Score Maximum in UPSC GS Papers
Generally UPSC asks following types of questions in the UPSC Mains General Studies Papers.
- Evaluate/critically evaluate
- Discuss
- Elucidate
- Critically Examine
- Comment
How to Score Maximum in UPSC GS Papers ?
1. Read the questions twice, understand the need of the question and answer accordingly.
2. Refer UPSC GS Mains Previous Years Question Only or UPSC Mains Previous Year Solved Paper( English | Hindi )to get a glimpse of the kind of questions asked in the mains exam.
3. Apply the 7-5-3 rule in answering the questions of UPSC Mains Exam. The 7-5-3- rule is as simple as the numbers given, where
- SEVEN – Candidates’ should ensure to answer the question in 7 minutes
- FIVE – Write at least 5 points in their answers centering the keyword.
- THREE – Elaborate each point in at least 3 dimensions (as per the need of the question)
- In Social, Economic, Political and Geographical perspective
- For, against, and conclusion
- What/Why/How
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