UPSC Civil Services Mains 2017 English Paper I Literature Question Paper PDF
- Year 2017
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | UPSC Civil Services Main Examination |
| Year | 2017 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | English Paper I (Literature) |
| Subject | Literature |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the question paper for the English Paper I (Literature) of the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination held in 2017. Conducted by the UPSC, this paper is designed to assess candidates' understanding of literary concepts and texts. It consists of 8 questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to attempt five questions in total, including compulsory questions 1 and 5. The paper allows three hours for completion and carries a maximum of 250 marks. Aspirants can use this paper to understand the examination's scope, question types, and difficulty level, aiding their preparation strategy.
Major Topics Covered
- Renaissance
- Shakespeare
- Neoclassical poetry
- Classical spirit
- French Revolution
- English Romantic Poets
- Rise of novels
- Eighteenth century literature
- Industrial Revolution
- Victorian novels
- King Lear
- The Tempest
- John Donne
- Sacredness of religion
- Milton
- Paradise Lost
- Homer
- Virgil
- Alexander Pope
- The Rape of the Lock
- William Wordsworth
- Victorian age
- In Memoriam
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 Civil Services Main Examination 2016 English Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2018 English Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination English Paper II Literature 2017
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2017 English Paper I Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination Syllabus
- UPSC English Literature Syllabus
- UPSC Civil Services Main Examination Pattern
- UPSC Mains Exam Structure
Instructions
- There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS.
- 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 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)
Q2. Comment on the theme of redemption and madness in Shakespeare's King Lear.
Q3. Milton states that his poem will persue "Things unattempted yet in prose or rhyme". 3.(a) Why did Milton consider his poem superior to those of Homer and Virgil?
Q4. 15 How far does In Memoriam reflect the spirit of the Victorian age ?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination.
What year is this question paper from?
This question paper is from the year 2017.
Which paper is this question paper for?
This is for English Paper I (Literature).
Who conducts the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts this examination.
What is the maximum marks for English Paper I (Literature)?
The maximum marks for this paper is 250.
What is the time allowed to complete the paper?
The time allowed is Three Hours.