How should I prepare for HCS Exam?

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How should I prepare for HCS Exam?

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    The preparation of HCS is done, unlike any other UPSC Examination. Here are the strategies that the candidate needs to adopt.

    It is extremely necessary that the candidate should have the drive and passion for success in the exam.
    There should be a dedication to the examination. Ensure to stick to a strict time table of preparation.
    Follow the advice of a mentor who can help you with your doubts.
    Practice. Practice and more Practice until you are thorough with concepts.

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    The first and foremost step is to go through the syllabus of the exam and ensure to have it with you all the time. It has been constantly reiterated again and again by both successful candidates as well as eminent faculty to build the foundation with the NCERT Textbooks that are again in relevance with the syllabus. Ensure to highlight the relevant and important topics as you proceed on mking the notes on Prelims and the Mains. The NCERT books build the foundation for the Exam.

    In addition to the NCERT books study the following books for General Studies as well as Optional Subjects . Regular reading of newspapers and magazines helps you master over current developments in economic, political and social issues and policy changes. Most of the past students have recommended either of The Tribune or the Giriraj Magazine for socio-economic, political and development issues related to Himachal Pradesh.

    Current Affairs:
    The Hindu
    Daily News Analysis by Jatin Verma (Unacademy)
    The Tribune, Himachal edition.
    PIB analysis by Jatin Verma(Unacademy).

    Magazines:
    Yojana Magazine.

    Books:
    Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth.
    India Economy by Ramesh Singh.
    NCERT books Class 9–12th standard.

    History:
    NCERT books 6–12th
    History of Modern India by Bipin Chandra
    India after Gandhi by Ramachandra Guha

    Geography:
    Physical and Human Geography by G.C. Leong.
    Oxford Atlas

    Science and Technology:
    NCERT books from class 6–10th standard.

    Environment and Ecology:
    Shankar IAS notes

    Himachal General Knowledge section:
    The wonderland Himachal by Jag Mohan Balokhra
    Himachal Pradesh, History, Culture, and Economy by Mian Goverdhan Singh

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