Overview
The MaargX Economics Module is a subject-wise UPSC course that covers the Indian economy for the UPSC syllabus, from national income and growth to the budget, banking and the external sector. It is a focused module: topic-wise lectures, with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs) to practise what you learn.
This module covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (Economic and Social Development) and Mains GS-III.
Module at a glance
| Detail | What you get |
|---|---|
| Subject | Economics |
| What you get | Lectures on the subject, with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs) |
| Practice | DPPs: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject syllabus |
| UPSC papers | Prelims General Studies Paper I (Economic and Social Development) and Mains GS-III |
| Not part of this module | Mentorship and tests (see the related courses below if you need them) |
Who it is for
This module suits UPSC aspirants who want to study Economics as a separate subject, in the order the syllabus follows, and who prefer to add mentoring or tests only when they need them.
Related courses and resources
You can pair this module with Environment Module, Science and Technology Module or the GS Foundation Course (1 Year). If you want tests, see the Prelims Test Series (GS & CSAT) or the GS Mains Test Series, and for personal guidance the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship. You can also follow MaargX UPSC's daily UPSC current affairs articles.
Syllabus
The Economics Module follows the UPSC syllabus for the subject, in 6 blocks. The table lists the topic areas each block covers.
| Block | Topics covered |
|---|---|
| Growth and development | Indian economy and issues relating to planning, mobilisation of resources, growth, development and employment; national income |
| Inclusive growth | Inclusive growth and the issues that arise from it; poverty and social sector initiatives |
| Money, banking and prices | Money and banking, inflation and its effects, and the role of the financial sector |
| Government budgeting | Government budgeting, fiscal policy, taxation, subsidies and public finance |
| Agriculture and industry | Major crops and cropping patterns, irrigation, storage and marketing of produce, subsidies; industrial policy and its effects on industrial growth |
| Infrastructure and external sector | Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, airports, railways), investment models, economic reforms and liberalisation, and international economic institutions and trade |
Lectures + DPP
The module has two parts: lectures that teach the subject, and Daily Practice Papers (DPPs) that help you practise it. Nothing else is bundled, so the module stays simple and focused.
1. Lectures
Topic-wise lectures on Economics, following the blocks in the Syllabus tab.
2. Daily Practice Papers (DPPs)
A DPP is a unit-wise question set that covers the subject and fits your study schedule. DPPs have four objectives:
- Strengthen conceptual understanding.
- Improve retention of topics.
- Practise applying knowledge in exam-oriented questions.
- Develop analytical thinking.
What is not included
This module does not include mentorship or tests. To add them, see the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series (GS & CSAT) and the GS Mains Test Series.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MaargX Economics Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Economics. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Economics Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Economics: growth and development, inclusive growth, money, banking and prices, government budgeting, agriculture and industry, infrastructure and external sector.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (Economic and Social Development) and Mains GS-III.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Economics Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Economics as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
Use the Explore Course / Enroll Now button at the top of this page, or call MaargX UPSC on +91-7877885089 or write to contact@maargxupsc.com.
