do IAS examination can be read by ourself??? with all the good stuff nd guidance from a retired IAS or rank holder ??...

Hello,
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Obviously you can read it by yourself.
But remember you shouldn't loose interest as syllabus will pretty much high.
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As you even mentioned you have retired IAS officer to suggest,that will be quite good to carry on.
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Remember You should be updated with the news paper and general awareness everyday.please ask if something else  needed.
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Thank.you