{"id":800916,"date":"2023-12-14T14:17:45","date_gmt":"2023-12-14T08:47:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/discover\/?p=800916"},"modified":"2023-12-14T14:17:45","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T08:47:45","slug":"exam-prep-how-to-prepare-for-upsc-prelims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/discover\/indian-exams\/exam-prep-how-to-prepare-for-upsc-prelims\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for UPSC Prelims? \ud83d\udcdd"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Want to appear for the UPSC exam? <\/strong>We know that UPSC<\/strong> is one of the most difficult exams in the country for qualifying for different posts such as <\/strong>IAS<\/strong>, <\/strong>IPS<\/strong> and many more. Cracking and solving the UPSC exam can appear to be one of the most daunting and difficult tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students might wonder about the question \u201cHow to prepare for UPSC prelims\u201d?\u201d. DON\u2019T WORRY, <\/strong>We have answered your question. In this detailed guide, we have provided you with some tips and tricks along with some preparation material references including books and previous year’s papers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How to Prepare for the UPSC Prelims?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having a decent set of UPSC books<\/a><\/strong> will not be helpful if you do not know how to prepare for the UPSC Prelims. It is the first written exam of Civil Services Exam that is mandatory to pass. The first thing that a candidate should keep in mind while preparing for the exam is some tips and tricks.\u00a0 Here are some tips that a candidate should follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make a Plan \ud83c\udfaf<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first and most important step towards the preparation of the UPSC exam is to prepare and create a study plan.\u00a0If a candidate prefers to prepare the study plan, they will be able to monitor their preparation effectively and use their time wisely.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try To Make Notes \ud83d\udcdd<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While preparing and studying for the exam, the candidates may opt to prepare their notes.\u00a0You can choose and refer to these notes while revising for the test. This will automatically save them time.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

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Also Read:<\/strong> UPSC CSE Eligibility: Age, Educational Background<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have Regular Breaks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Keep your mind refreshed. It is very important to have regular breaks in small intervals. This will give you nice ideas.\u00a0Taking regular breaks can also help you to analyze your <\/strong>strengths and weaknesses.\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Used Study Materials \ud83d\udc69\ud83c\udffb\u200d\ud83d\udcbb<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are a lot of study materials, available online for your practice. This material can include online books available, online previous year papers and solved question papers. Keep scrolling for links for the best recommended books, and solved paper\u2019s link.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Best Sociology Optional Books for UPSC<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Books to Prepare for the UPSC Exam \ud83d\udcda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Along with using and referring to some tips and tricks, here are some of the recommended books that you can refer to for UPSC Preparation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Books <\/strong><\/td>Writers<\/strong><\/td>Click Here To Buy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Indian Polity For UPSC Prelims<\/td>M Laxmikanth<\/td>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
India After Gandhi<\/td>Ramachandra Guha<\/td>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Indian Economy<\/td>Ramesh Singh<\/td>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Introduction to the Constitution of India <\/td>D.D. Basu<\/td>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
India\u2019s Struggle for Independence <\/td>Bipan Chandra<\/td>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
The Wonder That Was India <\/td>AL Basham<\/td>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n

UPSC Previous Year Papers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

UPSC published all the previous papers for its various posts on its official website. Refer to the table below for a direct link to the previous papers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Particulars<\/strong><\/td>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Combined List for all Papers<\/td>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can I prepare for UPSC in just one month?<\/strong>

It can be very daunting for students to appear for the UPSC exam in just 1 month. Students can use reference material such as books, tips and previous year\u2019s papers for practice.<\/p> <\/div>

How can I prepare for UPSC?<\/strong>

It is very easy to prepare for UPSC. Students can refer to best-recommended books, previous year papers and many more.<\/p> <\/div>

What is the full form of UPSC?<\/strong>

The Full form of UPSC is the Union Public Service Commission.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n

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