What Are the Advantages of Choosing Geology as an Optional Subject for UPSC?

1. High Scoring & Objective Nature 
  • Geology is a subject with direct answers, hence, easier to score in. 
2. Overlap with General Studies & Current Affairs
  • Environment, climate change, natural disasters, and mineral resources are important for GS Paper I & III. 
3. Useful for the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Exam 
  • For IFoS too, Geology is a key optional subject which is an advantage for candidates targeting both UPSC CSE & IFoS. 
4. Availability of Study Material & Coaching Support 
  • Ample learning material is available through standard books, NCERTs, research papers, and online resources.
5. Diminished Rivalry and Elevated Achievement Level
  • Fewer individuals choose geology as a subject unlike history or political science which means high scorers are fewer in number.