1. Think of your answer as a structure. Build your arguments. Write what is asked in the question. Follow a roadmap, logic, a sequence, order: an answer is a coherent whole.
2. Write what is asked and do not write what you want to. Very important. Don’t stuff your answers with all your knowledge, data and points if it is not asked.
3. Read the question carefully and think about the points being asked and start to write. Think what it is actually asking.
You get marks for writing what is asked; not for what you know.
4. Keep handwriting neat, clear and legible. Your examiner is checking dozens of copies every day. Don’t make it hard for him.
5. Use points, paragraphs, examples, current case studies etc. and also make it look like an arrangement.
Underline major points. Think from the point of view of your examiner. Make your copy really stand out from the competition. Make the examiner look and appreciate your copy.
6. Work on grammar and spelling mistakes. The person preparing for Civil Services should know the correct use of languages.
7. You have only one chance in a year to impress your examiner. So give your best in doing so. Give the best effort to produce a good answer sheet: structured, aligned answers in good language, grammar and suitably underlined.
8. Blue color ink is preferred over black.
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