What is the TSPSC Group 1 syllabus for 2021?

The subjects in TSPSC Group 1 syllabus in 2021 will be English, General Studies, Economics, History, Geography, Culture, the Indian Constitution among many others. As always, the TSPSC Group 1 syllabus this year is separate for the Prelims and Mains exams. The syllabus for Prelims and Main exam will consistent and same for all the posts.

TSPSC Group 1 2021 Prelims Syllabus

TSPSC Group 1 2021 Prelims tests is set in order to check the candidate’s knowledge in General Studies as well as their Mental Abilities.

General Studies

· International relations and events

· Environmental issues

· General Science along with India’s achievement in science and technology

· Current affairs of regional, national and international importance

· Indian polity and Constitution

· Culture, society, Arts, language, and heritage of Telangana

· Governance and Public policies in India

· Disaster management- Strategies related to prevention and mitigation

· Indian History and cultural heritage

· Economic and social development of India

· Social exclusion: Rights issues associated with the tribe, caste, gender disability, and many more along with inclusive policies

· Telangana State policies

Mental Abilities

· Logical reasoning

· Data interpretation

· Analytical ability

If candidates want to appear in TSPSC Group 1 mains, they must qualify the preliminary test first.

Also Check: TSPSC Group 1 Online Coaching Classes

TSPSC Group 1 2021 Mains Syllabus

The syllabus will remain the same for all the posts in the TSPSC Group 1 2021 Mains exam. The TSPSC Group 1 2021 Mains exam consists of six papers and the categories are General Essay, Indian society, Constitution and governance, General English, History, Geography and Culture, Economy and Development, Telangana movement for State formation, Science and Technology and Interpretation of Data.

General English

· Verb tenses, Conjugations, Prepositions

· Jumbled sentences

· Spotting errors - Punctuation and Spelling

· Comprehension

· Expansion

· Rewriting sentences - Usage of vocabulary, Active and Passive Voice, Direct and Indirect Speech

· Precis Writing

· Letter Writing

Paper 1: General Essay

Candidates are expected to write three essays, one from each section is compulsory. Each section has three questions and each essay carries 50 marks.

Section 1:

· Contemporary social problems and social issues

· Issues related to economic growth and justice

Section 2:

· Indian Historical and Cultural Heritage

· Dynamics of Indian Politics

Section 3:

· Developments in science and technology

· Education and Human Resource Development

Paper 2: History, Culture and Geography

India’s history and culture with a special reference to the Modern Period (1757 - 1947 AD)

· Early Indian Civilization

· Advent of Islam and its effects on Indian society and culture

· British Colonial Rule in India: Establishment and Impact

· Anti-British uprisings

· Phases of the Indian Freedom Struggle

History and Cultural Heritage of Telangana

· History and culture of Ancient Telangana

· Medieval Telangana and the rise of composite culture

· Establishment of Asaf Jahi Dynasty

· Socio-cultural awakening in Telangana

· Movement of people against the Nizam’s rule

Geography of India and Telangana

· India’s Geography

· Agriculture and Irrigation

· Geographical extent of Hyderabad and Geography of Telangana

· Agriculture of Telangana

· Urbanization in Telangana

Paper 3: Indian Society, Governance and Constitution

Indian Society and Social Movements

· Indian society

· Social Exclusion

· Social Issues in Telangana and India

· Social Movements in Telangana

· Social Policies and Programmes in India and Telangana

Constitution of India

· Governance in State and District levels

· Programs, Agencies, Institutions

· Development processes

· Ethics and values of Administration

Paper 4: Economy and Development

Indian Economy and Development

· National Income

· Unemployment and poverty

· Banking and the monetary system

· Public Finance

· Planning in Indian Economy

Telangana Economy

· Telangana Economy in Hyderabad

· Human Resources, Demographic Dividend, Demographic Structure, and Transition

· Land Reforms

· Industry and service sectors

· Agriculture and allied sectors

Developmental and Environmental problems

· Environment vs Development

· Natural resources

· Biodiversity and Ecosystems

· Environmental pollution, solid waste management, recycling and reuse.

· Global environmental issues: Change of climate, Impact and extent of Global Warming, Sustainable development

Part 5: Science and Technology, and Interpretation of Data

Role and Impact of Science and Technology

· Classical, as well as Emerging issues of Science and Technology

· National Policies on Science and Technology

· India’s Space program and its application to different sectors

· Application of Space Technology in India

· Energy Resources

Modern trends in Scientific Application

· Crop Science in India

· Concepts of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Applications

· Food biotechnology

· Microbial Infections

· Vaccine

Interpretation of Data and Problem Solving

· Data analysis

· Quantitative Aptitude

· Problems on Diagrammatical and Tabular Data

· Critical and Analytical Reasoning

· Time and Work

· Speed, Time and Distance

· Simple Interest

· Decision making and problem-solving

Part 6: Telangana Movement and State Formation

Idea of Telangana (1948 - 1970)

· Historical background

· Andhra Pradesh formation in 1956

· Hyderabad in the Independence of India

· Employment and Service Rules Violation

· Telangana Praja Samiti formation & Course of Movement

Mobilisation Phase (1971 - 1990)

· Mulki rules case & court judgement.

· Rise and extent of Naxalite Movement, causes & consequences

· Emergence of regional parties in 1990

Formation of Telangana State (1991 - 2014)

· Public awakening

· Role of Political Parties

· Parliamentary Processes

· Cultural Revivalism in Telangana

· Telangana Rashtra Samithi in 2001