- Amitendra Kumar Despite preparing for months, the last few days' revision, a positive attitude, and mock tests play an important role before the Common Law Admission Test. CLAT is scheduled to be held on December 1 and aspirants need to gear up with focused and strategic preparation. A two-hour pen-and-paper exam in five sections consisting of 120 questions – English, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques – requires sharp time management and a solid study strategy. Here's how to make the most of your remaining days: Prioritise High-Weightage Topics Candidates are advised to focus on CLAT sections that carry the most weightage of marks, such as legal reasoning and general knowledge, which together account for 50 per cent of the syllabus. Revising familiar topics ensures that your strong areas become scoring zones, which is vital for gaining an edge over the competition. Mock Tests and Practice Papers Being well aware of the CLAT exam format and using time effectively is essential. Take full-length mock tests to review your performance, mark all mistakes, and try to avoid repeated errors to improve accuracy. However, do not overdo these mock tests as they can be tiring too. Efficient Revision Strategies Effective revision techniques can streamline your CLAT revision process with the help of brief note preparation. Instead of trying to study new material, concentrate on core concepts and priority areas. To reinforce tricky topics, use mind maps or flowcharts to reduce complexity. Address weak areas, but avoid ignoring CLAT sections where you already shine. General Knowledge and Current Affairs It is crucial to ensure you're up-to-date on recent events, so review the past nine months’ current affairs. Use online quizzes or summaries for quick revision. Since this section can be a game changer for a candidate’s overall score, dedicating sufficient time to it is crucial. Time-Saving Techniques and Formulas For quantitative techniques, practice only the key formulae and shortcuts on which questions frequently get asked. Repetition and practice are your friends, but balance is important to maintain confidence. Positive attitude Studying for CLAT can be mentally draining, so make sure you're in the best state of mind and body. Drink plenty of water, eat healthy, and sleep for 7-8 hours daily. Simple exercises or even some relaxation techniques can help relieve stress. At the same time, avoid comparing your preparation with others and trust your hard work. - The author is the UG Product Head at Career Launcher
