Following Shakti Dubey's success in clearing the UPSC exam in her fifth attempt and securing an All India Rank of 1, mixed reactions have emerged regarding this achievement.
Questions and Criticism:
* Some individuals have raised questions about achieving success in the fifth attempt.
* Retired IPS officer Yashovardhan Jha Azad stated that youngsters should not waste too much time on their "passion" for UPSC. He further suggested that there should be only two attempts and an age limit of 25 years for UPSC, arguing that multiple attempts misguide youth into unemployment and cause a "huge loss" to the country.
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Shakti Dubey's Perspective:
* Shakti Dubey mentioned that she prepared for UPSC while working.
* After failing the preliminary exam three times, she realized her mistakes.
* She recognized that she was preparing without understanding the syllabus and that UPSC requires complete dedication.
* She stated that entering UPSC without doing homework is like wasting time.
Other Facts:
* Shakti Dubey holds a BSc in Biochemistry from Allahabad University and an MSc from Banaras Hindu University (BHU).
* Her optional subject was Political Science and International Relations.
* She said that she never thought about becoming a topper, but she was confident that after seven years of hard work, she would clear the exam.
Thus, diverse opinions have surfaced regarding Shakti Dubey's success, with some appreciating her perseverance, while some former officials have questioned the number of attempts and the efficient use of young people's time.
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