IES ISS Exam 2018 General Studies Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2018
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Maximum Marks 100
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination IES/ISS EXAM
Year 2018
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper GENERAL STUDIES
Subject General Studies
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 100
Question Type Descriptive / Subjective

This is the General Studies paper for the IES/ISS Exam 2018, conducted by UPSC. The exam allows three hours to complete and is worth a maximum of 100 marks. This paper consists of descriptive questions, requiring candidates to write concise answers within specified word limits. It covers a range of topics relevant to governance, history, geography, economy, and current affairs, making it a crucial resource for aspirants aiming to understand the scope and depth of the General Studies section for the IES/ISS examinations.

Major Topics Covered

  • Indian Polity
  • Governance
  • History
  • Geography
  • Economics
  • Current Affairs
  • Kautilya's Arthashastra
  • British Power in India
  • Gandhian Policy
  • Indian Federalism
  • Himalayas
  • Biodiversity Conservation
  • Population Growth
  • Human Development
  • Urbanisation
  • Rainwater Harvesting
  • Knowledge Economy
  • Information Technology
  • Biotechnology
  • Demonetisation
  • Agrarian Crisis
  • Farmers' Suicides
  • Universal Healthcare Scheme

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for IES/ISS 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

  • IES ISS Exam 2018 - Paper I
  • IES ISS Exam 2018 - Paper II
  • UPSC ESE 2018 General Studies Paper
  • IES ISS Exam 2018 General Studies Answer Key
  • IES ISS Exam Syllabus
  • UPSC General Studies Syllabus
  • IES ISS Exam Pattern
  • UPSC Exam Pattern

Instructions

  • There are FOUR questions and all are to be attempted.
  • Candidate should attempt questions/parts as per the instructions given in the questions.
  • The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
  • Candidates are required to write clear, legible and concise answers and to adhere to word limits, wherever indicated.
  • Failure to adhere to word limits may be penalized.
  • The answers must be written within the space provided in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
  • Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.

Questions (page 2)

Q1.

(d) Nehru preferred "non-linguistic states in the interests of a strong centre," which could not be enforced. Elucidate.

(e) Was 'Rama Setu', a 'man made' or 'nature made' monument ? Explain with reference to the recent researches and findings of the various commissions.

Q2. Answer all of the following (in not more than 200 words each) :

(a) Assess the climatic impact of the existence of the Himalayas in the north along with oceans and seas in three other directions of India.

(b) What is the significance of biodiversity conservation in the forests and water bodies of India ?

(c) Comment on the relative performance of the Indian states in terms of population growth and human development.

(d) "High pace of urbanisation in India, though transforming landscape, is a necessary process of development." Give your arguments.

(e) Account for the recent emphasis on rainwater harvesting and small check dams on rivulets in India in preference to big dams on the main rivers.

Q3. Answer all of the following (in not more than 200 words each) :

(a) "India is a fast transforming knowledge economy." Comment.

(b) Give an account on the growth of Information Technology and Biotechnology sectors and their impact on GDP and employment in India.

(c) Explain the term 'Demonetisation'. Assess the effects of demonetisation on the economy and on black money.

(d) Farmers' suicides in India are the result of agrarian crisis. Give reasons for it and suggest remedial measures.

(e) Critically examine the 'Universal Healthcare Scheme' as pronounced in the Union Budget, 2018.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the IES/ISS EXAM, 2018.

Which board conducts the IES/ISS EXAM?

The exam is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the subject of this question paper?

The subject is GENERAL STUDIES.

What is the maximum marks for the General Studies paper?

The maximum marks for the paper is 100.

What is the time allowed for the General Studies paper?

The time allowed is Three Hours.

What type of questions are asked in this paper?

This paper consists of descriptive questions.

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