Q1. Which one of the following scientists called entropy time arrow ?
- (a) Thomas Young
- (b) Arthur Eddington
- (c) Max Planck
- (d) Thompson
UPSC Engineering Services Exam 2023 General Studies Question Paper PDF
- Year 2023
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 100
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration Two Hours
- Languages English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | General Studies and Engineering Aptitude |
| Subject | General Studies and Engineering Aptitude |
| Duration | Two Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
This document contains the question paper for the UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2023, specifically Paper I on General Studies and Engineering Aptitude. The exam, conducted by UPSC, tests candidates on a broad range of topics including general studies and engineering fundamentals. This paper allows aspirants to gauge their preparation level, understand the exam pattern, and identify key areas for focused study. The paper consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying a total of 200 marks, with a time limit of two hours. Analyzing this paper is crucial for candidates aiming to qualify for the Engineering Services Examination.
Major Topics Covered
- General Studies
- Engineering Aptitude
- Energy Planning
- Energy Efficiency
- Climate Change
- Entropy
- Dematerialization
- Fuel Use Intensity
- Recycling
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for ENGINEERING SERVICES (P) EXAM 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 Engineering Services Exam 2022 Paper I
- UPSC Engineering Services Exam 2021 Paper I
- UPSC Engineering Services Exam 2023 Paper II
- UPSC Engineering Services Exam 2023 Paper I Answer Key
- UPSC Engineering Services Exam Syllabus
- General Studies Syllabus for ESE
- Engineering Aptitude Syllabus for ESE
- UPSC Engineering Services Exam Pattern
Instructions
- CHECK THAT THIS TEST BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TORN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC.
- IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET.
- PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS THE CANDIDATE'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENCODE AND
- FILL IN THE ROLL NUMBER AND TEST BOOKLET SERIES CODE A, B, C OR D CAREFULLY AND WITHOUT ANY OMISSION OR DISCREPANCY AT THE APPRO- PRIATE PLACES IN THE OMR ANSWER SHEET.
- ANY OMISSION/DISCREPANCY WILL RENDER THE ANSWER SHEET LIABLE FOR REJECTION.
- You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test
- Booklet in the Box provided alongside. DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
- This Test Booklet contains 100 items (questions).
- Each item comprises four responses (answers).
- You will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet.
- In case, you feel that there is more than one correct response, mark the response which you consider the best.
- In any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item.
- You have to mark your responses ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.
- Before you proceed to mark in the Answer Sheet the response to various items in the Test Booklet, you have to fill in some particulars in the Answer Sheet as per instructions sent to you with your Admission Certificate.
- After you have completed filling in all your responses on the Answer Sheet and the examination has concluded, you should hand over to the Invigilator only the Answer Sheet.
- You are permitted to take away with you the Test Booklet.
- Sheets for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end.
- THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE.
- There are four alternatives for the answer to every question.
- For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one-third of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
- (ii) If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as wrong answer even if one of the given answers happens to be correct and there will be same penalty as above to that question.
- (iii) If a question is left blank i.e. no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.
- DO NOT OPEN THIS TEST BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO
Questions (page 2)
Q2.
Consider the following statements :
Energy balances are fundamental for energy planning, since they allow analysing aspects such as :
- (1) distribution of final energy consumption per end-use sector.
- (2) storage and refinement of each fuel or group of energies in the matrix.
- (3) self-sufficiency in energy, foreign dependence and foreign trade.
- (4) efficiency in processes for transforming primary energy into secondary.
- (a) 2 only
- (b) 1 and 2 only
- (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
- (d) 4 only
Q3. Which one of the following is NOT an advantage of energy efficiency ?
- (a) The cost of energy economy is usually smaller than that of its generation
- (b) Security of supply increases and resources which are finite are saved
- (c) There are micro and macro-economic gains associated with an increase in productivity and in industrial competitivity
- (d) The access to energy services is decreased
Q4. The British economist Nicholas Stern gave the most impressive analysis in the year 2006 on
- (a) Ozone layer depletion
- (b) Renewable energy sources
- (c) Climate change
- (d) Deforestation
Q5. Consider the following factors determining the evolution of energy intensity :
- (1) dematerialization
- (2) fuel use intensity
- (3) recycling
- (a) 1, 2 and 3
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 3 only
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Frequently asked questions
What is the full name of the exam?
The full name of the exam is the Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination.
Which year is this question paper for?
This question paper is for the Engineering Services Examination held in 2023.
Who conducts the Engineering Services Examination?
The Engineering Services Examination is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
What is the name of Paper I?
Paper I is named 'General Studies and Engineering Aptitude'.
What is the total duration of the exam?
The total time allowed for the exam is Two Hours.
What are the maximum marks for this paper?
The maximum marks for this paper are 200.