f&& testbook.com UPSC IAS General Studies Mains Paper 1: Preparation strategy 2021/09/22 The Union Publie Service Commission carries out a UPSC Recruitment to recruit students for the posts of LAS, IPS, IFS, ICAS plus many more. The UPSC IAS Examination is divided into 3 stages viz. Prelims, Mains Examination and the third stage is the interview. Each phase has its own significance and the candidates are eligible for the next stage only after clearing the previous one. ‘The UPSC IAS Mains is divided into 4 General Studies Sections The candidates can choose up to 1 optional subject for the UPSC Exam. The UPSC General Studies-1 comprise 20 questions. ._ The questions are printed in Hindi as well as in English for the General Studies Paper-1 ‘The entire UPSC General Studies 1 is allocated 250 Marks. In the below article, a detailed piece of information is stated about the UPSC IAS Mains General Studies-1 preparation along with topic-wise analysis, Syllabus, Previous Years’ Questions, Marks, Nature. How to prepare for UPSC IAS Preparation strategy for GS Mains Paper 1 for 2022: For any effective preparation, it is necessary to jot down its syllabus and paper pattern and then start preparing for the UPSC General Studies I. By having an idea of subjects and paper patterns, the candidates would have a rough idea about the UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Exam. Listed below is a UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Subject-wise syllabus. Subject ‘Sub-Topies Art & Culture Classical dances, Temple architecture. ‘Themes of ancient Indian history, Literature, Music and musical instruments. Modern History Four important agitations or movements, which are the Swadeshi & Boycott movement, Khilafat & Non-cooperation movement and the Quit India Movement along with various other movements. Social or religious reform movements i contributions Contributions of important personalities (National and International) . personalities & theirModern Indian History: The middle of the eighteenth century till eurrent significant events accompanied by significant individuals. India after Independence and Political Philosophies Admission of sovereign states including Role of significant personalities Significant movements after 1947 Communism followed by Capitalism & socialism World History American, French, Russian, Industrial Revolutions WWI8I Ongoing Affairs International pages of The Hindu and The Indian Express Society of India Diversity in India ‘Women Empowerment Issues in Indian Society Geography Cyclones, hurricanes, earthquakes Location of industries in India Water bodies Climate change and resources Salient features of World’s Physical Geography. As stated above was a detailed syllabus that also included a few important topics for UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Exam, To have current affairs at your fingertips, check out ‘Lesibook Current Affains. UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Paper Pattern: Listed below is a detailed paper pattern of the UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Mains Exam: Preliminary Examination General Studies and Aptitude Test ‘Mains Examination Paper-A (Language) Paper-B (English)Papers to be counted for merit Paper-I (Essay) Paper-II (GS-1) Paper-III (GS-11) Paper-IV (GS-II1) Paper-V (GS-IV) Paper-VI (Optional Paper-1) Paper-VII (Optional Paper-I1) ‘The entire UPSC General Studies Mains Paper 1 is of 250 marks and also encompasses CA. Topic-wise Analysis for the UPSC General Studies-1 Exam: History Mentioned below are the previous years’ questions that have been asked in the UPSC Paper-1 Exam along with their marks and years: Year | Question Marks 2020 | The rock-cut architecture signifies the most important source of our knowledge of the 10 early art of India- Discuss 2020 | ‘The Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India.- 10 Enumerate. 2020 | Evaluate the policies of Lord Curzon and their long term implications on the national 10 movements 2020 | Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the 15 monuments and their art in India, -Diseuss 2020 | Persian literary sources of medieval India reflect the spirit of the age. Comment 15 2020 | Since the decade of the 1920s, the national movement acquired various ideological strands | 15, and thereby expanded its social base. -Discuss. 2018 | Assess the importance of the accounts of the Chinese and Arab travellers in the 10 reconstruction of the history of India. 2018 | Throw light on the significance of the thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi in the present times. | 10 2018 | Safeguarding the Indian art heritage is the need of the moment. -Comment 10 2018 | ‘The Bhakti movement received a remarkable re-orientation with the advent of Sri 15 Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, -Discuss2019 | Highlight the Central Asian and Greco Bactrian elements in the Gandhara art. 10 2019 | The 1857 uprising was the culmination of the recurrent, big and small local rebellions that | 10 had occurred in the preceding hundred years Of the Commonwealth of Nations or the British Empire. -Elucidate. 2019 | Examine the linkages between the nineteenth century's ‘Indian Renaissance’ and the 10 emergence of national identity. 2019 | Many voices had strengthened and enriched the nationalist movement during the 15 Gandhian phase. -Elaborate. 2019 | Assess the role of British imperial power in complicating the process of transfer of power | 15, during the 1940s. ‘The questions asked are generally from the NCERT and from a few reference books and newspapers. These questions are mainly static in nature but a few of them are statie plus analytical or static plus dynamic. . Geography Year | Question Mark 2020 | Discuss the geophysical characteristics of Circum- Pacific Zone 10 2020 | The process of desertification is deprived of climate barriers. Explain why with epitomes. | 10 2020 | How will the melting of Himalayan glaciers have a far-reaching impact on the water 10 resources of the country i.e, India? 2020 | Account for the present location of iron and steel industries away from the source of raw 10 material, by giving examples. 2020))), The interlinking of revivers can provide viable solutions to the multi-dimensional inter- 15 related problems of droughts, floods and interrupting navigation. (Critically analyse & Examine). 