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Christopher Columbus – The Spirited Traveller

January 19, 2021August 10, 2013 by Saral Study

Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer and traveller who set out to explore the world at a time when most Catholic theologians of his time considered the Earth to be flat and were hesitant to venture out into the sea. Europeans had enjoyed a land trade path called the ‘Silk Route’ to China and India, due to the Mongol Empire’s hegemony over the region. However, when Constantinople fell into the hands of the Ottoman Turks, this trade became dangerous and difficult to tread for the Europeans. This led to a competition between the European countries to establish a sea route for trade in the lucrative business of spices. Christopher Columbus made this proposal to the Spanish crown and won his confidence. Under the patronage of the crown, Columbus undertook four voyages.

Although many other explorers had carried out such expeditions earlier, Columbus’ voyages opened up the Americas to the Europeans. Furthermore, his attempts at establishing permanent settlements in the islands of Hispaniola were triggers to the Spanish colonization of the New World.

Early Voyages

Columbus was born in 1451 in Genoa. His father was a weaver. As a young boy, he undertook his first voyage in 1476 on a ship bound to the island of Khios, in modern day Greece. His first voyage cost him almost his life as his ship was attacked and he had to save his life by swimming ashore to Portugal. He also undertook several other voyages in the Mediterranean and Aegis seas. He was also part of expeditions to Africa, which gave him a sound understanding of the Atlantic seas. Using this knowledge he devised a strategy to reach India.

Columbus first presented his plans to the Portuguese king and demanded a three ship fleet for the expedition. However, he was sent away. He next approached the Spanish monarchy which agreed to finance his plans and provided him all that he required for the expedition.

However, his calculations were mistaken by his estimate of the Earth’s radius.

First Voyage

Columbus set out on his first voyage under the patronage of the Spanish monarchy in the quest of the sea route to Asia in August 1492.

While Columbus himself captained the ship called Santa Maria, he had two other ships along his side-the Pinta and the Nina.

After about 36 days of sailing, Columbus reached the islands of Bahamas. He named the place San Salvador. He was greeted by natives who were willing to trade glass beads, cotton balls, spears and parrots with them. Columbus and his men were intrigued by the gold ornaments that the natives wore.

He also came to know that these natives were captured and sold off as slaves in some European countries.

Columbus explored the coast of Cuba. Before leaving the islands, he left some of his men, established a settlement La Navidad and took back some natives with him to be presented to the king.

Subsequent Voyages

His second voyage was to the Carribean islands.

He undertook his last voyage in 1502 along the eastern coast of Central America in an unsuccessful attempt to discover a route to the Indian Ocean.

Columbus’ attempt at colonizing and creating a base for slavery in the Cuban islands angered the Spanish throne and he was arrested for the same.

He was stripped off his riches and titles.

Although Columbus is credited for opening up the American islands to the Europeans, he is also accused of destruction of the native culture of the islands he explored.

Columbus died in May 1506 at the age of 54, still believing he had discovered a shorter route to Asia.

Salads How Does It Help Start The Day

October 4, 2020August 7, 2013 by Saral Study

Salads make an ideal breakfast item because they are light on the stomach and filling and nutritious at the same time. If you are looking for ways to reduce weight, salads are the healthiest way to lose weight. Furthermore, they are a delicious way of giving your body its daily dose of vegetables. Not only does it ensure that your body gets all the nutrition it requires, but also give you beautiful skin and hair. Some of the major benefits of eating salads are:

Rich source of fibre

Salads consist of fruits and vegetables which are a very rich source of fibre. Fibre ensures that your digestive system functions properly and prevents cholesterol and constipation. You can also see a visible difference in your skin and hair when your digestive system is functioning in a healthy manner.

Furthermore, salads fill you up making you more energetic, lively and ready to take on the day ahead. And because you feel full, you tend to eat less and eventually lose weight.

Provide your daily dose of fruits and vegetables

Including a lot of fruits and green vegetables, especially in the raw form can increase blood levels rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are very effective in protecting the body from harmful diseases by fighting off harmful molecules called free radicals. Studies have proved that people who include fruits and raw vegetables in their diet are at a lesser risk of diseases such as cancer. People who include such items in their food are more immune to cancers in the head and neck region and this is true for even those who are in the habit of heavy smoking and drinking. Vegetables such as beans, peas, tomatoes etc are highly effective in this regard.

