Sunday, February 8, 2009

Syllabus General Studies Prelims with mark distribution trend

Compulsory Subject - General Studiesof Part A - Preliminary Examination of Civil Services Exam
with latest trend of marks

1. General Science.(10 marks nowadays)
Questions on General Science will cover general appreciation and understanding of science including matters of everyday observation and experience, as may be expected of a well educated person who has not made a special study of any particular scientific discipline
2.Current events of national and international importance (60 marks nowadays)
In current events, knowledge of significant national and international events will be tested
3.History of India and Indian National Movement (15 marks nowadays)
In History of India, emphasis will be on broad general understanding of the subject in its social, economic and political aspects. Questions on the Indian National Movement will relate to the nature and character of the nineteenth century resurgence, growth of nationalism and attainment of Independence.
4.Indian and World Geography (15 marks nowadays)
In Geography, emphasis will be on Geography of India. Questions on the Geography of India will relate to physical, social and economic Geography of the country, including the main features of Indian agricultural and natural resources
5.Indian Polity (20 marks nowadays)
Questions on Indian Polity and Economy will test knowledge of the country’s political system and Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj, Social Systems and economic developments in India.
6.Economy (10 marks nowadays)
Questions on Indian Polity and Economy will test knowledge of the country’s political system and Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj, Social Systems and economic developments in India.
7.General Mental Ability (20marks nowadays)
On general mental ability, the candidates will be tested on reasoning and analytical abilities.