Is it worth joining JNU for MA (politics) for a civil service aspirant whose optional subject is political science?
I am a student of engineering and I am in a confusion whether to join JNU or Vajiram Coaching Classes for UPSC preparation.
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Hi Rakesh,
It is not necessary to join the JNU programme, because if that would have been the case then engineers opting for arts/humanities optional like public administration, geography or history would not have been cracking the civil services examination. The syllabus of optional is desgined in such a way, which can be finished in 6 to 8 months, if done regressively. Second, there is no issue joining the JNU programme as it is good for career enhancement too, but preparing for civil services cannot be the only factor.
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