What is the question paper code?

The question paper code is URC-B-TML.

What type of questions are asked in this paper?

This paper consists of descriptive questions.

In which language should the answers be written?

Answers must be written in Tamil.

How many questions are there in total?

There are a total of eight questions.

How many questions need to be attempted?

Candidates have to attempt five questions in all.

Are there any compulsory questions?

Yes, questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory.

CS Main Exam 2020 Tamil Literature Paper II Question Paper PDF

Name: CS Main Exam 2020 Tamil Literature Paper II Question Paper PDF
Creator: UPSC
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Year 2020
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 8
Maximum Marks 250
Duration Three Hours
Languages Tamil & English

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	CS (Main) Exam
Year	2020
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	Tamil Literature Paper II
Subject	Tamil Literature
Duration	Three Hours
Maximum Marks	250
Number of Questions	8
Question Type	Descriptive / Subjective

This is the official question paper for the CS (Main) Exam 2020, specifically for Paper II in Tamil Literature, conducted by UPSC. The exam allows three hours to complete and has a maximum of 250 marks. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to qualify for the Civil Services examination, providing insights into the types of descriptive questions asked and the expected depth of knowledge in Tamil Literature. Practicing with this paper helps candidates understand the exam pattern, marking scheme, and time management strategies required for success.

Major Topics Covered

Tamil Literature
Kurunthokai
Kanchi
Kumbhakarna
Kingirars
Neethal Vennappam
Manickavasagar
Theivap Pulavar
Madhavi
Kovalan
Mudangal
Thiruppavai
Pari Magalir
Vichikko
Kabilan

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 Tamil Literature Paper I
CS (Main) Exam 2019 Tamil Literature Paper II
CS (Main) Exam 2020 General Studies Paper I
CS (Main) Exam 2020 Tamil Literature Paper II Answer Key
CS (Main) Exam Tamil Literature Syllabus
UPSC Civil Services Exam Syllabus
CS (Main) Exam Pattern
UPSC Civil Services 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.
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. கீழ்க்காணும் வினாக்கள் ஒவ்வொன்றிற்கும் 150 சொற்களுக்கு மிகாமல் விடை தருக : 10 × 5 = 50 குறிஞ்சித் திணையின் நில அடையாளம் யாது ? இரண்டு (a) வழி குறுந்தொகைப் பாடல்கள் அவ்வடையாளம் வெளிப்படுவதைக் காட்டுக. 10 காஞ்சி என்றால் பொருண்மொழிக் (b) நும் என்ன $\ddot{?}$ பாடப்பகுதி கொண்டு விளக்குக. 10 கும்பகருணனை எழுப்பச் சென்ற கிங்கிரர் வெகுளியால் (c) கூறுவனவற்றை எடுத்துரைக்க. 10 நீத்தல் விண்ணப்பம் வேண்டி மாணிக்கவாசகர் முன் (d) வைக்கும் வேண்டுதலை இரண்டு பாடல்கள் வழி விளக்குக. 10 தெய்வப் புலவர் அறிவுடைமையின் (e) கடை தனித்தன்மைளை விளக்குக. 10 மாதவி கோவலனுக்கு எழுதிய முடங்கலின் சிறப்பினை (a) எடுத்துரைக்க. 20 திருப்பாவையில் பொதிந்து கிடக்கும் தமிழ் அழகியல் (b) கூறுகளை வெளிப்படுத்துக. 15 பாரி மகளிரை விச்சிக்கோனுழைக் கொண்டு சென்ற (c) கபிலர் கூற்றை விவரிக்க. 15 URC-B-TML 2

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the CS (Main) Exam.

Which year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2020.

Who conducts the CS (Main) Exam?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the CS (Main) Exam.

What is the subject of this paper?

This paper is for Tamil Literature, specifically Paper II.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 250.

What is the time allowed for this paper?

The time allowed for this paper is three hours.

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