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Don't restrict your reading to only books. Read sites like Quora. They will provide you with knowledge which can't be gained by reading books.

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Make use of the Internet. Watch documentaries like BBC's Days that shook the World which will increase your knowledge base. Keep in mind that they tend to be a bit biased though.

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Visit the websites of government ministries whenever a new bill is introduced. It will help you see the government point of view on the bill.

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Read at least 4 of the following magazines: Frontline, Civil Services Chronicle, Economic and Political Weekly, India Today, The Economist, Yojana, Kurukshetra. Whenever any current issue comes up, look up all the details on the internet, including the history of the issue in question. Decide your optional fast and then look online for the recommended reading list for that optional.