General Studies Paper-3 (Mains)  by Maniram Sharma is a thoroughly updated and examination-oriented book tailored for aspirants of APSC, APPSC, MPSC, and UPSC Mains examinations. Aligned with the latest syllabus prescribed by state and central public service commissions, this book is a one-stop resource for mastering GS Paper-3, which covers some of the most analytical and current-affairs-driven topics in the civil services mains curriculum.

Unit 1:

Significant Developments in Science and Technology

• Applications of S&T in everyday life

• Achievements of Indians in science and technology

• Indigenization of technology and development of new technology

Unit 2:

Information Technology, Space Technology, Defence Technology, Nano-Technology, Bio-Technology

Unit 3:

Issues relating to Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs), Various International Treaties and Agreements

Unit 4:

Comparison of the Indian Constitutional Scheme with that of Other Countries

Unit 5:

Separation of Powers between various organs, Dispute Redressal Mechanisms and Institutions

Unit 6:

Structure, Organization and Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary

Unit 7:

Appointment to various Constitutional Posts, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies

Unit 8:

Statutory, Regulatory and Various Quasi-Judicial Bodies

Unit 9:

Government Policies and Interventions for Development

Unit 10:

Development processes and the development industry – the Role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders

Unit 11:

Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population by the Centre and States

Unit 12:

Issues relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, and Human Resources

Unit 13:

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency, and Accountability

Unit 14:

Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

Unit 15:

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora – their Structure, Mandate

Unit 16:

India and its Neighborhood – Relations

Unit 17:

Bilateral, Regional, and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India

Unit 18:

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s Interests, Indian Diaspora

Unit 19:

Issues relating to Poverty and Hunger – with special reference to Assam