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Here’s how Shishir Yadav became the second topper of UPPSC-J 2022

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A nurturing environment

Shishir Yadav shares that he grew up in a positive environment at home where his parents always encouraged him to perform better. 
 

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Shishir Yadav's parents

Shishir’s father, Kripashankar Yadav, and mother, Shakuntala Yadav, are both lawyers.
 

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Shishir Yadav's education

In the year 2020, he received his BA LLB degree from Allahabad University and then pursued an LLM.
 

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Setting clear goals

Shishir Yadav shares that from the very beginning, he wanted to pursue a career in law.  
 

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A supportive family

Shishir Yadav grew up in a house where the shelves were packed with law-related books.

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Peer support

Shishir Yadav shares that his friends and professors were encouraging and often provided valuable insights to him.
 

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Interview question

The following question was asked from Shishir Yadav in the interview: "If you are pursuing LLM, why are you not considering a career in teaching?"
 

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Shishir Yadav's answer to the interview question

"I wish to join Judiciary to utilize my full potential."

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