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About UPSC Prelims Exam and Book Recommendation By IAS Toppers
UPSC Prelims refers to the preliminary examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. In total, the UPSC examination consists of three stages. Prelims is the first stage of the civil services exam. It is a screening test to select candidates for the UPSC Mains examination. It mainly comprises of two objective-type question papers: Paper 1 called General Studies (GS) and Paper 2 called Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT). Each paper is carried out for a duration of 2 hour each. Both the question papers of Prelims exam are set in both English and Hindi. For incorrect answers, there is a negative marking of 0.33 (1/3) mark each. Only the candidates who qualify for the UPSC Prelims exam are eligible to appear for the UPSC Mains exam.
Quick Tips from UPSC Toppers to Prepare for UPSC Prelims
Prelims is the first and the most difficult stage to clear before getting qualified for giving the UPSC Mains examination. Aspirants require consistency, persistence and huge doses of motivation to clear this exam. Here are some quick tips to prepare for the UPSC Prelims:
• Analyze UPSC PYQ (Previous Years Question Papers)
One of the best ways to prepare for UPSC Prelims is to analyze and practice previous years' question papers. Attempting these papers is a sure shot way to build a solid foundation for the knowledge about what a UPSC Prelims Paper is like.
• Understand the Syllabus Thoroughly
Since the syllabus for Prelims is quite vast, it is always a good idea to dedicate some time to thoroughly understanding and getting clear about the entire syllabus, so that you don’t get stuck during your preparatory studies.
Book Recommendation By IAS Toppers
In an era when oodles of UPSC study material is available both online and offline, Disha Publication strives to create Civil Services books that are not only simple to grasp but also cover the UPSC syllabus in deep detail. A wide array of books are available, both in English and Hindi, for all serious aspirants and these books are recommended by IAS Toppers. With top-of-the-line subject matter experts and IAS connoisseurs, hundreds of professionals work together to produce each title of Disha’s UPSC books.