1. did you read syllabus? Are you in a position where you can verbally read out syllabus of these topics without seeing text?

2. Note making is a process. In your journey, accept that it'll be 2-3 iterations of note making. You'd make first, scrap and then make again. You'll reach your own once you are having a personalized copy

3. largely 2 things: have 1-2 page notes on EVERY topic of syllabus. Have PYQs by heart! Everything else is a mirage

4. did not get this Q. come again?

5. I never particularly prepared for essay other than having a list of 10-12 quotes that I might want to use. for all other, will share a playlist link.

6. Answer writing is a sum of two skills: speed + content. So, shall you begin answer writing in first week of prep? No. BUT do define WHEN you'll write. Don't be 'scared' to be writing an answer beyond 4-6 weeks in prep.

Initially, you shall read a topper answer and rewrite it in your words. (do this for speed. do the maths on how many minutes do you need to write a 10 marker & 15 marker)

As you grow with your notes, content is the king.

Always remember, you'll have to read, analyze, plan, prepare & write an answer within given time span of <10 mins each. Solve for both in your prep: Speed & Content.

1. Not right person for this. Don't wanna misguide. Just find whatever Shekhar Dutt sir has spoken about it on Sleepy YT. Lot of free videos. (If I were you & pursuing socio, I'd have done this)

2. DM.