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How can I memorize geography for UPSC?
You read about Geographical phenomenon almost on a daily basis in the newspapers. When you read about a natural calamity or phenomenon, relate it to what you have read in the textbooks. This way, you are also preparing for the current affairs.
How do I start reading for geography optional in UPSC?
Start with NCERTs. Refer to Atlas. Interlink Static and Dynamic Portion. Focus on Maps & Statistics. Follow the Integrated Preparation Approach. Make Notes and Refer to Previous Year Questions. For Paper I. For Paper-II.
How to prepare geography notes for UPSC?
Understand the syllabus of Geography for IAS exam. Read/prepare notes from NCERTs. Check UPSC previous year question papers. If it is your optional subject in UPSC Mains exam, have a definite strategy as the syllabus of Geography is extensive.
What books should I read for geography Upsc?
Geography: NCERT Class VI – The Earth Our Habitat. Geography: NCERT Class VII – Our Environment. Geography: NCERT Class VIII – Resource and Development. Geography: NCERT Class IX – Contemporary India – I. Geography: NCERT Class X – Contemporary India – II.
What is the fastest way to memorize Geography?
Mnemonic devices. Organize the information. Use “chunking” Visualize information. Association. Frequent Reviewing.
What is the easiest way to study Geography?
Start with the continents. Be knowledgeable about large bodies of water. Don’t be stuck up on memorizing all the countries. Use history or current events to remember better. Visualize locations. Make flashcards. Ask for help. Keep a map close by.
Is Geography optional less scoring?
Geography is a scoring subject because unlike humanities subjects, there is not much scope for interpretation. Also, diagrams, flowchart, etc. can be used to get more marks. The map-based questions are also scoring.
Which source is best for Geography UPSC?
Indian Geography by Majid Hussain. Indian Geography by Khullar. Certificate Physical and Human geography by GC Leong. Oxford School Atlas.
Which is the easiest UPSC optional?
Which optional subject is easy in UPSC? Answer: Sociology, Geography, and Public Administration are easy subjects to score. Many candidates have scored more than 400 marks in these optional subjects as per the previous year’s result.
Where do I start reading Geography?
Physical Geography by Savindra Singh. India: A Comprehensive Geography by D R Khullar. Human Geography by Majid Husain. Models in Geography by Majid Husain. Geographical Thought by R D Dixit. Fundamentals of Geographical Thought by Sudeepta Adhikari.
