Indian Forest Service 2018 Agricultural Engineering Paper II PDF

Central Government Jobs Engineer 2018

  • Year 2018
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2018
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Agricultural Engineering Paper - II
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 2018, specifically for Agricultural Engineering Paper II. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 200 marks and candidates are allowed three hours to complete it. It consists of eight questions, of which five are to be attempted, with questions 1 and 5 being compulsory. Aspirants must select at least one question from each of the two sections (A and B) from the remaining six questions. This paper is crucial for candidates aiming for a career in forest services, testing their knowledge in advanced agricultural engineering concepts.

Major Topics Covered

  • Tillage
  • Primary Tillage
  • Secondary Tillage
  • Tractor Implements
  • 4-stroke cycle diesel engine
  • Ergonomics
  • Anthropometry
  • Tractor Design
  • Traction
  • Sandy Soil
  • Clay Soil
  • Gasifier
  • Furrow opener
  • Seed drill
  • Mower
  • Reciprocating mower
  • Volumetric efficiency
  • Octane number
  • IHP
  • Detonation
  • Ignition delay
  • Theoretical field capacity
  • Scouring
  • MB plough
  • Disc angle
  • Solar constant

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 2017 Agricultural Engineering Paper II
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019 Agricultural Engineering Paper II
  • Agricultural Engineering Paper I - IFS Main Examination
  • Indian Forest Service 2018 Agricultural Engineering Paper II Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service Agricultural Engineering Syllabus
  • UPSC Main Exam Syllabus
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
  • 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.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1.

(a) Define tillage. What do you understand by primary tillage and secondary tillage ? Classify implements on the basis of how they are attached to the tractor.

(b) Explain the working of 4-stroke cycle diesel engine with the help of labelled sketch.

(c) Define Ergonomics and Anthropometry. Describe in brief about the human factors considered in design of modern tractors.

(d) What is traction? Explain with proper equations/expressions how the traction can be improved under (i) sandy soil, and (ii) clayey soil conditions.

(e) Explain the working principle of a downdraft type gasifier with a suitable diagram.

Section A

Q2.

(a) What is the function of furrow opener in a seed drill ? Write down the different types of furrow openers, their construction and the soil conditions in which they are suitable.

(b) What is the function of a mower? Write down the different parts of a conventional reciprocating mower. What do you understand by Alignment and Registration of mower?

(c) Define the following :
(i) Volumetric efficiency
(ii) Octane number
(iii) IHP
(iv) Detonation
(v) Ignition delay
(vi) Theoretical field capacity
(vii) Scouring
(viii) Centre of resistance of MB plough
(ix) Disc angle
(x) Solar constant

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the examination?

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

What is the year of this question paper?

This question paper is from the year 2018.

Which paper is this?

This is Agricultural Engineering Paper - II.

Who conducts the Indian Forest Service Examination?

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

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 200.

What is the time allowed to complete this paper?

The time allowed to complete this paper is Three Hours.

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