UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 Punjabi Literature Paper I PDF
- Year 2023
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Punjabi & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Civil Services (Main) Exam |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | Punjabi Literature Paper - I |
| Subject | Punjabi Literature |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed |
This is the question paper for the Punjabi Literature Paper I of the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2023, conducted by UPSC. The paper is divided into two sections and consists of eight questions in total, with candidates required to attempt five. Compulsory questions are number 1 and 5, and at least one question must be answered from each section. The total marks for the paper are 250, and the allowed time is three hours. Answers must be written in Punjabi (Gurumukhi script). This paper is crucial for candidates opting for Punjabi Literature as their optional subject in the UPSC Mains exam, testing their knowledge of language, literature, and script.
Major Topics Covered
- Punjabi Language Origin and Sources
- Punjabi Dialects
- Standard Punjabi Language
- Punjabi Script (Gurmukhi)
- Medieval Punjabi Literature
- Gurmati Poetry
- Linguistic Features of Punjabi Language
- Punjabi Language Ligatures
- Gurmati Literature
- Sufi Literature Tradition
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) 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
Related Resources
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2023 Punjabi Literature Paper II
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2023 General Studies Papers
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2023 Optional Subject Papers
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2023 Punjabi Literature Paper I Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Syllabus
- UPSC Punjabi Literature Optional Syllabus
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
- UPSC Mains Optional Subject Exam Pattern
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, any 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 PUNJABI (Gurumukhi script).
- 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. \boldsymbol{\mathit{1}}
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023.
Which paper is this question paper for?
This is for Punjabi Literature Paper I.
Who conducts the Civil Services Main Exam?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Main Exam.
What is the maximum marks for this paper?
The maximum marks for Punjabi Literature Paper I is 250.
What is the time allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.
How many questions are there in total?
There are a total of eight questions in the paper.