How to start UPSC preparation from the basics?
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Some steps to help you get started:
Understand the exam: The first step in UPSC preparation is to understand the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly. You can visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission UPSC and download the syllabus and exam pattern. Read newspapers: Reading newspapers regularly will help you stay updated with Current Affairs and improve your comprehension and writing skills. You can read The Hindu, Indian Express, or any other newspaper of your choice. NCERT books: The NCERT textbooks for classes 6 to 12 are a great source of information for basic concepts in subjects like history, geography, pol...more
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No, the Commission do not mention any Minimum Qualifying Marks for the General Studies Paper 1. But there is a criteria of Minimum 33 % for the General Studies Paper 2 (Aptitude) paper.
The IAS Prelims exam is conducted offline in the pen and paper mode. There is no sectional cutoff in the IAS prelims exam because the number of questions from a section is not fixed and they vary year to year.
No, the number of IAS vacancies is fixed to 180. Every year, the Commission recommend 180 candidates for the Indian Administrative Services (IAS). In case of any change, the Commission will notify.
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