Lose weight naturally

Studies have shown that people who eat lots of green veggies can reduce weight easily. Green salads are low on calories and fill up your stomach leaving you satisfied. Such low calorie diets are the best when it comes to losing weight. Your stomach is full, yet you haven’t gained any fat! What could be more wonderful? Make the salad bigger by adding more vegetables and fruits and reduce the amount of fatty add ons such as dressings to fix yourself a power packed breakfast which will energise you without adding fat to your waistline.

Gain Smart Fats

Olive oil, nuts and avocado contain good fats which allow your body to absorb more of protective plant chemicals such as lycopene and lutein. Avocado is a great facilitator in the absorption of alpha and beta carotene. Both alpha and beta-carotene are believed to be very effective in fighting cancer and heart diseases.

Importance of Guest blogging

October 15, 2020July 12, 2013 by Saral Study

Do you wish to expand your businesses?
Have you ever considered how blogging can be just the right option for marketing?

Guest blogging is currently one of the major social marketing methods. With Google’s latest Penguin update, the world of search engine optimization (SEO) has changed drastically. With Google giving much more preference to natural links, the pervasiveness of social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Pinterest etc.; tweeting, sharing and guest blogging have become extremely beneficial.

Guest blogging is an amazing Digital Marketing Tool that gets you noticed among targeted customers. Quality content of blogging reaches the audience and they connect to it, thereby promoting your brand in various ways. True, it is a lengthy process, but results are reliable, with constant growth witnessed by businesses world over. Various benefits of guest blogging are as follows:

Quality traffic: One of the most important advantages of guest blog posting is that it increases traffic on your website. Whenever you write a guest blog, a link to your website is presented. In turn, whenever someone reads your post, this link would send quality traffic to your website, which would gradually mean that more people are visiting your website to know about the services you offer.
Authority: When a particular site publishes your blog, it reflects that you are someone trusted by that website, which in turn increases your credibility. By writing specifically about the area of your expertise, you tend to attract more audience looking for information about that particular area. So whenever they need assistance with the services that you provide, they would definitely remember you.
Branding: Guest blogging is an effective way to develop your brand. By guest blogging on various popular websites, your exposure is increased, through which new visitors come to know about your business. Putting the right kind of content with quality serves as an advertisement for you.
Google Authorship: Now you can let Google know who you are. All you need to do is to add the blog post to the contributor to section in your bio at Google+, which allows a picture to appear next to your posts whenever someone searches for it online. This increases your credibility and readership along with improving your rankings in Google search results.
Build Your Subscriber Base: Apart from the traffic generated through guest blogging, you gain subscribers who wish to get notifications of each and every post you make. This increases your fan base of course along with making you more viral and credible to the audience. This helps a lot in building your effective social media base too.
Improve your writing skills: since guest blogging is an important part of SEO, it requires one to write and publish content that is at par with the industry standards. The more you write the better will be your content along with a better possibility of getting a wider fan base.

So, whether you intend to promote yourself or your brand, guest blogging is an excellent tool to help you with the same. At the same time, it helps you to connect more with your customers, listen to their demands and provide services. All you need is to be authentic and sober along with being able to produce good content and handle both criticism and appreciation.

Is fear necessary to succeed

October 4, 2020July 6, 2013 by Saral Study

The word ‘fear’ is a relative term and it entirely depends on how a person interprets it, fear can be broadly classified into a number of categories. Generally, fear is considered as a negative aspect or a weakness of a person, but an optimistic person uses his fear to overcome the challenges in life and pushes himself to achieve new boundaries. Since, we are strictly talking about the factor of ‘fear’ to succeed in life, we will realise that in some cases, if not in most, it does play an important part to stretch our boundaries to achieve the impossible. Having said that, if a person fears failure and is not able to figure out the reasons for it then it could be really shattering for him. We look at the positive and negative impact it can have on a person.

