Who is the first visually challenged (blind) IAS Officer in India ?

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This question was previously asked in

Telangana Police SI Mains Exam 2022 Official Paper 4

Answer 1

The correct answer is Pranjal Patil.

Key Points

Pranjal Patil is India's first visually challenged woman IAS officer.
She cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination in her second attempt in 2016, securing the 124th rank.
Despite facing challenges in receiving appointments initially due to her visual impairment, she persevered and was eventually appointed as an IAS officer.
Pranjal Patil served as the Sub-Collector of Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala and has inspired many with her determination and achievements.