The UPSC civil services mains exam offers anthropology as an elective topic, and candidates frequently choose it, particularly those with science or engineering backgrounds. It is also a fascinating topic that many of them think would score well. Anudeep Durishetty, the IAS class of 2017 highest performer, also has the same option. As a result, it is now obvious that this choice has been successful for many and has improved some of the successful applicants' rankings.