We at UPSC Essentials are excited to introduce our Mains answer writing initiative. Our goal is to help you practice writing answers to essential topics from both the static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus, covering various GS papers. This practice is designed to provide value addition to your UPSC CSE Mains preparation. You can attempt today’s answer writing related to topics of GS-2 to check your progress.
In order to ensure that your answers are well-structured, here are some general tips to keep in mind:
Introduction: Your introduction should be brief, not a one-liner, and consist of basic information and definitions from trusted sources.
Body: The main part of your answer should be a mix of points and short paragraphs, using facts from authentic government sources. Avoid over-analysis and use underlining of keywords and visual aids where necessary.
Way forward/ Conclusion: End your answer on a positive note with a forward-looking approach. Self Evaluation is key to our Mains answer writing practice.
For example, when discussing India’s vote for the UN resolution on the war in Gaza, you should include the recent developments at the UN, India’s stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the implications of India’s vote for the Middle East policy. When discussing the Chief Information Commission, focus on its constitution, eligibility criteria, and powers and functions with respect to complaints.
In conclusion, we hope that this initiative will help you improve your answer writing skills and be better prepared for the UPSC CSE Mains exam.