UPSC Civil Services Main 2022 Kannada Literature Paper I PDF

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  • Year 2022
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 8
  • Maximum Marks 250
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages Kannada & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Civil Services Main Exam
Year 2022
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Kannada Literature Paper I
Subject Kannada Literature
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This is the question paper for the Kannada Literature Paper I of the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2022. The paper is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and is designed to assess candidates' in-depth knowledge of Kannada literature. It consists of descriptive questions, with specific instructions on attempting the questions, including compulsory questions and section-wise choices. The total maximum marks for this paper are 250, and candidates are allowed three hours to complete it. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for a career in the Indian Civil Services, providing a clear understanding of the literature-focused examination component.

Major Topics Covered

  • Kannada Literature
  • Ancient Kannada Literature
  • Modern Kannada Literature
  • Kannada Language History
  • Literary Criticism
  • Kannada Dialects
  • Vachana Literature
  • Jainism in Kannada Literature
  • Kannada Poetry
  • Kannada Drama

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 2022 General Studies Paper I
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2022 General Studies Paper II
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2022 Kannada Literature Paper II
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2021 Kannada Literature Paper I
  • UPSC Civil Services Main 2022 Kannada Literature Paper I Answer Key
  • Kannada Literature Paper I UPSC Mains 2022 Solutions
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Syllabus
  • Kannada Literature Optional Subject Syllabus UPSC

Instructions

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS.
  • 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 question from each section.
  • The number of marks carried by a question part is indicated against it.
  • Answers must be written in KANNADA (Kannada 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.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. 150 ಪದಗಳಿಗೆ ಮೀರದಂತೆ ಇರಬೇಕು. ಪ್ರತಿ ಉಪಪ್ರಶ್ನೆಗೆ 10 ಅಂಕಗಳು. 10 × 5 = 50 ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಪ್ರಾಚೀನತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅದು ಬೆಳೆದುಬಂದ ವಿವಿಧ ಹಂತಗಳು. (a) 10 ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯದ ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಣ. (b) 10 ‘ಚೆನ್ನಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನೆ’ ನೊಂದಿಗಿನ ಅಕ್ಕಮಹಾದೇವಿಯ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ. (c) 10 ಹರಿಹರನ ಶಿವ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ. (d) 10 ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಢಾಂಬಿಕತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ (e) ವಿಷಮತೆಗಳು. 10 ಆಧುನಿಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ವಿವಿಧ ಪ್ರಕಾರಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ. (a) 20 ನಾಗಚಂದ್ರನು ತನ್ನ ಪಂಪರಾಮಾಯಣ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾವಣನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ (b) ಉದಾತ್ತೀಕರಿಸಿದ್ದಾನೆ ವಿವರಿಸಿ. 20 ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಜೈನಧರ್ಮದ ತಾತ್ವಿಕತೆಯನ್ನು (c) ವಿವರಿಸಿ. 10 ಕನ್ನಡದ ಉಪಭಾಷೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ. (a) 20 ರನ್ನ ಕವಿಯ ದುರ್ಯೋಧನನ ಪಾತ್ರವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ. (b) 20 ವಚನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತವಾಗಿರುವ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆ ಇಂದಿಗೂ ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತವಾಗಿದೆ ? (c) ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ. 10 ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ದ ಭರತೇಶ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಸುಮಾಂಜಲಿಯರ ಪಾತ್ರಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.

Q4. 20 (a) ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಮೇಲಿನ ಪ್ರಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರೇರಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕುರಿತು (b) ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ. 20 ದಲಿತ–ಬಂಡಾಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ. (c) 10 √(2) CRNA-F-KND

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Civil Services (Main) Examination.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This is for Kannada Literature Paper I.

What is the conducting body for this exam?

The exam is conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the year of this examination paper?

The year is 2022.

What is the maximum marks for Kannada Literature Paper I?

The maximum marks for this paper are 250.

What is the time allowed to complete the paper?

The time allowed is Three Hours.

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