Q1.
(a) भारतीय कला विरासत का संरक्षण वर्तमान समय की आवश्यकता है। चर्चा कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दें)
Safeguarding the Indian art heritage is the need of the moment. Discuss. (Answer in 150 words)
UPSC Civil Services Mains 2018 General Studies Paper I PDF
- Year 2018
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 20
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English & Hindi
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | UPSC Civil Services Main Examination |
| Year | 2018 |
| 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 official question paper for the General Studies Paper-I of the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination held in 2018. The paper is designed to test candidates' understanding of a wide range of subjects, including history, geography, Indian society, and current affairs. It consists of 20 descriptive questions, with answers to be provided in Hindi or English within specified word limits. The total marks for the paper are 250, and candidates are allowed three hours to complete it. This paper is a crucial resource for aspirants aiming to crack the UPSC Civil Services Exam, providing insights into the exam's scope and difficulty. This previous year UPSC Civil Services Main Examination question paper (2018) is useful for Other Jobs aspirants preparing for Central government recruitment. The paper was conducted by UPSC and reflects the official exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level seen in recent cycles. Use it for timed practice, topic-wise revision and understanding how questions are framed in the real examination. Download the free PDF on QuizCurrent to read instructions, attempt MCQs and compare your answers with the study notes provided on this page. Key syllabus areas include Indian Art Heritage, History of India, Chinese Travellers, Arab Travellers, Mahatma Gandhi's Thoughts, Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS), Navigation, Arctic Region Resources. Useful for Civil Services Main Examination preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Indian Art Heritage
- History of India
- Chinese Travellers
- Arab Travellers
- Mahatma Gandhi's Thoughts
- Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS)
- Navigation
- Arctic Region Resources
- Mantle Plume
- Plate Tectonics
- Marine Ecosystem
- Dead Zones
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Civil Services 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
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2017 General Studies Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2019 General Studies Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018 General Studies Paper II
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018 General Studies Paper I Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Mains Syllabus
- UPSC General Studies Syllabus
- UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam Pattern
- UPSC Exam Calendar
Instructions
- There are TWENTY questions printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
- The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
- Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided.
- No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.
- Answers to Questions No. 1 to 10 should be in 150 words, whereas answers to Questions No. 11 to 20 should be in 250 words.
- Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
- Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
Questions (page 2)
Q2.
(a) भारतके इतिहास की पुनर्रचना में चीनी और अरबी यात्रियों के वृत्तांन्तों के महत्व का आकलन कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दें)
Assess the importance of the accounts of the Chinese and Arab travellers in the reconstruction of the history of India. (Answer in 150 words)
Q3.
(a) वर्तमान समय में महात्मा गाँधी के विचारों के महत्व पर प्रकाश डालिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दें)
Throw light on the significance of the thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi in the present times. (Answer in 150 words)
Q4.
(a) भारतीय प्रादेशिक नौपरिवहन उपग्रह प्रणाली (आई. आर. एन. एस. एस.) की आवश्यकता क्यों है ? यह नौपरिवहन में किस प्रकार सहायक है ? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दें)
Why is Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) needed ? How does it help in navigation ? (Answer in 150 words)
Q5.
(a) भारत आर्कटिक प्रदेश के संसाधनों मे किस कारण गहन रुचि ले रहा है ? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दें)
Why is India taking keen interest in resources of Arctic Region? (Answer in 150 words)
Q6.
(a) 'मेंटल प्लूम' को परिभाषित कीजिए और प्लेट विवर्तनिकी में इसकी भूमिका को स्पष्ट कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दें)
Define mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics. (Answer in 150 words)
Q7.
(a) समुद्री पारिस्थितिकी पर ‘मृतक्षेत्रों’ (डैड ज़ोन्स) के विस्तार के क्या-क्या परिणाम होते हैं ? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दें)
What are the consequences of spreading of 'Dead Zones' on marine ecosystem? (Answer in 150 words)
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This is the General Studies Paper - I.
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