UPSC Anthropology Paper I 2017 Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2017
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages Hindi & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination UPSC Civil Services Main Examination
Year 2017
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Anthropology Paper - I
Subject Anthropology
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the Anthropology Paper I from the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination held in 2017. The paper carried a maximum of 250 marks and was to be completed within three hours. It consists of eight questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to answer five questions in total. Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory, and at least one question must be attempted from each section. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to secure a position in the Indian Civil Services, providing a clear understanding of the depth and breadth of the Anthropology syllabus tested at the Mains stage. This previous year UPSC Civil Services Main Examination question paper (2017) 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 Bilineal and bilateral descents, Religion and magic, Structural-functionalism, Non-verbal communication, Questionnaire, Concept of culture in Anthropology, Kinship terminology, Preferential marriage. Useful for UPSC Civil Services Main Examination preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.

Major Topics Covered

  • Bilineal and bilateral descents
  • Religion and magic
  • Structural-functionalism
  • Non-verbal communication
  • Questionnaire
  • Concept of culture in Anthropology
  • Kinship terminology
  • Preferential marriage
  • Tribal societies
  • Forms of religion
  • Band societies
  • Exchange system

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for UPSC 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 Anthropology Paper II 2017
  • UPSC General Studies Paper I 2017
  • UPSC Essay Paper 2017
  • UPSC Anthropology Paper I 2017 Answer Key
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination Anthropology Syllabus
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination Pattern
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination
  • UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination

Instructions

  • दो खण्डों में कुल आठ प्रश्न दिए गए हैं जो हिन्दी एवं अंग्रेजी दोनों में छपे हैं।
  • उम्मीदवार को कुल पाँच प्रश्नों के उत्तर देने हैं।
  • प्रश्न संख्या 1 और 5 अनिवार्य हैं तथा बाकी प्रश्नों में से प्रत्येक खण्ड से कम-से-कम एक प्रश्न चुनकर तीन प्रश्नों के उत्तर दीजिए।
  • प्रत्येक प्रश्न/भाग के लिए नियत अंक उसके सामने दिए गए हैं।
  • प्रश्नों के उत्तर उसी प्राधिकृत माध्यम में लिखे जाने चाहिए, जिसका उल्लेख आपके प्रवेश-पत्र में किया गया है, और इस माध्यम का स्पष्ट उल्लेख प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर (क्यू० सी० ए०) पुस्तिका के मुखपृष्ठ पर निर्दिष्ट स्थान पर किया जाना चाहिए।
  • प्राधिकृत माध्यम के अतिरिक्त अन्य किसी माध्यम में लिखे गए उत्तर पर कोई अंक नहीं मिलेंगे।
  • प्रश्नों की शब्द सीमा, जहाँ उल्लिखित है, को माना जाना चाहिए।
  • प्रश्नों के प्रयासों की गणना क्रमानुसार की जाएगी।
  • आंशिक रूप से दिए गए प्रश्नों के उत्तर को भी मान्यता दी जाएगी यदि उसे काटा न गया हो।
  • प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़े गए कोई पृष्ठ अथवा पृष्ठ के भाग को पूर्णतः काट दीजिए।

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in two Sections and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
  • Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, 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 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 medium other than the authorized one.
  • 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)

Section A

Q1. निम्नलिखित पर टिप्पणियाँ लिखिए, जो प्रत्येक लगभग 150 शब्दों में हो :
Write notes on the following in about 150 words each :

(a) उभयपक्षीय और द्विपक्षीय वंशानुक्रम
Bilineal and bilateral descents

(b) धर्म और जादू-टोना के बीच अंतर
Difference between religion and magic

(c) संरचनात्मक-प्रकार्यवाद के मूल सिद्धांत
Basic tenets of structural-functionalism

(d) अवाचिक संप्रेषण
Non-verbal communication

(e) प्रश्नावली
Questionnaire

Section A

Q2.

(a) नृविज्ञान में संस्कृति की संकल्पना के विकास की विवेचना कीजिए।
Discuss the development of the concept of culture in Anthropology.

(b) बंधुतावाची शब्दावली के निर्धारकों पर प्रकाश डालिए।
Elucidate the determinants of Kinship terminology.

(c) भारत के जनजातीय समाजों में अधिमान्य विवाह के विभिन्न रूपों की उपयुक्त उदाहरणों सहित विवेचना कीजिए।
Discuss the different forms of preferential marriage with suitable examples from tribal societies in India.

Section A

Q3.

(a) जनजातीय समाजों में धर्म के विभिन्न परम्परागत रूपों की विवेचना कीजिए।
Discuss the different traditional forms of religion in tribal societies.

(b) बैंड के विशिष्ट लक्षणों का उपयुक्त उदाहरणों सहित उल्लेख कीजिए।
Mention the characteristic features of band with suitable examples.

(c) विनिमय प्रणाली के विभिन्न रूपों की उचित उदाहरणों की सहायता से व्याख्या कीजिए।
With the help of appropriate examples, explain the various forms of exchange system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam for which this paper was conducted?

This paper is from the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination.

What is the subject of this question paper?

The subject is Anthropology, specifically Paper I.

In which year was this UPSC Anthropology Paper I conducted?

This paper was conducted in the year 2017.

What is the maximum marks for Anthropology Paper I?

The maximum marks for this paper is 250.

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The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.

How many questions are there in total in Anthropology Paper I?

There are a total of eight questions in the paper.

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