UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Main 2024 Geology Paper I PDF

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  • Year 2024
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 11
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination
Year 2024
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Geology Paper - I
Subject Geology
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 200
Number of Questions 11
Question Type Mixed

This document contains the question paper for the Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2024, specifically Geology Paper I, conducted by UPSC. The paper consists of 11 questions divided into six sections, with Section A being compulsory. Candidates must attempt a total of six questions. This paper is crucial for aspirants preparing for the Geo-Scientist examination, providing a clear understanding of the subject matter, question format, and marking scheme. It serves as a valuable resource for targeted study and practice.

Major Topics Covered

  • Isostasy
  • Infrared Remote Sensing
  • Saline Series of Salt Range
  • Duplexes
  • Lithostratigraphic Correlation
  • Shear Sense Indicators
  • Hummocky Cross-stratification
  • Fossils
  • Paleontology
  • Stromatolites
  • Geology

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examinatio 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

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  • Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2024 Question Paper
  • Combined Geo-Scientist Main 2024 Geology Paper I Answer Key
  • Combined Geo-Scientist Main Geology Syllabus
  • UPSC Geology Optional Subject Syllabus
  • Combined Geo-Scientist Main Exam Pattern
  • UPSC Exam Pattern for Geo-Scientist

Instructions

  • There are ELEVEN questions divided in SIX sections.
  • Candidate has to attempt SIX questions in all.
  • The ONLY question in Section A is compulsory.
  • Out of the remaining TEN questions, the candidate has to attempt FIVE, choosing ONE from each of the other Sections B, C, D, E and F.
  • The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
  • Unless otherwise mentioned, symbols, abbreviations and notations have their usual standard meanings.
  • Neat sketches are to be drawn to illustrate answers, wherever required.
  • They shall be drawn in the space provided for answering the question itself.
  • Wherever required, graphs/tables are to be drawn on the Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet itself.
  • 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 (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1. Describe the following in brief with illustrations, wherever necessary :

(a) Pratt's theory of Isostasy [5]

(b) Infrared Remote Sensing [5]

(c) Saline Series of Salt Range [5]

(d) Duplexes [5]

(e) Limitations of Lithostratigraphic Correlation [5]

(f) Shear Sense Indicators [5]

(g) Hummocky Cross-stratification [5]

(h) Unaltered preservation of fossils [5]

(i) Species concept in Paleontology [5]

(j) Stromatolites and their geological significance [5]

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the examination?

The examination is the Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination.

What is the year of this question paper?

This question paper is from the year 2024.

Which conducting body releases this paper?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts this examination.

What is the subject of this paper?

This paper is for Geology, specifically Geology Paper - I.

What is the paper code?

The paper code is SGSE-P-GLG.

How many questions are there in total?

There are eleven questions in total.

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