Ishita Kishore needs no more introduction. She is the topper of UPSC CSE.
Here we are summarising top ten startling facts about Ishita Kishore:
- Ishita has cracked UPSC CSE in her third attempt. Surprisingly, she could not get through Prelims in her earlier two attempts. It also shows the unpredictable nature of UPSC CSE.
- Ishita is a dalit by caste. This is only the second time in the history when a dalit girl has topped the most prestigious examination of India. Tina Dabi is the first.
- Ishita is originally from Patna, Bihar. However, she was brought up in New Delhi. Her family is currently settled in Greater NOIDA.
- Ishita is a national football player. It shows her multi talent.
- She has worked with Earnst and Young for two years after completing her graduation in Economics from Sri Ram College of Commerce.
- Ishita father is an Indian Airforce veteran. She credits her mother as the main force behind her success