Indian Forest Service 2020 Forestry Paper-I Question Paper PDF

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  • 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 FORESTRY PAPER-I
Subject Forestry
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 200
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the official question paper for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2020, specifically for Forestry Paper-I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper is designed to test candidates' in-depth knowledge of forestry concepts. It comprises a total of 8 questions, with candidates required to attempt five, including compulsory questions 1 and 5. The exam allows three hours to complete and carries a maximum of 200 marks. This paper is crucial for aspirants preparing for the IFS Main examination, offering insights into the types of questions, marking scheme, and subject coverage.

Major Topics Covered

  • Silviculture
  • Forestry
  • Regeneration
  • Afforestation
  • Mangrove Forests
  • Cold Desert Flora
  • Tamarindus indica
  • Coppice Systems

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, 2020 - Forestry Paper-II
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2019 - Forestry Paper-I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2020 - General Studies Paper-I
  • IFS 2020 Forestry Paper-I Answer Key
  • UPSC Forestry Paper I Solutions 2020
  • IFS Main Forestry Syllabus
  • UPSC Exam Syllabus
  • IFS 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.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
  • Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.
  • 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.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1. Answer the following :

(a) Define silviculture. Relate the applications of silviculture to different branches of Forestry.

(b) Frost resistance in trees depends on the internal and external factors. Explain.

(c) Explain the factors which affect the length of regeneration period in a periodic block.

(d) Write the adaptive characteristics of plant species of cold desert.

(e) Describe the methods of artificial regeneration of Tamarindus indica.

Section A

Q2.

(a) Describe the following terms :
(i) Dominant
(ii) Dominated
(iii) Crop height
(iv) Top height
(v) Hardening

(b) Describe the reforestation techniques of mangrove forests. Explain the following mangrove habitats :
(i) Deltaic mangrove habitat
(ii) Coastal mangrove habitat

(c) Give a brief account of the silvicultural characters and regeneration methods for the following species :
(i) Acacia catechu
(ii) Populus deltoides

Section A

Q3.

(a) Define afforestation. Discuss in brief the afforestation techniques, including the choice of species, for ravine lands.

(b) Define coppice with standard system. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Differentiate it from coppice with two-rotation system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the examination?

The examination is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2020.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This question paper is for Forestry Paper-I.

Who conducts the Indian Forest Service Examination?

The Indian Forest Service Examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the maximum marks for Forestry Paper-I?

The maximum marks for Forestry Paper-I is 200.

What is the time allowed to complete Forestry Paper-I?

The time allowed to complete Forestry Paper-I is Three Hours.

How many questions are there in Forestry Paper-I?

There are a total of eight questions in Forestry Paper-I.

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