Toppers' Talk | Krishna Joshi | AIR 73 | UPSC CSE 2023

Download toppers answer copy: https://visionias.in/resources/topper... —----------------------------------------------- Krishna Joshi, a graduate in English Honors from Sriram College of Commerce, hailing from Jodhpur in Rajasthan; has achieved a stupendous achievement at the age of 22 years in her very first attempt by securing the 73rd rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2023. Her optional was PSIR. Her will and determination to succeed in his very first attempt is truly an inspiration for many. In this topper talk, Krishna will share their insights on UPSC preparation, including strategies, study plans, and the challenges that they faced throughout their journey. Her experiences and advices serve as a valuable resource for aspirants aiming to crack one of the toughest competitive exams in India. Timestamps: 00:00 - Beginning 00:47 - Introduction of topper. 02:12 - Felicitation of Topper. 02:45 - Topper Speech begins. 03:35 - General description and timeline of her journey. 06:29 - How to make a choice of optional? 07:27 - Newspaper indispensable for preparation. 09:57 - Approach to Note making. 12:37 - Subject wise discussion on Resources list for preparation. 21:31 - Resources and strategy for Essay preparation. 23:16 - How to study and revise? 25:13 - Overall Preparation strategy for prelims. 29:18 - Preparing Current affairs for prelims. 33:46 - Mock tests and analysis with proper discipline. 37:58 - How many questions to attempt? 40:53 - Approach to CSAT preparation and strategy to attempt the paper. 47:10 - Approach and preparation strategy for Mains. 47:48 - Importance and utility of syllabus for mains. 48:51 - Role of PYQs for mains. 50:15 - Answer writing and Practice tests and their utility for mains. 58:41 - Utilizing model answers for value addition. 59:47 - Essay Preparation strategy. 1:02:16 - Honesty in preparation as a value. 1:03:48 - Overall approach and detailed strategy to Interview Preparation. 1:09:03 - Role of interview mocks and interview experiences. 1:12:26 - Consistency as a quality to acquire during preparation. 1:13:16 - Planning your preparation. 1:14:41 - Q&A Round begins. 1:16:44 - How to Manage both class Notes and reference Books so as to avoid duplication of efforts? 1:18:05 - Consolidation of notes. 1:20:59 - Scheduling of plan of action for preparation and short note making tips. 1:26:05 - How to balance the amount of GS and Current affairs for Prelims? 1:26:43 - Sources for PSIR optional. 1:27:44 - Do we need to do more than one newspaper for current affairs? 1:33:10 - How to manage coaching and college? 1:35:54 - Motivation behind civil services preparation. 1:37:57 - Compressed notes and quick revision strategies. 1:39:55 - How to plan for an attempt in 2026? 1:41:30 - Back up plans in the strategy. 1:42:44 - Mapping tips. 1:44:29 - How to deal with factual information for prelims? 1:45:25 - NCERTs preparation and how to revise Laxmikanth? 1:47:45 - How to handle vague questions in the actual mains exam? 1:52:15 - Dealing with Philosophical essays. 1:53:46 - Q&A round concludes with applause. 1:53:45 - Final words of advice by the topper. 1:54:31 - Conclusion. #visionias #topperstalk #upsc2024 #toppersstrategy #ias #ips #upsc