UPSC Civil Services Main 2021 ODIA Compulsory Question Paper PDF
- Year 2021
- Conducted By UPSC
- Maximum Marks 300
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Odia & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | UPSC Civil Services Main Examination |
| Year | 2021 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | ODIA (Compulsory) |
| Subject | ODIA (Compulsory) |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 300 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the ODIA (Compulsory) paper for the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2021. Conducted by the UPSC, this paper is designed to test candidates' proficiency in the Odia language. It allows three hours to complete and has a maximum of 300 marks. The paper includes essay writing and comprehension sections, requiring answers in Odia script. Aspirants can use this official question paper to understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, aiding their preparation for the Civil Services Mains.
Major Topics Covered
- Odia Language
- Essay Writing
- Comprehension
- Ancient Indian Polity
- Kautilya's Arthashastra
- Social Contract Theory
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for UPSC Civil Services 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
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2021 English (Compulsory) Question Paper
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2021 General Studies Paper I Question Paper
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2021 Optional Subject Paper I Question Paper
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2021 ODIA (Compulsory) Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination Syllabus
- UPSC Optional Subject Syllabus
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination Pattern
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination
Instructions
- The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
- Answers must be written in ODIA (Odia script) unless otherwise directed in the question.
- Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to and if answered in much longer or shorter than the prescribed length, marks may be deducted.
- Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination.
What is the year of this question paper?
This question paper is from the year 2021.
Who conducts the Civil Services Main Examination?
The examination is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
What is the paper name for this specific question paper?
The paper name is ODIA (Compulsory).
What is the subject of this paper?
The subject is ODIA (Compulsory).
What is the time allowed for this paper?
The time allowed is Three Hours.