Does UPSC repeats questions in mains?
Yes! UPSC papers have repetitions of questions from previous year’s papers, but only for certain topics.
Do UPSC toppers attempt all questions in mains?
The candidates have to try to attempt all the questions to gain maximum marks in the Mains Exam.
Is clearing UPSC mains easy?
The UPSC Mains exam is very tough as compared to the prelims. Consider these stages as a hierarchy which only increases the challenging intensity with every level. Many think that the competition is lower in mains which is true.
How UPSC mains answer sheets are checked?
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.
Can UPSC be cracked in 1 attempt?
It is a myth that no one cracks the UPSC Civil Services. Exam in the first attempt.
Does handwriting matter in UPSC mains?
To clear the UPSC civil services exam, you must practice writing answers and when you do this, you should practise for good handwriting as well. It will definitely help you in scoring good marks in the mains exam. If you already have clear handwriting, don’t bother too much about not having ‘beautiful’ writing.
Why do most UPSC aspirants fail?
Lack of Proper Planning and Guidance Lack of planning is another reason for the failure in the UPSC IAS exam. Many students make a subject more difficult for them, their focal point hence they could not score well in others. A few students make a plan and don’t stick to it so fail to get success in this exam.
Is 2 hours of studying enough for UPSC?
The UPSC civil services exam is considered one of the toughest exams in the country. And, because of this, a lot of people recommend studying for about 15 hours per day during the IAS exam preparation time.
What is the toughest stage of UPSC?
The UPSC Civil Services Examination is considered to be the toughest examination in India.
What is lowest marks in UPSC mains?
Candidates have to mandatorily score minimum 10% marks in each of the 7 papers as well as clear the total or overall cut-off marks for the main exam as determined by the Commission.