Koli – Kolis are believed to have sprung from abandoned Kanets who volunteered to remove carcasses in the absence of Chamar when disease claimed the lives of large number of cattle. In the Shivalik Hills Kolis call themselves New Rajput or Kshatriya. Chamar – Traditional leather workers are called Chamar. It is a widely spread… Read More »
Ancient tribes of Himachal Pradesh: Dasas (Dasyu) – Inhabitant of Shivalik Hills during the Pre-Vedic period. Chamuri, Dhuni, Pipru and Sushna were powerful chiefs of Dasas. Dasas were accepted into the Aryan fold due to the constant efforts of Rishi Vishwamitra and Rishi Bhardwaj. Khasas – Inhabitant of Shimla, Sirmaur, parts of Kullu and Kinnaur… Read More »
UNIT–I SUB-UNIT–1 Constitution of India: Historical underpinning, evolution, salient features. Significant provisions including Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Fundamental Duties. Amending process and important Constitutional Amendments and theory of basic structure. Suggested Readings: Indian Polity SUB UNIT-2 Parliament and State legislatures, Structure, Organization and functioning of the Union and State Executive and the… Read More »
UNIT–I SUB-UNIT–1 Historical perspective of Indian Cultural heritage: Literature and Art forms from ancient times to 1947 (Major structural and rock-cut temple architecture, sculptural art, and major schools of paintings). Modern Indian history from mid- 18th century to 1980. Freedom Struggle: its various stages and the role of eminent personalities from different parts of India.… Read More »
Objective: This paper is designed to test candidate’s: knowledge/awareness of a variety of subjects and, their ability to compose a sustained piece of writing in the form of an essay Contents: A fair choice of topics covering current affairs socio-political issues socio-economic issues aspects of culture and history and reflective topics will be given to… Read More »
Translation of an English passage into Hindi. Translation of Hindi passage into English. Explanation of Hindi passage in Prose and Poetry in the same language. Composition (Idioms, corrections etc.) Suggested Readings: Lucent’s Hindi Grammar Read also: PAPER–I: ENGLISH (100 MARKS)….Read in Detail PAPER-III: ESSAY (100 MARKS)….Read in Detail PAPER-IV: GENERAL STUDIES-I (200 MARKS)….Read in Detail… Read More »
Objectives: This paper is designed to test the candidate’s knowledge/aptitude in the following:— Comprehension of English Language Correct grammatical expression Clarity and precision in expression Areas of Testing: Candidates will be tested in the following areas: English Grammar – (20 Marks) Usage and vocabulary – (20 Marks) English Composition Letter / Application / Report /… Read More »
UNIT–I SUB-UNIT–1 Characteristics of the Indian Economy: Demographic Profile, Demographic Dividend and Population Policy. Sectoral Composition with respect to contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Employment. Poverty and Inequality, Unemployment, Inflation in India. Industrial Growth in India. Regulatory framework for money and banking: Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Commercial banks and Regional Rural Banks.… Read More »