UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 Kannada Literature Paper II PDF

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  • Year 2023
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages Kannada & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM
Year 2023
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper KANNADA LITERATURE PAPER II
Subject Kannada Literature
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the question paper for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2023, Paper II, focusing on Kannada Literature. Conducted by UPSC, this paper is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge of Kannada literature. It allows a time duration of three hours and carries a maximum of 250 marks. The paper consists of eight questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to answer five questions in total, including compulsory questions 1 and 5, and at least one from each section. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for success in the Civil Services examination, providing a clear understanding of the expected knowledge and answering format.

Major Topics Covered

  • Kannada Literature
  • Literary Analysis
  • Poetry Interpretation
  • Kannada Poetry

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM 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

  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 Kannada Literature Paper I
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 General Studies Paper I
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 Optional Subject Papers
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 Kannada Literature Paper II Answer Key
  • Civil Services Main Exam Syllabus
  • Kannada Literature Optional Subject Syllabus
  • Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
  • UPSC Mains Exam Structure

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.
  • Answers must be written in KANNADA (Kannada script).
  • 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)

Q1. ಬರೆಯಿರಿ. (ಪ್ರತಿಯೊಂದೂ 150 ಪದಗಳ ಉತ್ತರ ಮಿತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ) 10×5=50 ಪಿಡಿದೆಡಗೆಯ್ಯ ಚಾಮರದ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಹಸ್ತದ ಪದ್ಧಮೊಳ್ತೊಡಂ (a) ಬಡೆ ನಸು ಮಾನಿ ಪಾಡಳಿದ ರೂಪಿನೊಳುಣ್ಣವಗಾಡಿ ನಾಡೆಕ। ಣ್ಗೆಡರೆ ತೊಡಂಕಿ ಪೀರಿದ ಕುರುಳ್ಗಳೆ ಚಿತ್ತದೊಳಾದ ಬೇಸ ಱಂ ನುಡಿವವೊಲಾಗೆ ಬರ್ಪ ಕಮಳಾಯತನೇತ್ರೆಯನಿಂದು ವಕ್ಕೆಯಂ॥ 10 ಒಂದು ಬನಮಂ ಪೊಕ್ಕು ಮಿಕ್ಕ ಸಂತೋಷದಿಂ (b) ಮುಂದೆ ಸಿಂಹಾಸನವನಿಕ್ಕಲು ವಿಲಾಸದಿಂ। ದೆಸೆಯ ಕುಳ್ಳರ್ದನಾ ಸುಕುಮಾರ ಸೌದರಂ ವಸುಧೆಗೊಪುವ ಮರ್ತ್ಯ ಮಂಡಲ ಪುರಂದರಂ।। 10 ಕಾಯಕ್ಕೆ ನೆಳಲಾಗಿ ಕಾಡಿತ್ತು ಮಾಯೆ (c) ಪ್ರಾಣಕ್ಕೆ ಮನವಾಗಿ ಕಾಡಿತ್ತು ಮಾಯೆ ಮನಕ್ಕೆ ನೆನಹಾಗಿ ಕಾಡಿತ್ತು ಮಾಯೆ ನೆನಹಿಂಗೆ ಅರಿವಾಗಿ ಕಾಡಿತ್ತು ಮಾಯೆ ಜಗದ ಜಂಗುಳಿಗೆ ಬೆಂಗೋಲನೆತ್ತಿ ಕಾಡಿತ್ತು ಮಾಯೆ ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನಾ ನೀನೊಡ್ಡಿದ ಮಾಯೆಯನಾರೂ ಗೆಲಲಾರರು ... 10 ಹುಟ್ತದ ಯೋನಿಗಳಿಲ್ಲ ಮೆಟ್ತದ ಭೂಮಿಗಳಿಲ್ಲ (d) ಅಟ್ಟು ಉಣ್ಣದ ವಸ್ತುಗಳಿಲ್ಲ ಗುಟ್ಟು ಕಾಣಿಸೆಬಂತು ಹಿರಿದೇನು ಕಿರಿದೇನು ನೆಟ್ತನೆ ಸರ್ವಜ್ಞನ ನೆನೆಕಂಡ್ಯ ಮನುಜ II 10 ಕಾದಿ ಕೊಲುವೊಡೆ ಪಾಂಡುಸುತರು ಸ (e) ಹೋದರರು ಕೊಲಲಿಲ್ಲ ಕೊಲ್ಲದೆ ಕಾದೆನಾದೊಡೆ ಕೌರವಂಗನಿಯಲಿ ಹೊಗಲಿಲ್ಲ ಬೇಧದಲಿ ಹೊಕ್ಕಿರಿದನೋ ಮಧು ಸೂದನನು ತಾನಕಟೆನುತ ಘನ ಚಿಂ ತೋದಧಿಯಲದ್ವ ವೊಲು ಮೌನದೊಳಿದ್ದನಾ ಕರ್ಣ 10 2 SKYC-B-KND

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM.

What is the year of the exam?

The exam year is 2023.

Who conducts the Civil Services Main Exam?

The exam is conducted by UPSC.

What is the paper name and code?

The paper name is KANNADA LITERATURE PAPER II, with the code SKYC-B-KND.

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject is Kannada Literature.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks are 250.

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