UPSC Civil Services Physics Paper II 2022 Question Paper PDF

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

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Civil Services (Main) Exam
Year 2022
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Physics (Paper II)
Subject Physics
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 250
Number of Questions 8
Question Type Descriptive / Subjective

This is the official question paper for the Physics (Paper II) of the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination held in 2022. The paper carried a maximum of 250 marks and candidates were allowed three hours to complete it. It consists of eight questions divided into two sections, with specific instructions regarding compulsory questions and the choice of questions from each section. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming for top positions in the Indian civil services, providing insights into the depth and breadth of physics knowledge required at the main examination stage. This previous year CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM question paper (2022) 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 Physics, Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Statistical Physics, Solid State Physics, Nuclear and Particle Physics. Useful for CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.

Major Topics Covered

  • Physics
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Statistical Physics
  • Solid State Physics
  • Nuclear and Particle Physics

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 Physics Paper I
  • UPSC Civil Services (Main) Exam 2021 Physics Paper II
  • UPSC Civil Services (Main) Exam 2020 Physics Paper II
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2022 Physics Paper II Answer Key
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Physics Syllabus
  • UPSC Physics Optional Subject Syllabus
  • UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
  • UPSC Mains Exam Structure

Instructions

  • 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।
  • यदि आवश्यक हो, तो उपयुक्त आँकड़ों का चयन कीजिए तथा उनको निर्दिष्ट कीजिए।
  • जब तक उल्लिखित न हो, संकेत तथा शब्दाबली प्रचलित मानक अर्थों में प्रयुक्त हैं।
  • प्रश्नों के उत्तरों की गणना क्रमानुसार की जाएगी।
  • यदि काटा नहीं हो, तो प्रश्न के उत्तर की गणना की जाएगी चाहे वह उत्तर अंशतः दिया गया हो ।
  • प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़ा हुआ पृष्ठ या उसके अंश को स्पष्ट रूप से काटा जाना चाहिए।

  • There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
  • 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 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.
  • Assume suitable data, if considered necessary, and indicate the same clearly.
  • Unless and otherwise indicated, symbols and notations carry their usual standard meanings.
  • 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.

(c) निर्वात में प्रकाश का वेग (c)
3 x 108 m s-1

(me) इलेक्ट्रॉन का द्रव्यमान (me)
9.11 x 10-31 kg

(e) इलेक्ट्रॉन का आवेश (e)
1.602 x 10-19 C

(e/me) इलेक्ट्रॉन का विशिष्ट आवेश (e/me)
1.76 x 1011 C kg-1

(u) 1 u = 1 a.m.u. = 1.6605 x 10-27 kg
931.5 MeV

(me c^2) इलेक्ट्रॉन की विरामावस्था द्रव्यमान ऊर्जा (mec2)
0.5110 MeV

(ε0) मुक्त आकाश में विद्युत्शीलता (ε0)
8.8542 x 10-12 C2 N-1 m-2

(μ0) मुक्त आकाश की पारगम्यता (μ0)
4π x 10-7 N A-2

(r) गैस स्थिरांक (R)
8.314 J mol-1 K-1

(kb) बोल्ट्ज़मान स्थिरांक (kB)
1.381 x 10-23 J K-1

(h) प्लांक स्थिरांक (h)
6.626 x 10-34 J s

(n) (h)
1.0546 x 10-34 J s

(μb) बोर मैग्नेटॉन (μB)
9.274 x 10-24 J T-1

(μn) नाभिकीय मैग्नेटॉन (μN)
5.051 x 10-27 J T-1

(α) सूक्ष्म संरचना स्थिरांक (α)
1/137.03599

(mp) प्रोटॉन का द्रव्यमान (mp)
1.0072766 u = 1.6726 x 10-27 kg

(mn) न्यूट्रॉन का द्रव्यमान (mn)
1.0086652 u = 1.6749 x 10-27 kg

(md) ड्यूटेरॉन का द्रव्यमान (md)
2.013553 u

(ma) α-कण का द्रव्यमान (mα)
4.001506 u

(12c) 12C का द्रव्यमान
12.000000 u

(16o) 16O का द्रव्यमान
15.994915 u

(87sr) 87Sr का द्रव्यमान
86.99999 u

(4he) 4He का द्रव्यमान
4.002603 u

(g1) कक्षीय घूर्णचुम्बकीय अनुपात (gl)
0 (न्यूट्रॉन), 1 (प्रोटॉन)

(gs) स्पिन घूर्णचुम्बकीय अनुपात (gs)
-3.8260 (न्यूट्रॉन), 5.5856 (प्रोटॉन)

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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 the question paper for Physics (Paper II).

What is the conducting body for this exam?

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

In which year was this exam conducted?

This exam was conducted in 2022.

What is the maximum marks for Physics Paper II?

The maximum marks for Physics Paper II is 250.

What is the time duration allowed for this paper?

The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.

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