Tips & Tricks Current Affairs for UPSC
Current Affairs are a vital part of the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Here is some piece of advice on how to read Current Affairs & Daily News Analysis for the UPSC Exam:
Choose Reliable Sources
Select reliable sources for reading current affairs such as newspapers, govt websites, magazines and news channels like (Rajya Sabha TV WION TV). Some popular sources for current affairs include The Hindu, Indian Express, Down to Earth, Economic Times, PIB (Press Information Bureau) website etc.
Understand the Context
While reading Current Affairs/Daily Newspaper Analysis, it's essential to understand the context of the news. For example, if you come across information related to a policy or scheme, you should know the background and purpose of the policy or scheme.
Categorize the News
Categorize the news into different subjects such as polity, economy, international relations, environment, etc. It will help you remember and recall the information easily during the exam.
Make Notes
While reading current affairs, make notes of important events, dates, and names of persons involved. Use bullet points and keywords to summarise the news.
Revise Regularly
Regular revision is crucial for retaining the current affairs knowledge and completing the Mains answer within 3 hours. Revise the notes at least once weekly and update them with the latest news. They say, "UPSC is all about multiple revisions".
Practice UPSC Previous Year Questions
Practice the UPSC previous year's questions related to current affairs. It will help you understand the questions asked in the exam and improve your time management skills.
Last but not least, reading current affairs requires consistent effort and dedication. Stay updated with the latest news and be thorough with the background and context of the news