What is 7 5 3 rule in UPSC?
SEVEN – Candidates’ should aim to answer questions within 7 minutes per question. FIVE – Write 5 points in their answers related to the keyword. It would be better to break down the answer into bulleted points. THREE – Elaborate each point in 3 dimensions as per the requirements listed in the question.
How can I make my answer writing attractive?
Prioritize Questions. Precise Answer. Do Not Turn Answer Sheet Into Drawing Book. Must Attempt All The Questions. Revision Of Answer Sheet.
Who checks UPSC mains answer sheets?
The Head Examiner evaluates random/sample UPSC Mains answer sheets before the Examiner’s meeting. Immediately after the Head Examiner evaluates the random answer booklets, the Examiner’s meeting starts. Here, all the examiners discuss the papers and agree on standards and yardsticks to assess and evaluate the papers.
How much is 250 words in UPSC?
A general thumb rule which can be helpful in the exam hall is that – if the question has a 150-word limit, then the answer should be written within 1 and a half A4 pages. If it’s 250, then write the answer not going beyond 2.5 A4 pages.
What is luck factor in UPSC?
Luck is the factor that comes to those who have diligently pursued their dreams and aspirations and done everything in their power to accomplish them. They don’t leave anything to chance. The UPSC may be unpredictable but far from uncertain.
Does UPSC repeat questions in mains?
Yes! UPSC papers have repetitions of questions from previous year’s papers, but only for certain topics.
How to answer unknown questions in UPSC mains?
Try to answer ‘unknown’ questions using common sense and logic. Don’t leave them blank thinking examiner would be intimidated by your stupid answer. Even a lack of Single Mark can keep you out of the list. While answering, don’t strive for perfection.
Is gel pen allowed in UPSC mains?
Yes, gel pen is allowed in UPSC answer writing for the Mains exam. However, gel pens tend to cause fatigue if one writes with them for a long period of time. So most of the candidates prefer to write with a ball pen in the UPSC Mains exam.
Which Colour pen to use in UPSC mains?
UPSC in its instructions it is mentioned using a black ballpoint pen.
What is the lowest score in UPSC?
There is no minimum mark in the UPSC interview. Mostly, the marks awarded for the interview ranges from 40% to 80%.
