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Paper
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Sections / Parts
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Topics Covered
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Paper I
General Ability & Intelligence
(250 Marks – 2 Hours, Objective)
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1. General Mental Ability
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Logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude including numerical ability, and data interpretation
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2. General Science
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General awareness, scientific temper, comprehension and appreciation of scientific phenomena of everyday observation; Information Technology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science
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3. Current Events of National & International Importance
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Awareness of current events in culture, music, arts, literature, sports, governance, societal & developmental issues, industry, business, globalisation, interplay among nations
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4. Indian Polity & Economy
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Political system and Constitution of India, social systems, public administration, economic development, regional & international security issues, human rights (including indicators)
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5. History of India
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Social, economic & political aspects of Indian history; growth of nationalism and freedom movement
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6. Indian & World Geography
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Physical, social & economic aspects of geography pertaining to India and the World
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Paper II
General Studies, Essay & Comprehension
(200 Marks – 3 Hours, Descriptive)
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Part A – Essay (80 Marks)
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Long narrative essays in English or Hindi on topics such as: modern Indian history (freedom struggle), geography, polity, economy, security & human rights issues, analytical ability
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Part B – Comprehension & Language Skills (120 Marks)
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To be attempted in English only: comprehension passages, précis writing, developing counter arguments, simple grammar, and other aspects of language testing
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