UPSC Tamil Paper II Literature 2017 Question Paper PDF
- Year 2017
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Tamil & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Tamil Paper - II (Literature) 2017 |
| Year | 2017 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Tamil Paper - II (Literature) |
| Subject | Literature |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This document contains the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Tamil Paper II (Literature) question paper from 2017. The paper is divided into two sections with a total of eight questions, requiring candidates to answer five. Compulsory questions are 1 and 5, with at least one question to be chosen from each section. The exam allows three hours to complete and is out of a maximum of 250 marks. Answers must be written in Tamil, adhering to specified word limits. This paper is crucial for candidates preparing for literature-focused examinations conducted by UPSC.
Major Topics Covered
- Tamil Literature
- Kurunthokai
- Thirukkural
- Kumbhakarnan Vadapadalam
- Manickavasagar
- Thiruppavai
- Pandiyan Aridai Nambi
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) 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 Tamil Paper I 2017
- UPSC General Studies Paper 2017
- UPSC Optional Subject Papers
- UPSC Tamil Paper II Literature 2017 Answer Key
- UPSC Tamil Literature Syllabus
- UPSC Optional Subject Syllabus
- UPSC Exam Pattern
- UPSC Civil Services Exam Pattern
Instructions
- There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS.
- Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
- Questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, any THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each section.
- The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
- Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.
- 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.
Questions (page 2)
Q2. கும்பகர்ணன் துயில் எழுப்பப்பட்ட நிகழ்வுகள் எவ்வாறு (a) வருணிக்கப்படுகின்றன ? (b) பாண்டியன் அறிவுடை நம்பிக்குப் பிசிராந்தையார் சொன்ன அறிவுரைகள் எவை ? 15 திருமாலின் அவதாரச் சிறப்புகள் திருப்பாவையில் (c) எவ்வாறு விவரிக்கப்படுகின்றன ? ஏன் ? 15 STH-D-TML
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam paper?
The exam paper is named Tamil Paper - II (Literature) with the code STH-D-TML.
Which conducting body released this paper?
This paper was released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
What is the year of this question paper?
The year of this question paper is 2017.
What is the maximum marks for this paper?
The maximum marks for this paper are 250.
What is the time allowed for the exam?
The time allowed for the exam is three hours.
How many questions are there in total?
There are a total of eight questions in the paper.