How to start preparation for UPSC?

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    Ankit Kumar | Contributor-Level 10

    2 years ago
    Beginners should ideally get at least 10 12 months before the UPSC prelims exam for preparation. You can comprehensively cover the syllabus and have enough test practice only then. You should start with the common GS papers before moving on to the optional papers. Step 1: Know the exam well. Step 2: Strengthen your foundation. Step 3: Upgrade Your Knowledge with standard books. Step 4: Practice Answer Writing + Revision. Step 5: Mock-Test Based Learning Approach. Subscribe to the Best Newspaper for UPSC the finest and the safest option is The Hindu. Make separate copies for each subject while making notes. Make a copy only for the Curr
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    NISHA NA

    3 years ago
    For preparing for any exams, Start from going through the syllabus and last year exams paper. You can mark your weak and strong subject and make timetable accordingly as it's help to manage your time and efforts. You can know easily where you need to focus more. Try to give more time for practice on those topic which looks hard to answer.

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