Q1.
(a) प्राचीन भारत के विकास की दिशा में भौगोलिक कारकों की भूमिका को स्पष्ट कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
Explain the role of geographical factors towards the development of Ancient India. (Answer in 150 words)
Civil Services Main Exam 2023 General Studies Paper I Question Paper PDF
- Year 2023
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 20
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English & Hindi
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Civil Services (Main) Exam |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | General Studies (Paper-I) |
| Subject | General Studies |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 20 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This document contains the General Studies (Paper-I) question paper for the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2023. The paper, carrying a maximum of 250 marks, is designed to be completed within three hours. It comprises twenty descriptive questions, with specific word limits for answers (150 words for questions 1-10 and 250 words for questions 11-20). This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to assess their understanding of diverse subjects covered under General Studies and their ability to articulate comprehensive answers within constraints. This previous year CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM - 2023 question paper (2023) 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 Ancient India, Geography, History, Nationalism, Socio-economic effects, Climate Change, Food Security, Freshwater Resources. Useful for CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Ancient India
- Geography
- History
- Nationalism
- Socio-economic effects
- Climate Change
- Food Security
- Freshwater Resources
- Fjords
- Monsoon
- Cultural Ethos
- Modern India
- Social Institutions
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
- Civil Services Main Exam 2023 General Studies Paper II
- Civil Services Main Exam 2023 Optional Subject Papers
- Civil Services Prelims 2023 Question Paper
- Civil Services Main Exam 2023 General Studies Paper I Answer Key
- Civil Services Main Exam Syllabus
- General Studies Paper I Syllabus
- Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
- UPSC Exam Pattern
Instructions
- इसमें बीस प्रश्न दिए गए हैं जो हिन्दी और अंग्रेजी दोनों में छपे हैं।
- प्रत्येक प्रश्न/भाग के लिए नियत अंक उसके सामने दिए गए हैं।
- प्रश्नों के उत्तर उसी प्राधिकृत माध्यम में लिखे जाने चाहिए, जिसका उल्लेख आपके प्रवेश-पत्र में किया गया है, और इस माध्यम का स्पष्ट उल्लेख प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर (क्यू० सी० ए०) पुस्तिका के मुखपृष्ठ पर निर्दिष्ट स्थान पर किया जाना चाहिए।
- प्राधिकृत माध्यम के अतिरिक्त अन्य किसी माध्यम में लिखे गए उत्तर पर कोई अंक नहीं मिलेंगे।
- प्रश्न संख्या 1 से 10 तक प्रत्येक का उत्तर 150 शब्दों में तथा प्रश्न संख्या 11 से 20 तक प्रत्येक का उत्तर 250 शब्दों में दीजिए।
- प्रश्नों में इंगित शब्द-सीमा को ध्यान में रखिए।
- प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़े गए कोई पृष्ठ अथवा पृष्ठ के भाग को पूर्णतः काट दीजिए।
- There are TWENTY questions printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
- 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.
- Answers to Question Nos. 1 to 10 should be in 150 words each, whereas answers to Question Nos. 11 to 20 should be in 250 words each.
- Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
- Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
Questions (page 2)
Q2.
(a) महात्मा गाँधी और रवीन्द्रनाथ टैगोर में शिक्षा और राष्ट्रवाद के प्रति सोच में क्या अंतर था? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
What was the difference between Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in their approach towards education and nationalism? (Answer in 150 words)
Q3.
(a) विश्व के विभिन्न देशों में रेलवे के आगमन से होने वाले सामाजिक-आर्थिक प्रभावों को उजागर कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
Bring out the socio-economic effects of the introduction of railways in different countries of the world. (Answer in 150 words)
Q4.
(a) उष्णकटिबंधीय देशों में खाद्य सुरक्षा पर जलवायु परिवर्तन के परिणामों की विवेचना कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
Discuss the consequences of climate change on the food security in tropical countries. (Answer in 150 words)
Q5.
(a) आज विश्व ताजे जल के संसाधनों की उपलब्धता और पहुँच के संकट से क्यों जूझ रहा है? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
Why is the world today confronted with a crisis of availability of and access to freshwater resources? (Answer in 150 words)
Q6.
(a) फियॉर्ड कैसे बनते हैं? वे दुनिया के कुछ सबसे सुरम्य क्षेत्रों का निर्माण क्यों करते हैं? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
How are the fjords formed? Why do they constitute some of the most picturesque areas of the world? (Answer in 150 words)
Q7.
(a) दक्षिण-पश्चिम मानसून भोजपुर क्षेत्र में ‘पुरवैया’ (पूर्वी) क्यों कहलाता है? इस दिशापरक मौसमी पवन प्रणाली ने क्षेत्र के सांस्कृतिक लोकाचार को कैसे प्रभावित किया है? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
Why is the South-West Monsoon called 'Purvaiya' (easterly) in Bhojpur Region? How has this directional seasonal wind system influenced the cultural ethos of the region? (Answer in 150 words)
Q8.
(a) क्या आप सोचते हैं कि, आधुनिक भारत में विवाह एक संस्कार के रूप में अपना मूल्य खोता जा रहा है? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए)
Do you think marriage as a sacrament is loosing its value in Modern India? (Answer in 150 words)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the Civil Services (Main) Exam.
Which paper is this question paper for?
This is the General Studies (Paper-I) question paper.
What is the conducting body?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts this exam.
What is the maximum marks for this paper?
The maximum marks for General Studies (Paper-I) is 250.
What is the time allowed to complete the paper?
The time allowed is three hours.
How many questions are there in this paper?
There are twenty questions in this paper.