Dear Students, Political science and International Relations Optional has been the top choice ever Since the inception of Optional Subjects in UPSC.
Why PSIR Optional has become the Top Choicefor UPSC Aspirants.
Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) as a subject not only is interesting but also inspiring to study. The subject can transform perspectives and thought processes. Our personalities do change from a layman to a statesman.
From UPSC point of view, Political Science has got good overlaps across various GS subjects.
IASbaba’s classes and answer writing program for Political Science and International Relations (PSIR), have been highly recommended by the students for several reasons.
Lively classes with simplified explanations of the concepts
Comparison and inter-linkage of the concepts for better analysis of the Ideas and Philosophies
Live answer writing sessions after every class, including the Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
Individual mentorship for customising the plan of preparation for every student.
Features of the PSIR Foundation Course
250 plus hours of Offline classes
Value Add Notes (VAN) for all topics in the syllabus
Test series including: 12 tests with 10 sectional tests and 2 full-length tests
Discussion classes will be taken for each test
A detailed synopsis will be provided for the tests
Timely evaluation and detailed feedback of the tests
Individual doubt clearing and mentoring sessions
A dedicated dashboard for every student to help with easy and speedy access to the programme
PSIR Foundation Course for 2026 is Scheduled - 5th October 2025
Faculty Profile
Adesh Sir
Adesh M H sir has been teaching and mentoring students from 8 year. He is known for having great expertise in not only teaching but also in planning the study, selection of resources, revision, and training the students in writing the best quality answers.