The UPSC Personality Test is the last step in the rigorous, year-long civil services examination (CSE) process. Candidates who made it through Mains now face a much more intense battle for a spot in the final list. In a little over 30 minutes, a candidate can gain a substantial advantage by performing well in the…
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UPSC aspirants have always had a hard time picking a good optional subject, and when it comes to History, many of them are unsure how to study. History is a common IAS exam optional which you can combine it with your GS Paper, which is one of the many benefits of taking History as an…
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When it comes to preparing for the UPSC CSE, candidates need to focus on numerous aspects in the overall scheme of things. Without a shred of doubt, previous years’ question papers are among the essential reference materials for all aspirants. They serve as the Bible. They are the guiding light. And you can direct your…
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To clear the UPSC Exam, you must compulsorily opt for English and a regional Indian language. You can select from the 22 languages that are made available to you which will be your Paper A. English will be Paper B. Although compulsory subjects are not considered in the merit list, these are qualifying papers to…
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Mock tests: How many are too many? In the UPSC world, mock tests are an indispensable routine, like long study hours, persistent revisions, and relentless hard work. Hence, to prepare for the UPSC Preliminary exam, UPSC aspirants must take an unlimited number of mock tests. What’s The Magic With Mock Tests? We say “unlimited mock…
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Passing UPSC’s Civil Service Exams is the highest goal of any student aiming for higher offices in civil services, like the Indian Foreign Service, Indian Administrative Service, or the Indian Police Service. So it is understandable that there is a lot of anxiety and stress associated with these exams. If you’re looking for quality UPSC…
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Much has been discussed and debated about the UPSC as one of the toughest competitive exams ever. It’s time we discussed the UPSC interview round, the third and most challenging stage of the UPSC gauntlet. Also known as the Personality test, the interview round lasts approximately 30 minutes and assesses the candidate’s administrative potential in…
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One of the main challenges of the UPSC Mains is the essay paper, which is crucial in garnering maximum marks out of the 250 marks allotted for this paper. The paper carries not one but two essays on two different topics, which is, in fact, the biggest challenge of all. If you are unsure about…
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Which is the Editorial Section in a Newspaper? Are you reading the editorial section in the newspaper? It is considered the most special spot in a daily publication because it is a compilation of the paper’s own editor or a senior journalist’s personal opinion on a given current situation. Editorials are mostly neutral, but they…
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The apex of the Union’s recruiting agency is Union Public Service Commission. If you are an IAS aspirant, a brief knowledge of the interview panel will be useful. By knowing the professional and educational background of the panel members, you will gain a better chance to ace the interview. We have consolidated the list of…
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