Indian Forest Service 2019 Forestry Paper I Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2019
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year 2019
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper FORESTRY Paper - I
Subject Forestry
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 2019, specifically for Forestry Paper I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 200 marks and is allocated a time of three hours. It comprises eight questions, of which candidates must attempt five, including compulsory questions 1 and 5. The paper is designed to assess in-depth knowledge of forestry concepts, including silviculture, forest management, and regeneration techniques. Aspirants preparing for the IFS Main exam will find this paper invaluable for understanding the exam pattern, difficulty level, and key topics.

Major Topics Covered

  • Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests
  • Northern Tropical Wet-Evergreen Forests
  • Dalbergia sissoo
  • Nursery Techniques
  • Natural Regeneration
  • Artificial Regeneration
  • Grafting
  • Cleft Grafting
  • Indian Irregular Shelterwood System
  • Uniform System
  • Cold Deserts of Himalayas
  • Albizia lebbeck
  • Felling height
  • Felling intensity
  • Bamboo species
  • Alternative-Strip System
  • Clear-Strip System
  • Clear Felling System
  • Mangrove forests
  • Rehabilitation of mangroves
  • Altitudinal zonation of forest vegetation
  • Thinning
  • Teak plantations
  • Adina cordifolia
  • Cedrus deodara
  • Santalum album

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 2018 Forestry Paper I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2020 Forestry Paper I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019 General Studies Paper I
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019 Forestry Paper I Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Syllabus
  • Forestry Syllabus for IFS Mains
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Pattern
  • IFS Mains Exam Structure

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.
  • Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.
  • Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.

Questions (page 2)

Section A

Q1.

(a) Write scientific names of four major tree species in each of Southern Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests and Northern Tropical Wet-Evergreen Forests.

(b) Write a brief account of the phenology, silvicultural characters and methods of regeneration for Dalbergia sissoo.

(c) Explain the modern nursery techniques for production of quality planting stock.

(d) Discuss the factors which influence the choice between natural and artificial regeneration.

(e) What are the different types of grafting ? Explain 'Cleft Grafting' with neat sketches.

Section A

Q2.

(a) Write the special characteristics of Indian Irregular Shelterwood System and differentiate it from Uniform System.

(b) What are the characteristic features of cold deserts of the Himalayas ? Write the scientific names of any five tree species of cold deserts.

(c) Discuss in detail, the silviculture of *Albizia lebbeck*.

Section A

Q3.

(a) "Felling height and felling intensity play a major role in the sustainability of clumps of bamboo species." Comment.

(b) Explain the Alternative-Strip System and the Clear-Strip System. Write the advantages and disadvantages of Clear Felling System.

(c) What are the major causes of degradation of mangrove forests ? Discuss in brief, the methods of rehabilitation of degraded mangroves.

Section A

Q4.

(a) Draw a schematic diagram showing altitudinal zonation of forest vegetation.

(b) Explain different grades of thinning. Discuss in brief the thinning practices adopted for teak plantations.

(c) Give a brief account of origin and natural distribution of the following:
(i) Adina cordifolia
(ii) Cedrus deodara
(iii) Santalum album

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

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

What year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the 2019 examination.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This is for Forestry Paper I.

Who conducts the Indian Forest Service Examination?

The examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the maximum marks for Forestry Paper I?

The maximum marks for Forestry Paper I is 200.

What is the time allowed for Forestry Paper I?

The time allowed for Forestry Paper I is Three Hours.

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