2020 | Account for the huge flooding of million cities in India including the smart ones like 15 Hyderabad and Pune. (Suggest way outs.) 2018 | Why is the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) needed? (How does it 10 help in navigation?) 2018 | Why is India taking a keen interest in the Arctic region? 10 2018 | Define mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics. 10ee a ee a ee ee ere | 2018 | The ideal solution to depleting groundwater resources in India is a water harvesting system. | 15 (Suggest on How to convert it into effective for urban areas too?) 2018 | Defining the blue revolution, explain the problems and strategies for pisciculture 15 development in India. 2019 | Assess the impact of global warming on the coral life system with examples. 10 2019 | Discuss the causes of the depletion of mangroves and explain their importance in 10 maintaining coastal ecology. 2019 | Whatis water stress? How & why does it differentiate regionally in India? 15 ‘The Geography questions are generally Current Affairs based and static in nature. They are mainly from either newspapers or reference books. Indian Society Mentioned below is a detailed analysis of the Indian Society Questions asked in the previous years of the UPSC Mains General Studies Paper-1 Exam. Year | Question Marks 2020 | Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree? 15 2020 | Are diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation? Justify the given 15 question. 2020 | Do you agree that regionalism in India appears to be a consequence of rising cultural 10 assertiveness? Argue 2018 | “Caste system is assuming new personalities & associational forms. That is why the caste | 10 system cannot be eradicated in India.” -(Comment.) 2018 | ‘Despite the implementation of various programmes for eradication of poverty by the 10 government in India, poverty is still existing’. Explain by giving reasons 2018 | How is the Indian concept of secularism different from the western model of secularism? | 10 Discuss. 2019 | What makes Indian society unique in sustaining its eulture? Discuss. 10 2019 | ‘Empowering women is the sole path to handle population thrive.” Discuss. 10 2019 | Whatare the challenges to our cultural practices in the name of secularism? 102019 | Whatare the continued challenges for women in India against time and space? 15 ‘These questions are generally asked directly from the syllabus and the topie or from the reference books recommended. However, most of the questions are static in nature, Books for UPSC General Studies Mains Paper-1: Referring to the right reference books is of so much importance and could ultimately result in efficient preparation. Mentioned below are the subject-wise books for the UPSC General Studies Mains Paper-1: Subject Sub-Topic History India’s Ancient Past - R.S. Sharma Indian Art and Culture ~ Nitin Singhania India’s Struggle For Independence ~ Bipan Chandra History Of Modern India ~ Bipan Chandra Facets of Indian Culture by Spectrum India Since Independence by Bipin Chandra Mastering Modern World History — Norman Lowe Themes of History (NCERT Textbook of Standard X11) NCERT books for History Geography Geography NCERT (class VI to class XIN) Goh Cheng Loeng's Certificate Physical and Human Geography Indian Geography (Majid Hussain) Concise Geography (ALS) Environment (Shankar IAS Academy) Oxford Student Atlas Indian Society Social Problems in India by Ram Ahuja Contemporary Issues in Globalization by Soumyen Sikdar IGNOU Material on Indian Democracy and Development ‘The Hindu newspaper ~ Relevant Editorials Indian Express newspaper ~ Relevant Editorials ‘These were a few highly recommended books. Apart from these, the candidates must regularly read newspapers such as The Hindu, BBC, Indian Express, ete. for the UPSC General Studies Mains Paper-1. How to prepare for the UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Exam:UPSC IAS could be strenuous and to bail you out by helping you to have a smooth preparation path, mentioned below are a few essential preparation tips for the UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Exam: Jot down the entire Syllabus as well as the General Studies-I Exam. Analyse the syllabus and the paper pattern and then prepare an executable schedule accordingly. Begin preparing for the examination by following the schedule thoroughly. Try to pick the topies with higher weightage first followed by the median and the lower ones. Solve as many papers as you possibly ean. ‘The only successful way to crack the UPSC LAS CSE Exam in the very initial attempt is by solving tons of previous years’ papers and by appearing for numerous mock tests. Stay on course with round-the-clock affairs by referring to the newspapers and keep on revising all the topies time and again. Rectify your errors and focus on them even more. When it comes to UPSC, there is no such thing as ‘less important. Everything is equally of the essence and it is necessary to put in the persistent effort, dedication and hard work if the candidates want to clear the UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Exam. In this article, a piece of detailed information about How to prepare for the UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Exam was stated. For more such helpful articles, guidance, assistance, study material, lectures and more do check out Testbook. How to prepare for the UPSC IAS General Studies-1 Exam FAQs Qt How many marks are allocated to the UPSC General Studies Paper-1? Ans.1 250 marks are allocated to the UPSC General Studies Paper-1. Q.2 Do the candidates get to choose an optional subject for UPSC General Studies Mains Paper-1? Ans.2 No, the candidates can’t choose an optional subject for UPSC General Studies Mains Paper-1. Q.3 How many questions are there in the UPSC General Studies Mains Paper-1? Ans.g There are 20 questions in the UPSC General Studies Mains Paper-1. Q4 Can Candidates answer in Hindi as well as English for the UPSC IAS Exam? Ans.4 No, the candidates have to answer in the language selected by them in the application form. Q.5 Are candidates required to study the Current Affairs for the UPSC Mains Paper-1? Ans.5 Yes, the candidates are required to study the Current Affairs for the UPSC Mains Paper-1testbook LIVE COACHING FOR Live [ere ey a ea fe EET Session pe INDIA'S #1 PLATFORM FOR UPSC EXAM tat ad 3 Fi (ed