Anthropology Optional Foundation Course
Score 300+ in IAS/PCS Mains Exam
under the guidance of Pradip Sarkar
Score 300+ in IAS/PCS Mains Exam under the guidance of Pradip Sarkar
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Welcome to Sapiens IAS
Best Anthropology Optional Coaching Institute in India
Sapiens IAS is one of the most reputed and well-known anthropology UPSC training institutes in India. We specialize in “anthropology optional for IAS”.
Our anthropology coaching techniques are famous all over the country for being innovative and unique. Launched over 18 years ago under the careful guidance of Mr. Pradip Sarkar, Sapiens IAS boasts a solid foundation and continuous growth.
Our aim is to help aspiring civil servants from across the nation reach their goals. Unlike most institutes in this field, our “anthropology optional classes” are known to cover the entire syllabus. This approach helps students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject.
Do you want to take anthropology coaching for IAS? If so, Sapiens IAS would be your best choice! With our guidance, you will surely crack the tough UPSC exams. Most of our students have passed the IAS exam with flying colours, and you are sure to succeed too.
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Anthropology Optional Faculty
Ace IAS/PCSwith India's Top UPSC Anthropology Teacher!
With Mr. Pradip Sarkar at the helm, Sapiens IAS has an exceptional faculty. With years of experience in the field of anthropology, Mr. Sarkar is the ideal figure to teach the bright minds of our nation. His strong leadership is what drives our anthropology IAS coaching center to the pinnacle of success.
He has completed Hons, Master in Zoology from presidency college, Kolkata which is one of the prestigious colleges in India.
He scored 349 in anthropology and 352 in Zoology .perhaps which are the highest scores in 2005 IAS exam. ( During his time there were two optional).
He faced all the four interviews in UPSC (IAS) exam. during his time one could only make 4 attempts in UPSC (IAS) exams. Unlike 6 attempts at present.
Pradip Sarkar
(Founder, Sapiens IAS)
OUR UPSC IAS TOPPERs
We are proud to be the part of some of the outstanding and successful journeys.
Ashirwad Kumar
Rank 35, IAS Exam,
313 Marks in Anthropology
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Abhishek Upadhaya
Rank 75, Civil Services Exam 2013
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Bipasha Kalita
Rank 41, IAS Exam,
327 Marks in Anthropology
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M. Naveen
Rank 75, Civil Services Exam 2018
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Nippun Aggarwal,
Rank 197, Civil Services Exam,
329 Marks in Anthropology
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Sourabh Z. Pardhi
Rank 40, IAS Exam,
389 Marks in Anthropology
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Zafar Iqbal
Rank 39, Civil Services Exam 2016
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Alok Ranjan Ghosh
Rank-10, IAS Exam 2018, 414 Marks in Zoology
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Why Sapiens IAS
With over a decade in this field, Sapiens IAS has earned the title of the best anthropology UPSC coaching center in India. Every year, we work with thousands of bright minds from around the country. We shape their understanding of the subjects and prepare them for the gruelling competition that is the UPSC exam. Aside from coaching and mentoring, we also have a well-structured anthropology test series that allows students to take mock tests to assess their strength and weaknesses. You can take these tests, again and again, to prepare yourself for the real UPSC exam. There are many other aspects that make Sapiens IAS stand out.
LIVE AND RECORDED CLASS
Sapiens IAS provides both offline and online coaching for anthropology optional. You can participate in the live classes and also watch the recorded classes later in your own time for faster completion of the syllabus.
LIVE DOUBT CLEARING AND INTERACTION
Do you have any doubts or questions that you need clarification on? Our teachers and faculty members are always ready to provide answers. You can come up with questions during or after the classes.
SYLLABUS AND STUDY MATERIALS
Sapiens IAS is the only anthropology coaching center in India that completes the entire syllabus within record time. We also provide study materials and resources that are completely exam-oriented and focused.
DIVERSE ASSIGNMENTS
To make our anthropology UPSC coaching classes more effective, we give students assignments. These assignments must be submitted on time. After a careful evaluation of each assignment, the teachers provide their feedback and inputs.
MULTIPLE TESTS
As mentioned above, Sapiens IAS also conducts an anthropology test series that allows students to gauge their progress. The more of these tests you take, the better you become at writing answers fast and in a to-the-point manner. This way you can score the highest marks.
COMMITTED FACULTY MEMBERS
The undying effort and dedication of our team is the secret to our success. Sapiens IAS has been helping students build their dream careers for over a decade now. We have been able to do it because of our team.
Featured Anthropology Optional Courses
Sapiens IAS is famous all over the country for providing anthropology coaching for IAS. We specialize in these two optional subjects for UPSC. Our goal is to make the study of anthropology more accessible. Our courses are primarily divided into the following categories.
Anthropology Optional Foundation Course
Our “anthropology optional coaching offline classes” are the regular batch. Our classes are famous for their comfortable and productive environment and high-tech equipment. Here, the study sessions are held in small groups.
Anthropology Optional Online Class
We also provide “anthropology online coaching for UPSC”. These online classes make anthropology coaching much more accessible. You can participate in these classes from wherever and whenever.
Anthropology Optional Test Series (Online/Offline)
The anthropology test series is conducted offline. You can take these tests at the institute. The anthropology offline test series 2024 is currently available.
Anthropology Optional Test Series + Study Material
The anthropology test series is conducted online. You can take them online from your home. The anthropology test series 2024 is currently available.
