JPSC PRELIMS Exam Syllabus

Language: Hindi & English
Papers: 2 (Paper-1 + Paper-2)

Marking Scheme

  • Each Paper = 200 Marks

  • 100 Questions × 2 marks

  • Time: 2 Hours per paper

  • No Negative Marking

  • Multiple options marked = Wrong

  • Unanswered = No penalty

Total Marks (Prelims) = 400

PAPER – 1 : GENERAL STUDIES (National + Some Questions of JH)

This paper checks your overall knowledge of India + basic Jharkhand awareness + current affairs.

1. History of India – 15 Questions

Study India in three time periods:

  • Ancient India – culture, religion, early kingdoms, society.

  • Medieval India – Delhi Sultanate, Mughals, cultural developments.

  • Modern India – British rule, 1857 revolt, social reforms, freedom struggle, partition.

2. Geography of India – 10 Questions

Two main areas:

A. Physical Geography

  • Earth structure, mountains, rivers, climate, soils, natural disasters.

B. Economic & Social Geography

  • Agriculture, industries, transport.

  • Population growth, density, urbanization.

3. Indian Polity & Governance – 10 Questions

Focus on how India is governed.

A. Constitution & Political System

  • Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Duties, DPSP.

  • Parliament, President, PM, Judiciary.

  • Election Commission, CAG, Emergency.

  • Political parties & pressure groups.

B. Public Administration & Good Governance

  • Union–State–District administration.

  • RTI, E-Governance, Ethics, Transparency, Human Rights.

C. Local Government

  • Panchayati Raj & Municipalities (73rd & 74th Amendments).

4. Economy & Sustainable Development – 10 Questions

A. Indian Economy Basics

  • Inflation, national income, banking, budgeting, trade.

B. Sustainable Development

  • Poverty, unemployment, nutrition, HDI, inclusive growth.

C. Economic Reforms & Globalization

  • LPG reforms, IMF, WTO, privatization, FDI.

5. Science & Technology – 15 Questions

A. General Science

  • Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics.

  • Environment & Biotechnology.

B. Agriculture & Technology

  • Soil fertility, compost, agro-forestry, farmer schemes.

C. ICT & Indian S&T

  • Computers, cyber laws, satellites, energy, nuclear policy, health programmes.

6. Jharkhand General Awareness – 10 Questions

  • Jharkhand history, culture, festivals, literature, important places & personalities.

7. Current Affairs – 15 Questions

  • National & International news.

  • Awards, sports, government schemes, reports, science updates.

8. Miscellaneous (High Scoring Area) – 15 Questions

  • Human Rights

  • Environment & Climate Change

  • Disaster Management

  • Poverty & Unemployment

  • UN & International Agencies

  • Sports & Awards

PAPER – 2 : JHARKHAND SPECIFIC 

This paper is fully based on Jharkhand – history, culture, economy, environment, and laws.

1. Jharkhand History & Identity

A. History of Jharkhand – 8 Q

  • Tribal governance systems, Sarna tradition, Munda-Manki, Parha Panchayat etc.

B. Jharkhand Movement – 7 Q

  • Leaders, organizations, struggle for statehood.

C. Distinct Identity – 5 Q

  • Social, cultural, economic and geographical uniqueness.

2. Culture, Literature & Society

  • Folk music, dance, theatre, tourism – 5 Q

  • Writers & litterateurs – 5 Q

  • Educational institutions – 3 Q

  • Sports & games – 5 Q

3. Land & Tenancy Laws – 12 Questions (Most Important Section)

  • CNT Act (Chotanagpur Tenancy Act)

  • SPT Act (Santhal Pargana Tenancy Act)

  • Other state land laws

4. Economy & Industrial Development of Jharkhand

  • Economic development since 1947 – forests, minerals, rivers – 10 Q

  • Industrial policies – 6 Q

  • Major industries & locations – 5 Q

  • State government schemes – 5 Q

5. Environment & Disaster Management in Jharkhand

  • Forest management & wildlife – 5 Q

  • Environmental changes & protection – 7 Q

  • Disaster management – 5 Q

6. Miscellaneous Jharkhand Facts – 7 Questions

  • Current social issues

  • Important state facts