Q. What is the syllabus for prelims?
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Q. What are the topics in prelims?
GS PAPER I
- Current Affairs Analysis and Questions.
- History of India and Indian National Movement.
- Indian and World Geography. Physical Geography. Social and Economic Geography. Geography of the World.
Q. Is 5 Months enough for prelims?
If you aspire to be one and wondering if you can crack the IAS examination in 5 months, don’t worry. Experts believe that you can…but it would not be easy. On an average, a UPSC Civil Services aspirant puts in about 12 to 15 months of preparation.
Table of Contents
- Q. What is the syllabus for prelims?
- Q. What are the topics in prelims?
- Q. Is 5 Months enough for prelims?
- Q. Is there maths in UPSC Prelims?
- Q. Is prelims tougher than mains?
- Q. How can I crack IAS by self study?
- Q. When does UPSC prelims syllabus come out?
- Q. Which is the General Studies paper in UPSC prelims?
- Q. Which is the GS I paper in IAS prelims?
Q. Is there maths in UPSC Prelims?
In the UPSC Prelims Paper II (CSAT), a number of questions will be asked from the Maths Section. There will be the same kind of Maths questions that used to be asked in the Traditional Prelims GS paper. By the Maths questions in the CSAT, your basic Ability to Accuracy and calculation will be judged.
Q. Is prelims tougher than mains?
The UPSC Mains exam is very tough as compared to the prelims. Consider these stages as a hierarchy which only increases the challenging intensity with every level. Many think that the competition is lower in mains which is true. But the competition is even stronger than before because everyone is on the same level.
Q. How can I crack IAS by self study?
How to start preparation for IAS without coaching?
- Step #1: Know the UPSC CSE.
- Step #2: Internalise the UPSC syllabus.
- Step #3: Plan your work and then work your plan.
- Step #4: Make notes and revise.
- Step #5: Get help whenever needed.
- Step #6: Use online sources.
- Step #7: Remember to take breaks.
Q. When does UPSC prelims syllabus come out?
** The official syllabus of UPSC exam is released along with the IAS notification. The official UPSC notification was released on 4th March 2021. The UPSC Prelims syllabus can be divided into two parts:
Q. Which is the General Studies paper in UPSC prelims?
The General Studies Paper-II in UPSC Prelims is often referred to as CSAT or Civil Services Aptitude Test. The CSAT exam has been part of controversy ever since its introduction. A section of candidates has alleged that CSAT is negatively biased towards them.
Q. Which is the GS I paper in IAS prelims?
The GS I paper in the IAS prelims comprises topics from History, Geography, Economy, polity and governance, general science, and most importantly current affairs. The subtopics are mentioned below.
