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How to study for 10th Board Exam

A. Gather all Relevant Study Material
Instead of studying from random sources at random times, gather all study materials like textbooks, test papers, mock tests, test packages, etc., beforehand. Gather the best books and study materials for your preparation to avoid any inconsistencies. This would help you stay focussed on the syllabus throughout your exam preparation.

B. Familiarize yourself with the 10th Board Exam
Familiarize yourself with every aspect of this exam. Whether it is the exam pattern or the marking scheme, the level of the questions or the most asked topics, everything should be clear to you beforehand.

C. Time management (between school curriculum and olympiad preparation)
Board examinations are very different from regular school examinations. The preparation for both varies too. While the school curriculum is simpler and has a direct question-answer approach,  test you on your understanding of the concepts. This requires thorough knowledge of each topic mentioned in the syllabus. This takes a lot of time and if not properly balanced, can lead to frustration and exhaustion.

D. Make a schedule and stick to it
Plan your schedule and stick to it so that you have ample time for revision. Preparing early is also an advantage as it gives sufficient time to understand the concepts and practice well. Follow your timetable religiously to avoid last-minute confusion.

E. Build a strong conceptual foundation
Since these exams test the understanding of the concept, one must focus on the concepts rather than rote learning. The questions will test your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. So, one must focus on understanding the concepts and their application. This is the opposite of school-level academics where direct questions are asked in the examinations.

F. Practice previous years' papers
Extensive practice is a must before appearing in olympiad examinations. Since the questions asked test the understanding of the concept, students need to practice through test papers and mock tests to test their understanding of the same. Anything not revised regularly is easily forgotten. Make sure you revise previously studied topics regularly for maximum retention .

H. Avoid distractions but find time to relax
Plan your schedule in such a way that you incorporate small breaks of about 10-20 minutes between study hours. Go for a walk, practice breathing exercises, play with your pet, or listen to music but avoid long breaks (more than one hour). Make sure you stay away from distractions during your study hours.

I. Adopt a Healthy lifestyle 
Just studying without taking care of your health is an effort gone in vain. Make sure you eat nutritious food, sleep well, and stay focussed. Staying positive helps in not losing confidence during preparation. One can practice positive affirmations to stay calm too.