Benefits of Using Law As An Optional Subject During UPSC
1. Overlaps with General Studies & Ethics Paper
- Law is highly relevant to GS Paper II (Polity, Governance, and International Relations).
- Helps in GS Paper IV (Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude) through legal case studies.
2. Useful for Prelims, Mains, & Interview
- Indian Polity & Governance in UPSC Prelims is directly linked to Law.
- Legal understanding strengthens arguments in the Interview round.
3. Logical & Analytical Subject
- No rote memorization—requires clear understanding and logical reasoning.
- Case law-based approach helps in answer writing.
4. Scoring Subject with Structured Preparation
- Well-defined syllabus and direct questions from standard sources.
- Limited scope for surprises compared to humanities subjects.
5. Useful for Aspirants Preparing for Judicial Services & CLAT
- Helps candidates appear for Judiciary exams, CLAT PG, or legal careers.
