Writing effective answers for the UPSC exam requires a combination of knowledge and strategy.

Here are some tips to keep in mind when writing answers for the UPSC exam:

1. Understand the question: Understanding the question is the first and most important step in writing a good answer. Make sure you understand what the question is asking and what type of answer is expected. Underline key words and phrases in the question to help you stay focused on the task at hand. For example, if the question asks for the causes of a particular event, make sure to focus on discussing the causes and not the effects.
2.  Plan your answer: Before you start writing, take a few minutes to plan your answer. This will help you organize your thoughts and ensure that your answer is clear and logical. Identify the main points you want to make and the examples and evidence you will use to support them. Also, decide on the structure of your answer, such as using headings and subheadings. This will help you to stay focused and ensure that your answer is well-organized.
3.  Use a clear and concise writing style: UPSC examiners are looking for clear, concise writing. Avoid using jargon or complex vocabulary that may confuse the reader. Use simple and direct language to convey your points. Also, use the appropriate tone for the question, for example, use formal language for a formal question.
4.  Use examples and evidence: Use real-life examples and evidence to support your points. This will help to make your answer more convincing and will also show the examiners that you have a good understanding of the topic. You can use examples from current affairs, historical events, personal experiences, etc. Also, make sure that the examples you use are relevant to the question and support your main points.
5.  Use a structured format: Use a structured format to organize your answer. For example, use headings and subheadings to break up your answer into manageable sections. Also, use bullet points or numbered lists to make your answer more readable. This will make it easier for the examiners to follow your thought process and understand your main points.
6.  Practice, practice, practice: The more you practice writing answers, the better you will become at it. Make sure to practice writing answers under timed conditions to help you prepare for the real exam. You can practice writing answers to past UPSC questions or to sample questions available online. Also, practice writing different types of questions such as descriptive, analytical and argumentative.
7.  Proofread and revise: Before submitting your answer, make sure to proofread it for errors. Also, revise it if necessary to make sure that it is clear and concise. Check for spelling and grammar errors, and make sure that your answer is well-organized and easy to follow
8.  It is stated that composing answers is an art. The good news is that any kind of art may be learned with time. Will and effort, frequent practise, and some direction are all that are required. We are here to assist you with the guidance portion of the exam, and we hope you are able to effectively incorporate the ideas we will present into your preparation.

The Essence

Don’ts and Dos while preparing for Daily Answers Writing UPSC:

Develop a fundamental mental structure of the solution before putting it to paper. This is a key ability that you must cultivate immediately. It should be the case that as soon as you have read and comprehended a question, you instantly begin conceptualising the answer’s structure. This becomes simpler with repetition, and if necessary, you can scribble down (with a pencil) everything you recall as and when you remember it. The final point is significant since we sometimes forget or are unable to recollect information at the last minute (or while writing), which can have a significant impact on the quality of our answer.

Instead of waiting for the solution to come to you, force it out. You must learn how to coerce a response out of yourself. This is not a really challenging task. Consider it in this manner. You are a conscientious aspirant who has prepared extensively for the Mains test; as a result, you are in possession of a vast quantity of knowledge, thoughts, etc. If time were not a constraint, you might thoughtfully consider each sentence before writing it, but time constraints prevent you from doing so. For instance, imagine you can recollect just two points (completely) for an answer while you believe you need at least four points. In such a situation, you should not waste time trying to recollect all the points before answering, but instead you should force yourself to compose the response with whatever knowledge you have. Thus, without wasting time, you offer the question your best effort.

Do not strain your imagination too far: 

The UPSC asks that you have a thorough comprehension of a certain topic and that you articulate this knowledge clearly. Thus, one should not stray into irrelevant ideas, concepts, or arguments when composing a particular response. 

Due to the potential for misunderstanding, excessive contemplation and philosophising should be avoided in Mains response writing. In addition, this can save you time and effort that can be utilised to quickly answer additional inquiries.

• First, compose an appropriate introduction for your response. Ideally, the opening should not only introduce the examiner to the topic/issue/idea, but also (very quickly) describe the primary assumption of the response. If the question contains two or more components, each component must be briefly introduced. 
• The introduction should not exceed 20% of the word limit under any circumstances, and its optimal length is around 10% of the word limit. For 200 words, you should aim for 20 to 40 words for the introduction (and the conclusion too).
• Separate the main content of the response into paragraphs or bullet points as necessary. Each paragraph or bullet point should include only one point (unless there is a compelling reason to do differently), and the most significant or thoroughly recalled points should appear first.
  When asked to address both good and negative elements of a topic, you can either list all the positives in one paragraph and then all the negatives in another, or you can mention a blend of positive and bad features in each paragraph. Do the latter just when there are very few points in the response (because 3 paragraphs for 200 words looks ideal), and for all other occasions, go for the former.

• Conclude your response with a balanced conclusion. You might balance your conclusion with a wholesomely optimistic viewpoint. The viewpoint does not necessarily need to be innovative, but it must be overwhelmingly good. Never conclude on a bad note or tone; you must always be able to find the silver lining.

  Additionally, never conclude the conclusion with another inquiry. If you choose to submit a question as part of your response, do so solely in the main body. Also, avoid concluding your response with hyperbole; instead, offer a solution or a path ahead. This demonstrates a positive attitude and a desire to discover answers, qualities that all CSE aspirants should possess. 

How to introduce and conclude your answer

For the introduction of your response, identify the core of the problem, topic, or concept that the question is probing. Then, add the one-line version of the response that you intend to write.
If space allowed, write the verdict/opinion/decision on a separate line. Therefore, the introduction consists of three phrases that inform the examiner that you already know the correct response and will not waste time searching for it.

To finish your response, begin with a brief statement that summarises all the important elements/points/arguments of your response. Follow up with the previously stated good viewpoint.

The concluding sentence should be a generic statement restating the “verdict/ opinion/ judgement“ expressed in the introduction.

Writing effective answers for the UPSC exam requires a combination of knowledge and strategy. By following these tips, you can improve your chances of success on the exam.