UPSC Anthropology Paper I 2016 Question Paper PDF

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  • Year 2016
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English & Hindi

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination UPSC Civil Services Main Examination
Year 2016
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 2016. The paper carried a maximum of 250 marks and was allotted a duration of three hours. It consists of eight questions divided into two sections, with questions presented in both Hindi and English. Candidates were required to answer a total of five questions, including compulsory questions 1 and 5, and at least one from each section. This paper is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the Anthropology optional subject in the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination, providing insights into the types of questions asked and the depth of knowledge required. This previous year UPSC Civil Services Main Examination question paper (2016) 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 Social Anthropology, Sociology, Cultural Relativism, Lineage and Clan, Totemism, Functionalism, Chalcolithic cultures, Urbanization. Useful for UPSC Civil Services Main Examination preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.

Major Topics Covered

  • Social Anthropology
  • Sociology
  • Cultural Relativism
  • Lineage and Clan
  • Totemism
  • Functionalism
  • Chalcolithic cultures
  • Urbanization
  • Feminist movements
  • Family in India
  • Balinese culture
  • Descent theories
  • Alliance theories
  • Social control mechanisms
  • Anthropological approaches to Religion

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 2016
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2015 Anthropology Paper I
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2017 Anthropology Paper I
  • UPSC Anthropology Paper I 2016 Answer Key
  • Civil Services Mains 2016 Anthropology Solutions
  • UPSC Anthropology Optional Syllabus
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Syllabus
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern

Instructions

  • पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर अंकित निर्दिष्ट स्थान पर किया जाना चाहिए ।
  • उल्लिखित माध्यम के अतिरिक्त अन्य किसी माध्यम में लिखे गए उत्तर पर कोई अंक नहीं मिलेंगे ।
  • प्रश्नों में शब्द सीमा, जहाँ विनिर्दिष्ट है, का अनुसरण किया जाना चाहिए ।
  • प्रश्नों के उत्तरों की गणना क्रमानुसार की जाएगी ।
  • यदि काटा नहीं हो, तो प्रश्न के उत्तर की गणना की जाएगी चाहे वह उत्तर अंशतः दिया गया हो ।
  • प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़ा हुआ पृष्ठ या उसके अंश को स्पष्ट रूप से काटा जाना चाहिए ।

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
  • Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, any 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.
  • 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.
  • Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.
  • Attempts of questions shall be counted in chronological 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 होनी चाहिए :
Write notes on the following in about 150 words each:

(a) सामाजिक नृविज्ञान और समाजशास्त्र के बीच भिन्नताएँ
Differences between Social Anthropology and Sociology

(b) सांस्कृतिक सापेक्षवाद
Cultural Relativism

(c) वंश और कुल
Lineage and Clan

(d) गण-चिह्नवाद (टोटेमवाद)
Totemism

(e) प्रकार्यवाद
Functionalism

Section A

Q2.

(a) ताम्रपाषाणयुगीन संस्कृतियों के प्रमुख अभिलक्षणों का निरूपण कीजिए ।
Delineate the salient features of Chalcolithic cultures.

(b) भारत में शहरीकरण और नारी अधिकारवादी आंदोलनों के परिवार पर हुए प्रभावों पर चर्चा कीजिए ।
Discuss the impact of urbanization and feminist movements on family in India.

(c) गीर्ट्ज़ के अनुसार, मुर्गा लड़ाना किस प्रकार बाली की संस्कृति के पक्षों का उद्घाटन करता है ?
According to Geertz, how does the cock-fight reveal aspects of Balinese culture?

Section A

Q3.

(a) वंशानुक्रम और गठबंधन थियोरियों के प्रमुख बिन्दुओं का वर्णन कीजिए ।
Describe the cardinal points of descent and alliance theories.

(b) सरल समाजों में, विभिन्न सामाजिक नियंत्रण प्रक्रियाओं (मकैनिज़्म) पर चर्चा कीजिए।
Discuss different social control mechanisms in simple societies.

(c) धर्म के प्रति विभिन्न नृवैज्ञानिक उपागमों का समालोचनात्मक परीक्षण कीजिए ।
Critically examine different Anthropological approaches to Religion.

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What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This is for Anthropology Paper I.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 250.

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The time allowed is three hours.

Who conducts the Civil Services Main Examination?

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This paper was conducted in 2016.

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