TSPSC Group 1 Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024

The Telangana State Public Service Commission (TSPSC) has released the syllabus and pattern for the TSPSC Group 1 prelims exam on its official website. Candidates should review the latest syllabus to identify key topics for the exam. The TSPSC Group 1 prelims syllabus includes a single paper focused on general studies and mental ability.

TSPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2024 

The Telangana State Public Services Commission (TSPSC) has released the syllabus for the TSPSC Group 1 Exam 2024, which is crucial for aspirants aiming to crack this prestigious examination. Understanding the syllabus is paramount as it guides the candidates in their exam preparation. Let’s delve into the comprehensive details of the TSPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2024 for both Prelims and Mains along with the exam pattern.

TSPSC Group 1 Prelims Syllabus 2024

The preliminary test for TSPSC Group 1 consists of 150 marks and covers questions from General Studies & Mental Ability. The detailed syllabus is as follows:

• Current Affairs – Regional, National & International.
• International Relations and Events.
• General Science; India’s Achievements in Science and Technology.
• Environmental Issues: Disaster Management- Prevention and Mitigation Strategies.
• Economic and Social Development of India.
• World Geography, Indian Geography, and Geography of Telangana state.
• History and Cultural Heritage of India.
• Indian Constitution and Polity.
• Governance and Public Policy in India.
• Policies of Telangana State.
• Society, Culture, Heritage, Arts, and Literature of Telangana.
• Social Exclusion: Rights issues such as Gender, Caste, Tribe, Disability, etc., and inclusive policies.
• Logical Reasoning: Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation.

TSPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus 2024 (Hons. Degree Standard)

The TSPSC Group 1 main exam consists of 6 compulsory written papers, each holding 150 marks with a duration of 3 hours for each paper. The detailed syllabus for each paper is as follows:

Paper I: General Essay

• Section I: Contemporary Social Issues and Social Problems
  • Issues of Economic Growth and Justice
• Section II: Dynamics of Indian Politics
  • Historical and Cultural Heritage of India.
• Section III: Developments in Science and Technology
  • Education and Human Resource Development

Paper II: History, Culture, and Geography

• History and Culture of India, with special reference to the Modern Period (1757 to 1947 A.D.)
  • Early Indian Civilizations
  • Advent of Islam and its Impact on Indian Society
  • The Establishment of British Colonial Rule in India
  • Anti–British uprisings
  • Three Phases of Indian Freedom Struggle, 1885-1947
• History and Cultural Heritage of Telangana.
  • History and Culture of Ancient Telangana
  • Medieval Telangana and the emergence of composite culture
  • The Establishment of Asaf Jahi Dynasty
  • Socio-Cultural Awakening in Telangana
  • People’s Movement against Nizam’s Rule
• Geography of India and Telangana
  • India – Physical setting, Physiography, Drainage, Climate
  • Agriculture and Irrigation
  • Geographical extent of Hyderabad State and present Telangana State Physical setting, Relief, Climate, Rivers, Soils, Forest cover, and Wildlife
  • Agriculture
  • Industries
  • Urbanization in Telangana State

Paper III: Indian Society, Constitution, and Governance

• Indian Society, Structure, Issues, and Social Movements
  • Indian Society
  • Social Exclusion and Vulnerable Groups
  • Social Issues
  • Social Issues in Telangana
  • Social Movements in Telangana
  • Social Policies and Programs in India and Telangana
• Constitution of India
  • Evolution of the Indian Constitution
  • Fundamental Rights
  • System of Government
  • Judicial System in India
  • Federal system
• Governance
  • Governance and Good Governance
  • Governance at State and District levels
  • Programmes, Agencies, and Institutions working for the development of Urban and Rural Areas
  • Debates on Development and Development Processes
  • Ethics and Values of Administration

Paper IV: Economy & Development

• Indian Economy and Development.
  • National Income
  • Poverty and Unemployment
  • Money and Banking
  • Public Finance
  • Planning in Indian economy
• Telangana Economy
  • Telangana economy
  • Human resources
  • Land reforms
  • Agriculture and Allied sectors
  • Industry and Service sectors
• Development and Environmental Problems
  • Environment vs Development
  • Natural resources
  • Ecosystems and Biodiversity
  • Environment pollution and solid waste management
  • Global Environment Issues:

Paper V: Science & Technology and Data Interpretation

• The role and impact of Science and Technology
  • Classical and Emerging areas of Science & Technology
  • National Policy of Science & Technology
  • Space program in India and its applications
  • Application of Space Technology in India
  • Energy Resources
• Modern Trends in the application of knowledge of Science
  • Crop Science in India
  • Concept of Biotechnology
  • Food biotechnology
  • Microbial infections;
  • Vaccines
• Data Interpretation and Problem Solving
  • Data Analysis
  • Problems Based on Tabular and Diagrammatical Data
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Time and Work, Speed
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving

Paper VI: Telangana Movement and State Formation

• The idea of Telangana (1948-1970)
  • Historical Background
  • Hyderabad State in Independent India
  • Formation of Andhra Pradesh, 1956
  • Violation of Employment and Service Rules
  • Formation of Telangana Praja Samithi and Course of Movement
• Mobilizational phase (1971 -1990)
  • Court Judgments on Mulki Rules- Jai Andhra Movement and its Consequences
  • Rise and Spread of Naxalite Movement, causes and consequences –
  • Rise of Regional Parties in the 1980s and Changes in the Political, Socio-Economic, and Cultural fabric of Telangana
  • Liberalization and Privatization Policies in the 1990s and their consequences
  • Quest for Telangana identity
• Towards Formation of Telangana State (1991-2014)
  • Public awakening and Intellectual reaction against discrimination
  • Establishment of Telangana Rashtra Samithi in 2001, Political Realignment, and
  • Electoral Alliances in 2004 and later Phase of the Telangana Movement
  • Role of Political Parties
  • Cultural Revivalism in Telangana, other symbolic expressions in Telangana Movement
  • Parliamentary Process; UPA Government’s Stand on Telangana

TSPSC Group 1 Exam Pattern 2024

For aspirants preparing for the TSPSC exam 2024, understanding the exam pattern along with the syllabus is crucial. The exam pattern for both Prelims and Mains is outlined below:

TSPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Pattern

• Subjects: General Studies & Mental Ability
• Type of Questions: Objective Type Questions
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Marks: 150

TSPSC Group 1 Mains Exam Pattern

• Papers: General English (Qualifying Test), General Essay, History, Culture, and Geography, Indian Society, Constitution, and Governance, Economy Development, Science & Technology and Data Interpretation, Telangana Movement and State Formation
• Duration: 3 hours for each paper
• Marks: 150 for each paper
• Total Marks: 900

TPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2024 PDF

Candidate can download the Official TSPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2024 PDF from the below table:-

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