What historical case studies should candidates study to prepare for UPSC?
Candidates should consider studying historical case studies that illustrate key events and their implications on India’s governance and policy. Important cases include the Indian Independence Movement for understanding national struggles, the Green Revolution for agricultural policy evolution, and the Emergency period (1975-1977) for insights into governance challenges. Other significant studies include the constitutional debates at the time of independence and various economic reforms post-liberalization in 1991. Lastly, examining the successes and failures of policies like rationing and reservation policies can offer critical lessons on contemporary governance.