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UPSC Success Stories – 3 (Shruti Sharma Rank-1)

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UPSC Success Stories – 3

Real People, Real Dreams, Real Success

 

Shruti Sharma: Rank 1 (UPSC 2021)

 

Shruti Sharma, the top-ranking candidate in the 2021 UPSC exams shared her preparation strategies and insights. She emphasized the importance of consistent effort and effective study techniques.

The Power of Practice and Review

The alumna of St. Stephen's College and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) attributed her success to rigorous practice, meticulous review of previous years' question papers, and diligent note-taking from newspapers. According to her, this comprehensive approach significantly contributed to her success in clearing the exams.

Commitment to Public Service

Expressing her passion for contributing to society, the Delhi-based achiever stated that the Civil Services offer a platform to make a meaningful difference. She highlighted her desire to serve society directly and expressed readiness to embrace any responsibility entrusted to her.

Journey of Dedication and Perseverance

Having prepared for the UPSC exams for four years while being a student of Jamia Millia Islamia's Residential Coaching Academy, the journey was characterized by unwavering dedication and perseverance. Her success stands as a testament to the transformative power of consistent effort and focused preparation.

Key Suggestions

·         Set achievable targets

·         Use limited study resources

·         Create personalized study notes.

·         Focus on the number of hours of study but on quality learning. 

·         Rely a lot on the internet and her center of attention was answer writing practice for the Mains exam.

·         Solve previous years’ UPSC prelims question paper book to get an idea about the nature of the questions asked in the UPSC prelims examination.

·         Work on time management and unwavering consistency in pursuit of success.

The remarkable achievement of securing top ranks in the UPSC exams by women underscores the growing recognition of their potential and capabilities in the realm of public service and governance.