Indian Forest Service 2019 Botany Paper I Question Paper PDF
- Year 2019
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2019 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Botany Paper - I |
| Subject | Botany |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the Botany Paper I question paper for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination held in 2019 by UPSC. The paper carried a maximum of 200 marks and candidates were allowed three hours to complete it. It consists of eight questions, of which five are to be attempted, with compulsory questions 1 and 5. Aspirants can use this paper to understand the exam pattern, question types, and difficulty level for the Botany subject in the IFS Main exam.
Major Topics Covered
- Bacterial cell wall
- Mycoplasma
- Little leaf disease of brinjal
- Cyanobacteria
- Male cone of Pinus
- Plasmids (F-factor, R-factor, Col plasmid)
- Pathogenic fungi
- Contagium vivum fluidum
- TMV vs T4 phage
- Rust fungus vs Smut fungus
- Marsilea sporocarp
- Enzymes and toxins from phytopathogenic microorganisms
- Penicillin production
- Gymnosperms (Gnetales)
- Ovule structure and types
- Early and late blight diseases of potato
- Mycorrhiza (ecto- and endo-)
- Bentham and Hooker system of classification
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 - Botany Paper II
- Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2018 - Botany Paper I
- Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2019 - General Studies Paper I
- Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2019 - Botany Paper I Answer Key
- Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Syllabus - Botany
- UPSC Botany Syllabus
- Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Pattern
- UPSC 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)
Q2. (a) Explain the process of infection by pathogenic fungi. 15 (b) Define the term 'contagium vivum fluidum'. Who coined this term?
Q3. (a) Give an account on the sporocarp of Marsilea.
Q4. (a) What is an ovule?
Q5. (a) Give an account of Bentham and Hooker system of classification. In spite of so many latest classifications, why do people still prefer to use this system of classification?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the examination?
The examination is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2019.
Which paper is this question paper for?
This is for Botany 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 Botany Paper - I?
The maximum marks for Botany Paper - I is 200.
What is the time allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.
How many questions are to be attempted in this paper?
Out of eight questions, five are to be attempted. Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory. Three more questions must be attempted from the remaining six, with at least one from each of the two sections (A and B).