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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Archaeology course includes major portions of Indian and Western History which can be helpful in UPSC Prelims preparation. Along with it, students can also take Anthropology optional which includes major portions of Archaeology and can help in better scoring and success in UPSC Mains examination.
UPSC is a civil services exam which is conduted in three stages that is Prelims, Mains and Interview. Each stage is crucial to qualify for in order to be eligible for the next stage of exam and final qualification.
Students can learn more about UPSC exam details below:
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects like History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, and Public Administration are considered good scoring papers in UPSC Mains exam as optional subjects and also provide considerable weightage and marks advantage in UPSC Prelims exam.
Many UPSC aspirants consider taking Humanities and Social Sciences stream subjects as UPSC Mains optionals for better score and success in the exam.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, students can prepare and apply for UPSC after completing their graduation with BA Social Work. Major subjects in UPSC CSE exam come from Humanities and Social Sciences stream which helps students successfullly qualify for the exam in minimum attempts.
UPSC is a civil services exam which continues in three stages including UPSC Prelims, UPSC Mains, and Interview session. Candidates must be at least a graduate to be eligible to apply for UPSC exam.
Students can get more information about UPSC exam and syllabus below:
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
History subject can be taken as an optional paper for UPSC CSE exam. The History optional subject for UPSC includes two papers of 250 marks each. UPSC History optional for Mains exam includes various subject topics such as pre-history, ancient history, early medieval India, european penetration, economic impact of british colonial rule, etc.
UPSC preparation takes about 6 months to 2 years on an average depending upon the aspirant. History subject provides a measurable weightage in the UPSC Prelims exam as well.
Students can check the complete syllabus details of History optional for UPSC exam below:
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
History is one of the best scoring subjects for UPSC exam preparation and very popular among UPSC aspirants. UPSC is a civil services exam which is conducted once a year for recruitment of government officials for administration and other services.
UPSC is considered one of the toughest exams to crack and highly regarded in Indian society. The UPSC CSE exam is conduted in three main stages including UPSC Prelims, UPSC Mains and Interview round.
History is one of the UPSC Mains general subjects and Prelims subjects. Taking History as an optional adds to advantage of the candidate as it is already covered Mains. The familiarity
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a year agoGuide-Level 15
You can download UPSC toppers' answer copies and notes from different online sources such as InsightsIAS, VisionIAS, which offer downloadable content for free or minimal charges. Platforms such as SuperKalam and 99Notes also compile handwritten notes and strategies of toppers. Telegram groups and YouTube channels operated by toppers also post their preparation tips and resources. Physical copies are found in competitive exam bookshops or libraries. They are used by aspirants to learn exam patterns, enhance answer writing skills, and become more efficient in their preparation strategies.
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a year agoContributor-Level 6
Since no digital instrument (of any type) is allowed at the UPSC exam centre hence the candidates cannot show the digital copy of their admit card. Moreover it is advisable to take a coloured print out of the UPSC admit card. The exam centre officials will see the admit card and one photo identity proof before allowing entry into the exam centre.
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a year agoContributor-Level 6
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) admit card contains essential information for candidates regarding their examination details. Here's what is typically included:
Candidate's Name: The full name of the candidate as registered.
Roll Number: A unique identification number assigned to the candidate.
Photograph: A passport-sized photo of the candidate, which should match the one uploaded during the application process.
Father's Name: The name of the candidate's father.
Mother's Name: The name of the candidate's mother (may not be included in all admit cards).
Date of Birth: The birth date of the candidate for verification purposes.
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a year agoContributor-Level 6
The Union Public Service Commission conducted the UPSC CSE (IAS) 2025 exam on May 25, 2025 at the designated exam centres across the nation in the offline mode. The candidates should note that the UPSC admit card 2025 was released on 13 May 2025.
The candidates should keep visiting Shiksha.com to get the latest update about the UPSC admit card or they should keep visiting the official website to check the availability of UPSC hall ticket.
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