ShashankRight since gradua- magazine for Competitive Examina-
tion and minimum of one to one and
a half years.
PDWhat is your opinion
regarding the general view that
Science subjects have better chances
to score than Humanities ?
ShashankBoth science and
humanities subjects have an equal
chance to score. It depends on where
the candidate can put effort to score.
PDWhat is the importance of
medium of examination for exams
like CSE ?
ShashankNo, as far as I know,
medium doesnt play much role in
examination process if one can gather
effective material.
PDDoes the educational,
financial and demographic status of
the family of an aspirant have any
impact on the preparation ?
ShashankWell, not necessarily
if one is mentally and emotionally
strong and has a strong dedication
and devotion.
Bio-Data
NameShashank Misra
Fathers NameLate Shri
Bhrigu Nath Misra
Mothers NameSarla Misra
Age24 years
Educational Qualifications
ICSE from St. Marys Academy
with 91%
ISC from St. Marys Academy
with 92%
B. Tech in Electrical Engg. from
IIT Delhi.
PDIn your opinion what role
do these Competition Magazines play
when you are preparing for an
examination like Civil Services ?
ShashankCompetition Maga-
zines no doubt provide a direction,
regular motivation in course of
preparation besides giving an idea of
coverage in terms of depth.
PDIf given to ask as to what
should be the qualities of a standard
PD/August/2007/239/5
your opinion about the role these
tions, what would be your answer ?
ShashankMagazines should
know in surety what is required by
exam. Present it in the best possible
fashion, regular coverage and
updation in Current Affairs besides
providing regular motivation.
PDPRATIYOGITA DARPAN
is the largest read Career & Compe-
tition magazine in India. How do you
rate Pratiyogita Darpan and in what
way can this magazine be made more
useful for C.S.E. aspirants ?
ShashankPD is no doubt very
popular magazine among aspirants
and it is among the best magazines.
However, optional coverage in terms
of analysis of subject, test, etc. is a
must.
PDPlease give your comments
on the PD Extra Issues Series on
General Studies and a few Optio-
nals ?
ShashankVery beneficial un-
doubtedly for G.S.
PDDid you see our latest
publication : Pratiyogita Darpan-Year
Book ? What is your opinion about
the contents, size and the timing
of launch (Mid April-just before
Prelims) ?
ShashankYes, I have gone
through PD-Year Book and it has
been launched at the right time when
it was needed. It has an adequate and
lucid coverage.
PDHow would you rate
Pratiyogita Darpan on the scale of
quality ? What more do you expect
from Pratiyogita Darpan (Kindly
specify separatly for Regular Issues,
Extra Issues, Year Book).
ShashankTop most in terms of
quality of presentation.
PDWhat is the secret of your
success ?
ShashankHardwork, dedica-
tion, complete faith in my efforts
without ever being affected by
possibility of result.
PDDid you join any coaching
institute at any stage of the
examination ? If yes, then what is
One discipline always leads to another discipline.
institutes play in the preparation for
Civil Services Examination.
ShashankYes I did.
For GS : Vaji Ram and Ravi
For Psychology : Vaji Ram and
Ravi
For Physics : DIAS
For Essay : RIAS tests
Coaching, no doubt, is not
obligatory, but they provide regular
direction, competition and motivation
in Civil Services.
Personal Qualities
Strong Point Commitment
and dedication.
Weak PointEmotional.
HobbiesSinging Indian Hindi
film songs, jogging, playing guitar.
PDTo whom would you like to
give the credit for your success.
ShashankTo Almighty my
father, mother, brother and sister, my
friends and my hardwork and
dedicated effort.
PDWhat preference in services
have you opted for ?
ShashankMy preference choi-
ces are : IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, IC & CES,
IRTS, IA & AS etc.
PDYour favourite person.
ShashankNot a single person
but my father, mother, brother and
sister are no doubt my favourites.
PDAny suggestion/advice
you would like to give to the future
aspirants.
ShashankRuk Jaana Nahin
Kahin Har Ke Kaanton pe Chalke
Milenge Rahi Bahar Ke. Never be
bogged down by failure. Have faith
in your effort and work with dedica-
tion with regular relaxation.
PDThank you very much and
wishing you all the best for a bright
future.
ShashankThanks a lot. Hope,
you keep serving candidates as
before.