CS (Main) Exam 2021 Punjabi Paper II Question Paper PDF
- Year 2021
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Punjabi & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | CS (Main) Exam, 2021 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Punjabi Paper II (Literature) |
| Subject | Punjabi Literature |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This is the official question paper for the CS (Main) Exam, 2021, specifically for Punjabi Paper II (Literature). Conducted by UPSC, this paper is designed to assess candidates' understanding of Punjabi literature. It allows a maximum of 250 marks and a duration of three hours. The paper consists of eight questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to answer five questions in total, including compulsory questions 1 and 5. This paper is crucial for aspirants preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination, offering a direct look at the types of descriptive questions asked.
Major Topics Covered
- Punjabi Literature
- Literary Criticism
- Poetry Analysis
- Sufi Poetry
- Folk Poetry
- Classical Punjabi Poetry
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for CS (Main) Exam, 2021 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 Punjabi Paper I
- CS (Main) Exam, 2021 General Studies Paper I
- CS (Main) Exam, 2021 Optional Subject Papers
- CS (Main) Exam, 2021 Punjabi Paper II Answer Key
- CS (Main) Exam Syllabus
- UPSC Punjabi Literature Syllabus
- CS (Main) Exam Pattern
- UPSC Mains 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, 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 PUNJABI (Gurumukhi 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.
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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 question paper for?
This question paper is for Punjabi Paper II (Literature).
What is the conducting body?
The conducting body is UPSC.
What is the maximum marks for this paper?
The maximum marks for this paper are 250.
What is the time allowed to complete the paper?
The time allowed is Three Hours.
How many questions are there in total?
There are a total of eight questions.