| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2024 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | General Knowledge |
| Subject | General Knowledge |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 300 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This document contains the General Knowledge question paper for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2024, conducted by UPSC. Aspirants can find details on the time allowed (Three Hours) and maximum marks (300). The paper covers a mix of descriptive and analytical questions, requiring candidates to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and critical thinking across various subjects relevant to forestry and general awareness. This paper is crucial for candidates aiming to qualify for the Indian Forest Service, providing a clear understanding of the examination's scope and difficulty level.
(a) Critically evaluate the contributions of Samudragupta as a statesman and an administrator. (Answer in 200 words)
(b) Bring out the similarity between the teachings of Buddha and Mahavira. (Answer in 200 words)
(c) To what extent can the decline of the Mughal empire be attributed to the rise of Maratha power? Explain. (Answer in 125 words)
(d) How did the social and religious movements provide a fillip in the social reforms of modern India? (Answer in 125 words)
(a) Why does India have low female employment ratio? What steps could be taken to boost the participation of women in the workforce? (Answer in 200 words)
(b) "Manufacturing is the engine of economic growth." Examine the statement. Why has India not been successful in its efforts to boost manufacturing? What policies would you recommend to increase its share in the economy? (Answer in 200 words)
(c) "The shift towards protectionism will adversely affect the economic growth of the emerging economies." Critically examine the statement. (Answer in 125 words)
(d) How does excess liquidity in the economy lead to general inflation? Which policy, monetary or fiscal, is more effective to control it? (Answer in 125 words)
(a) With reference to Parts III and IV of the Indian Constitution, elaborate how the Indian Constitution aims to foster social revolution. (Answer in 200 words)
(b) "Democracy and rights have been the two values around which the debates on the basic structure doctrine have been framed and performed." Justify your answer with relevant judgements of the Supreme Court. (Answer in 200 words)
(c) "There is no scope for any agencies in India of direct control by the people such as referendum." In the light of this statement, evaluate Indian democracy as a representative form of government. (Answer in 125 words)
(d) Discuss how the State Election Commission serves the channel of political expression at local level. Examine how it reconciles people's basic desire and regional democratic needs. (Answer in 125 words)
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The examination is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.
The year of this question paper is 2024.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Indian Forest Service Examination.
The subject is General Knowledge.
The time allowed for the examination is Three Hours.
The maximum marks for this paper are 300.