I've bit difficulty in deciding an optional subject for UPSC preparation. Which subject can be reached out easily and scoring. ?

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Asked by Rajat Bohara
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ANAND K
6 years ago
Choose your optional subject based on interest in subject, notes availability and proper guidance. All the above 3 are important in deciding your optional subject. Further certain subjects like Anthropology, Public administration, Sociology are favorite among aspirants.

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