravi P Agrahari
Continuing with its legacy, "Science and Technology" by Ravi P Agrahari in its 9th edition remains the ultimate companion for UPSC Civil Services aspirants and State Civil Services. McGraw Hill is presenting this edition as courseware to readers, which is an end-to-end learning solution designed to make learning holistic and adaptive to changing examination trends.
This courseware includes:
- đĽÂ 60+ Conceptual Videos â Focused on key topics, aiding conceptual clarity.
- đťÂ Chapter-wise Prelim PYQs in CBT format on Edge from year 2011-2025.
- đ Chapter-wise Mains PYQs Answer on Edge from year 2015-2025.
- đ§ŞÂ 11 Unit wise Practice Test on Edge.
- đď¸Â Chapter-wise Video Explanation of Prelim PYQs from year 2011-2025.
- đĽÂ Chapter-wise Video Explanation of Mains PYQs from year 2015-2025.
- đźď¸Â 80+ Infographics in Print product.
- đ¨đŤÂ Author Webinars on Edge.
- đ°Â Quarterly S&T Current Affairs Content on Edge (Videos + Pdf/PPTs).
đ What is a McGraw Hill Edge Courseware?
McGraw Hill Edge Courseware is an end-to-end learning solution designed to make learning holistic and adaptive to changing examination trends. It goes beyond traditional exam preparation, breaking the mould to give our learners a better chance at success. It seamlessly blends the traditional strengths of static resources like books with cutting-edge digital learning solutions, including, but not limited to:
- đĽÂ Conceptual Videos
- đ Study Aids (like infographics)
- đ Knowledge Enrichment Content
- đ Previous Yearsâ Questions (with explanations)
- đ§đťÂ Mock Tests & Performance Analytics
- đŁď¸Â Live Interactive Sessions
- đ Full colour eBook
These features ensure a thorough understanding of the subject matter, enhance learning and retention, provide detailed insights into student performance, and fill gaps in preparation. With the McGraw Hill Edge app, this Courseware can be accessed anytime, anywhere providing full flexibility to the learners. It is interactive and highly responsive to new exam trends; and offers a comprehensive ecosystem that consolidates scattered information into an easily understandable format. McGraw Hill Edge Courseware aims to boost its learnersâ confidence by ensuring that they have access to authoritative information, innovative pedagogies and the confidence to elevate their preparation to success.
đ Salient Features:
- â¨Â Updated Content and Enhanced Visual Presentation: Following the success of the eighth edition, the print product is now presented with updated and improved four colour infographics to facilitate more engaging and comprehensive learning experience. It covers a wide spectrum of topics ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced theories incorporating the latest developments and advancements relevant for UPSC aspirants and undergraduate students, including those from non-science backgrounds.
- đĽÂ 60+ Conceptual Video: Conceptual Video provided for Key topics aiding conceptual clarity for holistic learning.
- đ Mock Test Papers: 4 solved mock test papers to simulate real-time exam conditions and boost your confidence
- đ§ŞÂ 11 Unit wise Practice Test: Exclusive access to 11 Unit wise Practice Test with detailed explanations to keep you exam ready.
- đ Previous Years Questions: Comprehensive coverage of Prelims (2011â2025) and Mains (2015â2025) questions on Edge to ensure exam-oriented preparation and trend analysis.
- đĽÂ PYQ Video Explanations (2011â2025): Detailed video solutions for Prelims (2011-2025) and Mains (2015-2025) PYQs, helping you master both content and strategy.
- đ¨đŤÂ Live Interactive Webinars: Interactive author webinars on the right approach and preparation strategy.
- đĄÂ Practical Approach: Building on its reputation as a "one-stop solution," the courseware offers practical insights on how to approach Science and Technology questions in competitive exams. This approach has been refined based on feedback and analysis from previous editions, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
đąÂ McGraw Hill Edge:
- đĽÂ 60+ Conceptual Videos â Focused on key topics, aiding conceptual clarity.
- đťÂ Chapter-wise Prelim PYQs in CBT format on Edge from year 2011-2025.
- đ Chapter-wise Mains PYQs Answer on Edge from year 2015-2025.
- đ§ŞÂ 11 Unit wise Practice Test on Edge.
- đď¸Â Chapter wise Video Explanation of Prelim PYQs from year 2011-2025.
- đĽÂ Chapter wise Video Explanation of Mains PYQs from year 2015-2025.
- đźď¸Â Addition of 10-15 new Infographics in Print product.
- đ¨đŤÂ Author Webinars on Edge
- đ°Â Quarterly S&T Current Affairs Content on Edge (Videos+Pdf/PPTs)
đ Table of Contents
- Part A Science & Technology in India
- Unit I â Science & Technology in India
- Development of Science and Technology in the Past, Present and Future
- Different Organisations, Institutions and Departments for the Development of Science and Technology
- Unit II â Energy
- Structure of Energy Development in India: Renewable and Non-renewable Energy
- Nuclear Energy, Nuclear Fuel, Radioactive Element and Radioactivity
- Nuclear Diplomacy
- Unit III - Space Technology
- Various institutional setups for Space research and Concepts of Orbits and Launch Stations
- Satellites and Launch Vehicle Technology of India with Space Observatory
- Outer Space Affairs and Various National and International Space Missions
- Unit IV - Communication and Information Technology
- Different Regulatory Bodies and Government Programmes on ICT
- Technical Aspect of Information and Communication Technology
- Internet, Global Internet Governance Network and Their Various Applications
- ICT- based issues
- Cyber Security
- Fundamentals of Computer
- Unit V - Defence Technology
- Unit VI - Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Nanotechnology
- Artificial Intelligence
- Robotics
- Nanotechnology
- Unit VII - IPR and Related Rights
- Unit VIII - Universe and Particle Physics
- Unit IX â Biotechnology
- Biotechnology
- Advancements in Biotechnology
- Unit X - Diseases and Various Immunisation Programmes
- Recent Health and Welfare Programmes including Different Types of Diseases
- Corona Diary: COVID 19-History and Updates
- Unit XI - Miscellaneous Topics
- Part B: UPSC Mains Answers (2021-2024)
