How to start preparation? Exam Tips For Civil Service Main Exam 2017
Keep in mind that the Main exam has descriptive type of questions. It tests the candidate’s ability on various levels. The time limit for the essay paper is set for 3 hrs. without a word limit. However for the optional paper, there are questions having specific word limit like 250 words in optional subjects and 250 words, 150 words and 20 words in general studies. It is necessary to attempt and answer these questions quickly and effectively and in minimum words. Candidates often get confused about whether to adopt the paragraph or the point style of answering questions. It would make sense to adopt a style reliant on the question asked. If the question requires you to discuss, analyze or critically examine, it would be better to answer the question in the paragraph format. If you are required to list the advantages or give reasons for/ against etc., it makes sense to pick the point format of answering. Answers should highlight the facts and concepts in an attention-grabbing way and should never read like a passage from a book.
Get Previous Years’ Question Papers: This is the best way to get an idea of how the questions in the Main exam of Civil Services are asked. The exam pattern and types of questions asked make you familiar with what the actual UPSC IAS Mains 2018 exam shall be like. Take these question papers of all sets of the UPSC Civil Services (IAS) Mains Exam.
Make a Proper Plan: If a study plan for weeks split into number of days which are further split into number of hours allotted to each topic saves a lot of time which is otherwise wasted in chaos when all the subjects and all the topics pile up in the end.
Practice Mock Tests: A candidate must keep taking mock test as it gives the actual feel of the exam. There are online mock tests for the UPSC IAS mains 2018 exam. One can practice on a regular basis to encounter questions based on each topic in detail. Candidates appearing for the UPSC IAS mains 2018 exam this month in October 2018 may visit online educational websites & practice at least two tests a day till last 3 weeks.
Being Simple: Try using simple English and avoid ornate language which takes the attention away from the original facts and the opinions about a given topic.
Time Management: Practice writing the answers as it is the best way to manage the time limit set for the exam. Practice daily and try finishing your answers within the allotted time it will help you get used to the time and word limits.
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