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8th March
Trying to Be Perfect Won’t Help. So, what will?
In our attempt to help you out with the study routines and time tables, we’ve encountered numerous questions such as: What’s the optimal timeline for completing xyz”, “What’s the optimal strategy for attempting prelims questions”, “When’s the best time to start answer writing” etc. etc. Let’s park aside our immediate UPSC related concerns for a… Continue reading Trying to Be Perfect Won’t Help. So, what will?
7th March
7th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the World Air Quality Report 2018: The report is published with assistance of Greenpeace. A/c to the report, most polluted cities of the world as well as Asia is in India. New Delhi is again the most polluted city of the world. Which of the given statements… Continue reading 7th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Video] Mains GS Paper 1 – Repeated questions from Mains Guidance Program
Our Mains Test Series had the highest hit ratio among all the test series. Going with us gives you the best shot at scoring very high marks in Mains. For GS1, 13 questions directly came from our 3 Full-Length-Tests. Not the complete test series, not the daily answer writing. Just the Full-Length-Tests. If you followed our… Continue reading [Video] Mains GS Paper 1 – Repeated questions from Mains Guidance Program
6th March
6th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) With reference to the PM Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan (PM-SYM) Yojana, which of the given statements is/are correct? The unorganised workers whose monthly income is Rs 15,000/ per month or less and belong to the entry age group of 18-40 years stand eligible for the scheme. Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation will be the Pension Fund… Continue reading 6th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Does your Test Series cover all standard sources and beyond ?
Every year, we update our TS syllabus sources to carefully add/remove study material according to the demands of the exam and changing pattern. There are 3 sources that are used for our Test Series. NCERTs – HAVE TO BE DONE at all costs. Not to be left on any account as they provide a basic… Continue reading Does your Test Series cover all standard sources and beyond ?
5th March
5th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Mainamati Maitree Exercise 2019 recently seen in news was held between India and: a) Sri Lanka b) Bangladesh c) Oman d) Iran Inspired by: Mainamati Maitree Exercise 2019 Mainamati Maitree Exercise 2019 Q.2) CITES works by subjecting international trade in specimens of selected species to certain controls. With reference to the CITES appendices,… Continue reading 5th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Current Affairs is the key to crack UPSC!
Dear Students, Current Affairs is the key to cracking the UPSC Exam. And it requires a considerable amount of time and effort. That is why we have come up with a course that ensures you stay on the right track and remain updated always – Samachar Manthan Read below to understand how it is unique What… Continue reading Current Affairs is the key to crack UPSC!
4th March
4th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) The Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE) recently seen in news is a mission by: a) National Aeronautics and Space Administration b) Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency c) European Space Agency d) SpaceX Inspired by: Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE) Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE) Q.2) The Kanyashree Prakalpa recently often seen in news is related to: a) Menstrual… Continue reading 4th March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Question Types – Unique innovation by CD Prime Test Series
If you are a mature aspirant, you will definitely connect with the concept of question types. What are questions types Wherever applicable, we will try to stick to the format decided below. It standardizes questions to a decent extent. A. Consolidation Questions These questions consolidate information on a key theme that is spread across different… Continue reading Question Types – Unique innovation by CD Prime Test Series
3rd March
2nd March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) The ARTEMIS Mission of NASA recently seen in news is particularly related to the study of: a) Saturn b) Moon c) Asteroid Bennu d) Mars Inspired by: How the Moon got ‘sunburns’: A result of sheer magnetism How the Moon got ‘sunburns’: A result of sheer magnetism Q.2) The Moon has visible ‘sunburns’,… Continue reading 2nd March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
[Video] Get over your fear of Economics – Demystifying Economics Course
