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UPSC PYQ Analysis Toolkit

The UPSC Prelims PYQ Analysis Toolkit provides a structured approach to analyze previous year questions (PYQs) through detailed tables and templates. It includes a PYQ Analysis Table for in-depth question analysis, a PYQ Tracker Template to monitor topic trends, and a PYQ Strategy Checklist to enhance question-solving skills. Utilizing this toolkit aims to improve understanding of UPSC trends and facilitate smarter preparation.

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UPSC PYQ Analysis Toolkit

The UPSC Prelims PYQ Analysis Toolkit provides a structured approach to analyze previous year questions (PYQs) through detailed tables and templates. It includes a PYQ Analysis Table for in-depth question analysis, a PYQ Tracker Template to monitor topic trends, and a PYQ Strategy Checklist to enhance question-solving skills. Utilizing this toolkit aims to improve understanding of UPSC trends and facilitate smarter preparation.

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UPSC Prelims PYQ Analysis Toolkit

1. PYQ Analysis Table Format


Use this table to analyze each question in detail.

| No. | Subject | Topic | Year | Type (Conceptual / Factual / Analytical) | Source (Book / NCERT / CA) | Key

Concept | Elimination Tips | Your Notes / Mistakes |

|-----|---------|-------|------|------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|-------------|------------------|---------

---------------|

Fill in this table while solving previous year questions to understand trends and improve recall.

2. PYQ Tracker Template (Subject-Wise)


Track the frequency and trend of topics.

| Subject | Sub-topic | Years Asked | No. of Questions | Trend (up / down / Steady) | Remarks

|---------------|------------------------|-------------|------------------|-----------------------------|-----------------------------|

| Polity | Fundamental Rights | 2018, 2020 | 3 | Steady | Mostly conceptual

| Economy | Inflation & RBI | 2019, 2021 | 4 | up | Often current affairs

based |

| Environment | Species & Biodiversity | 2017-2023 | 10+ | up | Very important

Create one sheet per subject like this for maximum effectiveness.

3. PYQ Strategy Checklist


Use this checklist while solving PYQs:

- Is the question static or current affairs-based?

- Do I know the concept behind each option?

- Can I eliminate wrong options logically?


- Is this topic repeated across years?

- Where is the source of this question? (NCERT, PIB, etc.)

- Do I need to revise this topic in deeper detail?

Consistent analysis using this toolkit will help you understand UPSC trends and prepare smarter.

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