UPSC Civil Services Mains 2018 General Studies Paper IV PDF

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  • Year 2018
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 12
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages Hindi & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination UPSC Civil Services Main Examination
Year 2018
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper General Studies Paper IV
Subject General Studies
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 12
Question Type Descriptive / Subjective

This is the General Studies Paper IV (Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude) from the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018. Conducted by the UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 250 marks and is allotted a time of three hours. It comprises 12 descriptive questions divided into two sections, designed to assess candidates' understanding of ethical principles, public service values, and their application in administrative contexts. Aspirants can use this question paper to understand the depth and nature of questions asked, aiding in their preparation strategy for the UPSC Mains exam.

Major Topics Covered

  • Ethics
  • Integrity
  • Aptitude
  • Public Service Values
  • Code of Ethics
  • Code of Conduct
  • Public Interest
  • Accountability
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Right to Information Act

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for UPSC Civil Services 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

  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2017 General Studies Paper IV
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2019 General Studies Paper IV
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018 General Studies Paper I
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018 General Studies Paper II
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018 General Studies Paper III
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018 General Studies Paper IV Answer Key
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination Syllabus
  • UPSC General Studies Paper IV Syllabus

Instructions

  • पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर निर्दिष्ट स्थान पर किया जाना चाहिए ।
  • प्राधिकृत माध्यम के अतिरिक्त अन्य किसी माध्यम में लिखे गए उत्तर पर कोई अंक नहीं मिलेंगे ।
  • प्रश्नों में इंगित शब्द सीमा को ध्यान में रखिए ।
  • प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़ा हुआ पृष्ठ या उसके अंश को स्पष्ट रूप से काटा जाना चाहिए ।

  • There are TWELVE questions divided in TWO SECTIONS and printed both, in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
  • The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
  • Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided.
  • No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.
  • Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
  • Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1.

(a) सिविल सेवाओं के संदर्भ में सार्विक प्रकृति के, तीन आधारिक मूल्यों का कथन कीजिए और उनके महत्त्व को उजागर कीजिए। (150 शब्द)
State the three basic values, universal in nature, in the context of civil services and bring out their importance. (150 words)

(b) उपयुक्त उदाहरणों सहित "सदाचार-संहिता" और "आचार-संहिता" के बीच विभेदन कीजिए। (150 शब्द)
Distinguish between "Code of ethics" and "Code of conduct" with suitable examples. (150 words)

Section A

Q2.

(a) लोकहित से क्या अभिप्राय है ? सिविल कर्मचारियों द्वारा लोकहित में कौन-कौन से सिद्धांतों और कार्यविधियों का अनुसरण किया जाना चाहिए ? (150 शब्द)
What is meant by public interest ? What are the principles and procedures to be followed by the civil servants in public interest? (150 words)

(b) “सूचना का अधिकार अधिनियम केवल नागरिकों के सशक्तिकरण के बारे में ही नहीं है, अपितु यह आवश्यक रूप से जवाबदेही की संकल्पना को पुनःपरिभाषित करता है।” विवेचना कीजिए । (150 शब्द)
"The Right to Information Act is not all about citizens' empowerment alone, it essentially redefines the concept of accountability." Discuss. (150 words)

Section A

Q3.

(a) हित-विरोधिता से क्या तात्पर्य है ? वास्तबिक और संभावित हित-विरोधिताओं के बीच के अंतर को उदाहरणों द्वारा स्पष्ट कीजिए। (150 शब्द)
What is meant by conflict of interest ? Illustrate with examples, the difference between the actual and potential conflicts of interest. (150 words)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam for which this question paper is from?

This question paper is from the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination.

What is the year of this UPSC Civil Services Main Examination paper?

The year of this paper is 2018.

Who conducts the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination?

The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) conducts the Civil Services Main Examination.

What is the paper code for this General Studies Paper IV?

The paper code is EGT-G-GSF.

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject is General Studies, specifically Paper IV focusing on Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 250.

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