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How to attempt GS 4 Time division: 1 hr 35 minutes (max 1:40) for case studies and 1:25 minutes for section A Section A 1) Write 3-4 dimensions and give examples. Don’t forget to mention administrative dimension where ever possible. Write Ethical angle also as far as possible 2) Other important dimensions- global, environmental, historical, personality based, corporate, current affairs 3) Administrative dimension: Can frame examples- few best scenarios where many qualities are covered are riot control, disaster management, handling election (these departments directly come under DM) 4) Values mapping: Use words from syllabus like integrity, emotional intelligence etc 5) Link with GS 2 (governance): write Constitutional articles, DPSPs, FRs, Acts/Rules (Eg- Civil Services Conduct Rules), NITI, ARC2, Institutions (true for case studies also) 6) Writing appropriate quotes in section A is rewarding 7) Make flow charts Section B (Case studies) 1) Write good intro: come out of case study and give a broader perspective- (like the above case study pertains to classic debate between env vs development…) 2) Space management: give more focus on ‘what will you do/be your approach’ - (eg - in questions where it is asked what all options available and what you will do- write 2 extreme steps and then your own) 3) Write long and short term solutions- not in all but where ever possible- write some specific and concrete steps 4) Explain ethical dilemmas/issues well - with help of short short paragraphs (don’t only mention it rather explain it) 5) Try to address smaller problems apart from main problem: Underline and mark on (1,2,3,4) the question paper (not answer booklet) and keep it in front of you while writing answers so that you don’t miss anything. 6) Think from all stakeholders: No need to mention, if it has not been asked exclusively, but thinking in lines with all stakeholders- makes answers comprehensive (Eg if question came related to drug trafficking in state which share boundary with other nation……- answer should reflect not only control at drug, but other solutions related to problem arising out of being border state) All the Best for tomorrow !! Credit : Shubham Kumar [Rank-1, UPSC'20]

Last year, I posted a message on how to attempt GS papers. I’m posting it again with slight modifications. How to Attempt (GS1-3) General Instructions: While reading question paper (before start of examination, papers are distributed 2-5 minutes before)- try to link questions with your short notes of value addition. If you are able to remember committee name/articles/case studies- try to mark it on question paper itself. It is better to start answering the questions as soon as exam starts (9am/2pm) and not to waste time in complete the reading of question paper No need to complete sentences while in writing points- if it conveys the meaning Hello Specific institutions: GS1 1) History/World History/Art and Culture- enough scope to make maps, diagrams like Ashokan pillar, Stupa, Temples 2) Geography- make diagrams in most of the questions. Micro (Small) diagrams also 3) Society- important to define key terms (like poverty, caste), mention Policy, life cycle approach (eg women- child, adolescent, old age) GS2 1) Analytical- use of small small paragraphs in some questions. Properly explaining the statements becomes important with examples and analysis 2) Show ethical dimension if possible in governance 3) International Relations- political diagram must, historical dimension, use of key words (like track 2 diplomacy), G20 4) Use of ARC2/Articles/SC Judgments/Budget, NCRWC, LCI, Commission (Sarkaria/Punchhi)  5) Linking Static with Current Affairs (for GS3 also) GS3 1) Use of Graphs/pie charts(which I had prepared beforehand) and statistics: economist love stats/data 2) Disaster Management- Use of diagrams and maps, best practices 3)Security- use of bodies/Acts/Institutions 4a) Value addition- Budget/Economic Survey/NITI Aayog/ SDGs 4b) Env and Security: Summits and agreements 5) Time management is utmost important- generally you will be knowing all questions. At the same time you have to be accurate in answering and not beating around the bush as far possible Best Wishes !! P.S- No matter how well you have prepared and managed time, for maximum people including me there used to be few questions where I had to rush to finish it !! Credit : Shubham Kumar [Rank-1, UPSC'20]

Few last minute tips: 1) Scope for Maps- in Geography and History, A&C. But it should be relevant 2) In 10 marker ques- it is advisable to draw small maps on side of the paper (takes less space rather than in centre) 3) GS2- is more analytical. In big questions- one can write in small small paragraphs initially to cover many dimensions of the question and then shift to point wise format for the core part of the question 4) GS2- Remember to write Articles, DPSPs, FRs, FDs, ARC2 etc 5) Some good case studies/examples/ Schemes in governance questions 6) SDGs in Society and Social Justice ques. Flow charts can also be drawn 7) Incorporation of G20 and other big news related content in the answers Best Wishes !! Credit : Shubham Kumar [Rank-1, UPSC'20]

For all those who are writing mains tomorrow — All the very Best for small small battles that you will have to fight in every paper to conquer mains. There will be many questions where you won’t be that confident. But remember that you can score well in GS by attempting 10-12 questions well and then writing average answers for 8 questions. Few last minutes tips 1) Never JUDGE your performance in the examination hall itself- you might score better in paper where you feel that it didn’t went well 2) Scoring in GS/Optional is RELATIVE. So you have to outperform other people rather than writing best answers for every questions. If the paper is tough than it is tough for everyone 3) Don’t discuss anything between the break. Utilise the break to cool and relax yourself and REVISE your short notes. Remind yourself what to write and how you are going to attempt the paper 4) It is advisable to complete the paper somehow. It is always good to devote equal time (11min for 15marker and 7min for 10 marker). 5) Eat light but energy rich food. Can drink tea/coffee- rejuvenate yourself- can take 10min Power Nap !! Those things which are not under your control, leave it to almighty All the best once again !! You WILL do well Credit : Shubham Kumar [Rank-1, UPSC'20]

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