Quick Info
| Profession | IAS trainer, Author, Lecturer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/12/1973 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Haryana, India |
Latest News about Dr Vikas Divyakirti
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti faced public scrutiny and online backlash after making controversial remarks about Hindu deities Ram and Sita during a live lecture. The comments sparked widespread debate on social media, with many calling for accountability while others defended his right to express philosophical views. Drishti IAS issued a statement clarifying that the remarks were part of a broader discussion on mythology and not intended to disrespect religious sentiments.
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti was honored with the 'National Education Leader Award' by the Ministry of Education for his transformative impact on UPSC preparation in India. The award recognized his unique approach of teaching complex civil service concepts in Hindi, making them accessible to millions of aspirants from rural and semi-urban backgrounds. His institute, Drishti IAS, has since expanded to multiple cities including Jaipur and Allahabad.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Being the founder of Drishti IAS, a coaching centre for UPSC aspirants |
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| Full Name | Dr. Vikas Divyakirti |
| Aliases | Vikas Divyakirti |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm (5’ 5”) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| BA | History |
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| MA | Hindi Literature and Sociology |
| M. Phil | Hindi Literature |
| LLB | Yes |
| Ph.D. | Hindi Literature |
| Postgraduate degree | English to Hindi translation |
Personal Life
| School | Saraswati Shishu Mandir, Bhiwani, Haryana |
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| College/University | Zakir Husain Delhi College, Delhi University |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Wife | Dr. Taruna Verma (MD at Drishti- The Vision) |
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| Children | Son - Satwik Divyakirti |
| Father | Name not publicly disclosed |
| Mother | Name not publicly disclosed |
| Siblings | 2 brothers |
Career
| Founder and Director | Drishti IAS Coaching Classes in Delhi |
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| Editor | Drishti Current Affairs Today |
| Author | Nibandh Drishti |
| YouTube Channel | Drishti IAS |
| Former Civil Servant | Cleared UPSC CSE in 1996 with AIR 384, served in Ministry of Home Affairs, resigned after one year |
| Film Appearance | Appeared as himself in the 2023 film 12th Fail and contributed to its script |
| Current Role | Managing Director of Drishti IAS |
| Notable Contribution | Popularized UPSC preparation in Hindi, influencing millions of aspirants across India |
Favourites
| Food | Chana Bhatura |
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| Beverage | Tea |
| Holiday Destination | Kashmir |
| Films | The Lunchbox, Eklavya: The Royal Guard, Gulaal, Masaan |
| Philosophers | Socrates, Plato, Immanuel Kant, Osho |
| Sociologists | Karl Marx, Max Weber |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Raised in a middle-class background in Bhiwani, Haryana. | |
| 2. Developed a passion for politics from a young age. | |
| 3. Participated in school's parliamentary elections. | |
| 4. Initially struggled with the English language. | |
| 5. Established Drishti IAS with borrowed money. | |
| 6. Delivers lectures in Hindi for better comprehension. | |
| 7. Successfully competed in the RWA election in Delhi in 2015. | |
| 8. Started Drishti IAS after being rejected for a Hindi lecturer post at Shivaji College. |