UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 Urdu Literature Paper-I PDF

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

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Civil Services (Main) Exam
Year 2023
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Urdu Literature Paper-I
Subject Urdu Literature
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This document contains the Urdu Literature Paper-I for the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination held in 2023. The paper, code SKYC-U-URD, is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge of Urdu literature. It consists of eight questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to answer five questions in total. Compulsory questions are number 1 and 5, and candidates must choose three more from the remaining, ensuring at least one from each section. The paper allows three hours for completion and carries a maximum of 250 marks. Answers must be written in Urdu script, adhering to specified word limits. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for a career in the Indian Civil Services.

Major Topics Covered

  • Urdu Language Family
  • Indo-Aryan Languages
  • Western Hindi Dialects
  • Urdu Script
  • Lashkari Language Theory
  • Mahmud Khan Sherani's Theory
  • Urdu Language Reform
  • Nasikh's Services
  • Deccani Language Centers
  • Nusrati's Poetry
  • Deccani Language Differences

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

  • UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 General Studies Paper-I
  • UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 Essay Paper
  • UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 Urdu Literature Paper-II
  • UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 Urdu Literature Paper-I Answer Key
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Syllabus
  • UPSC Urdu Literature Optional Syllabus
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
  • UPSC Optional Subject Exam Pattern

Instructions

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in two Sections.
  • Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, 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 URDU (Urdu 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)

Section A

Q1. حب ذیل سوالوں کے جواب لکھئے۔ ہر سوال کا جواب تقریباً ایک سو پچاس (150)الفاظ پر مشتمل ہونا جایئے :

(a) اردو کس خاندان السنہ سے تعلق رکھتی ہے اور اس خاندان کی اہم خصوصیات کیا ہیں؟

(b) قدیم ہند آریائی دور زبانوں کے بارے میں اینی معلومات کا اظہار کیجئے۔

(c) مغربی ہند کی مخلف بولیوں کی وضاحت کیجئے۔

(d) اردو رسم الخط کی درجہ بندی اور اہم خصوصیات تحریر محیجئے۔

Section A

Q2.

(a) جدید تحقیق کی روشی میں بتائے کہ اردو کے لشکری زبان ہونے کا نظریہ کس حد تک قابلِ قبول ہے؟

(b) اردو زبان کے آغاز کے متعلق محمود خاں شرانی کے پیش کردہ نظریے کی تائید یا تردید میں اینے خىلات پېش سيمخت-

(c) اردو زبان کی اصلاح کے سلسلے میں ناسخ کی خدمات کا جائزہ لیجئے۔

Section A

Q3.

(a) ان اہم مراکز کا تعارف کرائے جن میں دکنی زبان کو فروغ ہوا۔

(b) ’’ نصرتی کی شاعری دکنی ادب کا نقطۂ عروج ہے‘‘۔ وضاحت کیجئے۔

(c) ﷺ اور گولکنڈہ میں فروغ پانے والی دکنی زبان کے افتراقات کی نشاندہی ﷺ۔

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam for which this paper is conducted?

This paper is for the Civil Services (Main) Examination.

Which year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2023.

Who conducts the Civil Services Main Examination?

The Civil Services Main Examination is conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject of this paper is Urdu Literature, specifically Paper-I.

What is the paper code for Urdu Literature Paper-I?

The paper code is SKYC-U-URD.

How many questions are there in Urdu Literature Paper-I?

There are a total of eight questions divided into two sections.

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