What is the subject of this paper?

The subject of this paper is Botany.

What is the question paper type?

The question paper type is mixed, containing both short notes and detailed discussions.

In which language should the answers be written?

Answers must be written in English only.

Are there compulsory questions in this paper?

Yes, Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory.

How many questions are to be attempted in total?

Out of eight questions in all, five are to be attempted, with Question Nos. 1 and 5 being compulsory. Three more questions are to be selected from the remaining six, with at least one from each of the two sections (A and B).

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Yes, neat sketches may be drawn wherever required.

IFS Exam 2016 Botany Paper II Question Paper PDF

Name: IFS Exam 2016 Botany Paper II Question Paper PDF
Creator: UPSC
Keywords: IFS Exam 2016 Botany Paper II, UPSC IFS Botany Question Paper, Indian Forest Service 2016 Botany, Botany Paper II PDF, IFS Exam Previous Year Paper

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Year 2016
Conducted By UPSC
Maximum Marks 200
Duration Three Hours
Languages English

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	I.F.S. Exam
Year	2016
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	Botany Paper II
Subject	Botany
Duration	Three Hours
Maximum Marks	200
Question Type	Mixed

This is the Botany Paper II question paper for the I.F.S. Exam conducted by UPSC in 2016. The paper is worth a maximum of 200 marks and candidates are allowed three hours to complete it. It covers a range of topics within Botany, including molecular biology, genetics, plant physiology, and ecology. This paper is crucial for aspirants preparing for the Indian Forest Service examination, providing valuable insights into the types of questions asked and the depth of knowledge required.

Major Topics Covered

Membrane arrangement in chloroplast
Cell signal transduction
Molecular sex differentiation
Nuclear pore complex
Cell cycle checkpoints
Genetic code and gene expression
Gene mapping
Cytoplasmic genes and inheritance
Gene transfer in plants
Transgenic plants
Statistical tests (t and z tests)
Probability distributions (normal, binomial, Poisson)
Role of RNA in evolution
RNA modifications
Translation
Polytene and lampbrush chromosomes
Types of RNA and their functions
Conservation of endangered species
ATPase structure and function
Roles of Fe, Mg, Mn, and K in plants
Plastidial pigments
Nitrogenase structure
Carbon fixation pathways
Molecular basis of fruit ripening
Co-enzymes in plants
Hormones and enzymes in seed germination
Ecosystems
Forest management
Phytoremediation
Bioremediation of hydrocarbon

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for I.F.S. Exam preparation
Helps understand the latest exam pattern
Useful for practice and self-assessment
Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
Helpful for analysing question trends

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Instructions

There are EIGHT questions in all, out of which FIVE are to be attempted.
Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory.
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.
All questions carry equal marks.
The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.

Questions (page 2)

Q3.

(a) Describe different methods of gene transfer in plants. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of transgenic plants.

(b) Explain the applications of t and z tests. Discuss the significance of normal, binomial and Poison distributions of biological data.

Q4.

(a) Discuss the role of RNA in evolution. Describe the various modifications that an RNA undergoes ever since its synthesis until it reaches the stage of translation.

(b) What is the significance of polytene and lampbrush chromosomes? Describe different species of RNA with a note on their functions.

Section B

Q5. Write brief notes on each of the following:

(a) Describe the methods of conservation of endangered species.

(b) Describe the structure of ATPase. How is it suited to phosphorylation?

(d) Describe the functional roles of plastidial pigments.

(e) Describe the structure of N_2ase.

Q6.

(a) Discuss the significance of different carbon fixation pathways in plants.

(b) Describe different processes involved in the molecular basis of fruit ripening.

Q7.

(a) Explain the roles of different co-enzymes in plants with suitable examples.

(b) Discuss the roles of different hormones and enzymes involved in seed germination.

Q8.

(a) Describe different eco-systems. Comment on forest management program.

(b) Discuss the role of phytoremediation in the treatment of heavy metal polluted soil. Explain the bioremediation of hydrocarbon.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the I.F.S. Exam.

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This question paper is from the year 2016.

Which paper is this?

This is Botany Paper II.

Who conducts the I.F.S. Exam?

The I.F.S. Exam is conducted by UPSC.

What is the maximum marks for Botany Paper II?

The maximum marks for Botany Paper II is 200.

What is the time allowed for Botany Paper II?

The time allowed for Botany Paper II is Three Hours.

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