COMMON MYTHS ABOUT CIVIL SERVICES/UPSC/IAS – BUSTED These are the myths that generally make rounds among some IAS aspirants and laypersons across the country. This is an account of fact-checks that provides evidence against all the 14 myths that persist out there.
Myth 1: Toughest of all Exams- “Mother of all exams” Reality: With right strategy and a proper guidance, any exam can be cracked. This is true for IAS exam as well. The fact that this exam is a lengthy process which extends well over a year, makes it appear difficult. Another factor contributing to such widespread fear of exam being the toughest is its vast syllabus. The syllabus, though huge, can be completed if the aspirant sticks to right set of study material (especially for building the fundamentals) and keeps oneself abreast with the Current Affairs
Myth 2: IAS aspirants have to study for long hours – 15-18 hours per day Reality: Many students who study less than 10 hours have cracked the IAS exam. Toppers and IAS tutors often suggest IAS aspirants to study for 8 hrs per day. Many examples people who work regular jobs (Full-time) have cracked the IAS exam with the help of guidance from the Weekend classes. All that is to be kept in mind is that the hours you put in must be effective hours (meaning one should not factor in the breaks on takes) of study in a day. Also the preparation should be planned according to the IAS aspirant’s commitment and his/her most active hours of the day
