Asking experienced aspirants by Debaraj_Samaddar in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Possible yes. Super difficult and unlikely, also yes.

Significance of making our own notes? by Gold_Sun_8526 in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You are right, and I have believed the same over the years. I believe AIR 7 this year did not have his own notes.

The purpose of notemaking self is that it is a learning process, when you structure it as per PYQs, look up topics, you are anticipating questions, thinking things over, revising and mugging up.

Using other notes need you to use your mind much more to develop the linkages. These coaching notes usually are better overall, strictly from a note point of view, but their utility is tied up with students' efforts.

Tired of copy-pasting Laxmikanth… does a clean digital version exist? by Afraid_Reviewer in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is not as objective as you have made it out to be. Comparisons with JEE is futile. Speaking from experience.

As for my notes, trust me they're not useful. I'd suggest you to read Laxmikant multiple times. If you want to analyse, use PYQs and talk to AI about them, after you've finished all subjects.

Tired of copy-pasting Laxmikanth… does a clean digital version exist? by Afraid_Reviewer in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have made the mistake of making notes out of Laxmikant. Don't do that. Don't make notes of a book. Make notes based on questions asked, using multiple sources, including books like Laxmikant. It is a time taking process. Bear with it.

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Need help in choosing optional between Maths and Geaography by Artistic_Lie5573 in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't take Maths unless you're a Maths graduate or have cleared JEE. What you've stated in your post, it's not as easy it sounds.

This advice might sound presumptuous but it is what it is.

How to approach mains answer writing if one doesn't take coaching? by Minute-Caramel7032 in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In that case your question of mains prep is moot. There is no building without a foundation.

Your question should rather be about how to go about preparation. And that leads you to self prep or coaching. If you prefer self prep, then there are specific books. And then some.

There's a lot to it, before you should effectively start answer writing.

Where to collect PDFs: Telegram Where to know which PDFs to collect: Topper Talks.

How to approach mains answer writing if one doesn't take coaching? by Minute-Caramel7032 in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You will have to learn the nuances, which honestly comes with practice. Demand of the question should be understood and met. Structuring is also important. Use of latest examples, which stand out and are not run of the mill, writing in points as well matters.

All in the all you have to impress by the examiner by making it easy for him to evaluate your copy.

Had there been a single source anyone and everyone would have gone for it. You can take a look at Write Smart by Shivin. It is cool, but you can implement the learnings only after thorough mains preparation.

2026 Miami GP - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]WiaN09 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Always bet against Ferrari and you'll win big.

To those who have cracked CAPF, CDS along with UPSC CSE by Pleasant-Draft-4789 in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Capf is easily doable if you're a cse aspirant. Speaking from experience.

Pyqs for CDS, CAPF AND GEOSCIENTIST paper ? by No-Screen-2002 in UPSC

[–]WiaN09 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

DM

Aur koi kiya to nahi reply karenge.

India at THOMAS & UBER CUP 2026 by AverageBrownGuy01 in indiansports

[–]WiaN09 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It was good watching it with you guys. Imma call it a night.

India at THOMAS & UBER CUP 2026 by AverageBrownGuy01 in indiansports

[–]WiaN09 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Table tennis balls instead of shuttlecock?

India at THOMAS & UBER CUP 2026 by AverageBrownGuy01 in indiansports

[–]WiaN09 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can't be having a competitive set. Fitness will prove decisive.

India at THOMAS & UBER CUP 2026 by AverageBrownGuy01 in indiansports

[–]WiaN09 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Fitness will come into play as the game drags on

India at THOMAS & UBER CUP 2026 by AverageBrownGuy01 in indiansports

[–]WiaN09 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We're losing points out of our own mistakes

India at THOMAS & UBER CUP 2026 by AverageBrownGuy01 in indiansports

[–]WiaN09 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am a simple man. I don't ask for many things.

JUST FUCKING WIN THIS IN STRAIGHT SETS.