How to Prepare for CLAT in Class 12
How to Prepare for CLAT in Class 12th - The school students who want to pursue legal education from a national law university will need to attend CLAT exam and secure a good rank. Now, for candidates who want to prepare for CLAT in Class 12th, it can be an uphill task to create a balance between board exams and entrance exams. CLAT preparation along with board exams can be even more frustrating when the Consortium of NLUs plans to conduct the CLAT 2021 only three days after the completion of board exams, i.e June 13, 2021. Note that during board exams, the students will not be able to keep the CLAT preparation, so they will have to cover the CLAT syllabus well before the board exams. So, in this article, Careers360 brings you tips and tricks on how to prepare for CLAT in Class 12th and secure a good rank. The CLAT preparation tips will help the candidates in making the right strategy and will thus help in cracking the exam.
How to Prepare for CLAT 2021 in Class 12th - When to Start?
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The answer to the question of when to start the CLAT preparation is simple and very clear - as early as possible. Being an early bird is very beneficial in CLAT especially if the candidate is preparing along with the board exams. To prepare for CLAT in Class 12th, candidates will need a lot of time, so starting early is always recommended. In fact, candidates should focus on completing 90% of CLAT preparation at least one month before the board exam.
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How to Prepare for CLAT in Class 12th - How to Start?
The basics of preparation will be similar to every candidate including for those preparing along with board exams. Candidates should start by reading and understanding the CLAT exam pattern and syllabus. The syllabus, in particular, will be very important. It should be referred to keep the preparation in the right direction. After knowing the CLAT syllabus, the candidate will be in a position to decide which books he/she needs to study.
How to Prepare for CLAT 2021 in Class 12th - Manage the Time Well
Candidates who want to prepare for CLAT in Class 12th should be very good at time management. The 24 hours of a day should be utilised very judiciously. The candidate should divide the available time between school and CLAT exam preparation. The CLAT preparation should be given at least 3-4 hours each day, while the remaining can be set aside for board exams.
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As we move closer to the 12th exams, more time can be appropriated to the board exams. However, the basics of CLAT preparation such as newspaper reading and revision should not be ignored. Once the board exams are over, the complete focus should be on CLAT preparation.
How to Prepare for CLAT 2021 - What to Study?
While Class 12th has a well-defined syllabus, the CLAT has a complicated syllabus. The questions are asked from comprehension passages. The candidates will need to prepare the following subjections.
English including comprehension
Logical reasoning
Legal aptitude
General knowledge and current affairs
Maths
How to prepare for CLAT 2021 in Class 12th - Important points to remember
While preparing for CLAT, candidates should keep the following things in mind.
CLAT 2021 is a comprehension based test. It will test reading, critical thinking skills.
In CLAT, less focus is given on prior knowledge. Although, it can be helpful in answering the questions.
Newspaper reading can help candidates in developing the skills and knowledge required for clearing the CLAT exam. So, candidates should read a good daily English newspaper.
CLAT maths will be of Class 10th level. So, candidates should focus on basic mathematical problems rather than going after super complex problems.
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How to prepare for CLAT and board exams simultaneously
Candidates should note that if they are preparing for CLAT in Class 12th, they will have to follow a hectic schedule. Candidates will be required to swiftly move from CLAT preparation to board exam preparation and vice-versa. A tight study routine will not only test the fatigue strength of the candidates but will also test the ability to prepare consistently without getting nervous or tired.
To make life easy, we would advise the candidates to spare some time for physical activities too. On the preparation front, candidates should adopt the smart strategy so that they can prepare more in less time. For example, the topics of overlapping nature can be dealt with board exam preparation. Here are some tips to help the candidates prepare for CLAT in class 12.
Be flexible in approaching CLAT - Candidates should avoid rigidity in preparation. The pressure of the board exam may sometimes require the candidate investing one or two more hours for it. So, CLAT preparation should be adjusted accordingly. Similarly, sometimes the candidates will have to do a little for CLAT preparation.
Candidates should try to complete the CLAT syllabus at least 40-45 days before the board exams. This will help the candidates in preparing for board exams and will ease the pressure of CLAT.
