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First reaction from Civilsdaily

1. Factual questions on the lines of state PCS were high.
2. Questions on armed forces, environment were tough. These were generally not from topics that aspirants study.
3. Polity, economics and geography were on easier lines.
4. Economics – capital markets, bonds – https://indianexpress.com/article/upsc-current-affairs/upsc-essentials/upsc-prelims-2024-economy-six-key-areas-to-focus-9354795/
5. IR was also on expected lines – https://indianexpress.com/article/upsc-current-affairs/upsc-essentials/upsc-prelims-2024-special-six-areas-international-relations-9356189/

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