CS (Main) Exam 2020 Kannada Literature Paper I Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2020
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages Kannada & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination CS (Main) Exam
Year 2020
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Kannada Literature Paper I
Subject Kannada Literature
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the question paper for the CS (Main) Exam 2020, specifically for Kannada Literature Paper I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge of Kannada literature. It allows a time duration of Three Hours and carries a maximum of 250 marks. 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, and at least one from each section. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to qualify for the Civil Services.

Major Topics Covered

  • Kannada Literature
  • Pampa Bharata
  • Akkamahadevi
  • Basavanna
  • Bandaya Sahitya
  • Kannada Bhasha
  • Pampa
  • Janna
  • Harishara
  • Kannada Upabhasha
  • Ranna
  • Kumaravyasa
  • Navodaya Sahitya

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for CS (Main) Exam 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, 2020 Kannada Literature Paper II
  • CS (Main) Exam, 2020 General Studies Paper I
  • CS (Main) Exam, 2020 Optional Subject Papers
  • CS (Main) Exam 2020 Kannada Literature Paper I Answer Key
  • CS (Main) Exam Kannada Literature Syllabus
  • UPSC Mains Optional Subject 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.
  • Questions no. 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 KANNADA (Kannada 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.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. 150 ಪದಗಳಿಗೆ ಮೀರದಂತೆ ಇರಬೇಕು. ಪ್ರತಿ ಉಪಪ್ರಶ್ನೆಗೆ 10 ಅಂಕಗಳು. 10 × 5 = 50 ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು (a) 10\, ಪಂಪ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಕೃಷ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಣ (b) 10 ಮಧ್ಯಕಾಲೀನ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿ (c) 10 ಬಸವಣ್ಣನವರ ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ (d) 10 ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ತಾತ್ತ್ವಿಕ ನೆಲೆಗಳು (e) 10 ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಧ್ವನಿಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕವಾಗಿ ಗುರುತಿಸಿ. (a) 15 ಪಂಪ ಮಹಾಕವಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿಸಿರುವ ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ವಿವೇಚಿಸಿ. (b) 15\, ಜನ್ನಕವಿಯ ‘ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆ’ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ‘ರತಿ–ವಿರತಿ’ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು (c) ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ. 10 ಹರಿಹರ ಕವಿಯ ಸ್ತ್ರೀ ಪಾತ್ರಗಳ ವೈವಿಧ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ. (d) 10 ಕನ್ನಡದ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ. (a) 15\, ರನ್ನಕವಿಯು ಸಿಂಹಾವಲೋಕನ ಕಥಾತಂತ್ರವನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಬಳಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ ? ವಿವರಿಸಿ. (b) 15 ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಕ್ತಿಕವಿ’ ಎಂಬ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ. (c) 10 ನವೋದಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ನಿಸರ್ಗ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯನ್ನು ಕುರಿತಂತೆ ಬರೆಯಿರಿ. (d) 10 URC-U-KND\overline{2}

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the CS (Main) Exam, 2020.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This is for Kannada Literature Paper I.

Who conducts the CS (Main) Exam?

The exam is conducted by UPSC.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 250.

What is the time allowed to complete this paper?

The time allowed is Three Hours.

How many questions are there in total?

There are eight questions in total.

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