1. Understand the Syllabus and Exam Pattern Spend the first few days understanding the UPSC syllabus for both Prelims and Mains . This helps you identify important topics and avoid unnecessary reading. Print out the syllabus and keep it as your daily guide. 2. Focus on High-Value NCERTs and Standard Books In the first two months, cover core NCERTs (Class 6-12) for History, Polity, Geography, and Economy, along with standard books like: Polity: M. Laxmikanth Modern History: Spectrum Geography: G.C. Leong Economy: Ramesh Singh or Sriram Notes Environment: Shankar IAS Keep your sources limited and revise them repeatedly. Visit civilsaarthi.com for comprehensive UPSC Study Materials for free. 3. Current Affairs and Newspaper Reading Dedicate one hour daily to The Hindu or Indian Express , focusing on government schemes, judgments, and issues linked to the syllabus. Use monthly compilations from reliable sources like Civil Saarthi, Vision IAS, or Forum...
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