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I am writing Some instructions for those who are going to write mains 2021:

1. Remeber Now its not about preparation but performance in mains exam. Just write whatever you know and remember.

2. If some questions are difficult for you then it is for others as well.

3. Attempt all questions. Every single mark counts. My strategy for GS was to solve 15 marker questions first, by allocating 11 minutes for each. For example on 22nd minute I would expect to finish 2nd question, and on 66th minute 6th and so on.
Then attempt 10 markers by giving 7 minutes each.

For ethics, I used to solve case studies first by giving 14 minutes to each then Part A questions.

4. Be calm. Don't panic even if you don't know anything about some questions. Just keep writing, without thinking much.

5. Write spaciously. Keep spaces. It should look attractive. Presentation matters, sometime use diagram, flow chart etc.

6. Always remember to divide questions in 2 and 3 parts for 10 and 15 markers respectively.

7. You can make box for subheading to make it attractive and to indicate that You have answered all parts of question.

8. Pick the subheadings from questions itself.

9. Sleep on time. Keep yourself hydrated. Eat healthy. Don't take tension that I don't remember this and that. It doesn't matter much.

10. Reach venue half an hour before reporting time to avoid last minute panick.

All the best.

-IAS Kamalkishor (AIR 137)