Which is comparatively a good choice for an optional subject in the UPSC?
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Some good and popular optional subjects (comparatively easier & scoring) are:
Anthropology – Short syllabus, easy to understand, good scoring trend.
Sociology – Easy to grasp, overlaps with GS and Essay papers.
PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) – Good overlap with GS2 and essay, very popular.
Geography – Conceptual + diagram-based answers, moderate syllabus.
History – Familiar to many, good for humanities students.
If you’re from a science/engineering background, Anthropology or PSIR are often safe bets.