How To Prepare For Gs2 Upsc?

Is Laxmikant enough for GS Paper 2?

For preparing the GS Paper -2 for the UPSC Exam M Laxmikant is essential but not sufficient. The book is basically factual in nature and does not deal with some of the important concepts.

What should I read for gs2 UPSC?

Introduction to the Constitution of India. Select Constitutions – S. Challenges and Strategy – Rethinking India’s Foreign Policy. Indian Polity for Indian Civil Services Examinations – Laxmikanth. Public Institutions in India – Performance and Design.

Which book is best for GS 2 UPSC?

Indian Polity for Civil Services Examinations – M. Governance in India – M. Pax Indica – Shashi Tharoor. India and the World: Through the Eyes of Indian Diplomats by Surendra Kumar. Introduction to the Constitution of India by Durga Das Basu.

Is GS Paper 2 qualifying?

General Studies paper-2 (CSAT) consists of 80 questions of 2.5 marks each. However, CSAT is a qualifying paper. Candidates have to score a minimum of 33.33 % or 66 marks to qualify. Only GS paper- 1 marks are considered for the cutoff.