Fear of failure

The fear of failure confines a person from experimenting with new ideas and refraining from taking a new approach in life. The fear of failure is generally found in people who don’t like to take any risks or who have a negative approach in life. The fear of failure could literally destroy the confidence of the person and if the fear isn’t genuine then it could turn into a paranoia which could lead him nowhere in life. There is another side to the coin as well, there are people who accept that failure is a reality and sometimes, if not most of the time, one is bound to fail. It is important to learn from your failures and do not repeat the same mistakes, make your failures the pillar of your success and we have so many entrepreneurs and businessmen who failed to make a mark initially, but they continued to strive and eventually made it big in life.

Fear of not living up to expectations

If a person sets a very high standard for himself and fears of not living up to his expectation then it could work wonders for him as he will continue to push himself and may end up touching new heights. This is applicable when a person knows whether his fears were genuine or not and once he is able to figure it out he would find ways to overcome his fears. On the contrary, there are folks who have too much or unrealistic expectations from themselves, this approach tends to have a negative impact and it reflects on his business as well. The imperative thing is to have realistic expectations which have been previously achieved or are achievable.

Fear of rejection

Most people confuse fear of rejection with fear of failure, though it may sound a little similar but in reality there are marked differences between the two. Fear of failure is related to personal setback and losing confidence while fear of rejection is to do with being looked down upon by family and friends and not being accepted by them. People who believe in acquiring or retaining a high social status fear the loss of respect and take it too personally. Such fears are irrational and tend to cause more harm as it may lead you to take steps that you would have avoided in normal circumstances. The wise thing is to keep a cool head and don’t over judge or be critical of yourself. If you keep a positive mind the same fear could help you take a new approach to life and pay rich dividends at the end.

Conclusion

There are many great quotes and proverbs on ‘fear’, some consider it to be very important to succeed in life and some consider it to be an obstacle to move on in life. The famous American Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Always do what you are afraid to do”, which means once you act on your fears, you always have a chance to do something new. Some also believe that fear is just a state of mind and thinking over it doesn’t help, but acting on it. We have witnessed many great men over the years who were able to achieve the unthinkable just because the fear of failure pushed them to do things that most don’t do. Everyone fears something or the other, there are people who use fear to motivate themselves and some just fail to overcome them and just prefer to give up. The debate would go on forever but for some, it would be safe to say that fear does play an important role to succeed in life.

Getting to know GMAT

October 4, 2020July 1, 2013 by Saral Study

Graduate Management Test also known as GMAT for short is popular and widely recognized as MBA admission test all over the world. Currently, GMAT is a test accepted for getting admission in a variety of educational institutions all over the world.

1. What’s GMAT?

GMAT is a computer adaptive test divided into three main sections which include quantitative, verbal, and analytical reasoning. Apart from these sections, there is one analytical writing assessment test abbreviated as AWA. Majority of business schools demand their MBA aspirants to submit their GMAT scores in order to get admission. More than 1500 universities in 83 countries accept GMAT scores.

2. Format of GMAT

The format of GMAT is quite simple consisting of four time divisions where the quantitative section has a total 37 questions with a time limit of 75 minutes. Verbal section consists of 41 questions for 75 minutes and the newly introduced reasoning section has 12 questions with 30 minutes provided for answers. Finally the AWA, and for that, candidates are offered a total 30 minutes to answer.

3. Why GMAT?

GMAT is considered to be the ideal test for those who seek admission in prestigious institutions. There are several reasons why you should opt for GMAT. Some of them are mentioned below.

GMAT fulfills the assessment tool for a candidate’s academic abilities, which is one major factor for MBA admissions. If the score is too low, then it depicts that the applicant is not suitable for a management program or maybe just underprepared.
GMAT also gives candidates the chance to stand against those with experience and higher degrees. GMAT offers a fair chance to show their quantitative, verbal, and reasoning ability.
The score reflects the level of dedication given by the applicant and his overall analytical knowledge, problem solving abilities and management aptitude.
GMAT also serves as an excellent opportunity for those who underperformed in their undergraduate program and now they can show their skills by performing a lot better in the MBA program.

