“Why to Choose English Literature as an Optional?” is a strategic guidance module that shows how English Literature can become a high-scoring UPSC optional for humanities-oriented aspirants. Taught by UGC NET‑JRF qualified faculty Anamta Rizvi, with a PhD in English and 6+ years of teaching, the course explains syllabus demand, scoring potential, overlap with essays and GS papers, and how to tackle paper-wise preparation. Students learn how to approach texts, criticism and previous year questions so that literature becomes an asset, not a gamble, in their rank strategy.

• Mentorship by an experienced English Literature specialist with NET‑JRF and PhD credentials.
• Explains exam pattern, booklist, and strategy to finish the vast syllabus smartly.
• Shows overlap with essay, ethics and GS to maximise marks with one preparation.
• Suitable for UPSC and UGC NET aspirants wanting a humanities-based, analytical optional.