| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | I.F.S. (Mains) Examination |
| Year | 2018 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Zoology Paper – II |
| Subject | Zoology |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the Zoology Paper II from the I.F.S. (Mains) Examination conducted by UPSC in 2018. The paper carried a maximum of 200 marks and was to be completed within three hours. It consists of eight questions, of which five are to be attempted, with questions 1 and 5 being compulsory. Candidates must select at least one question from each of the two sections (A and B) from the remaining six questions. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to qualify for the Indian Forest Service.
(a) Discuss the application of pedigree analysis in identifying diseases.
(b) What are lysosomes ? Discuss their role in intracellular digestion. Give an example of lysosomal storage disorder.
(c) Describe the steps involved in gene regulation in eukaryotes.
(a) With a neatly labelled diagram, explain sodium-potassium pump and its role in membrane transport.
(b) Explain the mode of speciation in evolution with examples.
(c) Explain how protein synthesis is the key to the expression of biological information.
(a) Explain how unknown five-toed Condylarthra evolved in Equus. State the evolutionary pattern in each geological era.
(b) Discuss the structure and functions of Ribosomes and Golgi bodies with an emphasis on secretion of proteins.
(c) Describe the mechanism of DNA replication.
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The examination is the I.F.S. (Mains) Examination.
This question paper is from the year 2018.
The IFS examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).
This paper is Zoology Paper – II.
The maximum marks for Zoology Paper – II is 200.
The time allowed to complete the paper is Three Hours.