What type of questions are asked in this paper?

This paper consists of objective-type questions, with four alternatives for each question.

Is there any penalty for wrong answers?

Yes, there will be a penalty for wrong answers. One-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for each wrong answer.

What happens if more than one answer is marked for a question?

If more than one answer is marked, it will be treated as a wrong answer, and the same penalty will apply.

Is there any penalty for leaving a question blank?

No, there is no penalty for leaving a question blank.

What is the test booklet series code mentioned?

The test booklet series code mentioned is A, B, C or D.

What is the purpose of the General Studies and Engineering Aptitude paper?

This paper assesses candidates' knowledge in general studies and their aptitude for engineering, which is crucial for engineering services.

UPSC Engineering Services 2017 General Studies & Engg Aptitude Question Paper PDF

Name: UPSC Engineering Services 2017 General Studies & Engg Aptitude Question Paper PDF
Creator: UPSC
Keywords: UPSC Engineering Services 2017, ESE 2017 Question Paper, General Studies and Engineering Aptitude, Engineering Services Preliminary Exam, UPSC ESE GS & EA Paper, 2017 ESE Prelims, UPSC Previous Year Paper, Engineering Aptitude Questions, General Studies Questions, Objective Type Questions, ESE Exam Pattern, UPSC Exam Syllabus, ESE 2017 PDF, Engineering Services Exam, UPSC Recruitment

Central Government Jobs Engineer 2017

Year 2017
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 100
Maximum Marks 200
Duration Two Hours
Languages English

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination
Year	2017
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	General Studies and Engineering Aptitude
Subject	General Studies and Engineering Aptitude
Duration	Two Hours
Maximum Marks	200
Number of Questions	100
Question Type	Objective (MCQ)

This is the question paper for the UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2017, specifically for the General Studies and Engineering Aptitude paper. The exam, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), tests candidates' knowledge in general studies and engineering aptitude. This paper consists of objective-type questions, allowing candidates to assess their preparation level and understand the exam pattern. It is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the Engineering Services Examination, providing valuable insights into the types of questions asked and the difficulty level. The exam is designed to select candidates for various engineering disciplines in government services.

Major Topics Covered

Depreciation Methods
GST
Repo Rate
Digital India Vision

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for ENGINEERING SERVICES (PRELIMINARY) EXAMI 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

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UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2018 General Studies and Engineering Aptitude Question Paper
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2017 Engineering Subject Paper
UPSC Engineering Services 2017 General Studies and Engineering Aptitude Answer Key
UPSC Engineering Services Syllabus
ESE General Studies Syllabus
ESE Engineering Aptitude Syllabus
UPSC Engineering Services Exam Pattern

Instructions

CHECK THAT THIS TEST BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TORN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC.
IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS THE CANDIDATE'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENCODE AND FILL
IN THE ROLL NUMBER AND TEST BOOKLET SERIES CODE A, B, C OR D CAREFULLY AND WITHOUT ANY OMISSION OR DISCREPANCY AT THE APPROPRIATE PLACES IN THE OMR ANSWER SHEET.
ANY OMISSION/DISCREPANCY WILL RENDER THE ANSWER SHEET LIABLE FOR REJECTION.
You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test
DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
This Test Booklet contains 100 items (questions).
Each item comprises four responses (answers).
You will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet.
In case, you feel that there is more than one correct response, mark the response which you consider the best.
In any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item.
You have to mark your responses ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.
Before you proceed to mark in the Answer Sheet the response to various items in the Test Booklet,
you have to fill in some particulars in the Answer Sheet as per instructions sent to you with your Admission Certificate.
After you have completed filling in all your responses on the Answer Sheet and the examination has
concluded, you should hand over to the Invigilator only the Answer Sheet.
You are permitted to take away with you the Test Booklet.
Sheets for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end.
THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE.
There are four alternatives for the answer to every question.
For each question for which \left(1\right) a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as wrong answer even if one (i) of the given answers happens to be correct and there will be same penalty as above to that question.
If a question is left blank i.e. no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty (iii) for that question.
DO NOT OPEN THIS TEST BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE ASKED TO DO SO

Questions (page 2)

Q1. Which of the following methods are considered as most favourable to production organizations liable for Taxation?

(1) Straight line method of depreciation
(2) Declining balance method of depreciation
(3) Sum of the years digits method of depreciation
(4) Sinking fund method of depreciation
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 3 and 4
(d) 4 and 1

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding Repo rate:

(1) It is the rate at which RBI lends money to Commercial Banks generally against Government Securities
(2) It is the rate at which RBI borrows money from Commercial Banks generally against Government Securities
(3) It is the rate at which Commercial Banks keep Deposits with RBI
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding GST:

(1) The GST Bill 2014 has the purpose to improve the Value Added Tax on Goods and Services
(2) It can be imposed differently in different States
(3) It is a Comprehensive Tax imposed nationwide irrespective of any State concerned
(4) It is a significant step in the reform of Indirect Taxation in India
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1, 2 and 4
(c) 2, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 3 and 4

Q4. Vision of Digital India launched by the Government of India is centred on

(1) Digital infrastructure as a utility only to senior citizens
(2) Governance and Services on demand
(3) Digital Empowerment of every citizen
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the examination?

The examination is the Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2017.

Which paper is this question booklet for?

This question booklet is for the General Studies and Engineering Aptitude paper.

Who conducts the Engineering Services Examination?

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

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 200.

What is the time duration allowed for this paper?

The time allowed for this paper is Two Hours.

How many questions are there in this paper?

There are 100 items (questions) in this paper.

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