View the complete schedule of the program here: Click2View.  Join program here: Click2Join. Economics is not only the most important subject in all 3 tiers of the exam (Prelims, Mains and interview) but also the most technical. No wonder it is feared by many aspirants especially those from the arts and medical sciences background. Rather than understanding the concepts,… Continue reading [Video] Get over your fear of Economics – Demystifying Economics Course
2nd March
[Video] SIP Crash Course – Everything that is important nothing that is not
Last minute revision is the key to cracking the exam. We’ve been preparing for months to finalize the right format which will deal with topics in the right amount of depth as per the requirement of the exam and helps you with maximum retention Starts on 3rd February. The program has 4 components. 1. Current… Continue reading [Video] SIP Crash Course – Everything that is important nothing that is not
*Important – Prelims Checklist. Reach out to us if you want to fine tune your strategy
Students, please read the following note. If you need more help in fine-tuning your strategy, click here to fill the form. we will get in touch with you on a first come, first serve basis Your aim should be: 1- to maximize the score by focusing on high yield/ key areas, 2- intelligently studying areas like art… Continue reading *Important – Prelims Checklist. Reach out to us if you want to fine tune your strategy
1st March
1st March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Consider the following statements: The one-horned rhinoceros is rhino specie native to the Indian subcontinent. It is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. It mainly breeds in the Terai grasslands of Northern India. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) 1, 2 and 3 b) Only 1 c) 1 and… Continue reading 1st March 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Clear Prelims like a Pro – With CD Prime TS
Prime TS -> View the Schedule – Click2View. Accepting admissions – Click2Join Students, Prelims are around the corner and we hope you are sticking to the timetable. A gentle reminder to join our TS if you haven’t – Our Prime Test Series is our Flagship Course. You will -3200 questions (+3 CSAT Tests) that will act as your notes for revision.… Continue reading Clear Prelims like a Pro – With CD Prime TS
28th February
28th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) The Yuva Sahakar Scheme sometimes seen in news is related to: a) Employment generation b) SHGs c) Skill development d) Cooperative sector Inspired by: [pib] Yuva Sahakar Scheme [pib] Yuva Sahakar Scheme Q.2) The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) is a statutory body functioning under the: a) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment… Continue reading 28th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
27th February
27th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) The Exercise Sampriti-2019 recently seen in news is a bilateral military exercise of India with: a) Nepal b) Bangladesh c) Sri Lanka d) Mauritius Inspired by: [pib] Exercise Sampriti – 2019 [pib] Exercise Sampriti – 2019 Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air missiles (QRSAM): It aims to replace… Continue reading 27th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Mock Interview Series – Kunwar Akash Singh
Akash (Anthropology optional) is a brilliant metallurgical engineer from IIT, Kharagpur. The polished gentleman gave well-articulated responses to prickly questions but faltered at a few places. This interview offers valuable insights into how complicated and contestable questions should be dealt with. The mock reflects the kind of inquiry an academically strong candidate is likely to face.… Continue reading Mock Interview Series – Kunwar Akash Singh
26th February
26th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Q.1) Consider the following statements: In marketplace model multiple vendors come together under an IT based platform. In inventory model, inventory of goods and services is owned by e-commerce entity and is sold to the consumers directly. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) Only 2 c) Both 1 and 2… Continue reading 26th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions
Mock Interview Series – Galave Machhindra Uttam
Machhindra (PSIR optional, Hindi medium) is a candidate who is an absolute inspiration for anyone and everyone. This young lad from Maharashtra comes from the most humble of all backgrounds – farming. Much of his preparation has happened in his village. His replies are crisp, unambiguous and balanced even when faced with a stern interviewer… Continue reading Mock Interview Series – Galave Machhindra Uttam
Machhindra (PSIR optional, Hindi medium) is a candidate who is an absolute inspiration for anyone and everyone. This young lad from Maharashtra comes from the most humble of all backgrounds – farming. Much of his preparation has happened in his village. His replies are crisp, unambiguous and balanced even when faced with a stern interviewer… Continue reading Mock Interview Series – Galave Machhindra Uttam
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