Indian Forest Service 2019 Agricultural Engineering Paper-I PDF

Central Government Jobs Engineer 2019

  • Year 2019
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2019
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Agricultural Engineering Paper-I
Subject Agricultural Engineering
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 200
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the question paper for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019, specifically for Agricultural Engineering Paper-I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 200 marks and is allocated a time duration of three hours. It comprises eight questions, of which candidates must attempt five, with compulsory questions 1 and 5. The paper is divided into two sections, A and B, requiring candidates to select at least one question from each. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for a career in forest services, offering a detailed assessment of their knowledge in agricultural engineering principles and applications.

Major Topics Covered

  • Soil Conservation
  • Soil Erosion Control
  • Remote Sensing in Water Resources
  • Retention Walls and Dams
  • Waterway Design
  • Universal Soil Loss Equation
  • Gully Formation Control
  • Digital Image Interpretation
  • Contour Bund Design
  • Shelter Belt Design
  • Soil Loss Measurement
  • Spillways
  • Farm Pond Excavation

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 2018 Agricultural Engineering Paper-I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2020 Agricultural Engineering Paper-I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019 Agricultural Engineering Paper-II
  • Indian Forest Service 2019 Agricultural Engineering Paper-I Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service Syllabus
  • Agricultural Engineering Syllabus for UPSC Exams
  • Indian Forest Service Exam Pattern
  • UPSC Main Exam Pattern

Instructions

  • There are EIGHT questions in all, out of which FIVE are to be attempted.
  • Out of the remaining SIX questions, THREE are to be attempted selecting at least ONE question from each of the two Sections A and B.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
  • Unless otherwise mentioned, symbols and notations have their usual standard meanings.
  • Assume suitable data, if necessary and indicate the same clearly.
  • Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.
  • 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.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1. Answer the following :

(a) Name different soil conservation regions of India with salient soil conservation problems in these regions.

(b) Explain different types of engineering measures of soil erosion control. Mention the design criteria of contour bund.

(c) Explain briefly the application of remote sensing in water resources studies.

(d) Explain the stability analysis of retention walls and dams.

(e) Design a parabolic shaped waterway to carry a flow of 3 \text m3 /sec down a slope of 4 percent. An excellent stand of dub grass is to be maintained in the waterway. Assume the necessary data required for calculation and draw a parabolic cross-section. The maximum flow velocity allowed is 2.5 m/sec.

Q2.

(a) What is universal soil loss equation? Explain in detail various parameters involved in the computation of soil loss using this equation.

(b) Explain the measures for controlling gully formation.

(c) Explain the types of computer-assisted operations in digital image interpretation and analysis.

(d) Calculate the height of contour bund to be constructed on a land slope of 5 percent. Assume the following :
(i) Rainfall excess for 24 hours duration is 80 cm
(ii) 15 m is horizontal interval
(iii) Depth of water flow over the weir is 30 cm

Q3.

(a) Write about design factors and layout to install shelter belt against wind erosion.

(b) Explain different methods for measurement of soil losses from agricultural watersheds (use diagrams wherever required).

(c) Explain different types of spillways used in gully control. Compare the structural and design features of these spillways.

(d) Calculate the volume of excavation required to construct a dugout farm pond, if-
(i) average depth of the pond is 5.0 m;
(ii) bottom width is 15.0 m;
(iii) side slope to be used is 2:1;
(iv) bottom length is 25.0 m.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.

What is the year of this question paper?

This question paper is from the year 2019.

Who conducts the Indian Forest Service Examination?

The Indian Forest Service Examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the subject of this paper?

This paper is Agricultural Engineering Paper-I.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for Agricultural Engineering Paper-I is 200.

What is the time allowed to complete this paper?

The time allowed to complete this paper is Three Hours.

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