4. How to prepare for GMAT?

The only way to crack GMAT is via rigorous practice and dedication. Don’t take it lightly like some college exam where you studying all night and achieved high score like 800.
The best and recommended way of preparing is to start early about three months ago. If you dedicatedly study for three months then you will certainly achieve 700+ in your GMAT.
Pick up the right materials and familiarize yourself with the format. Take sample tests and find your weakness. GMAT consists of different types of questions so learn and practice all tricks. Just answering the question is not enough, don’t forget to manage timings.

So, buckle up and make sure you stick to your study plan. This article gives you an idea on GMAT, its importance and how to prepare effectively.

HTET Exam (Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test)

October 5, 2020June 22, 2013 by Saral Study

To improve the quality of teaching in the country, almost every state in India conducts its own Teachers’ eligibility test. The government of Haryana conducts the Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test, also known as the HTET, which is a compulsory examination for all B.Ed candidates aspiring to become teachers in schools run by the government or private managements in the state of Haryana. Apart from this, the schools have also been given the liberty by CBSE to recruit teachers based on either the test conducted by states or on the ranks obtained in CTET (Central Teachers Eligibility Test), conducted by the central government. It has become mandatory for teachers to clear either of the examinations to secure the job of a teacher in any school across the country.

Examination Pattern

The examination pattern starts with filling the form along with the submission of a nominal examination fee as per the below mentioned schedule:

All Candidates except SC & Differently able- Rs.600/-
SC & Differently Able- Rs.300/-

The HTET examination comprises two objective type question papers consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in each of them. Each question is worth 1 mark thereby totaling 150 marks. The details of the question papers are as follows:

Paper I Syllabus: To become teachers for classes I-V in Haryana primary school.
Paper II Syllabus: To become teachers for classes between VI and VIII in Haryana upper primary school.
Level 3- for those candidates who are interested in TGT and PGT.

Admission Criteria

A person scoring a minimum of 60% marks in the examination would be considered to have cleared the examination. However as per the Haryana Government’s extant reservation policy of Haryana Teachers Eligibility Test, the government can decide to give 5% concession to candidates belonging to the SC/ST, OBC, differently able persons etc. Apart from this the candidate must note that having cleared the HTET examination would not confer them the right of employment or recruitment, as this examination is just one of the important factors of the eligibility criteria for appointment.

Scoring and Negative Marking

There is no negative marking associated with the HTET examination. Each paper consists of 150 multiple choice questions with each carrying 1 mark. For every question answered correctly the candidate is awarded 1 mark and for every wrong answer 1 mark is deducted from the total.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Teacher for Classes I-V (Primary Stage)

Candidates appearing for the HTET should have cleared their Senior Secondary or its equivalent with minimum 45% marks along with Diploma in Elementary Education / 4 year B.El.Ed / 2 year Diploma in Education in Special Education or with Bachelor Degree (50 % marks) and B.Ed qualification.

2. Teacher for Classes VI-VIII (Elementary Stage)

For applying in this segment the aspiring candidates should have a regular Bachelor Degree with 2 year D.Ed./ B.Ed. or 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) / 4-year BA/ B.Sc.Ed. or B.A. (Ed.)/B.Sc. (Ed.) / B.Ed. (Special Education) with 50 percent in BA or B.Sc. (Both Appearing & passed Candidates are eligible to apply under this criteria).

3. For Lecturers of Class XI-XII

Applying under this category for the post of a lecturer in various subjects would require the candidate to have cleared their post graduation in the concerned subject with no less than 0% marks from a recognized university. Also the candidate must have a matric with Hindi/Sanskrit or Sr. Secondary / Graduation / Post Graduation with Hindi as one of the subjects.

Note: General conditions for all the three levels the validity are as follows:

Validity Period of HTET qualifying certificate for appointment will be five years from the date of issue of qualifying certificate.
There is no restriction on the number of attempts a person can take for acquiring a HTET Certificate.
Candidates who have already qualified STET will have the option to appear in the fresh HTET to improve their score, if they so desire.

