Indian Forest Service 2022 Forestry Paper-I Question Paper PDF
- Year 2022
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2022 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Forestry Paper-I |
| Subject | Forestry |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the question paper for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2022, specifically for Forestry Paper-I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 200 marks and allows three hours for completion. It is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the main stage of the IFS exam, offering insights into the types of questions asked, marking scheme, and the depth of knowledge required in forestry.
Major Topics Covered
- Silviculture
- Forestry
- Mangrove Forests
- Forest Regeneration
- Nursery Seedlings
- Bamboo Flowering
- Coppice Systems
- Cold Desert Afforestation
- Selection Felling
- Regeneration Felling
- Enrichment Planting
- Clonal Nursery
- Casuarina Equisetifolia
- Precision Silviculture
- Dalbergia Sissoo
- Eucalyptus Tereticornis
- Coastal Rehabilitation
- Site Factors
- Thinning
- Forest Stand Management
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 2022 Forestry Paper-II
- Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2021 Forestry Paper-I
- UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022 General Studies Paper I
- Indian Forest Service 2022 Forestry Paper-I Answer Key
- UPSC IFS Main 2022 Forestry Solutions
- Indian Forest Service Main Exam Syllabus
- UPSC Forestry Syllabus
- IFS Mains 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 ONE question from each of the two Sections A and B.
- The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
- Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.
- 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.
- Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
Questions (page 2)
Q2. (a) Explain in detail the coppice with two rotations and pollard system. 15 Describe the characteristics of cold desert. How does choice of species play (b) an important role in cold desert afforestation programme?
Q3. \quad (a) nursery technique for Casuarina equisetifolia. 15 What is precision silviculture?
Q4. (a) in forestry. 15 Differentiate between thinning cycle and thinning intensity. Why is thinning (b) essential for the management of forest stand?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.
What year is this question paper from?
This question paper is from the 2022 examination.
Which paper is this?
This is Forestry Paper-I.
Who conducts the Indian Forest Service exam?
The Indian Forest Service exam is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).
What is the maximum marks for Forestry Paper-I?
The maximum marks for Forestry Paper-I is 200.
What is the time duration allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for Forestry Paper-I is Three Hours.