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How do I prepare for the JNU entrance exam for an MA in history?
Preparing for the JNU entrance exam for an MA in History requires a comprehensive and well-planned approach. Here are some steps that can help you prepare effectively:
- Know the syllabus: The first step is to go through the syllabus of the JNU entrance exam for MA History. This will give you an idea about the topics that you need to cover and the weightage of each topic.
- Gather study material: Gather all the relevant study materials such as textbooks, reference books, and other resources like previous years' question papers, online materials, and notes.
- Make a study plan: Plan your study schedule, set achievable targets and deadlines, and allocate sufficient time for each topic. It is important to balance your time between different topics and sections to ensure that you cover all the topics in the syllabus.
- Focus on key concepts: Focus on understanding the key concepts and themes in history. Also, focus on the analytical and interpretative skills required for studying history.
- Practice writing: Practice writing essays and short answers on various historical topics. This will help you to improve your writing skills and also to understand how to structure your answers.
- Take mock tests: Taking mock tests and solving previous years' question papers is crucial to test your knowledge and assess your preparation level. This will also help you to identify your weak areas and work on them.
- Revision: Revision is key to retaining the information that you have studied. Revise the important topics regularly and make sure that you are well-prepared for the exam day.
In addition to the above steps, it is important to stay updated with current events and happenings related to history, both in India and the world. This will help you to gain a broader perspective and a deeper understanding of the subject.
What is the syllabus for the entrance exam for M A English from DU?
The Pattern for M.A English Entrance Exams for University of Delhi is elaborated below:
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The entrance exam lasts 90 minutes and is designed to assess the candidate's command of the English language.
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The entrance exam will be divided into three sections.
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The first section consists of 60-mark objective model questions.
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The second section will be based on a passage of prose or verse and will include 20-point questions.
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A short essay model question is included in the third section (based on a general literary topic). This section also carries 20 points, for a total of 100 points for the entire test.
3. Admissions are made in order of merit based on performance in the entrance exam.
You are required to revisit your graduation studies, and if you have access to the previous year's papers, solve some of them before taking the exam.
How do I get my IGNOU ID card after taking admission in the MA programme?
To get your IGNOU ID card you need to visit your IGNOU regional centre. You can collect it from there. The ID card should have a stamp of IGNOU on it which makes it valid. If you will download your IGNOU ID card online, it does not have the stamp making it invalid. This will be a major problem in your exams.
It is highly possible that IGNOU does not mail your card. Most of the time you will have to visit the regional centre personally to get your IGNOU ID card.
How should I prepare myself, for MA in economics entrance examination of JNU?
Especially if you are from a political science background, make sure you have deep knowledge about the topics that you have covered during your graduation. The questions that appear in the entrance examination usually focus on topics like Classical Political Philosophy, Indian Political Thought, Indian Politics, and International Relations
Suggested Readings
- Classical Political Philosophy - Sushila Ramaswamy or C.L.Wayper
- Indian Political Thought - Thomas Pantham or B.R. Mehta
- Indian Politics - Oxford Companion to Indian Politics, and read the book by Bidyut Chakravarty and Rajendra Pandey on Indian government and politics.
- For theoretical understanding, - Baylis and Smith.
Never skip current affairs, which is an important part of the question paper, and try to improve your writing skills for better results.
How do I go about choosing between JNU and DSE for MA Economics?
Both the courses are distinct from one another.
At DSE, they train you rigorously in mathematics. And this is an important part of your journey but that is about the only part DSE focuses on. Economic theory at DSE will give you an edge over a lot of other institutions and get your foot in the door inside a lot of big names in finance.
Now coming to JNU, they don’t give a lot of emphasis on Maths but they make sure you read a lot more than you will read at DSE. This means you build a well-rounded view of the world and how economies function. This is a good thing as it will help you very much in mainstream research and things like journalism where you need to know a lot of things.
Also, at JNU reading thoroughly is a part of the curriculum which is not the same in DSE. With the curriculum at JNU, you will discover different schools of thought and learn to think for yourself.
Overall, choosing JNU will be better.
How should I prepare for MA Economics entrances for JNU and DSE in 45 days?
Preparing for MA Economics entrances for JNU and DSE will need immense concentration and dedication. You will need to prioritize to keep everything in balance. Here are some things you can go through:
- The core subjects include Mathematics, Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics. Select any 3 out of these 5 subjects which you feel are your strengths.
- Revise the basics from your graduation notes and practice past year exam papers.
- For the subjects you feel you are weaker in, revise the basics. Do not spend too much time on them.
- Practice questions from past years.
- Analyse the topics in which you are lagging behind and try to read those in detail. You can also skip some topics too.
- For Statistics, focus more on Permutations and Combinations, Probability, Discrete and Continuous Random Variables.
- DSE requires a mathematical approach and proper concentration. So practice past year papers and do not forget concepts.
The books you can refer to are: Dornbush and Blanchard for Macroeconomics. Hal Varian, Nicolson, and Pyndick for Microeconomics. Hammond and Chiang for Maths. SC Gupta and Miller for Statistics and finally Gujarati for Econometrics.
What are some good books for the MEG course(MA in English) of IGNOU?
The study materials provided by IGNOU are more than enough. They are very helpful as they are loaded with more quality information than other books. Buying extra books will be just an additional unnecessary expense that you can easily cut down on.
Nowadays English Literature students should turn to online study guides. They are the best options. Some famous sites are listed below:
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Sparknotes
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Cliffsnotes
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Jiffynotes
These sites will give students a better understanding of school subjects. Apart from this, there are certain points you need to keep in point for the best results:
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Read a lot.
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Make extensive notes.
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Ask doubts.
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Do extra research
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Prove and validate your point clearly.
These points combined with the study material will yield good benefits.
How is the atmosphere at JNU for MA course (in International relations) to prepare for UPSC?
Jawaharlal Nehru University is renowned for its excellent academics, especially for higher studies. JNU is gifted with experienced scholars who become the support pillar for every student. They play a major role in the personal and academic growth of the students. They have a commendable library facility, which is the perfect place for your UPSC preparation. The hush green campus will soothe your mind and give you more space for your development.
I want to pursue an M.A. in geography at JNU next year. How can I crack its entrance exam?
If you are interested in Geography and have basic knowledge, it is not difficult to get admission at JNU. The syllabus for the entrance test is the same as that of undergraduate (Hons) in Geography. You can go through the syllabus on the website along with the question papers from the previous years too. It will help you understand how to prepare for the entrance test.
The entrance test consists of 100 marks with objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Do not try to attempt all questions. Rather focus on accuracy. Take a calculated risk and try to attempt 80-88% of questions correctly.
You can get an idea about the question asked in the entrance from previous year’s question papers and paper 2 and 3 of NET-JRF Geography.
How much can an average student score in an MA programme at IGNOU?
The word average student is vague. The examiner checking your answer sheets has no idea whether you are an average student or a topper. So it all depends on your preparation for the exam. You can get above-average marks if you study well and attempt the exam well. Similarly, not studying well might result in below-average marks.
The rough estimate of average IGNOU marks is around 55-60 marks (out of 100).
So it can be said that an average student can score first division easily. It mostly depends on how you write your answers.
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