The information in the DAF is used as a basis for the interview questions.
The detailed application form is very important during the UPSC interview. It is mandatory to fill this form before taking the UPSC Mains.
Every year, thousands of candidates apply for the UPSC exam, but only 0.2 percent manage to secure the most highly regarded government positions in the country. Each stage of the UPSC CSE, which consists of three levels, poses significant challenges and getting through the interview round is particularly demanding.
The Detailed Application Form (DAF) is very important in the UPSC interview process. It is mandatory to fill this form before taking the UPSC Mains exam. The information from the DAF is used as the basis for the questions asked during the UPSC interview. Check out the specific interview questions asked to the likes of IAS Krishna Kumar Singh in their UPSC interview.
Krishna Kumar Singh has documented the questions and corresponding answers from his interview experience in a blog post. His interview was conducted by the board chaired by Dr. Manoj Soni.
The questions are as follows –
1) How is the morning today?
A) This morning is exceptionally wonderful, sir.
Are you sure?
A) Yes, sir.
2) You are currently working with the RBI and are stationed in Shimla. The climate there must be quite pleasant. Is it snowing in Shimla right now?
A) Yes, sir. Shimla usually enjoys good weather. It snowed until last week, but not now.
3) Explain the historical significance of Shimla.
A) Sir, Shimla held the status of summer capital during the British Raj era. It features numerous historic structures that represent British architectural excellence. After independence, it served as the capital of Punjab. However, in 1971 it became the capital of Himachal Pradesh.
4) Tell us about the Shimla Agreement.
A) Sir, the Shimla Agreement was signed in 1972 between Mrs. Indira Gandhi and Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. This agreement primarily outlined the precise position of the Line of Control (LOC) in Jammu and Kashmir. It was a commitment by both countries to address disputes through bilateral means.
5) You work at the Reserve Bank of India. What is your view on demonetization?
A) I believe the decision to demonetize has been taken keeping the broader public interest in mind. Tackling issues such as black money, counterfeit money and terrorist financing was crucial. However, I believe that the implementation could have been more effective.
6) Your chosen elective is Political Science and International Relations. Do you think India’s foreign policy is realistic?
A) Sir, India’s foreign policy initially tended towards idealism. However, with the introduction of the New Economic Policy in 1991, we have witnessed a shift towards a more pragmatic approach that better serves our national interests. Economics and security have become the dominant focus over moral ideals.
7) Do you consider India a status quoist or revisionist power?
A) We’re somewhere between the two.
8) You mentioned that you read contemporary Indian non-fiction stories. What is your favorite non-fiction book?
A) ‘Everyone Loves a Good Drought’ by Palagummi Sainath.
9) What is your favorite fiction novel?
A) George Orwell’s 1984.
10) I think you are very optimistic.
A) Yes ma’am, thank you.
