Candidates can ensure their answers are relevant to contemporary governance for UPSC questions by keeping updated with current affairs and relating them to fundamental governance issues. Regularly engaging with trusted news sources, government publications, and academic analyses helps them stay informed about policy developments. Incorporating recent examples in answers demonstrates their ability to connect theory with practice. Additionally, using frameworks such as SWOT analysis can help structure responses effectively. Candidates should focus on emerging issues like climate change and digital governance, aligning them with the UPSC syllabus to reflect an adaptive understanding of governance challenges.