Indian Forest Service 2020 Agricultural Engineering Paper I PDF

Central Government Jobs Engineer 2020

  • Year 2020
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2020
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Agricultural Engineering Paper - I
Subject Agricultural Engineering
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 200
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the question paper for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2020, specifically for Agricultural Engineering Paper - I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 200 marks and is to be completed within three hours. It is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the IFS exam, offering a detailed look at the types of questions, marking scheme, and subject matter covered in Agricultural Engineering. Understanding this paper helps candidates strategize their preparation effectively for the main examination stage.

Major Topics Covered

  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Spillways
  • Levees
  • Moisture Conservation
  • Dryland Agriculture
  • Drainage Density
  • Ruggedness Number
  • Geostationary Satellites
  • Polar Sun-synchronous Satellites
  • Remote Sensing
  • Wind Erosion Control
  • Water Resource Engineering
  • Hydrology
  • Watershed Management

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Indian Forest Service (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

  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019 Agricultural Engineering Paper I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2021 Agricultural Engineering Paper I
  • UPSC Engineering Services Examination Agricultural Engineering Paper I
  • Indian Forest Service 2020 Agricultural Engineering Paper I Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service Agricultural Engineering Syllabus
  • UPSC Main Exam Syllabus
  • Indian Forest Service Exam Pattern
  • UPSC Main Exam Pattern

Instructions

  • There are EIGHT questions in all, out of which FIVE are to be attempted.
  • Out of the remaining SIX questions, THREE are to be attempted selecting at least ONE question from each of the two Sections A and B.
  • 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.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
  • Unless otherwise mentioned, symbols and notations have their usual standard meanings.
  • Assume suitable data, if necessary and indicate the same clearly.
  • Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1.

(a) State the adoptability and functions of the following structures :
(i) Drop spillway
(ii) Chute spillway
(iii) Levees
(iv) Retards

(b) Discuss various methods of in-situ moisture conservation applicable for crop production under dryland areas.

(c) Define drainage density and derive the relationship between drainage density and ruggedness number.

(d) Differentiate between the following:
(i) Geostationary satellite and Polar sun-synchronous satellite
(ii) Active remote sensing and Passive remote sensing

(e) Define various satellite orbital characteristics.

Section A

Q2.

(a) Briefly describe various methods of reducing surface wind velocities in wind erosion control.

(b) Calculate the volume of water available in the pond under the following conditions:
(i) When the pond is filled to 100% of its total depth.
(ii) When the pond is filled to 50% of its total depth.
The dimensions of the pond are as follows:
Shape - Trapezoidal, Depth 3.0 m, Side slope 2 : 1 (H : V),
Bottom surface 21 m × 45 m.

(c) Determine the depth of runoff and peak rate of runoff for 25 years recurrence interval for antecedent moisture condition II from a 150 ha watershed. The curve number to apply for three 50 ha sub watersheds for antecedent moisture condition II are respectively 85, 65 and 75. Six hours, 25 years frequency rainfall for the given location is 120 mm. The time of concentration and time to peak of runoff are 30 min and 60 min respectively.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.

What is the year of this question paper?

This question paper is from the year 2020.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This is for Agricultural Engineering Paper - I.

Who conducts the Indian Forest Service Examination?

The examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 200.

What is the time allowed to complete this paper?

The time allowed is Three Hours.

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