Does political science help in UPSC?

Political Science and International Relations is one of the optional subjects offered by the UPSC in the mains exam. Political science is one of the most informative and necessary subjects for any civil service exam aspirant looking forward to getting into the government as a civil servant.

Do IAS officers get government house?

Trips: IAS officers enjoy subsidised accommodation in government guest houses or bungalows when on official or non-official trips. When visiting Delhi, they can avail of accommodation in their State Bhavans.

Do IAS officers start side business?

Serving IAS officers can resign from their post to run their own business. Serving IAS officers can use their private legal money to make legal investments and buy stocks. IAS officers can have their family and friends start a business in their stead while they act as advisers and share their ideas.

Is it difficult to become an IAS officer?

To become an IAS Officer is definitely a tough task. However, the one who has the grit to achieve the dream of becoming an IAS Officer will definitely make it. No matter, whatever the background of the aspirant is, the interest and hard work pay off and help them achieve their dream of becoming an IAS officer.

Should I join IAS/IPS before plunging into politics?

If you join IAS/IPS, there are 90\% chances that you would never join politics as you would find it difficult to take the risk after you are married and have children. Don’t waste your time (which may be actually several decades of your life) to join IAS/IPS before plunging to politics.

Who are some IAS officers who became politicians?

Here are five IAS officers who became politicians. Veteran politician Yashwant Sinha, a 1960-batch IAS officer, resigned in 1984 to join the erstwhile Janata Party; he became a Member of Rajya Sabha in 1988. In 1989, he joined Janata Dal and served as Finance Minister in 1990-91.

Are there any IAS officers who resigned from the service?

The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country. Becoming an IAS officer is a dream for many youngsters and the post of an IAS officer is highly-coveted. However, there are some IAS officers who resigned from the service to join politics and serve people in a different way.