Which subjects should I opt in BA, I want to appear for UPSC exam?

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    Vinay kr Pandey Simple but significant | Scholar-Level 16

    2 years ago
    Dear aspirant, the best B.A. The subject is that which has a link or some syllabus common to the general studies papers. These types of subjects are - History, Geography, Economics, Political Science
    By opting for these types of subjects for the optional some syllabus of general studies paper get prepared itself. With the optional paper preparation. These subjects are also useful in the preliminary exam. This type of strategy will save a lot of time during preparation. It is a good & smart approach to the exam. You can pick from the following five:
    Geography
    Political Science
    Economics
    Modern History
    Sociology
    You can also take any literature
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    Raj shakya #ReadyToHelp | Scholar-Level 16

    6 years ago
    Honestly, according to the graph analysis of degree background related to IAS qualifiers, its a highly heterogeneous data, Degree in any stream hardly matters when it comes to pursuing IAS exam but yes if you wish to lower your burden to some 20% you may go for B.A. As that will help you make a basic interest and foundation to read subjects related to IAS exam in vast. But personally, IAS exam is not degree or stream or merit oriented; the pure mantra is long sitting hours, long reading hours and the retaining power!
    Any degree in any stream is anyhow going to help you for optional subject choice while in IAS Mains exam. Good Luck!
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    Swapnaneel Bhuiya | Scholar-Level 17

    6 years ago
    Political Science honours is the best option if you want to prepare for UPSC with BA. It helps a lot.
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    Bhavna Singh I am a law student. | Contributor-Level 6

    8 years ago
    Political science honours is the best option if you want to prepare for UPSC with BA. It helps a lot. But still helps more for UPSC.
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    Shubham Tiwari

    9 years ago
    Basically, is depends on your interest. Since, you are doing BA, you can choose between History or Geography. You can also go for political science.

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