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Post by Self Study IAS on Mar 21, 2015 13:58:35 GMT 5.5
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Post by Self Study IAS on Mar 21, 2015 21:19:40 GMT 5.5
Quiz 25, Polity Consider the following statements: 1. The supreme court hears only those who petition or appeal in English. 2. The constitution has specified the official language of different states. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Full quiz here - selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-25-polity/ |
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Post by arvind on Mar 22, 2015 11:10:03 GMT 5.5
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Post by Self Study IAS on Mar 28, 2015 10:31:40 GMT 5.5
Quiz 26 : Geography The products from forests are classified as major and minor. Which of the following is/are MAJOR forest produce? 1. Wood 2. Bamboo 3. Tendu Leaves Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 3 only d) None Full Quiz here - selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-26-geography/ |
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Post by gauravgoyal on Mar 29, 2015 21:10:28 GMT 5.5
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Post by ranjan848 on Apr 10, 2015 11:58:12 GMT 5.5
hiii... i am new o this site and want to prpaire civil service exam as a begainer....please suggest me
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Post by color on Apr 11, 2015 14:07:21 GMT 5.5
Hello all, Check this out abcdofupsc.wordpress.comPS: I have been banned in forumias just coz i pasted this link... A friend is contributing on this blog.He says he will post it regularly after 15th april. I sometimes fail to read the newspaper. So, I found it useful. You may check it out too. Please Yatri dont ban me for this post. |
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Post by Self Study IAS on Apr 16, 2015 18:39:42 GMT 5.5
GS Prelims Test Series 2015 (10 Full Length Mock Tests @ Rs 500 only)Self Study IAS is launching a test series for General Studies (Paper 1) Prelims examination. It comprises of 10 full length (covering whole syllabus of GS) mock tests. The cost of the test series is Rs 500 only, so each test comes to you at Rs 50. The idea is to make you practice 1000 quality questions that will make you ready for the Prelims exam in August 2015. The tests will help in practicing, revising and covering topic/ideas which may have been missed by you during your preparation. You will receive the test paper and solution file right in your email inbox.
Two full length sample paper and their solutions are attached so that you can get an idea about the quality of questions. For Details - selfstudyias.com/gs-prelims-mock-test-series-2015/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on Apr 19, 2015 11:19:58 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 27 : Economy 100 people went for a job in a company. The company told them that while there is a vacancy, none of them posses the skill required for the job. What kind of unemployment would this be called? a) disguised unemployment b) structural unemployment c) cyclical unemployment d) none selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-27-economy/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on Apr 19, 2015 11:34:27 GMT 5.5
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Post by Self Study IAS on Apr 22, 2015 10:50:11 GMT 5.5
The Interview process at UPSCThose going for the interview (the first timers) have numerous questions about what all (and in what sequence) happens on the day of interview. This post attempts to give a step-by-step description of all the interview related formalities. Entry
You have to report at the time given in front of the UPSC gate (shown in the picture). The candidates have to wait outside until the checking/verification process starts. Suggestion : Please bring an identification proof (mains admit card/ voter ID/ Aadhar card/ PAN card etc – any one item will do) in addition to the documents called for. After verification you will be allowed to enter the UPSC gate. After the entry at the gate, you will be guided to enter the building from a specific entry point. Submitting your mobile
You will have to submit your mobile in an envelope (which will be given to you). Write your name and roll number on the envelope, switch off the mobile and submit it to the concerned person. They will give you a token. Suggestion: It’s better not to take a mobile with you. Getting your table number
You will then be given a table number (like 1, 2, 3….13, 14 etc). This is the table where you have to sit. Entry into the circular hall
After getting your table number, you will be guided in a circular hall which will have many tables, with chairs around them. Find your table and get seated there. Various newspapers will be kept there and you may read them if you want. for full post - selfstudyias.com/the-interview-process-at-upsc/
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Post by Self Study IAS on Apr 27, 2015 16:24:02 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 28 : Environment Increased level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere would impact the plants in many ways. These can be: 1. decrease in photosynthetic productivity of plants. 2. Proliferation of weeds. 3. Increase in number of insects and other pests. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 For full quiz, answers & explanations, visit selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-28-environment/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 6, 2015 10:39:38 GMT 5.5
Some recent updates from my blog - How should one prepare for Indian polity?