Candidates should solve the CLAT sample papers 2021 to give a big push to the CLAT preparation. The sample papers are immensely beneficial in CLAT preparation. Candidates are advised to solve around 30-40 sample papers throughout the year.
Revise the CLAT important topics regularly and also read the current affairs magazine and a newspaper.
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - How to Prepare for CLAT in Class 12
Question: When will CLAT 2021 be conducted?
Answer:
CLAT 2021 will be held on June 13, 2021, in offline mode.
Question: What type of questions are asked in CLAT 2021?
Answer:
Objective type questions will be asked in CLAT 2021. The questions will be framed from comprehension passages.
Question: Can I clear CLAT 2021 while appearing in board exams?
Answer:
Yes, you can clear CLAT 2012 along with board exams. You should divide the time between CLAT and board exam preparation and complete the CLAT syllabus within time. You can give around 3-4 hours for CLAT preparation and the remaining time for board exams.
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Questions related to CLAT
CLAT 2023 is on Dec 2022. so from which month current affair should i start preparing for it?
Hello Aspirant,
As CLAT 2023 is scheduled for December 2022 so you should start focusing on current affairs right now because in such entrance exams it is expected from candidate that the candidates should have proper knowledge of current affairs of at least 6-7 months till the date of examination so for your reference I am enlisting down the best books for CLAT preparation for all subjects :-
@GK & CURRENT AFFAIRS
- Manorama Year Book
- General Knowledge by Arihant Publications
- Current Affairs Yearly by Arihant Publications
@LOGICAL REASONING
- A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
- Analytical Reasoning (English) by M K Pandey
- Quantitative Aptitude ebook (ALL Parts Solved) by R S Agarwal
@LEGAL REASONING
- Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning by Pearson
- Objective Legal Aptitude by Rs Agarwal
@QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic, Arihant Publications
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Pearson's
@ENGLISH
- Objective General English by R S Aggarwal
- Word Power Made Easy by Norman
For complete information kindly check out the link given below :
https://law.careers360.com/articles/best-books-for-clat
I hope this information helps you.
Good Luck!!
How to study for Gk in one month for clat 2022?
Hi,
- Conventionally, students are advised to study current affairs of last 12 months before exam month. So, if CLAT 2022 happens in May, one should prepare for current affairs from May 2021-April 2022. At the same time, static GK in the context of current affairs is also important, which has no set historical timelines
- Most commonly asked CA topics are - Government & politics, world news & forums, business-economy-trade, personalities, awards & honours, science & technology, aerospace- defence in the decreasing order of importance
- With the new CLAT pattern, Q will be passage based. Hence, knowing every event till the second level of detailing will be crucial. Also, static GK in the context of current affairs is important. For events related to above topics, ask ‘who’, ‘what’, ‘why’, ‘when’ and ‘when first/when last’ Q. You will learn almost everything about that event
- Rely on daily newspaper like THE HINDU and 1–2 websites like cloudaffairs/GKToday since they provide clubbing of event by topics. They also provide quizzes which should be used for revision & not preparation
- Create your own charts/flash cards with tables of relevant events. Exchange them with like minded & serious CLAT aspirants and ask quizzes in small groups. This will lead to better recall. Since you have almost 1.5 years ahead, start this practice early so that you will get used to it & start enjoying the process.
Hope this helps.
Good luck.
I want to give CLAT exam without coaching class.....
Hello
Yes, you can definitely give CLAT without any coaching, there are many who prepare for CLAT without any coaching and not only clear CLAT but make it to NLUs as well you can do the same provided you prepare with honesty and dedication.
Follow the below tips to prepare well for your clat examination:-
---------------------------------) Go well through your CLAT syllabus , don't leave any part just because you find it difficult or boring or you don't like it.You can get clat syllabus at https://law.careers360.com/articles/clat-syllabus
There are 5 subjects in your clat
-
english language
-
quantitative techniques
-
Legal Reasoning
-
current affairs including gk
-
Logical Reasoning
Subjects |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
******* English Language |
28-32 questions |
28 - 32 |
Current Affairs, including GK |
35-39 questions |
35 - 39 |
******* Legal Reasoning |
35-39 questions |
35 - 39 |
******* Logical Reasoning |
28-32 questions |
28 - 32 |
******* Quantitative Techniques |
13-17 questions |
13 - 17 |
Total |
150 |
150 |
CLAT Sections |
Important Topics |
******* English Language |
|
******* Current Affairs including GK |
|
******* Logical Reasoning |
|
******* Legal Reasoning |
|
******* Quantitative Techniques |
|
>>>>>>>>> Understand the CLAT Examination pattern so that you can prepare accordingly.
