CS (Main) Exam 2021 Philosophy Paper II Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2021
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English & Hindi

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination CS (Main) Exam
Year 2021
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Philosophy Paper II
Subject Philosophy
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the Philosophy Paper II for the CS (Main) Examination conducted by UPSC in 2021. The paper is divided into two sections and consists of eight questions, with candidates required to answer five. Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory, and at least one question must be attempted from each section. The paper allows for answers in both Hindi and English, with a time limit of three hours and a maximum of 250 marks. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to score well in the Civil Services Main examination, testing their understanding of complex philosophical concepts and theories.

Major Topics Covered

  • Distributive theory of justice
  • Rousseau
  • Natural and artificial inequality
  • Austin's theory of sovereignty
  • Democracy
  • Monarchy
  • Individual freedom
  • Land and property rights
  • Women empowerment
  • Amartya Sen's concept of justice
  • Rawls' theory of justice
  • Reformative theory of punishment
  • Human dignity
  • Humanism
  • Religion
  • Indian society

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for CS (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

  • CS (Main) Exam, 2021 - Philosophy Paper I
  • CS (Main) Exam, 2021 - General Studies Paper I
  • CS (Main) Exam, 2021 - General Studies Paper II
  • CS (Main) Exam, 2021 - Philosophy Paper II Answer Key
  • CS (Main) Exam Syllabus
  • Philosophy Optional Syllabus
  • CS (Main) Exam Pattern
  • Civil Services Exam Structure

Instructions

  • पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर निर्दिष्ट स्थान पर किया जाना चाहिए ।
  • प्राधिकृत माध्यम के अतिरिक्त अन्य किसी माध्यम में लिखे गए उत्तर पर कोई अंक नहीं मिलेंगे ।
  • प्रश्नों में शब्द सीमा, जहाँ विनिर्दिष्ट है, का अनुसरण किया जाना चाहिए ।
  • प्रश्नों के उत्तरों की गणना क्रमानुसार की जाएगी ।
  • यदि काटा नहीं हो, तो प्रश्न के उत्तर की गणना की जाएगी चाहे वह उत्तर अंशतः दिया गया हो ।
  • प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर (क्यू.सी.ए.) पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़ा हुआ पृष्ठ या उसके अंश को स्पष्ट रूप से काटा जाना चाहिए ।

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
  • 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 the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided.
  • No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.
  • 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 (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1. Answer the following questions in about 150 words each :
निम्नलिखित में से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर लगभग 150 शब्दों में दीजिए :

(a) आर. नोज़िक द्वारा प्रतिपादित न्याय के वितरणात्मक सिद्धान्त की आलोचनात्मक विवेचना कीजिए ।

Discuss critically the distributive theory of justice as propounded by R. Nozick.

(b) रूसो किस प्रकार प्राकृतिक एवं कृत्रिम असमानता में भेद करते हैं ? व्याख्या कीजिए ।

How does Rousseau distinguish between natural and artificial inequality? Explain.

(c) क्या ऑस्टिन का संप्रभुता का सिद्धान्त प्रजातंत्र के साथ संगत है ? विवेचना कीजिए ।

Is Austin's theory of sovereignty compatible with democracy? Discuss.

(d) क्या राजतंत्र, शासन की एक व्यवस्था के रूप में वैयक्तिक स्वतंत्रता के लिए स्थान प्रदान करता है ? व्याख्या कीजिए ।

Does monarchy as a form of government leave room for individual freedom? Explain.

(e) भूमि एवं सम्पत्ति के अधिकार किस प्रकार महिला सशक्तिकरण में प्रभावी हो सकते हैं ? व्याख्या कीजिए ।

How far can land and property rights be effective in empowerment of women? Explain.

Section A

Q2.

(a) क्या अमर्त्य सेन की न्याय की अवधारणा रॉल्स के न्याय के सिद्धान्त का एक परिष्कृत रूप है ? विवेचना कीजिए ।

Discuss whether Amartya Sen's idea of justice is an improvement upon Rawl's theory of justice.

(b) दण्ड के सुधारात्मक सिद्धान्त की व्याख्या कीजिए और विवेचना कीजिए कि क्या यह मानवीय गरिमा के साथ सुसंगत है।

Explain the reformative theory of punishment and discuss whether this is in tune with human dignity.

(c) क्या मानववाद धर्म का स्थानापन्न हो सकता है ? वर्तमान भारतीय समाज के प्रसंग में इसकी व्याख्या एवं मूल्यांकन कीजिए।

Can humanism be a substitute for religion? Explain and evaluate in the context of the present Indian society.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the CS (Main) Exam, 2021.

Which paper is this?

This is Philosophy Paper II.

Who conducts the CS (Main) Exam?

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

What is the maximum marks for Philosophy Paper II?

The maximum marks for Philosophy Paper II is 250.

What is the time allowed for this paper?

The time allowed for Philosophy Paper II is Three Hours.

How many questions are there in Philosophy Paper II?

There are eight questions divided into two sections.

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