UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 Tamil Literature Paper II Question Paper PDF
- Year 2025
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Tamil & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2025 |
| 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 the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2025, specifically for Tamil Literature Paper II. The paper contains eight questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to attempt five questions in total. Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory, and from the remaining, three must be attempted, with at least one from each section. Marks for each question/part are indicated. Answers are to be written in Tamil, adhering to specified word limits. This paper is crucial for candidates opting for Tamil Literature as their optional subject in the UPSC Mains exam, providing a direct look at the expected question format and depth of knowledge required.
Major Topics Covered
- Tamil Literature
- Classical Tamil Literature
- Modern Tamil Literature
- Tamil Poetry
- Tamil Prose
- Literary Criticism
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
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 Tamil Literature Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2024 Tamil Literature Paper II
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 General Studies Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2025 Tamil Literature Paper II Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Main Syllabus
- UPSC Tamil Literature Optional Syllabus
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
- UPSC Optional Subject Exam Pattern
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 left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
Questions (page 2)
Q2. போரில் இராமனுக்கும் கும்பகர்ணனுக்கும் நிகழ்ந்த (a) உரையாடல்களை விவரிக்க. 20 பிசிராந்தையார் அறிவுடை நம்பிக்குச் (b) செவியறிவுறுத்தும் கருத்துகளின் சிறப்பினை வெளிப்படுத்துக. 15 ஆண்டாள் கண்ணனை வர்ணிக்கும் முறைகளை (c) விவரிக்க. 15 √(2) SLPM-D-TML
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam for which this paper is intended?
This question paper is for the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination.
What is the subject and paper code of this question paper?
The subject is Tamil Literature, and the paper is Paper II. The paper code is SLPM-D-TML.
What is the year of this examination paper?
The examination year is 2025.
Who conducts the Civil Services Main Examination?
The examination is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
How many questions are there in Tamil Literature Paper II?
There are eight questions divided into two sections.
How many questions must a candidate attempt in Tamil Literature Paper II?
A candidate must attempt five questions in all.