A Reddit post questioning the real-world value of UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) exam preparation has gone viral for its brutally honest take on what many call India’s toughest exam.

The user argues that the UPSC preparation journey, while often glorified, doesn’t necessarily equip aspirants with practical or marketable skills relevant to today’s fast-changing job market. Advertisement

“Let’s be honest, UPSC preparation doesn’t really build skills. We are not learning how to think creatively, solve real-world problems, or develop something of market value. We are just memorizing history, polity, and facts written by Laxmikant or Ramesh Singh,” the post read.

The writer points out that no company is looking to hire someone based on their ability to recall facts like Article 370

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