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Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in Preparing for Competitive Exams           Competitive exams are a critical step in any academic journey, and their importance cannot be overstated. Aspiring candidates pour countless hours into preparation, but sometimes, even the most diligent students can falter. Knowing what not to do is as important as knowing what to do. In this article, we'll explore the top 10 mistakes to avoid while preparing for competitive exams. Mistake 1: Lack of a Proper Study Plan Why It's a Mistake: The Ramifications of Aimlessness : Many students underestimate the importance of a well-structured study plan. Without one, your preparation efforts can become fragmented and uncoordinated, which leads to several issues: Inefficiency : You may end up spending too much time on topics that are relatively unimportant, while glossing over key subjects that require more focus. Gaps in Knowledge : Studying in a haphazard manner can ...
  Indus Valley Civilisation   General Overview One of the four earliest civilisations along with Mesopotamia, Egypt, and China. Part of the proto-history of India. Belongs to the Bronze age. Mature phase lasted between 2600-1900 BC. Chronological Phases Early Phase: 3500-2600 BC Middle (Mature) Phase: 2600-1900 BC Later Phase: 1900-1400 BC Key Discoveries Harappa discovered by Dayaram Sahni in 1921. Mohenjodaro discovered by RD Banerjee in 1922. Nomenclature Coined "Indus Valley Civilisation" by John Marshall. Also known as "Harappan Civilisation" after the first discovered site, Harappa. Alternatively called "Saraswati-Sindhu Civilisation". Geographical Spread Covered areas in Sind, Baluchistan, Afghanistan, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Maharashtra. Sites in Afghanistan Mundigak Shortughai Westernmost ...