| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | CS (Main) Exam |
| Year | 2020 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | General Studies Paper - I |
| Subject | General Studies |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 20 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This is the General Studies Paper I for the UPSC CS (Main) Examination held in 2020. The paper consists of 20 descriptive questions, divided into two sections, with specific word limits for answers (150 words for questions 1-10 and 250 words for questions 11-20). The total marks for the paper are 250, and candidates are allowed three hours to complete it. This paper is crucial for assessing a candidate's understanding of various subjects relevant to the Civil Services. Aspirants can use this question paper to gauge their preparation level and familiarize themselves with the exam's demands.
(a)
शैलकृत स्थापत्य प्रारंभिक भारतीय कला एवं इतिहास के ज्ञान के अति महत्त्वपूर्ण स्रोतों में से एक का प्रतिनिधित्व करता है । विवेचना कीजिए । (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
The rock-cut architecture represents one of the most important sources of our knowledge of early Indian art and history. Discuss. (Answer in 150 words)
(a)
भारत में बौद्ध धर्म के इतिहास में पाल काल अति महत्त्वपूर्ण चरण है। विश्लेषण कीजिए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate. (Answer in 150 words)
(a)
लॉर्ड कर्जन की नीतियों एवं राष्ट्रीय आंदोलन पर उनके दूरगामी प्रभावों का मूल्यांकन कीजिए । (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Evaluate the policies of Lord Curzon and their long term implications on the national movement. (Answer in 150 words)
(a)
परि-प्रशान्त क्षेत्र के भू-भौतिकीय अभिलक्षणों का विवेचन कीजिए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Discuss the geophysical characteristics of Circum-Pacific Zone. (Answer in 150 words)
(a)
मरुस्थलीकरण के प्रक्रम की जलवायविक सीमाएँ नहीं होती हैं । उदाहरणों सहित औचित्य सिद्ध कीजिए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
The process of desertification does not have climatic boundaries. Justify with examples. (Answer in 150 words)
(a)
हिमालय के हिमनदों के पिघलने का भारत के जल-संसाधनों पर किस प्रकार दूरगामी प्रभाव होगा ? (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
How will the melting of Himalayan glaciers have a far-reaching impact on the water resources of India? (Answer in 150 words)
(a)
वर्तमान में लौह एवं इस्पात उद्योगों की कच्चे माल के स्रोत से दूर स्थिति का उदाहरणों सहित कारण बताइए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Account for the present location of iron and steel industries away from the source of raw material, by giving examples. (Answer in 150 words)
(a)
बहु-सांस्कृतिक भारतीय समाज को समझने में क्या जाति की प्रासंगिकता समाप्त हो गई है ? उदाहरणों सहित विस्तृत उत्तर दीजिए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Has caste lost its relevance in understanding the multi-cultural Indian Society ? Elaborate your answer with illustrations. (Answer in 150 words)
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This paper is from the CS (Main) Examination.
This question paper is from the year 2020.
The CS (Main) Examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).
The subject of this paper is General Studies - I.
The maximum marks for the General Studies Paper I are 250.
The time allowed for the General Studies Paper I is Three Hours.