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New question posted•2016-04-04 17:05:42
Which are the important books for clearing IPS exam?
65 Views|Posted 2016-04-04 17:05:42
Asked by Sheikh
New answer posted•2016-03-31 18:21:23
Can I prepare for IAS exam at home? Can you suggest some good materials for the preparation?
69 Views|Posted 2016-03-31 18:21:23
Asked by Surya
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2016-03-31 18:21:23
Ya u can prepare.But at home u need to study every aspect u must have to refer various books etc.and I guarantee u if u prepare in this way it will take minimum 2 years to complete ur portion.But coaching institutions will make things easy for u.They know on which topic we must stress and they will
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New answer posted•2016-03-25 15:23:26
Can you tell me about the trimester system? Is trimester system good or not? Am I eligible for IAS exam after doing it?
67 Views|Posted 2016-03-25 15:23:26
Asked by Mohit
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2016-03-25 15:23:26
The trimester system divides the academic year into three terms of 14 to 16 weeks each, with attendance required in two trimesters per year, to total 28 to 32 weeks of instruction. The trimester evolved from the semester system in the 1960s and, thus, is compatible with it (i.e. it is simply a semes
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New answer posted•2016-03-18 11:00:42
Which are the books to prepare for IPS civil exam?
109 Views|Posted 2016-03-18 11:00:42
Asked by Umakant

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2016-03-18 11:00:42
Hi Umakant,
To crack the IPS exam, the preparation requires the right approach along with the right study materials and strategy.
- You may refer to books such as :
General Studies Manual
Indian Politics by Lakshmikanth
Ancient History by D.D.Kausambi’s
R.S.Agarwal [Arithmetic]
Wren & Martin [English Gra
To crack the IPS exam, the preparation requires the right approach along with the right study materials and strategy.
- You may refer to books such as :
General Studies Manual
Indian Politics by Lakshmikanth
Ancient History by D.D.Kausambi’s
R.S.Agarwal [Arithmetic]
Wren & Martin [English Gra
New answer posted•2016-03-06 19:19:16
Should one appear for the IAS exam either just after graduating or later?
117 Views|1 Followers|Posted 2016-03-06 19:19:16
Asked by Ziya

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2016-03-06 19:19:16
Obviously, time has great benefits. No. of years in service may get you to the top positions in early age.
New answer posted•2016-03-03 20:44:51
Which optional subject should be chosen for the IAS exam?
96 Views|Posted 2016-03-03 20:44:51
Asked by Mohit

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2016-03-03 20:44:51
According to me, you should go for public administration.
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New answer posted•2015-12-07 14:40:25
Are science subjects good for scoring in IAS exams or Arts subjects?
83 Views|Posted 2015-12-07 14:40:25
Asked by Tina

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2015-12-07 14:40:25
Some subjects definitely require an intensive and extensive study, surely. Some consider Arts subjects less risky and prepare for UPSC from that stream.
New answer posted•2015-03-30 01:35:02

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2015-03-30 01:35:02
Make sure you do mock papers on a regular basis. They are easy to get. Then separate your weaknesses and then work upon them.
New answer posted•2014-12-22 14:09:19

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2014-12-22 14:09:19
Ias exam requires one year of dedicated study.You can start your preparation with NCERT books for 6th 7th 8th 9th and 10th standard.also you should start reading THE HINDU.The notes and study material provided by SNM IAS ACADEMY is a full proof solution for whole IAS preparation.You can get in touch