CS (Main) Exam 2020 Malayalam Paper I Question Paper PDF
- Year 2020
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Malayalam & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | CS (Main) Exam |
| Year | 2020 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Paper I (Literature) |
| Subject | Malayalam |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the official question paper for the CS (Main) Exam 2020, Paper I, focusing on Malayalam Literature. Conducted by UPSC, the exam allows three hours to answer a total of eight questions, divided into two sections. Candidates must attempt five questions, including compulsory questions 1 and 5, with at least one from each section. The maximum marks for this paper are 250. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to assess their understanding of Malayalam literature and language as per the UPSC syllabus. The questions are to be answered in Malayalam script.
Major Topics Covered
- Malayalam Literature
- Dravidian Languages
- Manпраvalam
- Leelathilakam
- Paattu
- Ramacharitam
- Attakathas
- Nalacharitam
- Unttayi Variyar
- Koduntamil
- Niranam works
- Christian Missionaries in Malayalam
- Kerala History
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for CS (Main) 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
- CS (Main) Exam 2020 Paper II
- CS (Main) Exam 2019 Malayalam Paper I
- UPSC Mains General Studies Papers
- CS (Main) Exam 2020 Malayalam Paper I Answer Key
- CS (Main) Exam Syllabus
- Malayalam Literature Syllabus for UPSC
- CS (Main) Exam Pattern
- UPSC Mains Exam Structure
Instructions
- 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, 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.
- Answers must be written in MALAYALAM (Malayalam 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 CS (Main) Exam, 2020.
Which paper is this question paper for?
This is for Paper I (Literature) of the CS (Main) Exam, 2020.
Who conducts the CS (Main) Exam?
The CS (Main) Exam is conducted by UPSC.
What is the maximum marks for this paper?
The maximum marks for Paper I (Literature) is 250.
What is the time duration allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.
How many questions are there in total?
There are a total of EIGHT questions in this paper.