Civil Services Main 2019 Tamil Literature Paper I Question Paper PDF
- Year 2019
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Tamil & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Civil Services (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2019 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Tamil Literature Paper - I |
| Subject | Tamil Literature |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the question paper for the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2019, specifically for Paper I of Tamil Literature. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 250 marks and is allocated a time duration of three hours. It is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge and analytical skills in Tamil literature. Aspirants can use this paper to understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, which is crucial for effective preparation.
Major Topics Covered
- Tamil Literature
- Dravidian Languages
- Tamil Grammar
- Sangam Literature
- Bhakti Literature
- Epic Literature
- Linguistic Evolution
- Poetry
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Civil Services (Main) Examination preparation
- Helps understand the latest exam pattern
- Useful for practice and self-assessment
- Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
- Helpful for analysing question trends
Related Resources
- Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2019 - Tamil Literature Paper - II
- Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2018 - Tamil Literature Paper - I
- Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2019 - General Studies Paper - I
- Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2019 - Tamil Literature Paper - I Answer Key
- Civil Services (Main) Examination - Tamil Literature Syllabus
- Civil Services (Main) Examination - General Studies Syllabus
- Civil Services (Main) Examination Pattern
- Civil Services Exam Stages
Instructions
- There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS.
- Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
- Questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, any THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each section.
- The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
- Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.
- Attempts of questions shall be counted in sequential order.
- Unless struck off, attempt of a question shall be counted even if attempted partly.
- Any page or portion of the page leftblank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off. \overline{1}
Questions (page 2)
Q2. 15 + 15 + 20 = 50 தொல்காப்பியத்தின் அமைப்பினையும் சிறப்பினையும் (a) விரித்துரைக்க. 15 தமிழில் ஒலி தற்காலத் காணப்படும் மாற்றங்களைத் (b) தொகுத்துரைக்க. 15 சிலம்பல் காப்பியக் கூறுகள் இடம் பெறும் பாங்கினை (c) ஆய்க. 20 பின்வரும் வினா ஒவ்வொன்றிற்கும் விடை தருக.
Q3. 20 + 15 + 15 = 50 தமிழில் பிறமொழிச் சொற்கள் வழங்கும் முறைமையை (a) மதிப்பிடுக. 20 இலக்கியங்கள் சித்தரிக்கும் இறைத் தொண்டின் பக்தி (b) மேன்மையைப் புலப்படுத்துக. 15 ஹைக்கூ கவிதைகள் உணர்த்தும் சமுதாயச் (c) சிந்தனைகளை ஆய்க. 15 SDF-U-TML
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2019.
Which paper is this question paper for?
This is for Tamil Literature Paper I.
Who conducts the Civil Services (Main) Examination?
The examination is conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).
What is the maximum marks for this paper?
The maximum marks for Tamil Literature Paper I is 250.
What is the time duration allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.
In which language should the answers be written?
Answers must be written in Tamil.