Indian Forest Service 2021 General Knowledge Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2021
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Maximum Marks 300
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2021
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper General Knowledge
Subject General Knowledge
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 300
Question Type Mixed

This document contains the General Knowledge question paper for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination held in 2021 by UPSC. The paper is designed to test candidates' understanding of a broad range of topics, with a maximum of 300 marks and a time limit of three hours. It includes both descriptive and potentially objective-style questions, requiring detailed answers and analysis. Aspirants can use this paper to gauge their preparation level and familiarize themselves with the exam's scope and difficulty.

Major Topics Covered

  • Indian Culture
  • Indian History
  • Indian Administration
  • Freedom Struggle
  • Economics
  • Climate Change
  • Paris Agreement
  • Human Development
  • Poverty Index
  • RBI Schemes
  • Government Securities
  • Indian Constitution
  • Electoral Process
  • Soil Erosion
  • Overpopulation
  • Lightning Phenomena
  • Carbon Neutrality
  • Energy Transition

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 2020 General Knowledge Question Paper
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2022 General Knowledge Question Paper
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination General Studies Paper I Question Paper
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2021 General Knowledge Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Syllabus
  • General Knowledge Syllabus for UPSC Exams
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Pattern
  • UPSC Exam Pattern for Civil Services

Instructions

  • All the questions are to be attempted.
  • The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
  • Attempt of a part/question shall be counted in sequential order.
  • Unless struck off, attempt of a part/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.
  • Attempt an account of cultural influence of India in the Indo-China Q1.
  • (200 words) 15 (b) Shershah established a reputation for being a military genius as great as Babar and also for being an administrative genius as great as Akbar.
  • (200 words) 15 of the many administrations.
  • For King Ashoka, sacredness meant ruling through moral example.
  • (125 words) 10 Highlight the contribution of Dadabhai Naoroji to the early phase (d) (1885 -
  • of India's freedom struggle. (125 \text{ words}) 10

Questions (page 2)

Q2.

(a) What is twin balance sheet problem ? Explain how a State-sponsored bad bank will deal with this problem ? (200 words)

(b) "Glasgow Climate Change Conference (COP26), 2021 proposes accelerated action towards Paris Agreement." Explain elaborating actions suggested on temperature control and transfer of funds from developed to less developed (developing) countries. (200 words)

(c) "Human Poverty Index (HPI) is a better measure of human development than Human Development Index (HDI)." Explain.

(d) What is retail direct scheme of RBI for investment in Government securities ? What are the advantages of this scheme? (125 words)

Q3.

(a) 'Despite undergoing many amendments, the Constitution of India has remained intact and the basic premises have not changed.' Comment. (200 words)

(b) 'Indian Constitution is founded on a nice balance of power among the three wings of the State, namely the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary.' Explain. (200 words)

(c) 'Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles are complementary and supplementary to one another.' Comment. (125 words)

(d) While India's Constitutional framework has an elaborate set of mechanisms that govern and control the electoral process well, still there are some regulatory aspects that need improvement. Identify them and suggest electoral reforms. (125 words)

Q4.

(a) In India, an increasing rate of soil erosion is a cause of concern. Suggest some remedial measures to control it. (200 words)

(b) Overpopulation in India is considered a bane. Describe some relevant strategies to make it a boon. (200 words)

(c) The frequency and intensity of lightning in India is escalating. Discuss the causes and consequences of this phenomena. (125 words)

(d) Energy transition is considered the best measure to achieve the goal of carbon neutrality. Explain. (125 words)

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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 2021 examination.

Who conducts the Indian Forest Service Examination?

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

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject is General Knowledge.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 300.

What is the time allowed to complete the paper?

The time allowed is Three Hours.

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