An important question for aspirants to consider when beginning their preparation process is how to read NCERT. Reading the NCERT books thoroughly and effectively is essential for preparing for all competitive exams. The analysis shows that NCERT books are frequently used, either directly or indirectly, in questions from previous year’s exam papers.

NCERT textbooks are crucial for both the KPSC examination administered by Kerala PSC and the UPSC Civil Service. It is simple to understand even for beginners because it comprehensively covers the KPSC exam syllabus.

NCERT books are fairly simple to understand because they were written with schoolchildren in mind. It will bring about excellent intellectual clarity. Additionally, it offers facts with more veracity. The most senior faculty members also prepared these books, and the content is really helpful. 

How to read NCERT Books for KAS?

• Prior to reading, keep the KAS Syllabus close at hand. Utilize the syllabus to locate the pertinent book themes.
•  We have two options for finishing the reading. As follows:

1. Class-wise: Beginning in sixth grade, all pertinent texts are read in order of class.
2. Subject-Wise: Using this strategy, begin reading a single subject and finish every book from sixth to twelfth grade.

• The ideal way to read NCERT books is to go through each subject by subject. This can help you understand concepts and better help you remember information.
• To learn the pattern of questions, try to keep the previous year’s preliminaries and main question papers.
• Understand the ideas in the first reading.
• Making notes or underlining the significant passages will aid in additional reading or revision.
• Make NCERT notes in accordance with the curricular topic.
• Make sure you are studying the material that is on the course curriculum. Do not go off into irrelevant subjects from any books.
• Try to finish each chapter and topic within the allotted time.
• It is advised to take notes in accordance with the subject of the curriculum. Just divide your notes into the topics on your curriculum.
• To make it simple to recall, each subject and topic requires a different note-taking approach.
• For instance, most history notes require a flow chart with simple factual material in them, and many geography courses require mnemonic devices.
•  Consequently, keep notes as needed.
• After a year or two, rephrase the notes so you won’t need to refer to your book again for the same subject.