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5 Challenging UPSC Interview Questions Every Aspirant Should Know

Discover 5 tricky UPSC interview questions designed to test thinking under pressure. Learn clever approaches and strategies to handle common brain teasers and impress interviewers effectively. 

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Author : Asianet Newsable English
Published : Jan 02 2026, 10:04 AM IST
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What is something that can be worn and also eaten?
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What is something that can be worn and also eaten?

Answer: Clove. It's a spice used in food. Back in the day, some communities also wore cloves as an amulet or piece of jewelry. This question tests a candidate's creative thinking.

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Which animal sleeps for up to two months after being born?
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Which animal sleeps for up to two months after being born?

Answer: Bear. Bear cubs spend their first few months in a hibernation-like state with their mother, mostly sleeping. This question tests general awareness and biology knowledge.

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Which part of the body is the hottest?
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Which part of the body is the hottest?

Answer: Blood. It constantly circulates, delivering energy and maintaining body temperature. Technically, this makes blood the warmest part. This question tests basic science and logic.

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What is it that the more you use it, the more it grows?
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What is it that the more you use it, the more it grows?

Answer: Intelligence. It's the only thing that grows the more you use it. The more you think, read, and experience, the sharper it gets. This tests a candidate's mental maturity.

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What is something that isn't seen before you eat it?
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What is something that isn't seen before you eat it?

Answer: A stumble. This is a metaphorical question. You don't see a stumble before it happens. It also means you only learn from life's mistakes after they occur. This tests philosophical thinking.

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