In the UPSC Mains Essay paper, candidates have to attempt two essays, each with a word count of 1000 – 1200. The paper is divided into two sections and one topic can be selected from a choice of four topics in each section. The Essay Paper is for a total of 250 marks with one essay for 125 marks. Unlike the GS papers that are marked purely for content, the essay paper is examined on the basis of just the content, but also the language, coherence, and the way you structure your essay.
In this article, we have discussed every important detail which should be focused upon while writing an essay. These tips will help you enhance your writing skill and structure your easy to gain better marks in UPSC IAS Mains 2020.