UPSC Mains Topic-Wise Breakdown for Effective Preparation
Explore the comprehensive topic-wise distribution for UPSC Mains General Studies Papers 1 to 4, covering essential subjects such as History, Geography, Society, Polity, International Relations, Economy, Science & Technology, Security, and Ethics.
Here’s a concise breakdown of the UPSC General Studies (GS) Paper 1 to 4 and Essay Paper in this table:
| Paper | Subjects/Topics | Description |
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| General Studies Paper 1 | History, Geography, Society |
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| General Studies Paper 2 | Polity, Governance, International Relations |
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| General Studies Paper 3 | Economy, Environment, Science & Technology, Security |
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| General Studies Paper 4 | Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude |
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| Essay Paper | Essay Writing |
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This overview provides a high-level understanding of the subjects covered in each paper.
The UPSC Mains 2024 exam will be held on September 20th, 21st, 22nd, 28th, and 29th, 2024. The exam on 20th September is already completed, and today, 21st September, GS Paper 1 & GS Paper 2 is concluded. On 22nd September, UPSC Mains GS Paper 3 and GS Paper 4 are scheduled. GS Paper 3 has concluded, and GS Paper 4 is currently in progress.
The commission will release the question papers for each subject, including Essay, GS I, GS II, GS III, GS IV, Optional Subject I, and Optional Subject II. Practicing previous year’s Question papers helps candidates understand the exam pattern, structure, and question types.
The UPSC Mains 2024 has 9 papers. Two are qualifying (Indian Language, English), and seven count for merit (Essay, 4 General Studies, 2 Optional). Each paper is 250 marks (except qualifying ones, 300 marks), totaling 1750 marks, with 3 hours per paper.
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| Paper | Subject | Nature of Paper | Time Allotted | Total Marks |
| Paper A | Compulsory Indian Language | Qualifying | 3 hours | 300 |
| Paper B | English | Qualifying | 3 hours | 300 |
| Paper I | Essay | Final Merit | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper II | General Studies I | Final Merit | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper III | General Studies II | Final Merit | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper IV | General Studies III | Final Merit | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper V | General Studies IV | Final Merit | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper VI | Optional I | Final Merit | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper VII | Optional II | Final Merit | 3 hours | 250 |
| Total Marks | 1750 | |||
Also Read- UPSC Mains Essay Paper Analysis 2024
The UPSC Mains 2024 General Studies 1 question paper will be made available here after the exam is conducted on 21 September, 9AM to 12 PM. It covers topics related to Indian Heritage and Culture, History, and Geography of the World and Society. Stay tuned for the link to download the question paper.
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| General Studies 1 Paper 2024 | Click Here to Download |
The UPSC Mains GS Paper 1 Live 2024 Video Analysis will be streamed at 7 PM today, providing an in-depth examination of the questions and overall trends from the paper.
The UPSC Mains GS Paper 1 2024 featured questions spanning History, Geography, and Indian Society, with a noticeable emphasis on conceptual understanding, Watch Live analysis for in-depth understanding.
The UPSC Mains 2024 General Studies 2 question paper will focus on topics such as Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, and International Relations. Check back here for the download link after the exam.
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| General Studies 2 Paper 2024 | Click here to download |
The UPSC Mains GS Paper 2 2024 included questions covering governance, the constitution, and international relations, focusing on analytical skills. Watch the live analysis for detailed insights.
The UPSC Mains 2024 General Studies 3 question paper will include questions on Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security, and Disaster Management. The link to access the question paper is updated here.
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| General Studies 3 Paper 2024 | Click Here to Download |
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The UPSC Mains 2024 General Studies 4 question paper deals with Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude. Keep an eye on this section for the download link after the exam is completed.
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| General Studies 4 Paper 2024 | Click Here to Download |
Stay updated with the first reactions of the UPSC Mains GS 4 Paper 2024 and follow PWOnlyIAS experts for an in-depth analysis.
The UPSC Mains 2024 question papers will be available shortly after the exam on September 20th, 21st, 22nd, 28th, and 29th, 2024. Candidates can download these papers to help improve their preparation by practicing with real questions. Previous years’ question papers are also accessible, offering insight into the exam format, important topics, and question trends. Regular practice with these papers, along with solutions, will strengthen candidates’ understanding and performance for the Mains. Keep an eye on this page for updates and download links.
यूपीएससी मेन्स के सामान्य अध्ययन पेपर 1 से 4 के लिए व्यापक विषयवार विभाजन की जानकारी प्राप्त करें, जिसमें इतिहास, भूगोल, समाज, राजनीति, अंतरराष्ट्रीय संबंध, अर्थव्यवस्था, विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकी, सुरक्षा, और नैतिकता जैसे महत्वपूर्ण विषय शामिल हैं।
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