UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 Sanskrit Literature Paper I PDF
- Year 2025
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Hindi & English & Sa
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2025 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Sanskrit Literature Paper - I |
| Subject | Sanskrit Literature |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the question paper for the Sanskrit Literature Paper I of the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2025. The paper carries a maximum of 250 marks and is to be completed within three hours. It is divided into two sections, with a total of eight questions. Candidates are required to attempt five questions in total, with questions 1 and 5 being compulsory. At least one question must be attempted from each section. Specific instructions regarding language of answers (Sanskrit or authorized medium, Devanagari script for Sanskrit) and adherence to word limits are provided. Questions 1, 5, and 8 must be answered in Sanskrit.
Major Topics Covered
- Sanskrit Literature
- Vedic Sanskrit
- Classical Sanskrit
- Sanskrit Poetics
- Alankara Sampradaya
- Morphology in Sanskrit
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for UPSC 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
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- UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 General Studies Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 Essay Paper
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2024 Sanskrit Literature Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 Sanskrit Literature Paper I Answer Key
- UPSC Mains 2025 Sanskrit Literature Paper I Solutions
- UPSC Civil Services Main Syllabus
- Sanskrit Literature Optional Subject Syllabus UPSC
Instructions
- प्रश्नपत्रम्) (साहित्यम्) SANSKRIT (Paper I) (LITERATURE) पूर्णाङ्काः : 250 समयः : होरात्रयम् (घंटा-त्रयम्)
- 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 Section.
- The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
- Question Nos. 1, 5 and 8 must be answered in SANSKRIT and the remaining questions must be answered either in SANSKRIT or in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate.
- Answer written in SANSKRIT must be in Devanagari script.
- 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination.
What is the paper name and code?
The paper name is Sanskrit Literature Paper - I, with the code SLPM-U-SNKT.
What is the year of this question paper?
The year of this question paper is 2025.
Who conducts the Civil Services Main Examination?
The examination is conducted by UPSC.
What is the maximum marks for Sanskrit Literature Paper I?
The maximum marks for Sanskrit Literature Paper I is 250.
What is the time allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.