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Is Whitener allowed in UPSC Prelims?

Jeremy Anderson

Is Whitener allowed in UPSC Prelims?

Ans. It is not recommended to use a whitener on the UPSC OMR sheet. However, no specific rule against the use of whiteners has been notified. Yet candidates must try not using it as it is discouraged in general.

What should I carry for UPSC Prelims 2020?

UPSC Prelims – Instructions

  • Take a copy of the admit card. Candidates should remember to take a printout of the admit card from the official website of the UPSC.
  • Carry a black ballpoint pen.
  • Arrive early.
  • Wear a wrist watch.
  • Do not carry gadgets or mobile phones.
  • Do not panic.

Can we go to washroom during UPSC exam?

Yes ofcourse you can go to washroom during or before starting of the exam. But if you go during the exam you may loose one question ( without even attempting).

Is blue pen allowed in UPSC?

In the Prelims Exam, UPSC has allowed using only a black ball point pen to answer in the OMR Sheet. And, in the Mains Exam, an aspirant can use either a black or blue pen.

Is chewing gum allowed in UPSC exam?

You will not be permitted in exam hall.

How to prepare for UPSC prelims exam?

You need to supplement the same with UPSC exam preparation books, newspapers, NCERT books etc. To boost your marks for UPSC Prelims, we advise you all to enroll for ClearIAS Prelims test series, which offers high-quality questions and all-India mock-test-platform.

Do you have only 6 months to clear UPSC Civil Service prelims?

Do you have only 6 months or less before the next UPSC Civil Service Prelims? Don’t worry. You can clear the Preliminary Exam within this short time frame – provided you follow the right strategy. Remember, there is no UPSC Mains unless you clear UPSC Prelims!

What is the scope of polity in UPSC prelims?

As per the UPSC Prelims Syllabus, Polity portion comprises Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Polity has a lot of static and dynamic elements, and it has an overlap with the syllabus of UPSC Prelims and Mains. New policies, schemes and recent changes in voting.

What is negative marking in the UPSC prelims exam?

AS per the UPSC prelims syllabus, there is “Negative Marking” in the Prelims exam. For every wrong answer, 1/3rd of marks allotted for every question will be reduced from the correct tally of score. So candidates need to be extra careful while making wild guesses in the prelim exams. Current events of national and international importance.