What's the best time period to prepare for UPSC?
I am in BA 1st-year and my ultimate dream is to be an IAS. Will it be good if I start preparing for it from my beginning of college life. If yes, can you provide some tips.
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Time is a precious asset for aspirants aiming for UPSC prelims exam. Effective time management is a stepping-stone towards your success that comes when you complete the syllabus on time and maintain regular revisions for perfection. Staying focused on effective time management and the study methodology during preparations will immediately bring many benefits to you. Cracking the exams strictly demands a clear understanding of chapters and sections from a candidate:
- conventional subjects like History, Polity, Geography, and General Science. - contemporary topics from Indian Economy, Environment, and Ecology, General Awareness, Science...more
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