By Papri Chanda
Published Jun 12, 2024

Hindustan Times
Education

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UPSC Prelims 2024: 10 preparation tips to remember

For every aspirant, it is important to go back to basics. Make sure that you have strong foundation in all the subjects you chose for the exam. 

Tip 1: Go back to basics

The less the resources will be, the concrete the preparation will become. Follow 1-2 books for each subject and get a grip on all the topics and chapters thoroughly. 

Tip 2: Minimum resources

Surfing online you will get a lot of study material which is available. But it is important to choose the authentic study materials from the reliable sources. 

Tip 3: Choose authentic study material

Always give enough time for revision. This is one of the key factors to crack the prelims exam. The more time you allot for revision, the more confident you become during exam. 

Tip 4: Give time for revision

Keep a separate time in your everyday routine to solve the previous year questions. Solving more previous year questions will help you understand the question pattern UPSC follows for prelims exam. 

Tip 5: Solving previous year questions

Appear for mock tests on regular basis to improve your preparation game. Giving mock tests every day will help you to locate your weak areas in your preparation, which can be improved. 

Tip 6: Appear for mock tests

Meditate everyday for atleast 15 minutes. Health experts are of the opinion that meditating daily for some time keeps stress at bay and helps individuals to remain positive. 

Tip 7: 15 minutes meditation

Keep your diet light and healthy. Avoid junk foods and focus more on eating everything that will increase your energy and improve your stamina.  

Tip 8: Focus on healthy diet

Allot some time to listen to soothing music while you are preparing for the exam. Good instrumental music can help you calm down and lighten up your mood instantly.

Tip 9: Listen to soothing music

The most important tip is to sleep well while preparing for UPSC Prelims. Good sound sleep will keep you fresh, increase your memory and make you feel energetic. 

Tip 10: Good sound sleep