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How can I read effectively in UPSC?
Read by keeping your UPSC Syllabus in hand. First time just read the book and understand the concepts. Before proceeding to the second read, go through the previous year’s question papers to get a glimpse of the questions asked in the topic. Now in the second read, highlight the important ones.
How do I retain what I read in UPSC?
The best thing is to keep your study sessions short because when you study beyond your capacity, the retention power losses. Take breaks in between and resume every time with a fresh mind.
How can I read faster in UPSC?
Experts recommend reading by ‘chunking’ together blocks of words. In fact, most of us are doing this already but we should try and expand the ‘chunk’, i.e., increase the number of words that we read in a block. The more the number of words you read in one block, the faster you read.
How many hours should I read a day 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.
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.
How can I increase my UPSC memory?
Reduce Caffeinated Coffee and Tea. Research from prestigious institutions have shown that it improves cognitive and memory power of the brain. Even green and black tea has shown to help in boosting memory. The above details would help candidates prepare for UPSC 2021.
How do toppers memorize?
It is said that toppers spend more time practicing for effective learning. You have to inculcate the habit of practicing as it can improve your performance in recalling the information during the exam. It is better to take mock, practice and revision tests for better preparation.
Is 4 hours of studying enough for UPSC?
Some aspirants claim to be studying 15–16 hours a day to prepare to take the UPSC exam. Some can pass the exam with just 6-7 hours of study per day. There isn’t a perfect answer to this question, and candidates must determine the number of hours they spend studying each day based on their abilities and needs.
What are 3 memory techniques?
Organize the information. Make associations. Use visual cues. Create mnemonics. Write it down. Say it out loud. Engage in active recall. Rehearse.
What is the trick to speed reading?
Avoid distractions. Go easy. Cover words that you’ve already read. Know what you want from the text. Benchmark your progress. Practice, practice, practice.
