A .Importance of reading newspapers 1.Newspapers are the biggest source of news about current affairs. 2. Newspaper reading improves communication and vocabulary skills. 3.It improves general knowledge. B.What to do while reading the papers? 1.Keep a copy of the syllabus for quick reference. 2.Refer to the previous year’s question papers to glean information about the main topics asked under current affairs. 3.Take topic-wise notes from what you read in the papers. 4.Instead of perusing, read strategically and focus on the concept. 5.Update your newspaper knowledge by referring to various websites. Also Read :https://posts.gle/dTbsqoSiL1odQHZf6 C.Topics to focus on for Prelims and Mains. 1.Government policies. 2.Technological developments. 3.Latest government schemes for development. 4.Government initiatives. 5.Current controversies. 6.Major developmental schemes and issues. D.Tips for reading the newspaper the right way 1.Stick to topics related to the syllabus. 2.Take notes about news related to major developmental changes. 3.Focus on court verdicts, parliamentary debates, and court orders. 4.Read and analyse the editorial page given in The Hindu. Chinmaya IAS Academy : Plot no: 5063, Z-Block, Belly Area, Anna Nagar West, Chennai-40 https://g.page/ChinmayaIASacademy?share