Important Dates

May 15th, 2013: Last Date for Online Application
May 20th, 2013: Last Date for Print Out by Post
June 1st, 2013: PGT (Level 3), Timings: 11.00 AM – 12.30 PM
June 2nd, 2013: PRT (Primary Teacher) Level 1, Timings: 11.00 AM – 12.30 PM
June 2nd, 2013: TGT Level 2, Timings: 02.30 PM – 04.00 PM

Institutions

All the Haryana State Government schools i.e. the ones recognized by the Department of School Education, Haryana and affiliated by the Board of School Education, Haryana shall have to consider the HTET.
HTET will also apply in unaided private schools willing to exercise their option of considering the HTET.

Careers

The HTET exam gives an opportunity to those aspiring candidates who wish to become teachers and lecturers in various institutions across the state of Haryana. As mentioned above HTET is a mandatory examination for each aspiring candidate to clear, the rank obtained in this is like a key to get into the best of the State Governments Institutions. Moreover it shows your ability to be fit for teaching the various levels of the institution.

Syllabus

1. Paper I (for classes I to V) Primary Stage: Structure and Content (All Compulsory): Total 150 MCQs – 150 Marks

Child Development and Pedagogy – 30 MCQs – 30 Marks
Language I – 30 MCQs – 30 Marks
Language II – 30 MCQs – 30 Marks
Mathematics – 30 MCQs – 30 Marks
Environmental Studies – 30 MCQs – 30 Marks

2. Paper II (for classes VI to VIII) Elementary Stage: Structure and Content (All Compulsory): Total 150 MCQs – 150 Marks

Child Development & Pedagogy (compulsory) 30 MCQs – 30 Marks
Language I (compulsory) 30 MCQs – 30 Marks
Language II (compulsory) 30 MCQs – 30 Marks
Mathematics, Science/Social Science
- For Mathematics and Science teacher : 60 MCQs – 60 Marks
- For Social Studies/Social Science teacher: 60 MCQs – 60 Marks
- For any other teachers either (a) or (b)

Advertisement

Haryana Government and Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) invites Online Application Forms who fulfill the Eligibility Criteria under the Exam Section to conduct the HTET for year 2012-13. HBSE also announced the Exam Date of HTET as 1st and 2nd June 2013.

Admit Card

Since the Admit cards for the HTET will not be sent by the post, the eligible candidates are required to download his/her admit card from the website (www.hbse.ac.in or www.htet.nic.in) with effect from 25.05.2013 onwards. It is mandatory for the candidate to carry a printed copy of their Admit Card to the examination center, failing which might lead them to being restricted from appearing in the examination. In case of any discrepancies in the particulars of the candidate on the Admit Card, the candidate should immediately contact the Special Examination Branch of the Board to correct the mistakes.

Result

The result of the HTET comes out after a month of the commencement of the examination. The results are made available online on the www.hbse.ac.in or www.htet.nic.in websites.

HTET Exam is an excellent way of securing a teaching job at any government or private institution in the state. At the same time, it is a difficult test which requires regular preparation. So, before giving the exam, make sure you prepare well.

Fitness: Morning Run Benefits

May 16, 2024June 17, 2013 by Saral Study

Do we ever think about the morning run benefits? Do we ever ask what the benefits of breathing fresh air are? Do we ever doubt that there is any healer better than nature? Do we ever think that a bit of physical workout is not necessary?

What are Morning Run Benefits?

If the answer to the questions above is yes then you already know why jogging or morning run is important for you. Not just jogging, but jogging in the morning. Why, you ask?

Because it’s that time of the day when the pollution is just about at the minimum level. There are known scientific benefits of running. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to wake up and breathe in the cooler fresher air that we so dearly require these days?

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to lose those extra kilos you’ve gained without having to go to the gym?

1. How to get started

Just make sure you’ve got the right accessories on and start jogging.
One precaution you must take is to take it easy in the beginning.
Starting off really fast on a marathon doesn’t help. You should ease into the schedule.

2. Benefits of a morning jog

When you do arrive for work finally, you arrive wide awake which in turn makes you more alert and directly more productive.
Since you’ve already had a workout, you do not have to rush home or to a nearby gym when you do leave work.
Your body’s metabolism is up and running in the early parts of the day and helps burn a lot of extra calories.

3. Excuses that come in the way

The typical problem of making excuses in order to avoid physical strain.
Lack of time, tiredness, other plans, etc.
But if we get the morning jogging done then all suck excuses will come to naught.

