What is the smart way to crack the UPSC Prelims exam?
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There are many ways to crack the UPSC exam. Some of the points are listed below;
1- Understand the UPSC Syllabus.
2- Analysis of the Previous Year's Papers.
3- Resources.
4- Planning the Correct UPSC Strategy.
5- Revision is the Key.
6- CSAT for UPSC Prelims 2022.
7- Avoid Negative Marking.
8- Attempt Mock Tests.
9- Stay Confident and Avoid Negativity.
10- Access Mindful Techniques. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha UPSC exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/upsc-exam). I hope this will help you. -
1. Cover the whole syllabus
2. Attempt mock test
3. Proper revision
4. Make proper notes
5. Avoid exploring new portion or topic before one month
6. CSAT should be taken very seriously
7. Practice previous year question papers8. Current Affairs are the most amorphous part of prelims.
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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.
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