"Yaar, I studied 10-12 hours every day but still failed. Aba k garne?"
Have you also said this line sometime during your Loksewa preparation?
If yes, then maybe you are doing hard study, but not smart study. In this article, we’ll talk about the difference between hard study and smart study — and which one actually helps you crack Loksewa exams. I’ll also share a fictional but very realistic story of a student named Suman, who finally succeeded after years of struggle — not because he studied harder, but because he studied smarter.
What is Hard Study?
Hard study means just giving more and more time. It means reading everything from A to Z, without thinking what’s important and what’s not. Most Loksewa aspirants start with this method.
Hard study ko common habits:
- Reading 10–12 hours daily, even when you’re tired
- Reading all books and guides available in the market
- Making thick notes for every topic
- Memorizing facts without understanding
- No plan, just read what you feel like
Yes, this sounds very sincere. But question is — Does it work?
Hard study is like walking a long road without a map. You may reach somewhere, but not the destination you want.
What is Smart Study?
Smart study means focusing on what matters most, using your time and energy wisely, and always studying with a clear plan.
Smart study ko common habits:
- Knowing the syllabus inside out
- Focusing on most important topics (based on previous questions)
- Giving mock tests regularly
- Learning from mistakes
- Doing revision multiple times
- Using short notes and memory tricks
Smart study is not about being lazy — it’s about being clever.
Hard vs Smart Study – The Main Difference
| Criteria | Hard Study | Smart Study |
|---|---|---|
| Time | Long hours (10+ hours/day) | Focused time (5–7 hours effective) |
| Planning | Random topics | Syllabus-based & strategic |
| Notes | Detailed, lengthy | Short and revision-friendly |
| Revision | Very little | Multiple revisions |
| Mock tests | Rarely done | Regularly done + analyzed |
| Result | Frustration, low confidence | Improvement and better performance |
Story of Suman: From 3 Attempts to Success
Let me tell you about Suman, a 26-year-old boy from Jhapa. He completed his Bachelor’s in Education and wanted to become a Nayab Subba.
Attempt 1:
Suman studied like a warrior.
He read all GK books, First Paper Second Paper etc, Constitution line by line, and even tried to memorize full Muluki Ain.He studied 12 hours a day for 6 months. No social life.He gave the exam… and failed in pre-test.
Why?
Because he didn’t practice MCQs. He couldn’t manage time. He panicked.
Attempt 2:
Suman became more serious. He joined coaching classes. Bought more books. Made more notes. Again studied 10-12 hours. This time he passed pre-test but failed in main exam.
He was depressed. He said,
Then, he met Anita, his childhood friend who had just passed Section Officer written exam. She told him one thing:
“Suman, tero mehnat ma kami chaina, tara tero method ramro chaina.”
She taught him the concept of smart study.
What Changes Suman Made (Smart Study Begins)
1. Syllabus Mapping:
Suman printed the official syllabus and started ticking topics. He realized 30% of what he studied was not even in syllabus.
2. Previous Questions Analysis:
He solved last 10 years’ papers. He saw that Constitution, GK, and Grammar are repeated with patterns. He made priority list.
3. Mock Tests:
He gave weekly mock tests. In beginning, he scored only 45/100. But he improved with each test. He focused more on solving questions than just reading theory.
4. One Page Notes:
Instead of big copies, he made small one-pagers. For example, one page for all national parks, one page for tenses rules, etc.
5. Healthy Routine:
He started exercising 30 minutes daily, sleeping 7 hours, and studying with breaks. No more 12-hour torture.
Result?
In his third attempt, he passed both Pre and Main exams — and now he’s waiting for his interview call letter.
He says:
"I studied less hours, but with full focus. Smart study changed my life."
How Mindset Matters: Smart Study Starts with Smart Thinking
Before even opening a book, ask yourself: Why am I studying this? How will it help me in Loksewa?
Most students jump into preparation with fear and pressure, not with clarity. Smart study is not only about techniques — it's about building the right mindset:
- Study with purpose, not panic.
- Stay consistent, not perfect.
- Avoid comparing with others — focus on progress, not competition.
- Celebrate small wins, like improving mock scores.
“Jaba samma timro dimaag ready hudaina, teti bela samma kitab ko kaagaj matrai badhcha.”
“Jaba samma timro dimaag ready hudaina, teti bela samma kitab ko kaagaj matrai badhcha.”
Tips to Do Smart Study for Loksewa
1. Study syllabus-wise, not chapter-wise.
Check what Loksewa wants, not what the book gives.
2. Set daily and weekly goals.
Without a goal, reading becomes random.
3. Don’t run after all books.
Stick to 1-2 good sources per subject. Quality over quantity.
4. Practice more than you read.
MCQs and answer writing make your brain exam-ready.
5. Revise again and again.
If you revise 5 times, your memory becomes permanent.
6. Don’t compare with others.
Everyone has their own pace. Just keep improving yourself.
Final Words: Which is Better — Smart or Hard?
Honestly, both are important. But in today’s competitive environment, smart study is the winning formula.
Hard work shows your dedication.
Smart work shows your direction.
Without smartness, your hard work becomes bhitte ghadi — it runs, but shows wrong time.
If you are preparing for Loksewa, don’t just study harder — study smarter.
Let me end with Suman’s favorite line:
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