Topper’s Corner

Today's toppers were yesterday's aspirants. They don't do different things. They just do the right things differently. Toppers’ Corner is your place to discover the SUCCESS MANTRAS of the toppers. Explore their stories, strategies, analyze their copies, see how they achieved top scores, their profile, and more!

P K SIDHARTH

AIR-4 | 2023

NAUSHEEN

AIR-9 | 2023

MEDHA ANAND

AIR-13 | 2023

AYAN JAIN

AIR-16 | 2023

ANSHUL BHATT

AIR-22 | 2023

SAURABH SHARMA

AIR-23 | 2023

ISHITA KISHORE

AIR-1 | 2022

GARIMA LOHIA

AIR-2 | 2022

UMA HARATHI N

AIR-3 | 2022

Toppers Strategy: Elimination Strategy for Prelims&Keyword Selection in Answer Writing by Chaitanya Awasthi,AIR-37,UPSC CSE-2022

Chaitanya Awasthi, securing an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 37 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2022, shared valuable insights on the elimination strategy for Prelims and keyword selection in answer writing. His strategies proved instrumental in his success and can benefit aspirants in their preparation.

Chaitanya emphasized the importance of the elimination strategy in the Prelims exam. With a vast syllabus to cover, he advised focusing on eliminating options to increase the chances of selecting the correct answer. By eliminating options based on logic, knowledge, and critical thinking, candidates can narrow down the choices and improve their accuracy.

In answer writing, Chaitanya stressed the significance of keyword selection. He advised candidates to identify and underline the keywords in the question to ensure a precise and focused response. By addressing the specific keywords, candidates can demonstrate their understanding of the topic and provide concise and relevant answers.

Chaitanya's strategies highlight the need for a systematic approach in both the Prelims and Mains exams. By mastering the elimination strategy and honing keyword selection skills, aspirants can enhance their performance and increase their chances of success in the UPSC CSE. Chaitanya's insights serve as a valuable guide for candidates aiming to excel in the examination.