World History is one of the most popular and high-scoring subjects in any government examination. The general studies section consists of History that candidates need to study to clear this section. However, many candidates do not understand the exact preparation approach towards the history subject. Indeed, with its intense and vast syllabus, this subject remains a difficult one to crack in the general studies section. 

Right from UPSC to clerical exams, history forms the most important part of general studies in all these examinations. On the other hand, candidates always find preparing for their history section quite overwhelming. They often face challenges in studying this subject however with a proper understanding, one can easily ace world history. 

It is important to know that general studies include topics such as History, geography, polity, science, economy, and much more. Among these, history is a quite tricky subject as there are many events that took place during ancient times. One needs to fully understand the chronology of the events to study this subject smoothly. 

As there are numerous events and persons involved in each event, one must dive into its past and study the reasons as to why certain events occurred in the first place itself. This subject builds curiosity within individuals as there are various plot twists related to each event. Hence, understanding the events, persons involved in those events, what caused the events, etc is very necessary. 

In addition to that, government examinations allot a good amount of weightage to the history subject. The reason being, the history subject is divided into three main periods/eras which makes the entire subject more comprehensive. 

The three main eras in which history is divided is as follows:

  • Ancient History 
  • Medieval History 
  • Modern History 

Along with this, history is generally spread over many areas such as social, political, cultural, economic, and administrative. Hence, the questions related to history revolve around all such areas which aspirants need to learn. 

Some of the important topics of History that are asked in the general studies section are as follows 

  • American Revolution
  • Russian Revolution
  • French Revolution
  • Imperialism
  • Nazism
  • Fascism
  • Unification of Italy
  • Unification of Germany
  • Bi-Polar World and Cold War
  • Uni-Polar World
  • Disintegration of USSR
  • How the philosophies of the French Revolution changed the course of World History?
  • The emergence of the USA as a superpower.
  • Performance Evaluation of the United Nations since its inception.
  • Opium War
  • October Revolution
  • The colonization of Asia and Africa was not a smooth journey.
  • Quit India Movement 
  • Rowlatt Act
  • The Battle of Panipat
  • Jalilanwala Bagh Massacre 

Among these, the Indian constitution plays a crucial role in the entire World’s history.

To conclude, History is one of the most important sections in the general studies of any government examinations. Candidates aspiring for government examinations should pay special attention to this subject. Understand the chronology of various events that took place in the past and present, prominent persons involved in each event, and the places in which these events occurred. If planned correctly, one can easily score more marks in the world history section and ace their government examinations.