4. Last but not the least

Lastly, but most importantly, run for yourself. Run that extra mile and gain peace of mind. As the road glides from under your feet, your mind becomes clearer, your thoughts more serene and your ideas – better.

So don’t wait to start because another excuse might come in the way. Start jogging in the morning soon. “The best time to start was yesterday, the next best time is today.”

Also Read: Healthy Diet for Students in Summer

Healthy Diet for Students in Summer

May 17, 2024May 30, 2013 by Saral Study

Healthy diet for students in Summer: Being a student, it becomes all the more challenging to maintain a well-balanced as well as a healthy diet. The reason being there are budgetary pressures along with obligatory socializing events which you need to attend.

Therefore, most students put healthy diets, especially during summers, on the back burner. However, it does not require much planning to maintain a healthy diet as well as a healthy lifestyle for students. Moreover, these healthy diets are very economical and easy to cook too or follow.

Healthy Diet Tips for Students in Summers

Are children healthy enough? Party, dinner party, festival. Summer has arrived and our children are enjoying the food that they love. However, many of the meals of summer — from BBQ turkey legs to ice-creams and hot dogs — were diet disasters. Are there healthy ways of eating for kids to have fun?

To maintain your diet healthy and as well as make it beneficial for your body following tips can be followed by the students:

Learn to eat the right portion size
Always eat breakfast
Drink moderately
Drink water as much as you can
Try to eat as many fruits and veggies as you can
Make it easier for yourself to pick the right food and eat right
Indulge in good food once in a while
Seek help in treating eating disorders
Meals should be with variations
Stack healthy snacks with easy access
Do not try to overcome stress by overeating
Try to curb sugary and caffeinated beverages
Try to put a limit on junk food
Never skip your meals
Take vitamins often

Five A day Healthy Diet Program

It is very effective and easy to start a healthy eating regime which students can follow by simply sticking to the “5-a-day portion meal” rule. All the student needs is to eat just five portions of vegetables and fruits which are fresh every day. The students can start off with a glass of fresh fruit juice accompanied by breakfast.

Make Mealtimes Regular

Never ever try to skip meals. The students should try to eat every meal in a decent manner every day and all through the day. The ideal mealtime pattern should include breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can start off your day in a healthy manner by eating a healthy breakfast every day. Never eat dinner very late at night, as your body needs an ample amount of time to digest the food you eat during dinner.

Stay Active and not Hyperactive

Students usually find themselves sitting all through the day attending lectures or doping a project. This might earn you good grades but it is very harmful to physical well-being. Stay active by taking a short walk outside the class during breaks or try to walk down to your college or project site.

Take Enough Flu Fighters

Taking five a day meal ensures that your body gets enough minerals as well as vitamins, but this can be topped up with garlic and chillies which can be added to your diet while cooking. This will increase the supply of Vitamin C which is an effective flu fighter. These flu fighters are also found in various other vegetables like broccoli, tomatoes and sweet potatoes.

So why not stay fit and keep your mind charged by taking a healthy diet during summer by following these tips?

Also Read: Essence of a Healthy Diet

Last Minute Preparation Is It Useful

October 4, 2020May 13, 2013 by Saral Study

Examinations bring stress and tensions to those who do not prepare for it beforehand. Most students get into panic mode during examinations. The growing number of suicides by students is a serious indication of the dangerous levels of stress that students go through during exam times. It is important that students realize that examinations are just another test and there is no need to make a big deal out of it. With timely preparation and systematic study techniques, they can do away with stress and related problems.

Last minute preparation for examinations should essentially focus on revisions of the study material and not starting from scratch. Most students spend nights cramming up information for an upcoming exam. This can lead to an imbalance of the body and mind, further leading to reduced mind power, lesser exam preparation and lots of stress. Here are a few tips on how to prepare for an exam effectively, without having to compromise on sleep and rest.

Positive Stress

Stress needn’t be negative always. For students who haven’t spent much time earlier on exam preparation, it is better that you take the stress in a positive manner and utilize the time at hand to prepare for your exam intelligently. Positive stress enhances mind power and the absorption capacity of the brain. Plan the exam by prioritizing important topics and charting the amount of time that you want to spend on each topic. Write down the exams you need to take, the important topics for the subject, the amount of time that you need to spend studying each topic and for the revisions. This way you will effectively utilize the time and also score good marks.

