Q1.
(a) भक्ति साहित्य की प्रकृति का मूल्यांकन करते हुए भारतीय संस्कृति में इसके योगदान का निर्धारण कीजिए । (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Evaluate the nature of the Bhakti literature and its contribution to Indian culture. (Answer in 150 words)
UPSC Civil Services Main 2021 General Studies Paper I PDF
- Year 2021
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 20
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages Hindi & English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Civil Services (Main) Examination |
| Year | 2021 |
| 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 is the General Studies Paper - I for the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination held in 2021. The paper consists of 20 descriptive questions, divided into two sections. Questions 1-10 are to be answered in approximately 150 words each, while questions 11-20 require answers of around 250 words. The total maximum marks for this paper are 250, and the allowed time is three hours. This paper assesses candidates' understanding of a wide range of subjects relevant to governance and society in India. Aspirants can use this question paper to understand the exam pattern, question types, and difficulty level for their preparation. This previous year Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2021 question paper (2021) 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 Bhakti literature, Indian culture, Socio-religious reform movements, Young Bengal, Brahmo Samaj, Indian Princely States, Integration of Princely States, Landslides. Useful for Civil Services (Main) Examination preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Bhakti literature
- Indian culture
- Socio-religious reform movements
- Young Bengal
- Brahmo Samaj
- Indian Princely States
- Integration of Princely States
- Landslides
- Himalayan region
- Western Ghats
- Gondwanaland
- Mining industry
- GDP
- Urban land use
- Water bodies reclamation
- Environmental implications
- Volcanic eruptions
- Regional environment
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Civil Services (Main) Examination 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) Examination 2020 General Studies Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2022 General Studies Paper I
- UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2021 General Studies Paper II
- UPSC Civil Services Main 2021 General Studies Paper I Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Main Syllabus
- UPSC General Studies Paper I Syllabus
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
- UPSC Mains GS Paper I Exam Pattern
Instructions
- पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ 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 का उत्तर 150 शब्दों में तथा प्रश्न संख्या 11 से 20 तक का उत्तर 250 शब्दों में दीजिए ।
- प्रश्नों में इंगित शब्द सीमा को ध्यान में रखिए ।
- प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर (क्यू.सी.ए.) पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़े गए कोई पृष्ठ अथवा पृष्ठ के भाग को पूर्णत: 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 Questions no. 1 to 10 should be in 150 words, whereas answers to Questions no. 11 to 20 should be in 250 words.
- Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
- Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.
Questions (page 2)
Q2.
(a) यंग बंगाल एवं ब्रह्मो समाज के विशेष संदर्भ में सामाजिक-धार्मिक सुधार आन्दोलनों के उत्थान तथा विकास को रेखांकित कीजिए । (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Trace the rise and growth of socio-religious reform movements with special reference to Young Bengal and Brahmo Samaj. (Answer in 150 words)
Q3.
(a) भारतीय रियासतों के एकीकरण की प्रक्रिया में मुख्य प्रशासनिक मुद्दों एवं सामाजिक-सांस्कृतिक समस्याओं का आकलन कीजिए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Assess the main administrative issues and socio-cultural problems in the integration process of Indian Princely States. (Answer in 150 words)
Q4.
(a) हिमालय क्षेत्र तथा पश्चिमी घाटों में भू-स्खलनों के विभिन्न कारणों का अंतर स्पष्ट कीजिए । (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Differentiate the causes of landslides in the Himalayan region and Western Ghats. (Answer in 150 words)
Q5.
(a) गोंडवानालैंड के देशों में से एक होने के बावजूद भारत के खनन उद्योग अपने सकल घरेलू उत्पाद (जी.डी.पी.) में बहुत कम प्रतिशत का योगदान देते हैं । विवेचना कीजिए । (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Despite India being one of the countries of the Gondwanaland, its mining industry contributes much less to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in percentage. Discuss. (Answer in 150 words)
Q6.
(a) शहरी भूमि उपयोग के लिए जल निकायों से भूमि-उद्धार के पर्यावरणीय प्रभाव क्या हैं ? उदाहरणों सहित समझाइए । (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
What are the environmental implications of the reclamation of water bodies into urban land use? Explain with examples. (Answer in 150 words)
Q7.
(a) 2021 में घटित ज्वालामुखी विस्फोटों की वैश्विक घटनाओं का उल्लेख करते हुए क्षेत्रीय पर्यावरण पर उनके द्वारा पड़े प्रभाव को बताइए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)
Mention the global occurrence of volcanic eruptions in 2021 and their impact on regional environment. (Answer in 150 words)
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What is the name of the exam for which this question paper is intended?
This question paper is for the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2021.
Which paper is this question paper?
This is General Studies Paper - I.
Who conducts the Civil Services Examination?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination.
What is the maximum marks for General Studies Paper - I?
The maximum marks for General Studies Paper - I is 250.
What is the time duration allowed for this paper?
The time allowed for this paper is three hours.
How many questions are there in General Studies Paper - I?
There are a total of twenty questions in General Studies Paper - I.