Garima Lohia’s ( 24year old) journey to the top 2nd UPSC rankings is a testament to her unwavering determination and relentless and hardwork blessings of her late father.
Hailing from Bihar’s Buxar, a state with immense talent and potential, Garima faced her fair share of challenges. However, she never allowed these obstacles to deter her from pursuing her dream of serving the nation through the civil services.
Educational Background and Preparation:
Garima’s strong academic foundation played a pivotal role in her success. She completed her schooling in Bihar, where she exhibited exemplary dedication and consistency in her studies.
Garima then pursued higher education, earning a degree in Political Science from a reputed institution. Her educational background gave her a solid understanding of the subject matter crucial for the UPSC examination.
She devoted long hours to studying and covered a wide range of subjects, including history, geography, economics, and current affairs. Garima’s commitment to self-study and her disciplined approach enabled her to grasp complex concepts effectively.
The Unwavering Support of a Mother
Garima’s father, Manoj Kumar Lohia, passed away in 2015, leaving behind a wife and three children. The loss of a loved one can be emotionally and financially devastating.
The loss of a loved one can be emotionally and financially devastating, mother ensured that all three of us attained good education. my elder sister at the young age of 20 started working to financially support the family. Every member of the family has contributed to the success,”
Garima recalls the unwavering support of her mother, who played a pivotal role in her success
she said in one interview, that her mother (51) stood like a wall between her and the negativity hurled at her by society. “The community may have tried to demotivate me but my mother never let it get to me and always filtered out the negativity from around me.
She could not clear the UPSC prelims examination on the first attempt and continued to prepare even harder for the next year’s exam. Even before the results of the UPSC exam 2022 were announced last month, Garima said that she was sure of her success but never imagined that she would get the second rank.