UPSC Civil Services Main 2022 Urdu Literature Paper I Question Paper PDF

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

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM
Year 2022
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Urdu Literature Paper - I
Subject Urdu Literature
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Mixed

This document contains the question paper for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2022, specifically for Urdu Literature Paper-I. Conducted by UPSC, this paper carries a maximum of 250 marks and is allocated a time of 3 hours. It comprises eight questions divided into two sections, with candidates required to attempt five questions in total, including compulsory questions 1 and 5, and at least one from each remaining section. The paper assesses candidates' knowledge and analytical skills in Urdu Literature, with answers to be written in Urdu script. This resource is invaluable for aspirants preparing for the UPSC Mains examination, offering a clear view of the expected question format and difficulty level.

Major Topics Covered

  • Urdu Literature
  • Linguistics
  • History of Urdu Language
  • Dakhni Urdu
  • Braj Bhasha
  • Khari Boli
  • Haryanvi Language
  • Sanskrit
  • Prakrit
  • Indo-Aryan Languages

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 2021 Urdu Literature Paper I
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 Urdu Literature Paper I
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2022 General Studies Paper I
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2022 Optional Subject Papers
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam 2022 Urdu Literature Paper I Answer Key
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam Urdu Literature Syllabus
  • Civil Services (Main) Exam Pattern
  • Civil Services Exam

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, 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 URDU (Urdu 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)

Section A

Q1. حب ذیل سوالوں کے جواب لکھئے۔ ہر سوال کا جواب تقریباً ایک سو پچاس (150)الفاظ پر مشتمل ہونا جاہئے :

(a) عہد حاضر کی ہند آرپائی زبانوں کی خصوصات بیان ﷺ۔

(b) قدیم ہند آریائی کا تعارف کرایجے اور بتائے کہ اس دور میں سنسکرت اور یراکرت زبانوں کی کیا اہمیت تھی؟

(c) جدید ہند آریائی زبانیں اور اردو کے ابتدائی نقوش پر اپنے خیالات کا اظہار کیجیے۔

(d) وسطی ہند آریائی کے ارتقائی تین ادوار پر تفصیل سے بحث کیچیے۔

(e) دکنی اردو کی صرفی ونحوی خصوصیات پر ایک نوٹ لکھیے۔

Q2. حب ذیل سوالوں کے جواب لکھئے :

(a) برج بھاشا کو مغربی ہندی کی نمائندہ بولی اور شور کینی اپ پھرٹس کی گچی جائشین کیوں کہا جاتا ہے؟ اظہارِ خال کیچئے۔

(b) ہریانوئ اور اردو زبان کی ثقافق مم‌اثلت پر ایک لسانیاتی جائزہ پیش کیجیے۔

(c) لسانی طور پر کھڑی بولی اور اردو کے رشتے پرتفصیلی نوٹ تحریر کیچیے۔

Q3. حب ذیل سوالوں کے جواب لکھئے :

(a) دکی زبان اور اردو زبان کے قدیم ادب کے مشترک خصوصات کو احاگر کیجیے۔

(b) دکن میں اردو نثر کے آغاز و ارتقا پر تنقیدی مضمون تحریر کیجیے.

(c) دکن کے صوفی شعراء کے کلام میں تہذیبی و ساجی عناصر پر مال بحث کیجیے۔

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM.

What year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2022.

Who conducts the Civil Services Main Exam?

The exam is conducted by UPSC.

What is the subject of this paper?

This paper is for Urdu Literature Paper-I.

What is the paper code?

The paper code is CRNA-F-URD.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 250.

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