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UPSC Interview: IPS Vikas Senthiya’s smart answers to tricky questions

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IPS Vikas Senthiya

IPS Vikas Senthiya secured the 482nd rank in UPSC 2022. He was asked some interesting questions during the interview round, let’s learn about some of them. 
 

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Q- How are deserts formed?

The formation of deserts begins with reduced floods in an area. It leads to increased evaporation. And as the biodiversity declines, a desert gradually forms over time. 
 

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Q- Which country requires mandatory military service?

Ans- Israel

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Q- Should mandatory military service be implemented in India?

Vikas Senthiya’s answer- Yes, implementing mandatory military service in India would foster patriotism and discipline.
 

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Q- Who wrote the poem ‘Kaal Ke Kapaal Par…’?

Ans- Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee

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Q- What causes frequent earthquakes in the Himalayas?

A- The ongoing movement of the young mountain range leads to frequent earthquakes and landslides in the region. 

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Q- Despite the recession during the lockdown

why is the stock market experiencing growth?

Ans- The lockdown period led to an increase in demat accounts, contributing to the surge in the stock market.

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Q- What is the local dish of your area?

A- Peda is a beloved delicacy in Dwarika. Dishes like Dal Bafla and Tikki are also famous.

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