How to Prepare Critical Reasoning in 50 Days

Critical Reasoning is the most crucial and score-contributing section of CLAT. It assesses how effectively you can comprehend, analyze, and assess arguments. It is found to be difficult by many candidates initially, but with a proper 50-day schedule, you can excel at this section and make it your best subject.

This strategy will assist you in progressing step by step from grasping argument logic to dealing with even the most perplexing questions confidently.

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Firstly Evaluate Where You Stand (Day 1)

Begin with one past year's CLAT critical reasoning passage or a mock test. This will give you an idea of the type of questions that are asked and where you are. Determine what you excel in, such as inference or conclusion-based questions, and where you falter, which could be assumptions or logical fallacies.

Now that you know your weak areas, formulate a 50-day plan that focuses more on those subjects but maintains normal contact with your strong ones as well.

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Phase 1 (Days 2–30): Building Your Foundation

The first thirty days will be about getting to know the structure of arguments and regular practice.

Get familiar with how arguments function. Every argument consists of three main components..premise, conclusion, and assumption. Once you learn to spot these, critical reasoning questions become relatively easy to solve.

Develop a short drill for yourself. Daily, complete at least two to three CR passages. Ensure you practice a variety of question types such as strengthen, weaken, inference, and assumption. The objective is to be familiar with all types.

Carry a small notebook of definitions, examples, and frequent logical words like "because," "therefore," "however," and "unless." These words show how the argument goes.

Also, read one opinion piece or editorial per day from The Hindu or The Indian Express. These articles are great examples of logical reasoning in real life. Attempt to spot the premise, conclusion, and assumptions in what you read.

Phase 2 (Days 31–45): Speed and Accuracy

You must have practiced all kinds of CR questions by now. Now it is the time to practice faster and accurately.

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Place tight time constraints on yourself while you practice..preferably one to two minutes per question. This acclimates you to being composed under timed conditions during the actual exam. Notice extreme or hyperbolic choices. "Always," "never," or "completely" are usually employed in an attempt to catch you out. Practice cutting these types of choices from your list quickly.

Keep an error log. Whenever you commit an error, write down the question, your response, and the cause of the error. Looking at this notebook from time to time will make sure that you don't repeat the same errors.

Correct your logical connectors periodically so that you can immediately identify the direction of the argument in the passage.

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Phase 3 (Days 46–50): Final Polishing

The last few days are for polishing, not learning new content. Take full-length CR sectionals under real exam conditions. Review each test carefully and note what still confuses you.

Avoid studying new theories at this point. Instead, revise your notes, practice the toughest passages again, and go through your error notebook one final time.

Rest well and keep your mind relaxed. Confidence comes when you know you’ve practised the right way.

Practical Advice from FLAMES Mentors

1. Learn a bit daily. Regularity works much better than long, tension-packed study periods.

2. Don't get bogged down by one question in mocks. Mark it, continue, and return later.

3. Always determine what the author is attempting to establish. Distinguish between conclusion and premise and locate the underlying assumption.

4. Practice previous CLAT critical reasoning questions to get a proper idea about the actual exam trend.

5. Remain calm. Your mind will be clearer for logical thinking.

Conclusion

With 50 dedicated days of clever preparation, you can confidently convert critical thinking into one of your highest-scoring areas. Focus on grasping the logic of arguments, practice a few passages daily, study your errors, and continue to hone your speed and accuracy.

CLAT doesn’t test memory—it tests clarity of thought. Strengthen that clarity with regular reading, consistent practice, and deep understanding. Follow this plan sincerely, and you’ll walk into the exam confident, composed, and ready to ace every critical reasoning question.

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