UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Main 2024 Geology Paper III PDF
- Year 2024
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 11
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2024 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Geology Paper - III |
| Subject | Geology |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 11 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This document contains the question paper for the Geology Paper - III of the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2024. The paper consists of 11 questions divided into six sections, with Section A being compulsory. Candidates must attempt a total of six questions, including the compulsory one and one from each of the remaining five sections. The paper is designed to assess a candidate's in-depth knowledge of Geology. This question paper is a valuable resource for aspirants preparing for the Combined Geo-Scientist examination, providing insights into the exam's structure, question types, and marking scheme.
Major Topics Covered
- Geology
- Iron Formations
- Supergene Ores
- Geophysical Methods
- Sulphide Deposits
- Building Stones
- Mineral Commodities
- Cement Industry
- Pathfinder Elements
- Magmatic Deposits
- Chromite
- Cu-Ni Sulphides
- Hydrocarbon Exploration
- Kerogen Shale
- Trap Rock
- Young's Modulus
- Poisson's Ratio
- Beach Budget
- Urban Floods
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examinatio 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
- Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2023 Geology Paper III
- Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2024 Geology Paper I
- Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2024 Geology Paper II
- Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2024 Geology Paper III Answer Key
- Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination Syllabus
- UPSC Geology Syllabus
- Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination Pattern
- UPSC Exam Pattern
Instructions
- There are ELEVEN questions divided in SIX sections.
- Candidate has to attempt SIX questions in all.
- The ONLY question in Section A is compulsory.
- Out of the remaining TEN questions, the candidate has to attempt FIVE, choosing ONE from each of the other Sections B, C, D, E and F.
- The number of marks carried by a question / part is indicated against it.
- Unless otherwise mentioned, symbols, abbreviations and notations have their usual standard meanings.
- Neat sketches are to be drawn to illustrate answers, wherever required.
- They shall be drawn in the space provided for answering the question itself.
- Wherever required, graphs/tables are to be drawn on the Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet itself.
- 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 (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.
- Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the examination?
The examination is the Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination.
Which year is this question paper for?
This question paper is for the 2024 examination.
Who conducts the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination?
The examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).
What is the subject of this paper?
This paper is Geology Paper - III.
What is the stage of the examination for this paper?
This is for the Main examination stage.
How many questions are there in total?
There are eleven questions in total.