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manisha.gupta 15th Jan, 2020

Hello Aspirant,

Though every student has its own unique way of studying for various entrances but some of the tips which are basic yet impactful are:
Know the CLAT paper pattern, marking scheme, changes in previous year, latest trends and participating colleges.
It is not the quantity of books but the quality of books which matters. So make sure you have a selective yet good books with you.
Start with previous year CLAT question papers and previous year papers.
Be updated with General awareness, current affairs updates and even legal updates.
Work on your vocabulary. Read newspapers and relevant novels. This will also help you in increasing your speed.
Areas of Law to be understood in basic form includes: Law of Torts, Law of Contract, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law and some understanding of Family law.
Attempt online and offline mocks test. There are sectional and full length mocks available as well. Material you can refer to are: -Previous year question papers -Norman Lewis- Word Power Made easy -Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning- By RS Agarwal -Universal guide to LLB Exam -Pearson GK Module -Monthly magazines on GK, Current Affair, Books and Novel.

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Alok Mishra 12th Nov, 2018

Hi,

First of all make yourself familiar with the CLAT Syllabus. Questions will be asked from following sections:

English Language including Comprehension

General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Mathematics with Numerical Ability

Legal Aptitude

Logical Reasoning

Identify your strong and weak areas and prepare a strategy on the basis of that. Strong grasp of basics will be necessary to succeed. Clear the subject-matter doubts as early as possible. Regular revision is key to success, so revise regularly. Takes helps of Mock tests to measure your progress and on the basis of these make necessary change in your strategy.

For Topper tips and expert advices read Preparation Tips for CLAT 2019.

I hope it helps!

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