How can I increase my UPSC general knowledge?
India Year Book. Newspaper- The Hindu, Indian Express. Manorama Yearbook. Economic Survey. Mathrubhumi Yearbook. Current Affairs – Arihant. Yojana Magazine.
Which GK is best for UPSC?
Lucent’s General Knowledge. General Knowledge 2022. S. Chand’s Advanced Objective General Knowledge. Concise General Knowledge Manual 2021. One Liner Approach General Knowledge – 1822. Rapid General Knowledge 2021. General Studies – 10000+ Objective MCQs. General Studies – 14000+ Objective MCQs.
How do I start preparing for general studies?
Generally, making notes is a good practice because making notes let you decide what is important for you to study. Test Series – Once you complete the syllabus, it’s important to test your knowledge. Even if you don’t take UPSC coaching, you can take the Mock test.
How do I start preparing Current Affairs for UPSC?
Concentrate More on Analysis. Most of the candidates just give importance to memorizing the current affairs. Linking of Topics. Newspapers. Magazines – Use Limited Numbers with Proven Track Record. Notes – Make it a Habit. Revise – Consistency. Limit your Sources.
How to memorize GK?
Read the newspapers for daily current affairs. Use study materials for GK questions with answers. Stop worrying that you’ll forget. Use the power of intention to remember. Use the power of selective memory. Revision is essential for recall.
Is studying 5 hours a day enough for UPSC?
1) An aspirant may not be able to concentrate fully for the entire 5 hours; hence there will be gaps, 2) An aspirant has to study GS, optional, current affairs, etc., every day, and to divide the 5 hours, may not be effective. Hence, an aspirant should try to put at least 7-8 hours every day and gradually increase it.
Is GK asked in IAS exam?
General Knowledge is a highly essential subject and numerous questions are asked in the UPSC mains and prelims exams.
Who is youngest cracking UPSC?
Ansar Shaikh is the youngest IAS Officer in India. He is a 2016 batch IAS who secured an AIR 361 and made his place on the UPSC Toppers List. Ansar Shaikh was just 21 years of age when he achieved this feat. He chose Marathi as a subject for taking the Mains exam and Interview.
How do I start to give my 100% in studies?
Make a Proper Routine. It is a must to have a plan in mind. Set A `To-Do’ List. Set Study Goals. Find an Effective Study Method. Find an Appropriate Study Environment. Clear the Study Place. Do Concentration Exercise. Switch Off Unnecessary Electronics.
Which is best book for general studies?
UPSC General Studies Books For Preliminary Examination: ‘Geography : NCERT Books and Certificate Physical and Human Geography’ by Goh Cheng Leong. ‘Indian Polity : Indian Polity’ by M Laxmikanth. ‘Indian Economy : NCERT Books and Indian Economy’ by Ramesh Singh. ‘General Science’ : NCERT textbooks.
