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In this thought-provoking UPSC CSE 2026 preparation lecture, we explore the importance of knowledge, reasoning, and critical thinking for success in the Civil Services Examination. Drawing from socio-cultural theory, Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking Fast and Slow, Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels, and modern films like Pursuit of Happiness and Lunchbox, the session highlights how social interactions, books, and art influence our analytical ability.

You’ll learn why critical reasoning is essential not just for UPSC essays and Ethics papers, but also for decision-making in administration. The lecture connects psychology, literature, and current affairs to practical UPSC strategy, showing how leaders from Galileo and Mandela to Steve Jobs and Martin Luther King Jr. used reasoning to inspire change.

👉 Perfect for aspirants looking to strengthen their Ethics, Essay, and GS papers with multidisciplinary insights.
👉 Includes references to Indian education system, conformity bias, and global best practices like UK’s revamped school curriculum and Critical Thinking Awareness Day.

Whether you’re preparing for UPSC Prelims, Mains, or Interview 2026, this video will sharpen your perspective, help you write richer essays, and train you to think beyond rote learning.

✨ Key Takeaways:

Socio-cultural theory and its link to knowledge & reasoning
Daniel Kahneman’s System 1 & System 2 decision-making explained
Role of literature & cinema in shaping analytical skills
Examples from world leaders and reformers
Practical UPSC essay & Ethics enrichment points

📌 Best for:
UPSC CSE 2026 aspirants, & state civil services students, and anyone aiming to improve critical thinking and answer-writing skills.

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