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1. Who is Ishita Kishore?
Ishita Kishore, a 2017 graduate in economics from Delhi University’s prestigious Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), aced the highly competitive Civil Services Exam 2022, securing an All India Rank (AIR) 1. The UPSC announced the results on May 23, 2023.
Prior to her civil service aspirations, Ishita honed her skills at Ernst and Young, a multinational firm. The 26-year-old, daughter of an Air Force officer, is the younger of two siblings. In pursuit of her dream career, she left her job in 2019 to focus on the demanding UPSC exam preparation.
2. What was Ishita Kishore’s preparation strategy?
Ishita Kishore’s approach to UPSC preparation was marked by meticulous planning, judicious resource selection, and effective time management. She followed a disciplined daily routine, dedicating ample time to in-depth study while maintaining consistency. Regular practice through mock tests was integral to her strategy, aiding in building speed and accuracy..
3. Did Ishita Kishore take coaching to clear Civil Services Exam?
Ishita had joined current affairs classes and Mains Guidance Program at ForumIAS . She used to give 8-9 hours daily to her studies and 80-90% of the preparation was self-study.
4. What was Ishita Kishore’s optional Subject?
Ishita Kishore, an Economics (Hons.) graduate from Shri Ram College of Commerce, qualified the Civil Services exam with political science and international relations(PSIR) as her optional subject.
