Speaking specifically about the Aspirants series-2, the first season is very relatable as many aspects of being an aspirant have been acknowledged. However season 2 is being promoted in such a give me the way and it has it taken away it's charm of being and honest show about the aspirants

What to see in season 2? Aspirants-2 review:

The second season of the show picks up from where it left the last season. Abhilash Sharma played by Naveen kasturia gets two more attempts because of governments decision and he goes again to Rajendra Nagar to his friends with whom he shares contentious relationship, as they still can't make up their mind as to they should stay mad at him for something he did he long ago,in previous season or if he should be forgive him because he is now a district magistrate.

Abhilashs falls in the reality category officers,as in those popular reality versus expectation mind game.

His idea of Administration is purely academic; however when in practice his ideas are like poison and can have very stressful outcomes and this show tries to question Abhilash lacks expertise.Even though none of the aspirants in "Aspirants" have truly done anything to earn the respect of one another, their relationships feel a little adolescent. The entire plot revolves around Abhilash and Sandeep's quest for dominance. The "tripod" is how they refer to their group, but their tale is more complex than a broken friendship. It's actually a pretty poisonous friendship, the kind that most individuals outgrow as they get older. Because Abhilash is powerful, SK and Guri only want him around. However, Abhilash is too conceited to see that his ego is the source of his problems. Aspirants' inebriated declaration that "old Rajendra Nagar must be declared a heritage site" makes one feel as though the show is celebrating the poison that the Indian education system has been promoting for years.

cast=Naveen Kasturia, Shivankit Singh Parihar, Abhilash Thapliyal, Sunny Hinduja, Namita Dubey, Harish Chhabra, Tengam Celine, Abhishek Sonpaliya

Where to watch?

The web series "Aspirants" (Season 2) was released on 25th October 2023 on the OTT Platform. This web series has 5 episodes.

How many episodes are in Aspirants Season 2?

Watch Aspirants (Season 2) Full Series Online (With English Subtitles)

All Episodes list and Link (Language: Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu)

S2 E1. Episode 1: Self Study

S2 E2. Episode 2: Strategy

S2 E3. Episode 3: Murphy's Law

S2 E4. Episode 4: Mock Interview

S2 E5. Episode 5: Final Interview

OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video

So now dear UPSC aspirants!

It's important to understand the difference between infotainment, entertainment, and knowledge. Infotainment is a mix of information and entertainment, but it's not always accurate or reliable. Entertainment is simply something that's fun to watch or do, but it doesn't teach you anything. Knowledge is what you need to pass the UPSC exam and achieve your goals.

Don't be fooled by infotainment or entertainment disguised as knowledge. There are a lot of resources out there that claim to help you pass the UPSC exam, but they're just trying to make money off of you. Stick to reputable books, mentors, and educational institutions for your knowledge.

It's also important to take breaks from studying to relax and recharge. Watching a movie or TV show can be a great way to clear your head and come back to your studies refreshed. But don't obsess over every coaching center's notes or think that you need to watch every UPSC-related video on YouTube. There's no need to cram everything into your head at once.

Beware of misleading ads by IAS coaching centres!

Recently, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has launched an investigation into 20 IAS coaching centres for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices. Here are the names of the coaching institutes and the actions they are taking:

·         Rau's IAS Study Circle: Fined Rs. 1 lakh by the CCPA and has filed an appeal against the order in the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC).

·         Chahal Academy: Fined Rs. 1 lakh by the CCPA.

·         IQRA IAS: Fined Rs. 1 lakh by the CCPA.

·         IAS Baba: Has got a stay order on the CCPA notice.

The other coaching institutes under investigation are:

·         Vajirao & Reddy Institute

·         Khan Study Group IAS

·         APTI Plus

·         Analog IAS

·         Shankar IAS

·         Sriram's IAS

·         BYJU's IAS

·         Unacademy

·         NEXT IAS

·         Drishti IAS

·         Vision IAS

·         Yojana IAS

·         Plutus IAS

·         ALS IAS

·         Dhishti IAS

The CCPA has found that many of these coaching centres are misleading students by:

·         Using the names and pictures of successful candidates to influence prospective aspirants, without disclosing that the candidates may have taken coaching from multiple institutes or for different subjects.

·         Not clearly disclosing what courses the successful student has undertaken with the institute.

·         Claiming success for students who have just taken a 'free mock interview'.

The CCPA has urged students to be careful when choosing an IAS coaching centre and to report any misleading advertisements to them.

What can students do to protect themselves?

Students can protect themselves from being misled by IAS coaching centres by doing the following:

·         Do your research: Students should carefully research different coaching centres before enrolling in one. They should read reviews from past students and talk to current students to get their feedback.

·         Be wary of tall claims: Students should be wary of coaching centres that make tall claims about their success rates or the quality of their faculty.

·         Ask for details: Students should ask coaching centres for details about their syllabus coverage, teaching methods, and faculty qualifications.

·         Read the fine print: Students should carefully read the terms and conditions of any contract before signing up for a coaching course.

Here are some tips for balancing infotainment, entertainment, and knowledge:

·         Be selective with your infotainment. Only watch or read infotainment from reputable sources.

·         Don't neglect your entertainment. Take breaks from studying to relax and recharge.

·         Focus on knowledge. Make sure your study materials are accurate and reliable.

·         Don't obsess over everything. It's not possible to know everything about the UPSC exam. Focus on the most important concepts.

Remember, the UPSC exam is a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourself and don't get overwhelmed. Good luck!

Call to action points:

·         Follow reputable sources for UPSC infotainment.

·         Schedule breaks into your study routine.

·         Focus on knowledge from trusted sources.

·         Don't obsess over every detail.