Anthropology Optional Study Material
We also provide “anthropology Optional Study Material for UPSC”. These Study Materials make anthropology coaching much more accessible. You can participate in our classes from wherever and whenever.
Anthropology Optional Recorded Lecture
We also provide “anthropology Optional Recorded Lecture for UPSC”. These Recorded classes make anthropology coaching much more accessible. You can participate in these classes from wherever and whenever.
Why Choose Anthropology Optional for IAS?
Selecting an optional subject for the UPSC civil services can be difficult. There are many subjects to choose from. However, if you are interested in social sciences, you may consider anthropology as your optional. Anthropology is different from most other subjects that you have grown up studying. That is why our “UPSC anthropology coaching classes” are designed to give you an in-depth idea of what it is all about. Here are a few more reasons for choosing anthropology as your optional.
HIGHLY SCORING
The optional subject covers 500 marks, and how well you do can determine your future. The good thing is that anthropology is a scoring subject. With our guided IAS anthropology coaching, you are sure to ace the exam.
ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE
Students from any background can choose anthropology. Students from all backgrounds such as arts, science and commerce can opt for this optional. MCA, MBA, engineers and doctors can also choose anthropology optional.
COMPACT SYLLABUS
Anthropology is a vast subject, and the syllabus may seem too extensive. However, at Sapiens IAS, we have devised the “best strategy for completing the entire syllabus in just 3 months”. We provide our anthropology optional classes for UPSC 5 days per week.
STRAIGHTFORWARD QUESTIONS
If you study the question papers of previous years, you would notice that the format and style of the questions are to the point and straightforward. You can prepare notes and study the answers to popular questions. You can memorize and revise these answers for the exam as well.
INTERESTING AND FAMILIAR
Our UPSC anthropology optional coaching will show you that anthropology is the study of social concepts that we are already familiar with. Examples include religion, politics, economy, family and kinship, marriage and so on. This familiarity makes anthropology interesting and easy to learn.
THRIVING COMMUNITY
At Sapiens IAS, you will find a helpful community of teachers and other students. We have plenty of useful resources to share with the students. From books to suggestions and notes, you will get all types of guidance from us.
POPULAR UPSC CSE Videos
Part of our anthropology optional online classes, these videos are highly recommended for offline students as well. These video lectures will give you an added perspective on the subject of your choice. If you want to learn beyond the syllabus, make sure to watch the following videos!
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The syllabus of Anthropology for the UPSC Exam is scientifically sub-divided to maximize the learning outcomes. Classes are held as per the pre-defined scheduled plan. 100% coverage of syllabus in a meticulous manner is ensured.
Paper and Section | Topics | Number of Classes |
Paper I | Section A | Unit 1.1 |
Paper I | Section A | Unit 2 to 5: Socio-cultural Institutions |
Paper I | Section A | Unit 6: Anthropological Theories |
Paper I | Section A | Unit 7 and 8: Communication and Languages |
Paper I | Section B | Basis of Biological Anthropology along with Unit 1.7 of Section A |
Paper I | Section B | Organic Evolution |
Paper I | Section B | Human genetics |
Paper II | Section A | Archeology: Unit 1.8 of Paper I and Unit 1.1 |
Paper II | Section A | Indian Society (Unit 2 |
Paper II | Section B | Tribal India (Unit 6 |
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Anthropology Optional for IAS FAQ's
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If you are wondering which optional subject to choose for your UPSC IAS exam, give anthropology a try. If you like science-based subjects, you are sure to find anthropology interesting as it is about the study of social science. It is also a highly scoring subject that would help you gain good marks.
The syllabus for anthropology optional is fairly extensive. To complete the whole syllabus before the exam, you would have to study day and night. That is why Sapiens IAS has crafted a strategy that allows you to complete the syllabus within just 3 months! You just have to take our classes 5 days a week.
Anthropology optional is available to all IAS aspirants regardless of the specifications of their past qualifications or backgrounds. However, students from science backgrounds are known to do well in anthropology.
Sapiens IAS specializes in anthropology. So, it is fairly natural that our courses on anthropology are one of a kind. We provide both online and offline classes. We also provide all the required coursework, study materials, notes, and suggestions.
There are various ways to prepare for anthropology optional. However, if you are studying this subject for the first time, you should start by gaining conceptual clarity. You can then move on to understanding more complex areas.
While it is possible to study anthropology optional on your own, we would not recommend it. UPSC exams are notoriously difficult to crack. To improve your chances of success, you must take a strategic approach. Only experienced professionals and coaches can guide you in the right direction.
Anthropology is an excellent option for the UPSC IAS exam. Many students avoid it because of its extensive syllabus and scientific approach. However, with the help of Sapiens IAS, the major struggles are bound to disappear.
The more you read, the more you learn. That is what we have always heard our teachers say. However, when you are preparing for a competitive exam, you need to study strategically. Our coaches at Sapiens IAS will tell you exactly which books to buy to make your anthropology studies more efficient.
If you are looking for an IAS training institute in India, look no further than Sapiens IAS. Sign up for our anthropology optional classes to have a better opportunity of success at the final exam.
Sapiens IAS is known for its success rate and list of accomplished students who are now proud civil servants. What you may not know is that our institute has some of the most affordable pricing structures for anthropology optional. It allows students from all economic backgrounds to enrol.