Duration |
2 hours |
Mode |
Offline mode |
******* Type of Questions |
Objective/mcqs :- comprehension-based from given passages |
******* Number of Questions
******* Total Marks |
|
|
******* Marking scheme |
|
******* Language |
|
For detailed examination pattern checkout:- https://law.careers360.com/articles/clat-exam-pattern
------------------------------------) Top books which you can follow for CLAT are listed below subject wise
>>>>> GK & CURRENT AFFAIRS
*Manorama Year Book
*General Knowledge by Arihant Publications
*Current Affairs Yearly by Arihant Publications
>>>>> LOGICAL REASONING
*A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
>>>>> LEGAL REASONING
*Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning by Pearson
*Objective Legal Aptitude by Rs Agarwal
>>>>> QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
*Fast Track Objective Arithmetic, Arihant Publications
*Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Pearson's
>>>>> ENGLISH
*Objective General English by R S Aggarwal
*Word Power Made Easy by Norman
For detailed information about books for CLAT go through
https://law.careers360.com/articles/best-books-for-clat/amp
------------------------------------) A major part of your Clat question paper are from the gk and current affairs section , so focus more on them, read news papers like The Hindu, Financial Express, and The Economist on daily basis to keep you updated
------------------------------------) Make a routine or a time table and religiously follow it , take short breaks in between your studies, studying continuously can be brain tiring and it becomes difficult to focus and study with concentration, so take breaks to relax and refresh your brain.
------------------------------------) Plan your studies, and set daily, weekly and monthly goals to cover the syllabus and meet them without any fail.
------------------------------------) Revise at regular intervals as syllabus is wide .
------------------------------------) Solve previous year CLAT questions :-it will let you know the examination pattern, type and difficulty level of questions asked in the exam etc
------------------------------------) Once done with complete syllabus, go through CLAT mock test papers , it will let you know your preparation level and and weak areas so that you can work on them and perform well in your CLAT examination
For more preparation tips go through
https://law.careers360.com/tags/clat-preparation-tips
Thankyou
preparing for clat 2022,suggest me the right book
Hii,
List of some of the best books for the preparation of CLAT 2022 are the following
ENGLISH
Objective General English 2022 | SP Bakshi |
Objective General English 2022 |
RS Aggarwal |
The Pearson Guide to the CLAT | Pearson's |
Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
CLAT Guide | Tata McGraw-Hill |
CLAT 2022 G.K and Current Affairs
General Knowledge 2021, 2020 and 2019 | Arihant Publications |
Current Affairs Yearly | Arihant Publications |
Manorama Year Book |
Manorama Publications |
General Knowledge 2021 | Lucent’s |
General Knowledge 2021 | Tarun Goyal |
QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | Pearson's |
Quantitative Aptitude | RS Aggarwal |
REASONING
Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
Verbal Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
Analytical Reasoning (English) | MK Pandey |
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
A New Approach to Verbal and Analytical Reasoning | Arihant |
Hope this information will help you
if I get AIR3000 in CLAT 2022 can I get into hnlu and I have chhattisgarh domicile plz help
Hello,
You haven't mentioned if you are enquiring about Under Graduate or Post Graduate course. Based on the information available in your profile we consider that you are seeking admission to Under Graduate course. Last year a candidate with rank 4300 belonging to General category (Home state quota) secured admission to Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur. As you haven't mentioned your category we assume that you belong to general category. Considering the cut off you will have decent chances of getting seat in HNLU in Under Graduate course if you secure rank (AIR) 3000. But the cut off is subjected to change, it may increase or decrease depending on total number of candidates appeared, difficulty level of examination and total number of seats available etc.
To check the previous year cut off click on the link below
https://law.careers360.com/articles/hnlu-raipur-cutoff