Preparing Indian Polity, or for that matter any subject/topic of UPSC comprises of 3 steps. 1. Base book reading 2. Practicing questions 3. Revision & Correlation 1. Base book reading For Indian polity, the base book is of-course, M. Laxmikanth. Start with any chapter, that interests you. Don’t worry too much about remembering articles of the constitution, acts, amendments etc in the beginning. If any topic becomes too complex to understand, skip it to read something simpler.......... For full post - selfstudyias.com/how-should-one-prepare-for-indian-polity/ Why isn’t India using their Thorium power to generate energy? This post deals with the three stage nuclear power programme of India. India is following a three-stage nuclear power programme (that was formulated by Dr. Homi Bhabha in the 1950s). The ultimate focus of the programme is on enabling the thorium reserves of India to be utilised in meeting the country’s energy requirements............... For full post - selfstudyias.com/why-isnt-india-using-their-thorium-power-to-generate-energy/What are some very useful mnemonics for the UPSC civil services examination? One Sentence write-up Complex and confusing information can be written in a simple one line sentence. For eg. UPSC has this habit of asking who all participate in the election/removal of President and Vice-President (VP) ? Now most candidates get confused in these. I have made a very small simple write up for it – President (Election) – all Elected (MPs + MLAs) (removal) – all MPs Vice-President (election) – all MPs (removal) – all MPs For full post - selfstudyias.com/doubts-queries-and-questions-upsc-1/What should a UPSC aspirant not do while preparing for the exam?There are many such things, but I will put up few most important of those:- 1. DO NOT waste too much time on online forums, communities, groups and social networking sites. 2. DO NOT procrastinate on answer writing practice. Most aspirants think that they will start answer writing practice after completing syllabus. But syllabus completion is a myth in UPSC. Start today, start now ! 3. DO NOT waste time in speculating over syllabus change/pattern change etc.............. For full post - selfstudyias.com/doubts-queries-and-questions-upsc-1/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 9, 2015 16:19:12 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 29 : Census Report (Geography) Which of the following is/are correct according to the definitions used in the census 2011? 1. Adolescents are those in the age group of 10-19 years. 2. Youth are those in the age group of 15-35 years. 3. Sex ratio is the number of men per thousand women. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 For full quiz, answers and explanations - selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-29-geography-census-report/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 16, 2015 8:31:04 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 30 Consider the following statements about Indian Depository Receipts (IDRs): 1. They allow foreign investors to invest in Indian companies. 2. They are denominated in Indian Rupees Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 For full quiz, answers and explanations - selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-30/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 18, 2015 9:31:40 GMT 5.5
How UPSC asks current affairs in GS Prelims? Current Affairs (CA) is an important segment in the prelims exam. Nevertheless, UPSC has it’s own distinct way of asking questions from current affairs. Combining current affairs with conventional knowledge UPSC do not ask direct current affairs. It expects a student to combine current affairs with conventional knowledge. This is evident from the questions asked in last four years. This may be for two reasons – 1. UPSC wants to kill the extra advantage that those with coaching have....................... Continue Reading - selfstudyias.com/how-upsc-asks-current-affairs-in-gs-prelims/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 19, 2015 12:10:39 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 31 : Current Affairs Deltas of eastern India are shrinking due to 1. huge amount of sediments being deposited. 2. groundwater mining. 3. construction of large dams. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 c) 2 and 3 only Full quiz with answers and explanations at - selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-31-current-affairs/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 20, 2015 12:21:05 GMT 5.5
How to practice Prelims MCQs for UPSC? How do you practice questions for prelims? Do you just read the question and then check the answer? Or do you ponder over the question, come to an answer and then check it? This post elaborates an approach to get the maximum from practicing prelims MCQs selfstudyias.com/how-to-practice-prelims-mcqs-for-upsc/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 21, 2015 9:21:25 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 32 : History What was the reason for the rise of Magadha among the Mahajanpadas? 1. strategic location 2. association with the activities of Buddha 3. fertile zones of land Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-32-history/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 22, 2015 23:48:01 GMT 5.5
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 24, 2015 9:26:42 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQS Quiz 33 : Science Chloroform can be used as 1. reagent 2. cleaning agent 3. insecticide Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-33-science/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 25, 2015 15:30:51 GMT 5.5
Applying logic in UPSC General Studies PrelimsNo, the heading of the post is not incorrect. You may think that logic is to be used in paper 2 (informally CSAT) and not in general studies. However, we can and we must use logic in general studies prelims paper as well. Given the vastness of UPSC syllabus, it’s just not possible to cover everything. Nevertheless basics can be covered and then we can apply logic to answer what may seem a difficult/advanced question.What I call logic here, is essentially a composition of three techniques – 1. Applying basic knowledge to solve advanced/difficult questions 2. Avoiding extremeties 3. Calculated guess and risk Let’s try to understand these by taking examples from actual UPSC paper. Please find the full post here - selfstudyias.com/applying-logic-in-upsc-general-studies-prelims
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 27, 2015 9:10:26 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 33 : Geography Tropical cyclones do not form over equator. This is because 1. Equator is a zone of wind convergence. 2. The temperature over equator is too high. 3. There are no fronts over equator. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) none selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-33-geography/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 30, 2015 9:35:02 GMT 5.5
Prelims MCQs Quiz 35 : Environment Soil acidification can occur due to 1. heavy rainfall 2. application of fertilizer 3. shifting cultivation Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 selfstudyias.com/prelims-mcqs-quiz-35-environment/ |
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Post by Self Study IAS on May 31, 2015 10:24:05 GMT 5.5
Application based question in polity for UPSC Prelims We all read M.Laxmikanth for Indian polity. However, in last few years UPSC has asked questions in polity that were beyond the scope of the book. While the book contians legal and constitutional provisions, questions from actual implementation of acts, policies, provisions etc were asked. These are what I call ‘application based questions in polity’. selfstudyias.com/application-based-question-in-polity-for-upsc-prelims/ |
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