EXPLAINER: Why do people pick IAS over IFS? | UPSC 2024 and the concept of EXPOSURE EFFECT| #shorts

Here is a detailed video on why people chose IAS over IFS?

I was born and brought up in Gwalior. When my friends from the rest of the world curiously ask me which place do I come from in India? I always have to state the reference to Agra (the home of the Taj Mahal). I tell them, I come from Gwalior - around 100 KMs from Agra.

While growing up, my city was famous for 10-15 hours of power cuts, crimes in the surrounding areas (Bhind, Morena, Chambal), and desperately poor townfolks who never had much hope for economic betterment. The situation was really bad - at least while I was growing up.

The only means to achieve glory for a middle-class Indian was to get into the #IITs, and if for some reason that doesn’t work out - get into Delhi University to later prepare for the #IAS exam.

And why not? At IITs or at DU - kids from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities will be exposed to a whole new world. They will interact will students from across the country, they will compete, they will collaborate - and will always be on the edge to grow!

Some of my closest friends from Gwalior - went on to achieve incredible feats on the global stage.

But for those who were left behind - succumb to a condition called the ‘losers effect’ - it is when you start doubting yourself, your actions, and every decision of your life after a minor setback. Low confidence is reflected in anything that you do in life.

And the sad fact is that 99% of young kids will fall into this trap. They will fail in some ‘life-defining’ exams, and the rest of their career trajectory will be downhill.

They will fail not because they are not talented, smart, or diligent. They will fail because there are too many people competing for minuscule opportunities in India.

What should you do in such a scenario?

1. Creating something of your own - I’m truly in awe of today’s generation from tier 2 and tier 3 Indian Cities - who are hustling, and taking asymmetric bets in life. Every week, 2-3 hours of my time on the calendar is booked for these young bright minds from nooks and corners of India - who are 19-22-year-old kids. They are launching some really innovative businesses.

2. Create your own quality network - One major reason why people at IIMs, and Ivy League thrive is because of the network they build in those institutes. Build your own diverse peer group. This is of paramount importance. Reach out to people on LinkedIn for guidance. Most of the people are kind.

3. Don’t be scared of failure: This is one thing my parents always told me. And this is the first thing I tell our fellows when they join the GGI community.

And lastly, Travel. It will BLOW your mind! And if you are in your early 20s - and are struggling with money. I will be happy to host you (free of cost) at least in the places where I’m based!

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[bharatsinghparmar_]

In my opinion IFS gives us more exposure than any other service .
And people choose ias because they don't know anything abt ifs and don't want to leave india.
But, serving at the international level to our own people has its own charm which we only get in IFS. ❣️
- upcoming Diplomat

[h.d.chauhan]

After S.Jaishankar Sir
You are one of my favorite speaker.
Thanks to here and honored us by your knowledge
Your vlog helps me alot
If possible please give me some learning lessons as well your experiences .❤❤❤

[shitalsharma]

I like your videos and I like your videos

[ritika]

I was inspired by the work of sushma swaraj mam and now by Dr S. Jaishankar sir. The moment I decided to prepare for civil services IFS has been my dream service since then. I'm not gonna give up until it becomes a reality :)

[meghakamatagi]

Your accent is just like jaishankar ji

[ace]

Let the people have less knowledge about IFS it decreases competition for me😛

[sindhooshanandigam]

It could be also because some people want to serve their country at the regional or national level than at the international level

[riya]

I am overage but i want to be in the services . start preparing for state services.

[SAB-exde]

Kindly make a full service and kind of work diplomats do. IFS needs to spread like fire.

[gurjotsingh]

And why should they even know about it?!

[monikamishra]

Why is he so hot🔥 everytime he speaks I got mesmerized & forget to listen what he is saying 🤣🤣

[ritikverma]

Bro u r a aspirant of upsc or not
If yes what is your optional

[AkshatSharma]

But what do consul generals and first and second secretaries do in the normal course of diplomacy?

[Krishnaram_]

अगर देश का यूथ यूट्यूबर बनने की इच्छा रखेगा तो देश को बाहर से लोग लेने ही पड़ेंगे 😂😂😂 डॉक्टर, इंजीनियर ...

[modellocomotiveworks]

Because even stupidity gets recognition on you tube .
People are not looking up to great you tubers instead their source of inspiration to become youtubers is cheap content.

[taplubambhos]

Pls discard that wig it hampers your credibility. You're a good looking guy regardless