40 topics to revise in last 3-5 days will cover 60-70% of questions

Summary

This video provides essential revision tips for UPSC candidates in the final days before the exam. The speaker highlights key topics across various subjects such as Indian Economy, Science & Technology, Geography, Polity, Environment, and History, emphasizing areas with high chances of appearing in the exam. The advice focuses on revising concise notes, avoiding new material, and staying up-to-date with current affairs relevant to these topics. The strategy is aimed at maximizing efficiency and increasing the chances of success by concentrating on high-yield areas, ensuring comprehensive preparation without overloading the candidate.

Takeaways

• 😀 Focus on revising 35-40 key topics for the UPSC Prelims instead of attempting to cover the entire syllabus in the final days.
• 😀 Prioritize revision of Indian Economy topics like external sector, monetary policy, fiscal policy, national income, and financial institutions.
• 😀 For Science & Technology, revise basics of biology and current health-related topics, along with emerging technologies such as AI, space tech, and biotechnology.
• 😀 In Geography, focus on physical geography topics like geomorphology, climatology, and oceanography. Don't neglect India's drainage systems, dams, and agricultural topics.
• 😀 For International Relations, cover regional organizations like SAARC, BIMSTEC, and SEO, along with current developments in international organizations.
• 😀 In Polity, prioritize fundamental rights, duties, amendments, and key parts of the Constitution. Understand the structure of the state, parliament, and other government bodies.
• 😀 Revise key environmental topics including protected areas, biosphere reserves, wetlands, and pollution control. Focus on recent developments in climate change and wildlife protection.
• 😀 Art & Culture revision should include architecture, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and Indian dynasties like Mauryas and Guptas. Emphasize Jainism, Buddhism, and medieval literature.
• 😀 Modern History should focus on the arrival of Europeans, the Gandhian movement, Quit India, and Non-Cooperation movements. Key historical figures like Gandhi and Nehru should be covered in depth.
• 😀 Stay updated on current affairs that relate to the topics you're revising. This will significantly help with answering questions that integrate current knowledge with core concepts.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of revision during the last few days before the UPSC Prelims exam?

The primary focus should be on a few key topics that are highly likely to be tested, rather than trying to revise the entire syllabus. Concentrate on topics that have appeared frequently in previous exams and are relevant in current affairs.

Does the number of revisions matter for clearing the UPSC Prelims exam?

No, the number of revisions does not matter as much as having a focused revision strategy. Some candidates may have done fewer revisions but still clear the exam if they revise the right topics effectively.

Which topics should be prioritized in the Indian Economy section?

Focus on the external sector, monetary policy, fiscal policy, financial institutions, secondary markets, and national income. These are the key areas that have a higher probability of appearing in the exam.

What specific areas should be covered in Science and Technology for UPSC Prelims?

Focus on the basics of biology, especially health-related issues like vaccines and diseases. Also, prioritize emerging technologies such as space technology, AI, and nanotechnology, all of which are likely to be covered in current affairs.

Which chapters from Geography should be revised for the exam?

Revise physical geography from the 11th-grade NCERT, focusing on geomorphology, climatology, and oceanography. Additionally, focus on India’s drainage system, dams, soil distribution, vegetation, and mapping of key physical features.

What role do current affairs play in UPSC Prelims preparation?

Current affairs are essential for the exam, especially in topics like Science and Technology, Geography, and International Relations. Always stay updated with the latest news related to these areas and integrate them into your revision.

How should Constitutional Law be approached in the last days before the exam?

Revise key areas such as Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Fundamental Duties, amendments, the making of the Constitution (especially the Government of India Act), and the Preamble. Additionally, focus on topics like the Parliament, President, Governor, and the structure of the Indian government.

What are the important environmental topics to focus on for the UPSC Prelims?

Revise basic environmental concepts, international conventions, wildlife protection acts, and pollution-related topics. Focus on the protection of areas like national parks, biosphere reserves, wetlands, and study the mapping of rivers and protected areas.

Which topics should be given importance in Art and Culture for the exam?

Revise architecture, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, ancient and medieval literature, and the contributions of Jainism and Buddhism. Pay attention to historical sites like those from the Indus Valley and important cultural movements such as Bhakti and the Vijayanagar Empire.

How should Modern History be revised for the exam?

Focus on the advent of Europeans in India, which has been a frequent topic. Additionally, thoroughly review the Gandhian movements, including the Quit India and Non-Cooperation movements, which are important for the Prelims.