UPSC Civil Services Main 2018 Tamil Literature Paper II PDF
- Year 2018
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Tamil & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Civil Services (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2018 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Tamil Literature Paper - II |
| Subject | Tamil Literature |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the question paper for Tamil Literature Paper II of the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination held in 2018. The paper is divided into two sections and contains a total of eight questions, of which candidates must attempt five. Compulsory questions include numbers 1 and 5, with at least one question to be chosen from each section. The total marks for the paper are 250, and the allowed time is three hours. Answers must be written exclusively in Tamil, adhering to specified word limits. This paper is crucial for candidates opting for Tamil Literature as their optional subject in the Civil Services Mains exam.
Major Topics Covered
- Tamil Literature
- Kurinji
- Thozhi Koottuppadalgal
- Uukkamudaimai
- Silappathikaram
- Thiruppavai
- Thirumal
- Veedanan
- Devakulathar
- Kalvi
- Purancheriiruththa Kaathai
- Kumbhakarnan
- Neeththal Vinnappam
- Manivachagar
- Kaamam Sepathu Kandathu Mozhimoo
- Maitu Ezhuthom
- Karpu Kadampooda
- Ilakkiyam
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
- Tamil Literature Paper - I
- General Studies Paper - I
- General Studies Paper - II
- General Studies Paper - III
- General Studies Paper - IV
- Essay Paper
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2018 Tamil Literature Paper II Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Main Syllabus
Instructions
- There are EIGHT questions divided in two Sections.
- Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
- Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each Sections.
- 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 left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
Questions (page 2)
Q4. கீழ்வரும் பாடப்பகுதிகள் பயிலும் இலக்கிய இடத்தையும், அவற்றின நயத்தையும் வெளிப்படுத்துக: ''காமம் செப்பாது கண்டது மொழிமோ''.
Q15. (D) தெய்வப்புலவர் உணர்த்தும் ‘கல்வி’யின் அருமை பெருமைகளை எடுத்துக் காட்டுக.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the Civil Services (Main) Examination.
Which paper is this question paper for?
This question paper is for Tamil Literature Paper - II.
In which year was this exam conducted?
The exam was conducted in 2018.
Who conducts the Civil Services Main Examination?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the examination.
What is the maximum marks for Tamil Literature Paper II?
The maximum marks for Tamil Literature Paper II is 250.
What is the time duration allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.