Sociology optional Nishat Sir (LevelupIAS)

Why do some individuals see a drop in their marks despite having scored 270+ in their previous attempts? They undergo an self-imposed metamorphosis. The new target is 300. And in the pursuit of that target, they “reinvent” their answer-writing. Suddenly, answers are filled with the name of the book, the year it was published, sometimes even the publisher. Well, If mentioning the publisher sounds unnecessary, often so do the year and the book title. They begin using complex keywords and convoluted sentences. They start referring to topper copies to find that elusive “edge.” They remove everything that appears “GS” and replace it with what “merely” appears to be sociology. Yet, they spend very little time strengthening the foundations. Can they clearly differentiate anomie from deviance in Merton’s theory? Do they truly understand what dialectics means and how it brings about change? Can they explain how traditions become agent of modernisation ? The beauty lies in the basics. It reminds me of my experimental experiences with Hyderabadi biryani. A local eatery may serve a simple looking biryani. A five-star hotel may garnish it with saffron, cashews, pistachios and walnuts. The presentation is different, but what ultimately matters is whether the rice is perfectly cooked, the spices are balanced, and the flavours are authentic. The same is true for our answers. Decorations may impress for a moment. But it is only and only fundamentals that earn marks. So make sure the rice is properly cooked. Leave the walnuts aside.