How many questions are there in the paper?

There are eight questions divided into two sections.

How many questions must be attempted?

A candidate has to attempt five questions in all. Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory, and out of the remaining, three are to be attempted choosing at least one question from each section.

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject of this paper is Gujarati Literature.

Is this paper objective or descriptive?

Based on the instructions and question format, this paper appears to be mixed, with some questions requiring critical notes and others focusing on specific literary aspects, likely requiring descriptive answers.

Civil Services Main 2016 Gujarati Literature Paper-I Question Paper PDF

Central Government Jobs Administrative / Civil Services 2016

Year 2016
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 8
Maximum Marks 250
Duration Three Hours
Languages Gujarati

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	Civil Services (Main) Examination
Year	2016
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	Gujarati Paper-I (Literature)
Subject	Gujarati Literature
Duration	Three Hours
Maximum Marks	250
Number of Questions	8
Question Type	Mixed

This is the question paper for the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2016, specifically for Gujarati Paper-I (Literature). Conducted by UPSC, this paper tests candidates' knowledge of Gujarati Literature and is allocated a maximum of 250 marks with a time limit of three hours. The paper is divided into two sections, with compulsory questions and a requirement to attempt a minimum number from each section. Answers must be written in Gujarati script. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for success in the Civil Services examination, providing a clear understanding of the expected knowledge and question format. This previous year Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2016 question paper (2016) is useful for Administrative / Civil Services aspirants preparing for Central government recruitment. The paper was conducted by UPSC and reflects the official exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level seen in recent cycles. Use it for timed practice, topic-wise revision and understanding how questions are framed in the real examination. Download the free PDF on QuizCurrent to read instructions, attempt MCQs and compare your answers with the study notes provided on this page. Key syllabus areas include Gujarati Literature, Medieval Gujarati Literature, Modern Gujarati Literature, Gujarati Linguistics, Literary Criticism, Bhakti Poetry, Novel, Essay. Useful for Civil Services (Main) Examination preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.

Major Topics Covered

Gujarati Literature
Medieval Gujarati Literature
Modern Gujarati Literature
Gujarati Linguistics
Literary Criticism
Bhakti Poetry
Novel
Essay
Poetry
Folk Literature

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for 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

Civil Services Main 2016 General Studies Paper I
Civil Services Main 2016 Essay Paper
Civil Services Main 2016 Gujarati Literature Paper II
Civil Services Main 2016 Gujarati Literature Paper I Answer Key
Civil Services Mains Syllabus Gujarati Literature
UPSC Mains Optional Subjects Syllabus
Civil Services Mains Exam Pattern
UPSC Mains Optional Subject Rules

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, 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 GUJARATI (Gujarati Script).
Word limit in questions, if 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. ગુજરાતી (પેપર-1) (સાહિત્ય) સમયમર્યાદા : ત્રણ ક્લાક મહત્તમ ગુણ: 250 પ્રશ્નપત્ર સંબંધી સૂચનાઓ પ્રશ્નોના ઉત્તર આપતા પહેલાં નીચે મુજબની બધી સૂચનાઓ વાંચો અહીં બે વિભાગમાં આઠ પ્રશ્નો વહેંચવામાં આવ્યા છે. ઉમેદવારે બધામાંથી પાંચ પ્રશ્નોના ઉત્તર આપવાના રહેશે. પ્રશ્ન ક્રમાંક 1 અને 5 ફરજિયાત છે અને દરેક વિભાગમાંથી એક પસંદ કરી અન્ય ત્રણ ઉત્તર આપવાના રહેશે. પ્રશ્નની સાથે એના ગુણ દર્શાવવામાં આવ્યા છે. ઉત્તર ગુજરાતીમાં (ગુજરાતી લિપિમાં) લખવાના રહેશે. જે પ્રશ્નોમાં શબ્દસંખ્યા દર્શાવવામાં આવી છે ત્યાં શબ્દસંખ્યાની મર્યાદામાં ઉત્તર આપવાના રહેશે. પ્રશ્નોના જવાબ અનુક્રમમાં ગણવામાં આવશે. જો છેકવામાં નહીં આવે તો અપૂર્ણ જવાબ પણ ગણવામાં આવશે. પ્રશ્નપત્ર અને ઉત્તરવહીનું કોઈપણ કોરું પાનું અથવા તેનો કોરો ભાગ અચૂક છેકી નાખવો.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. ગુજરાતી વાક્યતંત્રની લાક્ષણિકતાઓ.

(a) ગુજરાતી વાક્યતંત્રની લાક્ષણિકતાઓ.
(b) મધ્યકાલીન ગુજરાતી સાહિત્યમાં પ્રેમલક્ષણા ભક્તિની કવિતાના મહત્વનાં ત્રણ કવિઓ.
(c) ગુજરાતીની સૌરાષ્ટ્રી અને ચરોત્તરી બોલીની લાક્ષણિકતાઓ.
(d) પંડિતયુગની વિવેચનાની મહત્વની ચાર સ્થાપનાઓ અને તેના સ્થાપક વિવેચકો.
(e) રામનારાયણ પાઠકનું નિબંધસાહિત્યમાં પ્રદાન

Q2. , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , પ્રાગ્ નરસિંહયુગનું સાહિત્ય 20

Q4. નિરંજન ભગતની કવિતામાં આધુનિકતા 20 (b) એબ્સર્ડ નાટકના પ્રયોગો 10 (c) SECTION-B SEARCH ENGIN લગભગ 150 શબ્દોમાં સમીક્ષાત્મક નોંધ લખો: 10× 5 = 50

(a) નિરંજન ભગતની કવિતામાં આધુનિકતા 20
(b) એબ્સર્ડ નાટકના પ્રયોગો 10

Q5. ભાલણનાં આખ્યાનો...

(a) ભાલણનાં આખ્યાનો...
(b) નરસિંહના જ્ઞાનભક્તિનાં પદો
(c) નિબંધ સ્વરૂપના લક્ષણો
(d) ગુજરાતી આધુનિક વિવેચનનો ઇતિહાસ - મહત્વનાં પાંચ વિવેચકોને સંદર્ભે
(e) લોક કથા સાહિત્યનું સ્વરૂપ

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What is the name of the examination?

The examination is the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2016.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This question paper is for Gujarati Paper-I (Literature).

Who conducts the Civil Services Examination?

The Civil Services Examination is conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for Gujarati Paper-I (Literature) is 250.

What is the time allowed to complete this paper?

The time allowed to complete this paper is Three Hours.

In which language should the answers be written?

Answers must be written in Gujarati (Gujarati Script).

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