How to start preparation for UPSC?
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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...more -
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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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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