Is Animesh Pradhan an IAS officer?

Yes, Animesh Pradhan cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2023 with All India Rank 2. After completing the training at LBSNAA, Animesh Pradhan would be allocated to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or another All India Service based on rank and preference.

What was Animesh Pradhan's optional subject?

Animesh Pradhan chose Sociology as their optional subject for UPSC CSE 2023. They scored 286 marks in total (Paper I: 133, Paper II: 153).

How many attempts did Animesh Pradhan take?

Animesh Pradhan secured AIR 2 in UPSC CSE 2023. For detailed information about their number of attempts and background, please refer to their preparation strategy section above.

What were Animesh Pradhan's essay marks?

Animesh Pradhan scored 133 marks in the Essay paper of UPSC CSE 2023. The essay paper carries 250 marks and requires writing two essays.

Can I download Animesh Pradhan's answer copies?

Animesh Pradhan's official UPSC answer copies are available on a dedicated page. You can view and download them from the Answer Copies page linked on this profile.

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Animesh Pradhan

🏆 AIR 2UPSC CSE 2023

Total

1067

Written

892

Interview

175

Optional

Sociology

Paper	Marks
Essay	133
GS Paper 1	109
GS Paper 2	127
GS Paper 3	103
GS Paper 4	134
Sociology I	133
Sociology II	153

Key Preparation Insights

✓**Focused preparation**: I dedicated specific time slots for each subject, ensuring I covered all topics thoroughly.
✓**Regular revision**: I made it a habit to revise my notes, practice previous year's question papers, and review my progress.
✓**Mock interviews**: I participated in mock interviews to improve my communication skills, body language, and confidence.
✓**Current affairs**: I stayed updated with current events, news, and issues, incorporating them into my study material.
✓**Mentorship**: I sought guidance from experienced mentors, who provided valuable insights and advice.

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Original UPSC Mains answer sheets for Essay, GS Papers 1-4, and Sociology optional.

Marks Breakdown

Paper-wise marks analysis with essay framework, GS performance, and Sociology strategy.

Preparation Strategy

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