Asmita Balakrishnan

Which college is better? St Stephens college Delhi or Christ university Bangalore for BA arts?

6 days ago College

Current students tell you what the place feels like now. Recent alumni tell you whether the degree actually helped later. You need both. That is usually the point where personal fit becomes more important than brand value.

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Which NCERT should you refer to for IAS, the old or the new?

2 weeks ago UPSC

NCERTs are valuable because they remove conceptual gaps and give you a cleaner start. They are not the full preparation, but skipping them often creates confusion later.

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Is sociology a good optional subject for the UPSC Mains? Why?

3 weeks ago UPSC

High-scoring stories are not enough on their own. The same optional can work brilliantly for one student and feel exhausting for another. Most people improve once that part becomes clear.

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Is this necessory to take coaching for IAS?

1 month ago UPSC

I would decide based on what exactly you need: - a roadmap - answer feedback - accountability - optional guidance - or just a test series That makes the decision much more practical. That small shift alone can save a lot of time.

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Which institute's study material is best for preparation of ias?

1 month ago UPSC

I would keep the source list much tighter than what most online lists suggest. One standard source per subject and repeated revision is usually enough. That is usually where preparation starts feeling more manageable.

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How should answers be written for 10 marks and 15 marks questions to fetch maximum marks in the UPSC Mains?

1 month ago UPSC

I would treat each stage as a separate skill rather than one big generic preparation block.

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Can I get admission in Lady Shri Ram College if I start studying now?

1 month ago College

Current students tell you what the place feels like now. Recent alumni tell you whether the degree actually helped later. You need both. That is usually the point where personal fit becomes more important than brand value.

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What is your review of Isabella Thoburn Intermediate College, Lucknow?

1 month ago College

I would not overvalue one attractive feature if the basics are weak. Branding can be impressive while the day-to-day student experience is still average.

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