Indian Forest Service 2018 Geology Paper-I Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2018
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2018
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Geology Paper-I
Subject Geology
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 2018, specifically for Geology Paper-I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 200 marks and allows three hours for completion. It is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge of geological concepts. Aspirants can use this paper to understand the exam's structure, question types, and difficulty level, aiding in their preparation strategy for the competitive IFS examination.

Major Topics Covered

  • Meteorites
  • Satellite Imagery
  • Moraines
  • Stratigraphy
  • Volcanology
  • Remote Sensing
  • Structural Geology
  • Weathering
  • Erosion
  • Faults
  • Earthquakes
  • Isostasy
  • Geomorphology
  • Stereographic Projections

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 2017 Geology Paper-I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019 Geology Paper-I
  • UPSC Civil Services Examination 2018 General Studies Paper-I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2018 Geology Paper-I Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Syllabus
  • Geology Syllabus for Competitive Exams
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Pattern
  • UPSC Exam Pattern for Main Examinations

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.
  • 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.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
  • Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. Answer the following within 150 words each : 8 × 5 = 40 (a) What is a meteorite?

  • (a) Describe different types of meteorites.
  • (b) Discuss the spectral and spatial resolution of a satellite image. What is a moraine? Discuss different types of moraines. |c| Discuss five criteria to recognise the top of a bed by primary features.
  • (c) Describe strike, dip direction and dip amount of a bed. Can the strike and dip

Q2. (a) What is a volcano?

  • (a) What
  • (b) are
  • (c) the
  • (d) different
  • (e) types

Q3. \quad (a) different types of mechanical weathering. 10 (b) What is a fault?

  • (a) distribution
  • (b) of
  • (c) earthquakes
  • (d) worldwide.
  • (e) 15

Q4. (a) What is isostasy?

  • (a) Discuss
  • (b) three
  • (c) different
  • (d) theories
  • (e) of

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Indian Forest Service Main Examination 2018 Geology Paper-I page 1 scan, showing UPSC exam details, paper code FSI-P-GLY, maximum marks, time allowed, and specific instructions. PDF download available.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.

What year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2018.

Which subject does this paper cover?

This paper covers Geology, specifically 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 Geology Paper-I?

The maximum marks for Geology Paper-I is 200.

What is the time duration allowed for this paper?

The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.

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