Organise your study space

Clean up your study space and make enough space for your books, notes etc. Cleaning up the clutter around you will free your mind and cause less distractions. This way your concentration will remain limited to your study materials and will not wander off to unnecessary things.

Practice Exam Question Papers

Most students believe in covering the entire syllabus in one night to pass their examinations. It is impractical and illogical as it creates an unnecessary load on the brain and also gives way to unnecessary negative stress. When you have less time at hand, focus on the important topics first. Go through the topics that have greater weightage in taerms of marks and probability of questions. Practice questions that have been asked in earlier years and this way you will be able to attend to maximum questions during the exams.

Revision

It does not matter if you have not been able to cover the entire syllabus. Prepare for the most important questions and the most important topics. Make notes as you study and go through these notes to revise the information that you have learned. This way you can retain the information that you have grasped and remember them for the exams.

Despite the techniques mentioned above, it is always best for a student to plan his studies and prepare for an examination well ahead of time. The last week before the examination should ideally be spent in revising lessons and notes. This way the amount of stress is reduced and a student will not have to compromise on his sleep, food and rest during examinations.

Best Books or Magazines for UPSC IAS Preparation

February 20, 2021December 30, 2012 by Saral Study

UPSC or Union Public Service Commission conducts civil services examination every year to select amongst the best, high aptitude individuals for prestigious government bureaucratic jobs. Being such a high end career, a lot of people prepare and take these examinations everywhere. But how do you begin with UPSC preparation?

Best Magazine for UPSC IAS Preparation

Don’t let this question haunt you! Check out our brief guide on the best books and magazines that you can use to start your preparation for UPSC.

Civil Services Mentor
An online magazine, Civil Services Mentor is one of the best magazines that teach the art of preparing for civil examinations. The magazine is available for free download and carries a number of general questions, along with tricks and tips to help you prepare yourself in a systematic manner.
Civil Services Times
This is another online website cum magazine that spreads awareness about general issues and helps in preparation of UPSC. The magazine also analyzes and provides expert opinion on various topics of national and international concern.
Yojana
Yojana is a monthly magazine printed by the Govt. of India, that is on the market to shop for as hardcopy (Rs.20 only) and soft-copy. Yojana carries the message of economic development to the folks. It strives to push significant discussion on socio-economic problems.
Monthly Review by PRS
The monthly policy review by PRS could be a sensible supply to prepare all government policies, bills and programmes. It’s very helpful for preparing current topics beneath UPSC Communications Security Establishment (CGE) Mains GS Paper – 2 and GS Paper – 3.
Frontline
Frontline, the fortnightly English magazine from the stable of The Hindu, has been a distinguished presence within the media world. The topics Frontline covers vary from politics, social science and social problems to the atmosphere, nature, culture and cinema.
Kurukshetra
While Yojana magazines offer content on one theme each month, Kurukshetra contains articles associated with rural Republic of India and agriculture. tho’ not as necessary as Yojana in communicating perspective, since this is often a magazine by Government of Republic of India, it’d facilitate aspirants to urge government views on several topics.

Best Books for IAS Preparation

Following are the list of books that have details about IAS preparation books required for General Studies Papers and Nonobligatory papers. Except IAS exam preparation books, there are books counseled for Interview purpose still. Additionally enclosed are psychological feature books. The list has all time nice books names that has got to be read in one’s period. However, you should to read them only after Mains.

Below are the list of books for IAS Exam Preparation:

The 100 Best Books of All Time
Fifty books on Contemporary India – Compiled by Umesh N.S.K. (IAS)
Books on India
Free E-Book on Ethics
Free E-Book on Indian Art and Culture
Reference Books for UPSC Civil Services Prelims
Reference Books for UPSC Civil Services Mains
Book List for Public Administration Optional Subject
All Time Best Motivational Books
Download Yojana Magazines
Must Read Books for an IAS Aspirant
Free study Material for Environment, Biodiversity – Mains
Complete Study Material on Indian Art and Culture