This article is written in brief layman language for better understanding Can I ? this is one of the most frequent questions from IAS or UPSC aspirant & the answer is Yes only if you have followings: 1. Time 2. Dedication 3. Money (till your Prepration) 4. the most important MENTOR ... Most of the aspirants are attract for UPSC for Name, fame, prestige, power, stability & money and very few of them are for rest . Its alright Atleast you must have a REASON for your studies & it must be very strong. before you try look at yourself & ask all above 4 questions if you all have then nothing will stop you except YOU. Here Mentor role is as important as rudder or oar in boat who gives you right direction till your goad. In 2017-18 on an average 11.36 lakh applied for IAS pre for 1000 post i.e 1136 aspirants per post that's why this exam is called tough. Who are successfull then? Only those who is clear in concept whe...