Indian Forest Service 2023 Forestry Paper II Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2023
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2023
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Forestry Paper - II
Subject Forestry
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 200
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This document contains the Forestry Paper II from the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination held in 2023, conducted by UPSC. The paper consists of 8 questions, with 5 to be attempted, including compulsory questions 1 and 5. It covers various aspects of forest management, enumeration, and conservation. This paper is crucial for aspirants preparing for the IFS Main examination, offering insights into the types of questions asked and the depth of knowledge required in forestry.

Major Topics Covered

  • Forest Working Plan
  • Forest Management Plan
  • Forest Enumeration
  • Point Sampling
  • Forest Maps
  • Tree Measurement
  • Forest Management Objectives
  • Forest Management Principles
  • Growing Stock Assessment
  • Yield Table
  • Volume Table
  • Village Forest Committee
  • Forest Conservation
  • Forest Plantations
  • Regeneration Survey
  • Regeneration Stock Map
  • Bridges
  • Culverts

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 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

  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2023 Forestry Paper - I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2022 Forestry Paper - II
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2022 Forestry Paper - I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2023 Forestry Paper - II Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Syllabus
  • Forestry Syllabus for IFS Main
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Pattern
  • IFS Main Exam Structure

Instructions

  • There are EIGHT questions in all, out of which FIVE are to be attempted.
  • Out of the remaining SIX questions, THREE are to be attempted selecting at least ONE question from each of the two Sections A and B.
  • 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.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
  • Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever necessary.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1.

(a) What is point sampling? How is it used in forest enumeration? 8

(b) What are maps? How are they helpful in management of forests?

(c) 8

(d) Explain briefly the reference point for measurement of diameter and girth of tree species. 8 What are the objectives and principles of forest management? 8

(e) 2. Describe the methods for assessment of growing stock.

(a) How does yield table differ from volume table? Describe the contents of yield

(b) table with justifications. What is village forest committee? Explain its role in forest management.

(c) Give a list of materials used in construction of building and describe the 3. \quad

(a) characteristics of any two materials. Describe the role of MAI (Mean Annual Increment) and CAI (Current Annual

(b) Increment) to decide rotation of a forest stand. 15 Describe the role of working plan in forest conservation.

(c) Describe the importance of forest management. How will it be operated 4.

(a) in forest plantations? Describe regeneration survey in natural forest and explain the significance

(b) of regeneration stock map. What do you understand by bridges and culverts? Write the types of any two

(c) bridges with sketches. BJKE-B-FSTY/44 2

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This is the Forestry Paper II.

What is the conducting body for this exam?

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

In which year was this exam conducted?

The exam was conducted in 2023.

What is the total number of questions in this paper?

There are a total of 8 questions in this paper.

How many questions are to be attempted?

Candidates are required to attempt 5 questions.

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