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From Child Artist to IAS Officer: HS Keerthana's Inspiring Journey

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HS Keerthana, a celebrated child artist in South Indian cinema, has successfully cleared the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination, securing an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 167 in the 2019 Main Examination. After six attempts, Keerthana, who belongs to the OBC category, scored a total of 984 marks in the Civil Services (Main) Examination. This remarkable journey from the entertainment industry to becoming an IAS officer exemplifies dedication and perseverance. Keerthana's experience as a KAS officer for two years further fueled her determination to succeed in the UPSC Civil Services Examination.

Key Takeaways:

  • HS Keerthana, a child artist, cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination with an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 167 in the 2019 Main Examination.
  • Keerthana scored a total of 984 marks in the Civil Services (Main) Examination, including 794 in the written papers and 190 in the personality test.
  • She made six attempts before achieving success, highlighting her unwavering commitment to realise her ambition of joining the civil services.
  • Keerthana began her career in the entertainment industry at a young age, featuring in over 32 films and 48 television shows, becoming a well-known face in the South Indian entertainment scene.
  • She chose to step away from the limelight at the age of 15 to focus on her education and prepare for the UPSC exams, inspired by her father's dream.
  • Before clearing UPSC, Keerthana cleared the Karnataka Administrative Services (KAS) examination in 2011 and served as a KAS officer for two years.
  • Keerthana's experience as a KAS officer further fueled her determination to succeed in the UPSC Civil Services Examination.

Statistics:

  • Total marks scored by Keerthana in the Civil Services (Main) Examination: 984
  • Marks scored in written papers: 794
  • Marks scored in personality test: 190
  • Number of attempts made by Keerthana before clearing UPSC: 6
  • Number of years Keerthana served as a KAS officer: 2
  • Number of films Keerthana featured in: 32
  • Number of television shows Keerthana featured in: 48

Sources:

  • Orissa TV

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