Choosing the right optional subject for civil services is a critical decision that can significantly impact your overall performance in the examination. Here’s a more detailed look at why this choice is so important: 1. Scoring Potential High Scoring Nature: Certain subjects have historically been more scoring due to their objective nature, clear-cut answers, or … Continue reading Unlocking Success: Why Choosing the Right Optional Subject for Civil Services is Crucial
Author: Deepak Dutt Mamgain, Director, Equations IAS
“Mastering the Uttarakhand PCS Interview: Comprehensive Guide to Success!”
Understand the Interview Format: Familiarize yourself with the structure of the interview, which typically includes a panel of experienced interviewers. Understand the duration of the interview, usually around 20-30 minutes, and the marking scheme, which may include aspects like knowledge, communication skills, personality, and overall impression. Know the Syllabus and Current Affairs: Review the syllabus … Continue reading “Mastering the Uttarakhand PCS Interview: Comprehensive Guide to Success!”
“Mastering UPSC Mains Answer Writing: Key Strategies for Success”
Understand the Exam Pattern: Familiarize yourself with the structure and syllabus of the UPSC mains exam, which consists of nine papers spread over a week. For instance, Paper 1 is Essay, Paper 2 is General Studies-I, and so on. Understand the weightage of each paper, each topic and allocate your preparation time accordingly. Know the … Continue reading “Mastering UPSC Mains Answer Writing: Key Strategies for Success”
How to Prepare for SSC – 7 Strategies for Beginners
How to Prepare for SSC - 7 Strategies for Beginners You are here to know how to get started for SSC. But before I list down the best practices, let us first understand about the format and syllabus of the SSC Examination. SSC or Staff Selection Commission examination is one of the most sought - … Continue reading How to Prepare for SSC – 7 Strategies for Beginners
10 Things Aspirants Always Miss Before Attempting For UPSC/IAS Exams
Since a candidate is permitted only 6 attempts at the examination, all candidates want to clear the examination in their first attempt. Clearing the Civil Services preliminary exam is not very difficult if you plan it well. You need an organized plan and a complete understanding of the syllabus to hit the bull's eye in … Continue reading 10 Things Aspirants Always Miss Before Attempting For UPSC/IAS Exams
How To Choose The Best IAS Coaching Institute – 5 Questions You Must Ask.
Most candidates appearing for IAS Exams are unacquainted with the demands of the exam and examiner. Each candidate has different requirements based on their academic background, financial status, strengths, weaknesses, etc. Clearing the exam without the guidance of a good coaching institute is a tough task. There are a lot of misconceptions and doubts regarding … Continue reading How To Choose The Best IAS Coaching Institute – 5 Questions You Must Ask.
What You Must Know While Preparing for Essay writing in UPSC
Novelist Stephen King put it beautifully when he said, “I write to find out what I think.” Writing is a window to your thought process. What you write on paper will tell the reader how you think, how you argue and the way you substantiate your viewpoint. This is why for most competitive examinations and … Continue reading What You Must Know While Preparing for Essay writing in UPSC
South China Sea Dispute – Explained
South China Sea Dispute The South China Sea is considered to be one of the busiest waterways in the world and is a significant gateway for trade and merchant shipping. The South China Sea disputes are maritime and island claims between different sovereign states in the region. The countries party to these disputes are China, … Continue reading South China Sea Dispute – Explained
Citizenship Amendment Act
The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) It seeks to allow illegal migrants from certain minority communities who are facing religious persecution or fear of religious persecution in Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan eligible for Indian citizenship by amending the Citizenship Act of 1955. (Remember bill is about those religiously persecuted non muslim immigrants from above said muslim majority countries who … Continue reading Citizenship Amendment Act
Naxalism in India
What is Naxalism or Left Wing Extremism (LWE): The term ‘Naxal’ derives its name from the village Naxalbari of district Darjeeling in West Bengal, where the movement originated in 1967 under the leadership of Charu Majumdar and Kanu Sanyal. It refers to the use of violence to destabilize the state through various communist guerrilla groups. … Continue reading Naxalism in India
