How can a first year student of ECE prepare for IAS exam? Which books should I refer for the preparation for UPSC exams?
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Hello Chinta,
To crack the IPS exam, the preparation requires the right approach along with the right study materials and strategy.
You may refer to books such as:
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1. General studies manual.
2. Indian politics by Lakshmikanth.
3. Ancient History by D.D.Kausambis.
4. R.S.Agarwal [Arithmetic].
5. Wren and Martin [English Grammar].
6. Logical reasoning and data interpretation by Arun Sharma.
7. NCERT science books of class IX and X.
8. Social science NCERT books of class IX to XII.
9. Modern Indian history by Bipan Chandra.
10. Geography NCERT books of class XI and XII.
11. School Atlas of Oxford Publication.
12. Political science NCERT books of c...more
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In my opinion, if you want to prepare for UPSC or any other competitive exams later, you can pursue a BA in Political Science, Economics, History, or Sociology. Since their syllabus is heavily equipped with GK, Indian and world history, public policy, public administration, Indian and world politics, it'll be easier for you to strengthen your base.
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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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