Why you should read newspaper? - Video

Newspapers are an integral part of UPSC Civil Services preparation as it keeps the aspirants updated on the recent developments and happenings across the country and globe. However, there’s a specific way in which newspapers should be read in order to not waste time. The goal is to read the newspaper in such a way that it aids your preparation without taking a lot of your time.

First and foremost, it is important to note that you should not dedicate more than 60 minutes for newspaper reading.

Now, let us go on and discuss what to read for each subject:
National News
What to read :

???? Nationwide schemes/initiatives launched by the government.

????The implications of the event of national importance. For eg, any natural/man-made calamity, accidents, etc that could have been prevented by a comprehensive disaster management action plan.

???? News related to ISRO or any scientific development

International News
What to read:

????International conferences and events attended by Prime Minister and President.

????Treaties and agreements signed therein

???? Reports published by international organizations such as the UN, WHO, UNICEF, ASEAN, etc. Eg: WHO’s reports on COVID-19, various indexes issued by these organizations.

????Major political events in other countries like uprisings, political coup etc. Eg Israel issue, Rohingya crisis.

Economy
What to read:

????Press releases by SEBI, RBI, NITI Aayog, NASSCOM, ASSOCHAM, etc

???? Reforms and measures introduced by the finance ministry and their implications.

????Eg: GST reforms, Relief package introduced by the government, etc.

????Indicators like GDP, CPI, IIP, etc

Polity
What to read:

????Parliamentary bills and acts. Eg: Citizenship Amendment Act

????Schemes/reforms etc announced by the government.

???? Ministry-wise schemes and reports

???? Verdicts of the supreme court and high courts on important matters.

???? Parliamentary debates

General Knowledge
What to read:

???? Issues related to environment and biodiversity.

????Culture and heritage-related news such as the conduct of national programs and events.

????GI tags, the addition of UNESCO heritage site, etc

????News about endangered and extinct species

????Other science & technology related news

What should not be the focus?
1. Local news.
2. Political news.
3. Masala items like film reviews, wardrobe malfunctions (which you won’t find in ‘The Hindu), celebrity interviews etc.
4. Trivial facts like sports titles, awards, personalities in news etc.

The importance of reading the newspaper for Civil Services has increased tremendously.

The crux of these tips is not to waste time over trivial issues (unimportant for UPSC exam) and focus on areas where it matters.

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