UPSC CSE 2024 SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED- DOWNLOAD ALL QUESTION PAPERS HERE
UPSC Prelims Exam Successfully Conducted on June 16, 2024
On June 16, 2024, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) successfully administered the Preliminary Examination, marking the first crucial stage of the Civil Services Examination (CSE). This esteemed examination in India comprises two papers: General Studies (Paper I) and the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) (Paper II). Candidates can access and download the UPSC Prelims 2024 question papers in PDF format for all sets from this article.
Overview of UPSC Prelims Question Paper 2024
The UPSC Preliminary Examination 2024 was conducted in an offline mode, utilizing the traditional pen-and-paper format. The exam was divided into two distinct sections:
- General Studies Paper I (GS Paper I)
- Civil Services Aptitude Test Paper II (CSAT Paper II)
General Studies Paper I (GS Paper I)
- Date of Exam: June 16, 2024
- Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Number of Questions: 100
- Subjects Covered: History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, and Current Affairs
- Negative Marking: Yes, 0.66 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
GS Paper I tested candidates' knowledge across a broad spectrum of subjects, including History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, and Current Affairs. The paper consisted of 100 questions, and incorrect answers incurred a penalty of 0.66 marks each.
Civil Services Aptitude Test Paper II (CSAT Paper II)
- Date of Exam: June 16, 2024
- Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Number of Questions: 80
- Subjects Covered: Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Decision-Making
- Negative Marking: Yes, 0.83 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
CSAT Paper II focused on evaluating candidates' comprehension, logical reasoning, analytical abilities, and decision-making skills. The paper contained 80 questions, with a penalty of 0.83 marks for each incorrect response.
Download UPSC Prelims 2024 Question Paper PDF
The UPSC Prelims 2024 question papers for both General Studies and CSAT are available for download. These papers are essential resources for future aspirants and those who wish to analyze the exam pattern and difficulty level.
Detailed Breakdown
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General Studies Paper I:
- Date: June 16, 2024
- Mode: Offline
- Duration: 2 hours
- Questions: 100
- Subjects: History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, Current Affairs
- Negative Marking: 0.66 marks per incorrect answer
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CSAT Paper II:
- Date: June 16, 2024
- Mode: Offline
- Duration: 2 hours
- Questions: 80
- Subjects: Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Decision-Making
- Negative Marking: 0.83 marks per incorrect answer
This preliminary exam is a significant milestone in the Civil Services Examination process, setting the stage for further stages of selection. Candidates are encouraged to review the question papers to better understand the examination's scope and format.
