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It is quite common that most of the engineering background candidates make cross-domain shift and prefer a safer bet and some of the subjects from humanities or literature of languages comes on their radar. Public Administration is a very good subject; but, we would suggest you to reconsider if it is a random choice. If you have never been in touch with it, how Public Administration has got preference over other optional subjects available? In recent years, despite being most ...... Read More
As per new Main Examination pattern you need to take only one optional subject and there is no reason why you should get confused with optional subject choice. You should go for your own subject –Economics instead of trying hands with a new subject. Moreover, the recent result trends for Public Administration are also depressing. You are in Delhi and with a lot of awareness around; you can pick all relevant books and study material. Besides, you have quite a few good coaching institutes in case you need guidance. Economics is a very good optional subject and producing excellent results as well. So, build on this and prepare effectively. All the best!... Read More
In the beginning, most of the candidates are in similar situation and look for answers of such questions. Being an Engineer, while taking up this task, knowledge may not pose problem; but, yes, smart work and a sound preparation strategy is needed to crack this examination. If you are not comfortable with your own subject (Electrical & Electronics Engineering), you will have to do little exercise to figure out a suitable optional subject that can help you ...... Read More
You can consider Panini Classis (Kailash Bihari) in Mukherjee Nagar, Delhi for preparing Literature of sanskrit Language. ... Read More
In the present set-up, Optional Subject selection is not that difficult. But, for candidates like you, it is little tricky as there is no optional subject available that directly match with your academics. However, Optional Subject selection is not that challenging once you commence serious preparation. The syllabus for General Studies at both Prelims as well as Main Examination involve many themes from diverse disciplines that gives you a feel about subject that may be picked...... Read More
Yes, you can think of keeping Mechanical Engineering as optional subject provided you have grip over the subject and understand the UPSC requirements. We suggest you should have a look at the syllabus and previous years’ question papers to understand the requirements and the examiners’ expectations. As this is your own subject, you will be able to judge where you stand and how much effort is needed to match the exam-standards. If not convinced with Mech...... Read More
बिलकुल. मुख्य परीक्षा के नये प्रारुप में आपको केवल एक वैकल्पिक विषय का चुनाव करना है और उपलब्ध विषयों में से कोई भी विषय आप चुन सकते हैं. हिन्दी भाषा का साहित्य एक अच्छा वैकल्पिक विष...... Read More
You have liberty to choose any optional subject from the optional subjects available. It is quite common among candidates particularly among Engineers to pick some other subject that they feel comfortable with. You can choose Literature of Oriya Language as optional subject if you wish so.... Read More
As per the most reliable data available from UPSC Annual Report for Civil Services Examination 2011, Psychology (10.5%) had the best success-rate among these three optional subjects. Next, come Sociology (8.2%) and Public Administration (7.9%) is not far behind. For Engineering graduations, none of these offer anything special that can help score well. It is always aptitude that matters the most while selecting the most suitabl...... Read More
The rules of the game have changed and earlier picking one optional subject that used to render some help in General studies played strategic role. But, with one optional subject now and magnitude of General Studies going up, you need to recognize the background that calls for an absolutely fresh approach while selecting optional subject. We suggest, you should indulge in serious preparation...... Read More
Assessing any optional subject with length of syllabus is not the right criterion for optional subject selection for Civil Services (Main) Examination. You should pick that optional subject that matches with your aptitude. Your liking and interest in the subject would help you in any optional subject even if it has a lengthy syllabus size. By the way, both the optional subjects shortlisted b...... Read More
Optional subject selection is little tricky for Computer Science graduates as there is no subject in the list of available optional subject that helps in preparation. The following article would help you in making an informed choice about optional subject selection: Choosing optional Subject For preparation, you should depend upon the authentic source and should rely upon related standard text-books to have complete understanding of the topics and conceptual clarity.... Read More
The new format for Civil Services (Main) Examination has only ‘One’ optional subject and it is strategic to pick your own subject provided you are able to do justice with it. For prior planning, you should aim to cover the domain of General Knowledge and optional subject selection can be done at a later stage. ... Read More
Have a look at the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2014 scheme that will give you a complete picture about the question papers in Main (Written) Examination. Scheme for Civil Services (Main) Examination 2014... Read More
First, be clear that in new format for Civil Services (Main) Examination, you need to pick only one optional subject. so, your task is a bit easier. As has been observed, engineering background candidates generally make cross-domain shift and pick a new subject from different streams. The subjects you have short-listed – History, Political Science and even Law are interesting choice and in past, a lot of engineering background candidates have opted for these and have pro...... Read More
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