GK Current Affairs Preparation for Competitive Exams

1. How to prepare GK and current affairs for Competitive exams In any competitive examination related to government sector, GK and current affairs has become the most important part and has been given more weightage if asked. The odd factor about this is that it is bit tricky to remember. This section is one of the difficult portions to prepare for as there is no limitation or pattern to be followed while preparing for it. GK and current affairs has a vast pool of information which keeps on increasing with time. This is the reason one has to get updated daily with the current news and events happening around. The best way to be connected with the stories is by following newspaper or via social networking. Most of the civil service exams like UPSC IAS, CDS, IES etc give a dedicated section to GK and current affairs. Most of the topics which are covered in it are related to Indian History, Geography, Culture, Society, Technology, Economic, Polity, Governance, Ethics, international relations etc. Here are some way to always in touch with the latest news and trends happening in the world. Newspaper There the traditional and the old fashion way to get the best news update. Now with the increase in population the number of people reading newspapers has also increased which is the reason why there is increase in newspaper publisher in the market. But the most well know firm are only known to be trust worthy. In the world where there is wanted and rumours news spreading around, it becomes tough to select the ones which can be trusted. So to people tend to choose different news source to verify the facts. Some newspapers like The Times of India, The Hindu, Indian Express etc are in the business way before our independence and is still maintain the dignity of severing proper and relevant news to its readers. GK Books and Current Affairs Books They are the readily available sets of sample for students especially ones who are preparing for competitive exams. It can be considered for study purpose as it is more exam-oriented and has enough content with respect to the syllabus. It’s not worth enough to just read current affairs books, one should even considered the date or year the book was issued as it would matter a lot in examination. Current affairs are completely related to the present event and situation, so makes a choice to consider the latest issue only. Read Magazines There are various magazines available in the market, but most of them are related to a particular subject and it’s always considered to read from different magazine rather than

2. sticking with single publisher. There two types of magazines available both as hardcopy and softcopy, some of the famous in each genre are Reader’s Digest, Film Fare, Wired, Manorama, Business Today, TIME etc. Television/Radio News Report If one is not able to access printed copy of the latest scenario, then they can even hear them through radio or television. This has become another great source to make news accessible to all kind of people. GK Mock Test Take a GK mock test or solve some previous year question paper and test yourself. Try to note down the topics which seems to be tough while taking the mock test. Most of the test will include current affairs too so you don’t have to give current affairs mock test separately. Always make a habit of reading newspaper or keep tab of things via news provide by different application. This way you will always be aware of current scenario around you which will eventually help you in preparing for competitive examination.