Indian Forest Service 2025 Mathematics Paper I Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2025
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2025
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Mathematics Paper - I
Subject Mathematics
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 200
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This document contains the Mathematics Paper I from the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination conducted by UPSC in 2025. It comprises 8 questions, of which candidates are required to attempt 5, with questions 1 and 5 being compulsory. Candidates must select at least one question from each of the two sections, A and B, from the remaining six questions. The paper is designed to assess a candidate's understanding of advanced mathematical concepts relevant to forestry. Answers are to be provided in English only. This paper is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the UPSC IFS Main examination, offering insights into the exam's structure, marking scheme, and the types of questions asked.

Major Topics Covered

  • Linear Algebra
  • Vector Spaces
  • Matrices
  • Rank of a Matrix
  • Row Echelon Form
  • Combinatorics
  • Probability
  • Calculus
  • Geometry
  • Mathematical Analysis

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 2025 - General Studies Paper I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2025 - General Studies Paper II
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2025 - Mathematics Paper II
  • UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 - General Studies Paper I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2025 Mathematics Paper I Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Syllabus
  • UPSC Mathematics Syllabus
  • IFS Main Exam Pattern

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 \overline{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.
  • Unless otherwise mentioned, symbols and notations have their usual standard meanings.
  • Assume suitable data, if necessary, and indicate the same clearly.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1. If a subspace W of \mathbbR4 is generated by the vectors (3, 8, -3, -5), (1, -2, 5, -3) and (2, 3, 1, -4), then find a basis and dimension of W. Extend that basis to get a basis of \mathbbR4. Find a row echelon matrix which is row equivalent to Amreek has n number of children by his first wife. Shaina has (n + 1) children by her first husband. They marry and have children of their own also. The whole family now has 12 children. It is assumed that children of Amreek from his first wife do not fight among themselves, and likewise, children of Shaina by her first husband do not fight among themselves. Find the maximum possible number of fights between children that can take place. Prove that: Find the equation of the plane passing through the points (2, 2, 1) and (9, 3, 6) and perpendicular to the plane 2x + 6y + 6z = 9.

(b) Find a row echelon matrix which is row equivalent to
A = \beginbmatrix 0 & 0 & -2 & 0 & 1 \\ 2 & 4 & 1 & 4 & 3 \\ 1 & 2 & -3 & 1 & 2 \\ 4 & 8 & 2 & 2 & 5 \endbmatrix and find the rank of A.

(c) Amreek has n number of children by his first wife. Shaina has (n + 1) children by her first husband. They marry and have children of their own also. The whole family now has 12 children. It is assumed that children of Amreek from his first wife do not fight among themselves, and likewise, children of Shaina by her first husband do not fight among themselves. Find the maximum possible number of fights between children that can take place.

(d) Prove that: \Gamma(n + 1/2) = (√(π) \Gamma(2n + 1))/(22n \Gamma(n + 1))

(e) Find the equation of the plane passing through the points (2, 2, 1) and (9, 3, 6) and perpendicular to the plane 2x + 6y + 6z = 9.

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What is the name of the exam?

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

What is the year of this question paper?

This question paper is from the year 2025.

Who conducts the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination?

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

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject of this paper is Mathematics.

What is the paper code?

The paper code is DJSM-U-MATH.

How many questions are there in total?

There are 8 questions in total.

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